Oakley Peak RC Backpack vs Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack

The main difference between the Oakley Peak RC 25L Backpack and the Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack is that the Peak RC 25L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Water repellent bottom coating) while the Free Rider 16 Backpack does not.

Oakley Peak RC Backpack - Side View
Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Oakley Ortovox
Name Peak RC 25L Backpack Free Rider 16 Backpack
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Snowboard Snowboard
Capacity (L) 25L 16L
Dimensions (in) 7 x 11.4 x 18.5 ‎23 x 19 x 5
Weight (lb) 2.75 2.7
Fabric 100% Recycled Polyester Polyamide 420D Ballshadow / Oxford
Color New Dark Brush 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Ortovox 2 Year Warranty
Release Date March 20, 2018
Rating 5.0
Price Under $175 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Padded adjustable shoulder straps with left zipper pocket Adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Chest strap with buckle closure Chest strap with signal whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable hip belt Big hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent bottom coating
Zippers Water-resistant zipper
Main Compartment Access Main opening and backward opening option Front and back zipped access
External Pockets Top eye wear pocket, top hidden velcro pocket fir helmet net carrier, front pocket, lateral zip pocket Front and hip zipped pocket
Handles Web haul handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Diagonal ski fastening, helmet net, ice axe and hiking pole fastening, snowboard and snowshoe attachment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Rear Loading Straps Rear loading straps
Base / Bottom Reflective bottom binding
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel SPS Flex back protector
Hip Belt Pockets Zippered small pockets
Reflective Safety Strips Reflective detail
Anti Theft Features RFID Blocking Top hidden velcro pocket
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features System for carrying skis and snowboard slantwise with adjustable length buckle

You're currently comparing the Peak RC 25L Backpack by Oakley against the Free Rider 16 Backpack by Ortovox.


Oakley's Peak RC 25L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features while Ortovox's Free Rider 16 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features.

The Oakley Peak RC 25L Backpack has a capacity of 25L (liters), weighs 2.75 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 7 x 11.4 x 18.5. It's made of 100% Recycled Polyester and is available in New Dark Brush 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.