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I don’t normally write reviews, but this pack is amazing! I go through a lot of backpacks for hiking, fishing, work, etc. this one is BY FAR the best quality I’ve ever seen. I originally got it just for snowboarding but I find myself using it for everything now; it’s my go to backpack. It’s obviously going to last me a very very long time but what I like the most is that it’s never floppy. It always stands up straight with no items hanging down on the bottom, and it doesn’t swing around… it fits very snug on the shoulders. The zippers are amazing quality and the fabric you’d have to seriously try hard to tear it. 10/10 it’s worth all the money it will probably last me a lifetime. Good job Dakine very impressed !!I ski the front side groomers almost exclusively and wanted a small pack to carry a few essentials, such as a lunch, snacks, H2O, energy bars, glasses etc. with room to spare. If you're of the same philosophy, this pack will more than meet your expectations. Equally important was the profile. Because it's only about 4-5 inches in depth, it hugs your back and and won't throw you off balance while you're warp factoring down the slope. Also, when sitting down on the chair lift, you won't feel like you're being pushed off. Plenty of straps to keep it from flopping around on your back. I preferred to wear the pack without connecting the hip belt. What worked best for me was latching and then tying the excess strap together. This kept the belt out of the way yet still very comfortable. By doing so, it allowed total freedom of movement. The shoulder straps are very comfortable and more than enough to keep the pack snug. For added protection and/or comfort, you can latch & cinch the chest strap to a perfect fit. Overall, very pleased with this pack. Chose the color black. From a stylistic view point, black goes with everything! In summary, the Dakine Heli Pack12 Liter is a very versatile, well made pack and looks great too. Highly recommended.This is the perfect pack once I cut away all the useless straps and buckles. Some of which I have no idea the use. The waist strap the chest strap, the strap on the underside, the lower who knows what strap,, the secret pocket strap...... I've learned to deal but the 2 buckles that you have to undo to access the main compartment are really annoying. Solid as steel construction. Very cool bag once I got rid of all the spaghetti dangling everywhereIf you need to carry stuff during skiing, this is handy, but bear in mind that it's not comfortable, especially when you are on the lift.This is the second Dakine pack we own, and will not be the last. We carry our skis, when out skiing, several times a day. Works super good. Nice and low profile so it won’t be as bothersome sitting on the lift. Also plenty of room for water, sandwich, extra gloves, and an extra layer if needed.It was perfect for a week in Bail and Beaver Creek. Carried all the sunblock, Advil, spare gloves, and extras without any bulk or discomfort. Forgot it was there most of the time but dang it looks good in the pictures. Highly recommend a wide shallow bladder, not a narrow thick one for chairlift comfort.Bought this to hold lunches and snacks for a family of 4 skis east coast resorts. Fit all of our food and drinks no problem. It’s nice and thin even when packed so the lifts are easy to ride.This backpack is extremely versatile. It has numerous pockets. The back support is amazing.Sac correspond à la description :)
