The main difference between the Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack and the Patagonia Descensionist Pack 32L Backpack is that the Free Rider 16 Backpack has Loops and Attachments (Diagonal ski fastening, helmet net, ice axe and hiking pole fastening, snowboard and snowshoe attachment) while the Descensionist Pack 32L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Ortovox | Patagonia |
Name | Free Rider 16 Backpack | Descensionist Pack 32L Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Sports | |
Sub Category | Snowboard | Snowboard | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 32L | |
Dimensions (in) | 23 x 19 x 5 | ||
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 2lbs 9.1oz | |
Fabric | Polyamide 420D Ballshadow / Oxford | Burly, 420-denier recycled nylon shell resists abrasion | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Black | |
Warranty | Ortovox 2 Year Warranty | ||
Release Date | March 20, 2018 | ||
Rating | 5.0 | ||
Price | Under $150 | Under $100 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable shoulder strap | Straight - adjustable padded strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Chest strap with signal whistle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Big hip belt | Adjustable waist strap | |
Zippers | Water-resistant zipper | Nylon zipper with string and metal pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Front and back zipped access | Rolltop opening, side access | |
External Pockets | Front and hip zipped pocket | 1 front zip pocket, 2 hip belt | |
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 | ||
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | SPS Flex back protector | Padded |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes |
Ortovox's Free Rider 16 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features while Patagonia's Descensionist Pack 32L 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 Patagonia Descensionist Pack 32L Backpack's capacity is 32L with a size of inches. Constructed from Burly, 420-denier recycled nylon shell resists abrasion it weighs 2lbs 9.1oz pounds and is available in Black.
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