Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack vs Thule Upslope 20L Backpack

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.

Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack Front View
Thule Upslope 20L Backpack
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

You're currently comparing the Heli Pro 24L Backpack by Dakine against the Upslope 20L Backpack by Thule .


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.