Gear Review
DAKINE Tactic Backpack - 1500cu in
Not well thought out.
By GearSloot.com
Ranked #423 - Backcountry Snowboarding
February 17, 2009
I was looking for a lift-service/sidecountry pack to carry my DSLR and some light gear. While the diagonal carry was pretty slick, I hated all the extra length of the straps when the bag was compressed, something that could easily get caught in a chair, even when buttoned down with the integrated elastic bands. The fit was floppy and generic, the waist belt was too long and the excess strap that was folded up in the elastic stow bands on the waist was annoying, and it would frequently fall out and become a snag hazard. The material this pack is made out of feels like cheap nylon. I have an old DaKine Heli Pro II from 2003 thats made of a much stronger fabric, so I know they are capable of better. I returned it to BC.com and ended up with the Black Diamond Covert 22. No back panel access but a much better made, better fitting, and well designed back for what I needed.
View Details: DAKINE Tactic Backpack - 1500cu in
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Tech Specs:
- Material:
- 630D Nylon
- Volume:
- 1500cu in (25L)
- Waist-belt:
- Yes
- Hydration Compatible:
- Yes, insulated sleeve
- Rain Cover:
- No
- Access Types:
- Front, back
- Pockets:
- [External] 2
- Snowboard Carry:
- No
- Ski Carry:
- Yes, diagonal
- Ice Axe Loops:
- Quick-draw sleeve
- Shovel Pocket:
- Yes
- Weight:
- 2lb 9oz (1200g)
- Recommended Use:
- Backcountry skiing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- Lifetime
Change me.