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TijmenDal
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My Dakine Heli Pro DLX is on its last legs. I've had it for 10 years and dragged it along four different continents. I fucking LOVE this bag and would like to get another one like it, but it seems like the DLX line has been discontinued.

I want a goggle pouch, enough space for shovel and probe, some extra cloths and a ski and snowboard carry system. I plan to use the backpack as an everyday backpack as well.

Can anyone weigh in on how the current offerings of Dakine? Or any other brands?
Price is not much of an issue.

Thanks

**This thread was edited on Feb 27th 2019 at 5:14:22am
Feb 27 2019 5:09AM
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Jezza
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I got a Dakine Missions Snowsport 25l for like $20 a couple months ago and it’s a really great bag. Haven’t used it a whole lot for skiing, but I’m sure it’ll work for your needs. I also use it as a photo gear/school bag so it’s a good multipurpose bag for me.
Feb 27 2019 11:31AM
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LineSkier
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Check out Mammut's bags. I have a Nirvana Pro and love it.
Feb 27 2019 6:58PM
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patagonialuke
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If price isn't an issue, the Mystery Ranch Saddle Peak 20L is the best ski pack I've ever used. Stays put while skiing hard, enough room for resort / sidecountry / short backcountry days, and it's got a real frame so it carries weight exceptionally well. It's very expensive, but it comes with a lifetime warranty. It also might go on sale at the end of the season since they're updating it for next year.
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BrawnTrends
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I have the current Dakine Heli Pro 24 and I really like it. The goggle pouch is large enough to fit my Anon M2 + whatever small items I need if touring (headlamp, knife, cereal bars, straps, necktube, etc), side pocket for your water bottle, A -frame ski carry, and obviously enough space to carry the shovel, probe, extra layers, skins, etc.

The only thing I liked more on the DLX version was the more burly waist band with the zipped pocket on it.

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notadoctor
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The thule upslope seems like a really well designed bag. I haven't used it personally but i would recommend checking it out.

I hadn't really considered thule as a ski backpack company but i ended up skiing a couple days with one of the guys who helped design it. There is a side pouch that is accessible without taking the backpack off that fits skins or a full nalgene, this feature alone sold me but there's lots of other good stuff, helmet strap, avy gear pouch, airbag compatible etc. It definitely doesn't look as cool as some of the dakine bags though.
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