Black Diamond Helio 22 Backpack

Not every tour needs a 30- or 40-litre pack. For quick laps, shorter objectives and days when your kit is already dialled, the Helio 22 keeps things refreshingly simple without dropping the features we actually want in a ski pack. The dedicated avalanche-tool compartment is the key for us: compact shouldn't mean burying your shovel and probe underneath everything else.

Consider Another Option If

Move to the Helio 30 if you regularly carry extra layers, more food, technical equipment or simply prefer some spare room rather than packing everything precisely.

• Short ski tours
• Before-work or after-work laps
• Lift-accessed backcountry
• Skiers with a compact, dialled touring kit
• Fast and efficient days in the mountains

• Dedicated avalanche-tool compartment: Keeps shovel and probe separated and quickly accessible.
• Two-way main zipper: Provides additional side access without completely unpacking.
• Snow-shedding back panel: Monomesh and wave foam improve breathability while resisting snow buildup.
• Technical carry options: Supports skis, snowboard, two piolets and a removable rope carry.
• Deployable helmet carry: Adds helmet storage without consuming the main compartment.
• Hydration compatible: Includes bladder storage and external hose routing.
• Recycled 840D nylon body: Gives the lightweight pack a more substantial exterior fabric.

Is 22 litres enough for a full ski-touring day?

It can be, if your equipment is compact and your objective doesn't require many extra layers or technical items. If you regularly fill a 22 L pack to the zipper, the Helio 30 will give you more flexibility.

Does it have a separate avalanche-tool pocket?

Yes. The shovel and probe have a dedicated compartment designed for quick access.

Can it carry skis or a snowboard?

Yes. Black Diamond specifies A-frame and removable diagonal ski carry plus removable snowboard carry.