The main difference between the Patagonia SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack and the Ortovox Free Rider 16 Backpack is that the SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack has Water Proof / Water Resistant (DWR (durable water repellent)) while the Free Rider 16 Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | Patagonia | Ortovox |
Name | SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack | Free Rider 16 Backpack | |
Category | Snowboard | Sports | |
Sub Category | Sports | Snowboard | |
Capacity (L) | 30L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 21.25 x 11.8 x 6.7 | 23 x 19 x 5 | |
Weight (lb) | 2 lbs 10 oz | 2.7 | |
Fabric | 6.4-oz 420-denier 100% recycled nylon plain weave with a PU coating | Polyamide 420D Ballshadow / Oxford | |
Color | Red | 2 colors and patterns | |
Warranty | Lifetime | Ortovox 2 Year Warranty | |
Release Date | March 20, 2018 | ||
Rating | 5.0 | ||
Price | Under $200 | Under $150 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Adjustable sternum strap; mesh on the shoulder straps | Adjustable shoulder strap |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable chest strap | Chest strap with signal whistle | |
Hip Belt / Waist Strap | Padded waistbelt with zippered stash pockets | Big hip belt | |
Water Proof / Water Resistant | DWR (durable water repellent) | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Water-resistant zipper | |
Main Compartment Access | Two easy-access openings: a wide U-shaped lid and a zip-open back panel | Front and back zipped access | |
External Pockets | 2 zippered waistbelt, 1 avalanche safety compartment | Front and hip zipped pocket | |
Internal Compartments | Spacious, dedicated compartment for snow safety tools and external helmet carry | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | Top grab handle | |
Loops and Attachments | Multiple carry options for skis and snowboards | Diagonal ski fastening, helmet net, ice axe and hiking pole fastening, snowboard and snowshoe attachment | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Padded | SPS Flex back protector |
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Yes | Yes |
Patagonia's SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack is a Snowboard backpack with Sports features while Ortovox's Free Rider 16 Backpack is a Sports backpack with Snowboard features.
The Patagonia SnowDrifter Pack 30L Backpack has a capacity of 30L (liters), weighs 2 lbs 10 oz pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 21.25 x 11.8 x 6.7. It's made of 6.4-oz 420-denier 100% recycled nylon plain weave with a PU coating and is available in Red 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.
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