The main difference between the Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack and the Patagonia SnowDrifter Pack 20L Backpack is that the Free Rider 16 Backpack has External Pockets (Front and hip zipped pocket) while the SnowDrifter Pack 20L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Ortovox | Patagonia |
Name | Free Rider 16 Backpack | SnowDrifter Pack 20L Backpack | |
Category | Sports | Snowboard | |
Sub Category | Snowboard | Sports | |
Capacity (L) | 16L | 20L | |
Dimensions (in) | 23 x 19 x 5 | 5.9 x 11.8 x 22.5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2.7 | 2lb 1 oz | |
Fabric | Polyamide 420D Ballshadow / Oxford | 6.4-oz 420-denier 100% recycled nylon plain weave with a PU coating | |
Color | 2 colors and patterns | Red | |
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 | Adjustable sternum strap; mesh on the shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Chest strap with signal whistle | Adjustable chest strap | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Big hip belt | Padded waistbelt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | DWR (durable water repellent) | ||
Zippers | Water-resistant zipper | Nylon zipper with string pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Front and back zipped access | Long, bridge-style opening for quick access | |
External Pockets | Front and hip zipped pocket | ||
Internal Compartments | Internal organization for snow safety tools and external helmet carry | ||
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 | Multiple carry options for skis and snowboards | |
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 SnowDrifter Pack 20L Backpack is a Snowboard backpack with Sports 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 SnowDrifter Pack 20L Backpack's capacity is 20L with a size of 5.9 x 11.8 x 22.5 inches. Constructed from 6.4-oz 420-denier 100% recycled nylon plain weave with a PU coating it weighs 2lb 1 oz pounds and is available in Red.
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