The main difference between the Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack and the Dakine Heli Pack 12L is that the Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack has Water Bottle (No) while the Heli Pack 12L does not.
Specs | Brand | Dakine | Dakine |
Name | Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack | Heli Pack 12L | |
Category | Hydration | Sports | |
Sub Category | Outdoor | Snowboard | |
Capacity (L) | 14L | 12L | |
Dimensions (in) | 8 x 10 x 6.5 | 21 x 11 x 4 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.0 | 1.7 | |
Fabric | 100% 450D Ripstop Recycled Polyester | 600D Recycled Polyester Ripstop | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty | Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.0 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Breathable ergonomic shoulder straps | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded hip belt with pockets | Webbing waist belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent finish | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Padded fleece top pocket | Front quick-stash pocket and goggle pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Internal ebike battery storage and pockets | Insulated hydro/laptop sleeve and snow tool sleeves in the main compartment | |
Water Bottle | No | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Deployable external carry straps | Snowboard carry, diagonal ski carry, external shovel blade carry | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | |
Organizer Pocket | Internal organizer pockets | ||
Travel Features | Compression Straps | External compression straps | |
Rear Loading Straps | Yes | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | AirLite Suspension backpanel | Quick dry mesh padded back panel |
Reflective Safety Strips | Reflective panel and safety light attach | ||
Hydration Features | Bladder Size | 3L Dakine x Hydrapak® 3D lumbar reservoir w/ quick disconnect | |
Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Dakine 's Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features while Dakine 's Heli Pack 12L is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features.
The Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack has a capacity of 14L (liters), weighs 2.0 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 8 x 10 x 6.5 . It's made of 100% 450D Ripstop Recycled Polyester and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Dakine Heli Pack 12L's capacity is 12L with a size of 21 x 11 x 4 inches. Constructed from 600D Recycled Polyester Ripstop it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
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