Dakine Heli Pack 12L vs Dakine Builder 40L Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Heli Pack 12L and the Dakine Builder 40L Backpack is that the Heli Pack 12L has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent finish) while the Builder 40L Backpack does not.

Dakine Heli Pack 12L
Dakine Builder 40L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Dakine Dakine
Name Heli Pack 12L Builder 40L Backpack
Category Sports Travel
Sub Category Snowboard Sports
Capacity (L) 12L 40L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 11 x 4 22.5 x 13 x 12
Weight (lb) 1.7
Fabric 600D Recycled Polyester Ripstop 100% 450D ripstop recycled polyester
Color 3 colors and patterns Jungle
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date April 10, 2017
Rating 4.7 4.7
Price Under $100 Under $225
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps S-curved shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with rescue whistle Adjustable sternum strap with rescue whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Webbing waist belt Hipbelt with pockets
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent finish
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Clamshell
External Pockets Front quick-stash pocket and goggle pocket 2 zipped front water bottle pockets
Internal Compartments Insulated hydro/laptop sleeve and snow tool sleeves in the main compartment Insulated hydration sleeve, internal mesh and organizer pockets
Water Bottle Yes
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Snowboard carry, diagonal ski carry, external shovel blade carry
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Quick dry mesh padded back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes
Other Features Other Features Fleece-lined sunglass pocket

You're currently comparing the Heli Pack 12L by Dakine against the Builder 40L Backpack by Dakine.


Dakine 's Heli Pack 12L is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features while Dakine's Builder 40L Backpack is a Travel backpack with Sports features.

The Dakine Heli Pack 12L has a capacity of 12L (liters), weighs 1.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 11 x 4. It's made of 600D Recycled Polyester Ripstop and is available in 3 colors and patterns in comparison the Dakine Builder 40L Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 22.5 x 13 x 12 inches. Constructed from 100% 450D ripstop recycled polyester it weighs pounds and is available in Jungle.