Ortovox Haute Route 40 Backpack vs Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack

The main difference between the Ortovox Haute Route 40 Backpack and the Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack is that the Haute Route 40 Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (Scuff and water-resistant material) while the Free Rider 16 Backpack does not.

Ortovox Haute Route 40 Backpack
Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Ortovox Ortovox
Name Haute Route 40 Backpack Free Rider 16 Backpack
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Snowboard Snowboard
Capacity (L) 40L 16L
Dimensions (in) 23 x 15 x 5 ‎23 x 19 x 5
Weight (lb) 3.3 2.7
Fabric Polyamide 420D Oxford PFC Free Polyamide 420D Ballshadow / Oxford
Color 2 colors and patterns 2 colors and patterns
Warranty Ortovox 2 Year Warranty Ortovox 2 Year Warranty
Release Date March 20, 2018
Rating 5.0 5.0
Price Under $200 Under $150
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps Adjustable shoulder strap
Sternum / Chest Straps Chest strap with signal whistle Chest strap with signal whistle
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Hip belt Big hip belt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Scuff and water-resistant material
Zippers Water-resistant zipper
Main Compartment Access Top and back zipped access Front and back zipped access
External Pockets 2 zipped front pockets and 2 hip belt pockets Front and hip zipped pocket
Handles Top grab handle Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Integrated helmet net, gear loops, ski fastening and attachment points for snowboard, snowshoe, rope and crampon Diagonal ski fastening, helmet net, ice axe and hiking pole fastening, snowboard and snowshoe attachment
Travel Features Compression Straps External compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel O-Flex frame back system SPS Flex back protector
Load Lifters Yes
Trekking Pole Holders Yes
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Haute Route 40 Backpack by Ortovox against the Free Rider 16 Backpack by Ortovox.


Ortovox 's Haute Route 40 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features while Ortovox's Free Rider 16 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features.

The Ortovox Haute Route 40 Backpack has a capacity of 40L (liters), weighs 3.3 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 23 x 15 x 5. It's made of Polyamide 420D Oxford PFC Free and is available in 2 colors and patterns 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.