Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack vs Dakine Heli Pack 12L

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.

Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack Front View
Dakine Heli Pack 12L
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

You're currently comparing the Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack by Dakine against the Heli Pack 12L by Dakine .


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.