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Freeride Backpacks

Here at Snowsafe, we stock the full range of Freeride backpacks 

Freeride Backpacks are made for Unlimited Freedom of Movement, The ideal support in deep snow and demanding terrain. Take a closer look at the full range of Freeriding backpacks and models below:


Ortovox:

NEW Free Rider 20 S | Free Rider 22 | Free Rider 26 S | Free Rider 28 


Osprey:

Soelden 22 | Sopris 20 | Kamber 20 | Kresta 20 


TerraWest:

Core 22 (Recco Installed & Back Protector)


Airbag compatible Backpacks:

Freerider 20 S AVABAG | Freerider 22 AVABAG | Alpride SuperLight 24 | Backcountry Patrol E1 22 | Poacher RAS 26L


Freeride backpacks come in with mid-tier capacities, starting from 20 litres up to around 28 Litres, packs above 28 Litres are used more for Ski Touring.

Freeriding the backcountry consists of steep twist and turns and heart beating couloirs, this means protection is in mind, almost all freeride backpacks consist of a softback protection system that offers reliable support against your back. 

Key features usually consist of Diagonal & A-Frame Ski Carry, Snowboard Attachment, Rope Fastening, Ice Axe Fastening, Avalanche Safety Compartments for your Shovel and Probe, First Aid Kit and More.

For more information on Freeride backpacks head to the bottom of this page.


Deuter Freescape Lite 26 - Corn Teal
Deuter Freescape Lite 26

£99.00

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Terrawest Core 22 Backpack
Terrawest Core 22 Backpack with Recco & Back Protector

£79.00

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Ortovox Free Rider 20 S - Dirty Daisy
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NEW – Ortovox Free Rider 20 S

£129.00

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Ortovox Free Rider 22 - Black Raven
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NEW – Ortovox Free Rider 22

£129.00

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Ortovox Free Rider 26 S - Pacific Green
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NEW – Ortovox Free Rider 26 S

£139.00

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Ortovox Free Rider 28 - Petrol Blue
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NEW – Ortovox Free Rider 28

£139.00

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Clasp Spine Protector
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Ortovox Clasp Spine Protector

£18.00

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Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Avabag - Dark Blood
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Ortovox Free Rider 20 S AVABAG Backpack w/o AVABAG Unit

£199.00

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Ortovox Free Rider 22 - Yellow Stone
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Ortovox Free Rider 22 AVABAG Backpack w/o AVABAG Unit

£209.00

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Alpride E1 SuperLight 24 Kit
Alpride E1 SuperLight 24 Backpack

£229.00

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Scott Backcountry Patrol E1 22 Backpack - Front View
Scott Backcountry Patrol E1 22 Backpack

£239.00

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Front View - Dakine Heli Pro 20L - Black
Dakine Heli Pro 20L

£89.00

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Front View - Dakine Heli Pro 24L - Black
Dakine Heli Pro 24L

£109.00

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Sale! Dakine Poacher 22 - Black
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£99.00

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Deuter Freescape Lite 26 - Corn Teal
Deuter Freescape Lite 26

£99.00

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Terrawest Core 22 Backpack
Terrawest Core 22 Backpack with Recco & Back Protector

£79.00

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Ortovox Free Rider 20 S - Dirty Daisy
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£129.00

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Ortovox Free Rider 22 - Black Raven
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£129.00

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Ortovox Free Rider 26 S - Pacific Green
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£139.00

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Ortovox Free Rider 28 - Petrol Blue
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£139.00

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Clasp Spine Protector
Ortovox Clasp Spine Protector

£18.00

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Ortovox Free Rider 20 S Avabag - Dark Blood
Ortovox Free Rider 20 S AVABAG Backpack w/o AVABAG Unit

£199.00

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Ortovox Free Rider 22 - Yellow Stone
Ortovox Free Rider 22 AVABAG Backpack w/o AVABAG Unit

£209.00

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Alpride E1 SuperLight 24 Kit
Alpride E1 SuperLight 24 Backpack

£229.00

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Scott Backcountry Patrol E1 22 Backpack - Front View
Scott Backcountry Patrol E1 22 Backpack

£239.00

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Front View - Dakine Heli Pro 20L - Black
Dakine Heli Pro 20L

£89.00

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Front View - Dakine Heli Pro 24L - Black
Dakine Heli Pro 24L

£109.00

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Sale! Dakine Poacher 22 - Black
Dakine Poacher 22

£99.00

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What is Freeriding?

