The main difference between the Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack and the Dakine Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack is that the Heli Pro 24L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Dakine | Dakine |
Name | Heli Pro 24L Backpack | Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Hydration | |
Sub Category | Ski | Outdoor | |
Capacity (L) | 24L | 14L | |
Dimensions (in) | 21 x 12 x 8 | 8 x 10 x 6.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.2 | 2.0 | |
Fabric | 600D Recycled Polyester | 100% 450D Ripstop Recycled Polyester | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty | Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | September 17, 2020 | ||
Rating | 4.8 | 4.0 | |
Price | Under $125 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-curved shoulder straps | Breathable ergonomic shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Rescue whistle on sternum strap | Sternum strap with whistle buckle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | 38mm padded hipbelt | Padded hip belt with pockets | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
Main Compartment Access | Backpanel zippered main access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Snow tool/shovel pocket, quick-stash pocket | Padded fleece top pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Insulated hydration sleeve, internal mesh and organizer pockets | Internal ebike battery storage and pockets | |
Water Bottle | No | No | |
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Vertical snowboard carry, A-frame ski carry, deployable helmet carry | Deployable external carry straps | |
Business & School Features | 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 Pro 24L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Dakine 's Drafter 14L Hydration Backpack is a Hydration backpack with Outdoor features.
The Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack has a capacity of 24L (liters), weighs 2.2 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21 x 12 x 8. It's made of 600D Recycled Polyester and is available in 4 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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