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DAKINE Heli Pro 20L Winter Pack - 1200cu in

DAKINE Heli Pro 20L Winter Pack - 1200cu in description

If you're heading into the backcountry but don't want a massive load on your back, look to the DAKINE Heli Pro 20L Backpack. With 1200 cubic inches of interior space, it gives you a not-too big, but not-too small option for forays into the great white yonder. So pack some extra clothes and a lunch into the main compartment, slide your avie shovel and probe into the quick-access front pocket, and skin up. If you have to hike, strap your board(s) in the ski or snowboard carry systems. DAKINE tricked out this pack with a fleece-lined goggle pocket, a waterproof camera pocket, and an insulated sleeve for your hydration system.

Bottom Line: DAKINE's powerhouse pack for day trips into the backcountry.

I have an older version of the heli pro, its from 2 years ago. I love the pack, the only complaint I have is it doesn't like to carry fat skis. I ride Gotamas, and when they are strapped on diagonally they take a lot of room away from the pack. And by a lot I mean a lot, like almost have to empty the pack. So if you ride fatties you have to strap 'em side by side where you would put a snowboard, which is fine, but kinda annoying.

This pack is my go to pack for inbounds and slackcountry skiing. Super comfortable and great fit. Fits some snacks, a nalgene or a bladder, an insulator jacket, video camera, probe, and shovel as well. Super durable as well. Only complaint is that if you have some super fat skis, more than 125 or so in the tail, you won't be able to use the diagonal carry system. Other than that this pack is sweet.