The main difference between the Dakine Heli Pack 12L and the Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack is that the Heli Pack 12L has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent finish) while the Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Dakine | Dakine |
Name | Heli Pack 12L | Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Snowboard | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 12L | 14L | |
Dimensions (in) | 21 x 11 x 4 | 8 x 10 x 6.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.7 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | 600D Recycled Polyester Ripstop | 100% 450D Ripstop Recycled Polyester | |
Color | 3 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty | Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Rating | 4.7 | 4.0 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Breathable ergonomic shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Webbing waist belt | Padded hip belt with pockets | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent finish | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Front quick-stash pocket and goggle pocket | Padded fleece top pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Insulated hydro/laptop sleeve and snow tool sleeves in the main compartment | Internal ebike battery storage and pockets | |
Water Bottle | No | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Snowboard carry, diagonal ski carry, external shovel blade carry | Deployable external carry straps | |
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 | Quick dry mesh padded back panel | AirLite Suspension backpanel |
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 Heli Pack 12L is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features while Dakine 's Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor 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 Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack's capacity is 14L with a size of 8 x 10 x 6.5 inches. Constructed from 100% 450D Ripstop Recycled Polyester it weighs 2.0 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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