Compact, dialled, and properly snow‑specific, the Dakine Heli Pro 20L is the do‑it‑all pack for resort laps, day tours, and travel—without feeling bulky on your back.
The Dakine Heli Pro 20L Backpack sits right in the sweet spot between the super‑minimal Heli Pack and the bigger 24L touring options, giving you enough space for avy tools, layers, water, and snacks while still staying slim on the chair and in the trees. A dedicated snow tool/shovel pocket with sleeves, fleece‑lined goggle pocket, and back‑panel access to the main compartment keep backcountry essentials organised and easy to grab, while the hydration sleeve doubles as a 15" laptop slot when you’re off‑mountain commuting or travelling. Vertical snowboard carry, diagonal/A‑frame ski carry, padded back panel, hip belt, and a sternum strap with rescue whistle round it out as a true all‑round snow pack that works just as well for Japanese sidecountry as it does for daily resort use.
20L all‑round volume:
- 20 litre capacity (around 1200 cu in) with a main compartment big enough for layers, food, water, and spare gloves.
Snowboard & ski carry:
- Vertical and horizontal snowboard carry plus diagonal/A‑frame ski carry for hikes, bootpacks, or split missions.
Dedicated snow tool pocket:
- Front snow tool/shovel pocket with sleeves keeps shovel blade, handle, and probe locked in and separate from dry gear.
On‑mountain organisation:
- Large fleece‑lined goggle pocket, external quick‑stash pocket, internal mesh pocket, and zippered side pocket for small essentials.
Hydration / laptop sleeve:
- Internal sleeve that takes a hydration bladder in winter, then fits most 15" laptops when you’re travelling or heading to work.
Comfort and safety details:
- Quick‑dry mesh padded back panel, padded hip belt (25–38 mm web), sternum strap with rescue whistle, and compatibility with the DK Impact Spine Protector (sold separately).
Durable recycled shell:
- 600D (often recycled) polyester or ripstop with water‑repellent finish, bluesign‑approved fabrics, weighing around 0.8–0.86 kg at roughly 53 x 30 x 20 cm.
