DAKINE Heli Backpack - 660 cu in - 2006 BCS

I bought this pack in January and i used it for 7 days in Whistler. It worked great! I could put my skis or my skateboard on it and trow a lunch in it for on the mountain. this pack is amazing for the daily rider who doesn't need all that bulk. low profile and puts no strain on my back! This pack is sick!

This pack is great for a day on the slopes, then after all the fresh powder is gone you can strap your skis on and hike up for more! Its thin design makes it possible for chairlifts. The bag is very comfortable to wear on your back! Great pack!

I'm not going to say it's a bad pack, but it's definitely not a good pack. By the way my benchmark is the CamelBak menace. First off the stitching on the top board carry strap is directly on the top flap, as opposed to having a longer nylon piece extending off main body of the pack. I'm expecting a blow-out there at some point in it's lifetime. Next the snow shovel handle straps leaves something to be desired. Yes there is a top loop for that, but the bottom loop is incorporated with the board carry.
Spend a little more and get the bladder with the menace, and a generally better made pack.

The pack itself feels great when on your back. There is very little wiggle from side to side. and my skis fit nicely in the straps.However you cannot adjust the height of the waist straps. This is only a problem if you have a shorter torso. this pack is literally a day pack. the 660 cube inches is only enough room for a bottle of water, extra gloves, and a few power bars, it's really slim. But thats why you love it. I skied a whole day with on and while skiing I forgot it was on. buy it you'll like it.

This is a great backpack and is very comfortable. I like the option for adding the drinking pack to it.

The bag that I got is very nice...and feel really good at the back and it feel lights than other bag that I got. The website is really nice and very helpful and its very organized so you can see what your really looking for...Thank you.

I did as much research as possible before settling on the Dakine pack. I wasn't disappointed - it carries enough stuff (extra gloves, goggles, pullover, etc.) to hold you for a day at the area, and wears great on the lifts! And the low profile means it doesn't get in the way regardless of what you're skiing. The construction is solid with plenty of storage bays.

This pack was purchased for my 12 year old daughter to snowmobile and snowboard. She loves it. The pack is comfortable and has plenty of room for storage. It is light weight and easy for her to wear.

Very slick pack, also holds a lot more than you would think, also very comfortable all around jacket.

This backpack is the perfect size for a snack for the day and any other gear you need for your day if adventures. It easily straps my skies or board allowing me to hike anywhere much easier. Overall the best backpack I have ever owned.