The main difference between the Dakine Heli Pack 12L and the Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack is that the Heli Pack 12L has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent finish) while the Free Rider 16 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Dakine | Ortovox |
Name | Heli Pack 12L | Free Rider 16 Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Snowboard | Snowboard | |
Capacity (L) | 12L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 21 x 11 x 4 | 23 x 19 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 1.7 | 2.7 | |
Fabric | 600D Recycled Polyester Ripstop | Polyamide 420D Ballshadow / Oxford | |
Color | 3 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty | Ortovox 2 Year Warranty | |
Release Date | March 20, 2018 | ||
Rating | 4.7 | 5.0 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Padded shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | Chest strap with signal whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Webbing waist belt | Big hip belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent finish | ||
Zippers | Water-resistant zipper | ||
Main Compartment Access | Normal zipped access | Front and back zipped access | |
External Pockets | Front quick-stash pocket and goggle pocket | Front and hip zipped pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Insulated hydro/laptop sleeve and snow tool sleeves in the main compartment | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Snowboard carry, diagonal ski carry, external shovel blade carry | Diagonal ski fastening, helmet net, ice axe and hiking pole fastening, snowboard and snowshoe attachment | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Quick dry mesh padded back panel | SPS Flex back protector |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Dakine 's Heli Pack 12L is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features while Ortovox's Free Rider 16 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Snowboard 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 Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 23 x 19 x 5 inches. Constructed from Polyamide 420D Ballshadow / Oxford it weighs 2.7 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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