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SkI: To some a sport, to others a lifestyle. The most cutting edge tools you need to ski up, down, or across the mountain are all here.

CLOTHING: Nothing can ruin a day in the backcountry faster than not having the right clothing. After countless hours of gear testing, we've selected the best in technical wear & casual clothing from industry leaders.

CAMP / HIKE: Sunrise over a high alpine lake. A trek in the mountains. Pitching a tent far from the city...the backcountry beckons. After years of fieldwork, we've compiled the most technical, high-quality camping, backpacking & hiking gear by Kelty, Lowa, MSR, The North Face and more.

TRAVEL: Not everyone who wanders is lost. Explore, experience, engage. Herein lie the tools to keep you packed & organized, safely hydrated, and on the trail…when you want to be. Choose from Eagle Creek, Jansport, The North Face, Katadyn and more.

DAKINE Heli Pro 16L Backpack - 1000cu in

DAKINE Heli Pro 16L Backpack - 1000cu in description

Ah There's nothing like lift-accessed backcountry lines. You get the untouched lines of the backcountry AND the vert of a resort. DAKINE hooks you up for beyond-the-rope yo-yoing with the Heli Pro 16L Backpack. A versatile carry system secures a board or skis for hikes, and a pouch secures your shovel and probe. DAKINE eases your trips beyond the boundaries with an integrated a fleece-lined goggle pocket, an insulated hydration pocket, a deployable water bottle pocket, and a waterproof waist-belt pocket. And if you like to earn your turns, 1000 cubic inches of interior space gives you a streamlined pack for tours.

Bottom Line: It's all about backcountry bliss--how you get there is up to you.

this bag is really nice. Durable and has a ton of useful pockets and straps. The straps are really long and so they kinda just hang there if you have them pulled tight which kinda sicks but there are ways around that. It doesn't come with a camel pack but is compatible with one. This is a good bag and I highly recommend it.

I have owned a couple of these over the years and Dakine has done nice job of upgrading it year over year. I agree with other reviews that the ski carry can be a little sloppy, but its not a problem for me. I love the little features like the goggle pocket, the expandable water bottle holder (strange how a bottle of booze fits perfect in there) the waterproof camera pocket, I could go on and on. I like the different patterns, but went with black to keep it clean. with all the straps and padding you can really load it down and its still comfy for hours. Mine gets lots of use outside of the skiing world as well as an overnight bag for short trips. Mine is well used, and highly recommended.