Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack Black

Expert Advice

The Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack sits perfectly in that “just right” zone for backcountry missions, resort laps and everyday winter use. Big enough to carry your avalanche tools, layers, goggles and hydration without feeling bulky, it’s a reliable go-to for skiers and snowboarders who want a pack that balances practicality with all-day comfort. With versatile ski and snowboard carry options, a deployable helmet sling and back-panel access to the main compartment, it’s brilliantly designed for smooth transitions and efficient mountain travel. Off the mountain, the hydration sleeve doubles as a laptop compartment, making this a genuinely multi-purpose winter-ready pack.

What We Love

• Perfectly sized at 24L — big enough for essentials without feeling cumbersome.
• Dedicated snow tool pocket keeps shovel and probe organised and accessible.
• Large fleece-lined goggle pocket protects lenses from scratches and impacts.
• Versatile carry options for skis, splitboards and snowboards.
• Hydration sleeve converts into laptop storage for everyday use.
• Made from fully recycled polyester for a lower environmental impact.

Product Description

The Dakine Heli Pro 24L Backpack is a true winter all-rounder, designed for riders who want a dependable pack for touring, freeriding and resort days. Its thoughtfully engineered layout includes a dedicated shovel and probe pocket with internal sleeves, keeping safety tools secure yet instantly accessible when needed. The large fleece-lined goggle pocket offers premium protection for eyewear, while the deployable helmet carry allows you to secure your lid when bootpacking or touring.

The pack’s back-panel access makes it easy to reach your gear without unclipping skis or boards, and the quick-dry mesh back panel adds comfort during sweaty ascents. Carrying options are impressively adaptable: vertical or horizontal snowboard carry and diagonal or A-frame ski/splitboard carry, giving you maximum flexibility across varied terrain. Built from recycled polyester inside and out, the Heli Pro 24L is tough, reliable and ready for everything from deep powder days to all-season commuting.

Features

• Capacity – 24L
• Dimensions – 21.25 x 12.59 x 8.66 in (54 x 32 x 22 cm)
• Weight – 2.17 lbs (0.99 kg)
• Materials – 100% recycled polyester body & lining
• Carry Options – Vertical & horizontal snowboard carry; diagonal or A-frame ski/splitboard carry
• Access – Back-panel zippered main entry
• Safety – Snow tool/shovel pocket with internal sleeves
• Protection – Large fleece-lined goggle pocket
• Storage – External quick-stash pocket; internal mesh pocket
• Hydration – Compatible with insulated hydration or two-way radio systems
• Comfort – Quick-dry mesh padded back panel; 38 mm padded hip belt
• Extras – Deployable helmet carry; rescue whistle on sternum strap

Q&A

Q: Is this pack suitable for backcountry touring?
A: Yes — it’s purpose-built for backcountry use, with shovel/probe organisation, ski/snowboard carry options and easy back-panel access.

Q: Can it carry a snowboard?
A: Absolutely. It offers both vertical and horizontal snowboard carry options.

Q: Does it fit a laptop?
A: Yes — the hydration sleeve doubles as a laptop compartment when using the pack off-mountain.

Q: Are goggles safe inside the pack?
A: The fleece-lined goggle pocket protects lenses from scratches and impacts.

Q: Is it comfortable for long days?
A: Very. The quick-dry padded back panel and hip belt help distribute weight and keep you comfortable during extended wear.