The main difference between the Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack and the Thule Upslope 20L Backpack is that the Heli Pro 24L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellant finish) while the Upslope 20L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Dakine | Thule |
Name | Heli Pro 24L Backpack | Upslope 20L Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Ski | Ski | |
Capacity (L) | 24L | 20L | |
Dimensions (in) | 21 x 12 x 8 | 13 x 11 x 21.3 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.2 | 1.7 | |
Fabric | 600D Recycled Polyester | 420D Nylon | |
Color | 4 colors and patterns | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty | Thule Guarantee | |
Release Date | September 17, 2020 | November 27, 2020 | |
Rating | 4.8 | 4.4 | |
Price | Under $125 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | S-curved shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder straps with insulated hydration hose sleeve |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Rescue whistle on sternum strap | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | 38mm padded hipbelt | Adjustable waist strap | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellant finish | ||
Main Compartment Access | Backpanel zippered main access | Top and side zipped access | |
External Pockets | Snow tool/shovel pocket, quick-stash pocket | Zipped side pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Insulated hydration sleeve, internal mesh and organizer pockets | Internal hydration sleeve | |
Side Pockets | Side pocket can fit goggles, sunglasses or gloves | ||
Water Bottle | No | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Loops and Attachments | Vertical snowboard carry, A-frame ski carry, deployable helmet carry | Lash points for helmet, ski and board carry system, ice axe loop | |
Travel Features | Compression Straps | Internal and external compression straps | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Quick dry mesh padded back panel | Padded back panel |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Dakine 's Heli Pro 24L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Thule 's Upslope 20L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski 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 Thule Upslope 20L Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 13 x 11 x 21.3 inches. Constructed from 420D Nylon it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in 2 colors and patterns.
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