Freeriding is a form of skiing or snowboarding on open terrain, away from the busy groomed black slopes. The very first skiers were known as freeride skiers.

Freeriding Powder snow only became recognised in the early 70's,  Like ski touring you used to ascend the mountain and ski down through the powdered snow, nowadays it's changed, numerous off-piste routes are accessed via ski lifts, this is one of the reasons why freeride enthusiasts are growing at a rapid rate. 

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What makes a good Freeride Backpack?

Freeriding the backcountry consists of steep twist and turns and heart beating couloirs, this means protection is in mind, almost all freeride backpacks consist of a softback protection system that offers reliable support against your back. Here's what to look out for in a good Freeriding pack:


Volume:

Every good freeriding backpack should come with enough volume for a full day of powder skiing, ranging from 20 to 28 litres of usable volume, this should allow you to pack all of the necessities such as:

  • Ski jacket
  • Goggles
  • Shovel
  • Probe
  • First Aid Kit
  • Thermals
  • Goggles
  • Water Bottle
  • Head Lamp
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera 
  • Lunch

Back Shape:

When freeriding deep powder you need Unlimited Freedom of Movement whilst your back is completely protected, The backpacks snowsafe supply all maximum back protection which is soft and comfortable in cold weather.

Optimal body-hugging fit, padded back systems and stable hip belts make the packs secure with any movement.

Brands like Ortovox & Osprey offer ski touring packs specially made for those with shorter back lengths.


Materials used:

Strong, Lightweight, Resistant to abrasion is the main three material characteristics you need in a good freeriding backpack.

Here's what brands use in their packs:

Ortovox

  • New Freeride Range - 100% Polymide 400D (recycled)
  • Freerider AVABAG - Nylon 420D Ballshadow 

TerraWest

  • Core 22 Recco Backpack - Nylon 420D PU (Main Body) | Polyester 600 (Stress Points)

Osprey

  • Soelden - 210D High Tenacity Nylon Shadowbox
  • Sopris - 210D High Tenacity Nylon Shadowbox
  • Kamber - 420D High Tenacity Nylon Recycled BASAPP CO
  • Kresta - 420D High Tenacity Nylon Recycled BASAPP CO

Scott

  • Backcountry Patrol 22 -  Composition: Shell Fabric - 100% polyamide, Lining: 100% Polyester, H/T 420D Nylon Plain, W/R, 1,500MM, H/T 210D Nylon Double R/S W/R, 1,000MM

Alpride

  • SuperLight 24 - N210D HD R/S SD PU, DYNEEMA HAS W1403-001, N210 D HD R/S SD deep blue

Dakine

  • Poacher RAS 26 -  840D two-tone nylon ripstop with water repellent finish / 500D high tenacity nylon heather plain weave with water repellent finish

Standard Features of a Freeride Backpack:

All good freeriding packs come with a set of standard features, you can find these in almost every pack we supply:

Safety Compartment for Shovel & Probe

Avalanche Safety Compartment

Immediate access to your emergency equipment such as your Shovel & Probe, First Aid Kit


D-Skifix

Diagonal Ski Fix (D-Skifix)

All good touring packs come with a Diagonal ski fastener, versatile in use


Compression Straps

Compression Straps

Simple backpack compression with little content. Also serves as a side ski fastener.

Not found on any of the Airbag compatible Backpacks.


Snowboard & Snowshoe Fastener

Snowboard and Snowshoe Fastner

Flexible carrying fastener for snowboards, snowshoes, and others.


Rope Attachment

Rope Attachment 

Simple attachment of a rope on the main compartment.


Ice Axe & Hiking Pole Attachment

Ice Axe and Hiking Pole Attachment

Simple, rigid fastener allows rapid access to ice axe and poles.


 

Helmet Net

Helmet Net

Net for convenient and secure fastening of a helmet. 


Hydration System Compatible 

Secure holder for all common drink bladders.

A must for ski touring backpacks, Its important to stay hydrated on the mountain.


  • Hip Pockets
  • Key Holders
  • Map Compartment & More

Shop Freeride Backpacks:


Ortovox:

NEW Free Rider 20 S | Free Rider 22 | Free Rider 26 S | Free Rider 28 


Osprey:

Soelden 22 | Sopris 20 | Kamber 20 | Kresta 20 


Dakine:

Heli Pro 20 | Heli Pro 24 | Poacher 22


Airbag compatible Backpacks:

Freerider 20 S AVABAG | Freerider 22 AVABAG | Alpride SuperLight 24 | Backcountry Patrol E1 22 | Poacher RAS 26L

 

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