Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack vs Oakley Peak RC Backpack

The main difference between the Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack and the Oakley Peak RC 25L Backpack is that the Free Rider 16 Backpack has Zippers (Water-resistant zipper) while the Peak RC 25L Backpack does not.

Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack Front View
Oakley Peak RC Backpack - Side View
Specs Brand Ortovox Oakley
Name Free Rider 16 Backpack Peak RC 25L Backpack
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Snowboard Snowboard
Capacity (L) 16L 25L
Dimensions (in) ‎23 x 19 x 5 7 x 11.4 x 18.5
Weight (lb) 2.7 2.75
Fabric Polyamide 420D Ballshadow / Oxford 100% Recycled Polyester
Color 2 colors and patterns New Dark Brush
Warranty Ortovox 2 Year Warranty
Release Date March 20, 2018
Rating 5.0
Price Under $150 Under $175
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder strap Padded adjustable shoulder straps with left zipper pocket
Sternum / Chest Straps Chest strap with signal whistle Chest strap with buckle closure
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Big hip belt Adjustable hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellent bottom coating
Zippers Water-resistant zipper
Main Compartment Access Front and back zipped access Main opening and backward opening option
External Pockets Front and hip zipped pocket Top eye wear pocket, top hidden velcro pocket fir helmet net carrier, front pocket, lateral zip pocket
Handles Top grab handle Web haul 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 Free Rider 16 Backpack by Ortovox against the Peak RC 25L Backpack by Oakley.


Ortovox's Free Rider 16 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features while Oakley's Peak RC 25L Backpack 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 Oakley Peak RC 25L Backpack's capacity is 25L with a size of 7 x 11.4 x 18.5 inches. Constructed from 100% Recycled Polyester it weighs 2.75 pounds and is available in New Dark Brush.