Dakine Heli Pack 12L vs Ortovox Haute Route 40 Backpack

The main difference between the Dakine Heli Pack 12L and the Ortovox Haute Route 40 Backpack is that the Heli Pack 12L has Internal Compartments (Insulated hydro/laptop sleeve and snow tool sleeves in the main compartment) while the Haute Route 40 Backpack does not.

Dakine Heli Pack 12L
Ortovox Haute Route 40 Backpack
Specs Brand Dakine Ortovox
Name Heli Pack 12L Haute Route 40 Backpack
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Snowboard Snowboard
Capacity (L) 12L 40L
Dimensions (in) 21 x 11 x 4 23 x 15 x 5
Weight (lb) 1.7 3.3
Fabric 600D Recycled Polyester Ripstop Polyamide 420D Oxford PFC Free
Color 3 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty Ortovox 2 Year Warranty
Rating 4.7 5.0
Price Under $100 Under $200
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap with rescue whistle Chest strap with signal whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Webbing waist belt Hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent finish Scuff and water-resistant material
Main Compartment Access Normal zipped access Top and back zipped access
External Pockets Front quick-stash pocket and goggle pocket 2 zipped front pockets and 2 hip belt pockets
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 Integrated helmet net, gear loops, ski fastening and attachment points for snowboard, snowshoe, rope and crampon
Business & School Features Laptop Sleeve Laptop sleeve fits up to 15"
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Quick dry mesh padded back panel O-Flex frame back system
Load Lifters Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

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


Dakine 's Heli Pack 12L is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features while Ortovox 's Haute Route 40 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 Haute Route 40 Backpack's capacity is 40L with a size of 23 x 15 x 5 inches. Constructed from Polyamide 420D Oxford PFC Free it weighs 3.3 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.