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Ortovox Free Rider

Whether you’re after a compact 20-litre pack for day tours or a 28-litre rucksack for longer backcountry missions, every Freerider pack features soft back padding for enhanced comfort and the option to insert the Clasp Spine Protector (sold separately). Made from eco-friendly materials free from PFCs and constructed using recycled polyamide, these packs combine safety, comfort, and environmental responsibility. With built-in carrying systems for skis, ice axes, and avalanche safety gear, these Ortovox backpacks are designed to accompany you confidently across all mountain terrain. Your freeride adventures deserve equipment that matches your passion for powder.

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Looking for an Ortovox freeride backpack?

At Glisshop, we understand the expectations of the most demanding freeriders. The Ortovox Free Rider backpacks stand out for their exceptional build quality and outstanding carrying comfort. Our customers particularly appreciate the excellent fit these models offer, hugging the back perfectly without restricting movement, even on the most technical terrain.

The integrated back protector and ergonomic shoulder straps ensure comfortable carrying even on long ski touring days. The helmet carrier and multiple attachment points keep your gear within easy reach. Whether you go for the compact Free Rider 22L or the larger 28L version, each model protects your spine while maintaining full freedom of movement.

Range and available volumes

Free Rider models

  • Free Rider 20S: women’s compact 20-litre model for day tours
  • Free Rider 22: unisex 22-litre version
  • Free Rider 26S: women’s 26-litre model offering an intermediate capacity
  • Free Rider 28: large 28-litre pack for extended trips and pure freeride use

Note that the Free Rider 20S and Free Rider 22 retain all the functionality of the range in an ultra-compact format.

Free Rider 20S and 26S: flagship women’s models

The Free Rider 20S and 26S stand out thanks to their design tailored to the female anatomy. With a shorter back panel, these packs offer an optimal fit for women and for smaller-framed men.

Technical features and comfort

These packs combine safety and carrying comfort. Their wide elastic hip belt and soft back padding ensure total freedom of movement during your most demanding descents.

Back system and protection

  • Back panel with flexible pads resistant to extreme cold, effectively absorbing shocks without compressing your vertebrae
  • Compatible with the Clasp Spine Protector (sold separately)
  • Shorter back panel on S models (20S and 26S)

Carrying system

  • Wide, flat, and elastic hip belt for optimal load distribution across the hips, reducing fatigue on long days
  • Conical hip belt shaped to fit the female body (S models)
  • S-shaped shoulder straps (S models): eliminate pressure across the chest
  • Ergonomic shoulder straps
  • Compression straps for a close, stable fit

All Free Rider models are compatible with the Clasp Spine Protector, TÜV-certified in Germany. This Sas-Tec foam protector slides easily into the back panel, withstands multiple impacts, and safeguards your spine.

Equipment and functionality

Carrying options

  • Ski carry system
  • Ice axe holder
  • Pole holder
  • Helmet carrier
  • Avalanche safety gear compartment

Mountain safety and emergency features

  • Emergency whistle
  • Rescue card integrated for emergency response
  • Compatible with the Avabag Litric system (electronic activation)

The mountains demand reliable equipment. That’s why Ortovox developed the Avabag Litric system, a revolutionary airbag technology that operates without a cartridge thanks to its electronic trigger mechanism. Rechargeable via USB-C, this system allows unlimited test activations at no extra cost.

Ortovox Free Rider: materials and sustainability

Constructed from recycled 400D polyester, the Free Rider packs reflect Ortovox’s environmental commitment. This eco-conscious approach does not compromise performance: the soft back padding adapts perfectly to your body shape, even in freezing conditions.

Eco-friendly design

  • Recycled 400D polyamide construction
  • PFC-free sustainable materials
  • Carbon-neutral production
  • Fair Wear Foundation standards upheld

Ortovox adheres to Fair Wear Foundation standards and manufactures these packs with a carbon-neutral footprint. Each model includes an emergency whistle on the chest strap and a rescue card to facilitate emergency response.

Build quality

  • Outstanding build quality
  • Exceptional carrying comfort
  • Multi-impact resistance
  • Optimal stability on demanding terrain

Free Rider 28 vs Tour Rider: which one to choose?

Free Rider 28

  • Dedicated freeride performance
  • Exceptional stability on steep descents
  • Reliable control in deep powder
  • Close-fitting design for optimised movement
  • Downhill performance prioritised

Tour Rider

  • Optimised for day ski touring
  • Adjustable back panel system for improved ventilation
  • Enhanced airflow during climbs
  • Balanced load distribution between hips and shoulders
  • Uphill comfort and versatility prioritised