The main difference between the Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack and the Dakine Heli Pack 12L is that the Free Rider 16 Backpack has Zippers (Water-resistant zipper) while the Heli Pack 12L does not.
Specs | Brand | Ortovox | Dakine |
Name | Free Rider 16 Backpack | Heli Pack 12L | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Snowboard | Snowboard | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 12L | |
Dimensions (in) | 23 x 19 x 5 | 21 x 11 x 4 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 1.7 | |
Fabric | Polyamide 420D Ballshadow / Oxford | 600D Recycled Polyester Ripstop | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | 3 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Ortovox 2 Year Warranty | Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty | |
Release Date | March 20, 2018 | ||
Rating | 5.0 | 4.7 | |
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder strap | Padded shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Chest strap with signal whistle | Sternum strap with rescue whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Big hip belt | Webbing waist belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | Water repellent finish | ||
Zippers | Water-resistant zipper | ||
Main Compartment Access | Front and back zipped access | Normal zipped access | |
External Pockets | Front and hip zipped pocket | Front quick-stash pocket and goggle pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Insulated hydro/laptop sleeve and snow tool sleeves in the main compartment | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Diagonal ski fastening, helmet net, ice axe and hiking pole fastening, snowboard and snowshoe attachment | Snowboard carry, diagonal ski carry, external shovel blade carry | |
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Laptop sleeve fits up to 15" | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | SPS Flex back protector | Quick dry mesh padded back panel |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Ortovox's Free Rider 16 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features while Dakine 's Heli Pack 12L is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features.
The Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack has a capacity of 16L (liters), weighs 2.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 23 x 19 x 5. It's made of Polyamide 420D Ballshadow / Oxford and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Dakine Heli Pack 12L's capacity is 12L with a size of 21 x 11 x 4 inches. Constructed from 600D Recycled Polyester Ripstop it weighs 1.7 pounds and is available in 3 colors and patterns.
Click image to compare, or description to view product.
Click image to compare, or description to view product.