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Dakine drop new Heli 2.0 Pro with Laurent De Martin Japanese short

October 15, 2026

The Dakine Heli Backpack has been a backcountry staple, trusted by backcountry riders for three decades, and now it’s getting an update.

The Heli 2.0 Pro, builds on the DNA of the legendary backpack, designed for riders heading further into the mountains, with added safety features and storage options for serious days in the backcountry.

Dakine are dropping this updated classic alongside a short 16mm film shot by Tyndall Wells, following Laurent De Martin on some record-breakingly deep days in Honshu, Japan.

Laurent De Martin putting the new Dakine Heli 2.0 Pro through its paces with shooting for his short 16mm film. François Marclay

The updated range includes integrated RECCO technology for improved searchability in an emergency, alongside dedicated storage and ski and snowboard carry systems. It’s designed to handle everything from carrying the essentials on a quick mission to gearing up for bigger days further off the grid.

Importantly, the Heli 2.0 Pro comes in a range of capacities and physical sizes. So, alongside choosing how many litres you need, riders can also find a pack that fits their torso properly, including smaller-sized options for those who find standard backpacks too long or bulky.

Laurent De Martin in Japan with the Heli 2.0 Pro 26L. François Marclay

Thirty years on, the Heli name is still going strong, just with a few more modern backcountry essentials built in. Find out more at Dakine’s european website.

Check out Laurent De Martin’s film below.

Deep Days in Japan with Laurent De Martin in 16mm Dakine | Tyndall Wells
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