Thule Upslope 20L Backpack vs Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack

The main difference between the Thule Upslope 20L Backpack and the Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack is that the Upslope 20L Backpack has Side Pockets (Side pocket can fit goggles, sunglasses or gloves) while the Heli Pro 24L Backpack does not.

Thule Upslope 20L Backpack
Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack Front View
Specs Brand Thule Dakine
Name Upslope 20L Backpack Heli Pro 24L Backpack
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Ski Ski
Capacity (L) 20L 24L
Dimensions (in) 13 x 11 x 21.3 21 x 12 x 8
Weight (lb) 1.7 2.2
Fabric 420D Nylon 600D Recycled Polyester
Color 2 colors and patterns 4 colors and patterns
Warranty Thule Guarantee Dakine 10 Year Limited Lifetime Warranty
Release Date November 27, 2020 September 17, 2020
Rating 4.4 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Adjustable shoulder straps with insulated hydration hose sleeve S-curved shoulder straps
Sternum / Chest Straps Adjustable chest strap Rescue whistle on sternum strap
Hip Belt / Waist Strap Adjustable waist strap 38mm padded hipbelt
Water Proof / Water Resistant Water repellant finish
Main Compartment Access Top and side zipped access Backpanel zippered main access
External Pockets Zipped side pocket Snow tool/shovel pocket, quick-stash pocket
Internal Compartments Internal hydration sleeve Insulated hydration sleeve, internal mesh and organizer pockets
Side Pockets Side pocket can fit goggles, sunglasses or gloves
Water Bottle No
Handles Top grab handle
Loops and Attachments Lash points for helmet, ski and board carry system, ice axe loop Vertical snowboard carry, A-frame ski carry, deployable helmet carry
Travel Features Compression Straps Internal and external compression straps
Hiking / Backpacking Features Back Panel Padded back panel Quick dry mesh padded back panel
Hydration Features Hydration Compatible Yes Yes

You're currently comparing the Upslope 20L Backpack by Thule against the Heli Pro 24L Backpack by Dakine .


Thule 's Upslope 20L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features while Dakine 's Heli Pro 24L Backpack is a Sports backpack with Ski features.

The Thule Upslope 20L Backpack has a capacity of 20L (liters), weighs 1.7 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 13 x 11 x 21.3. It's made of 420D Nylon and is available in 2 colors and patterns in comparison the Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack's capacity is 24L with a size of 21 x 12 x 8 inches. Constructed from 600D Recycled Polyester it weighs 2.2 pounds and is available in 4 colors and patterns.