Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus Rear Panniers - Pair
The spacious Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus rear panniers are large, secure and tough, and can stand up to any weather. They're just what you need for your next bikepacking trip or multiday tour.
- Waterproof, abrasion-resistant fabric stays tough no matter how far you travel
- Waterproof 3D front pouch offers additional storage
- Convenient carry handles and shoulder straps
- Two 21-liter panniers offer plenty of storage space and organization options
- Quick and easy mounting to your rack thanks to the QL2.1 fixtures
- Sold as a pair
Imported.
View all Ortlieb Panniers| Best Use | Cycling |
|---|---|
| Gear Capacity (L) | 42 liters |
| Gear Capacity (cu. in.) | 2,563 cubic inches |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Sold As | Set |
| Material(s) | Polyurethane-coated Cordura nylon |
| Dimensions | 16.5 x 12.6 x 8.7 inches |
| Weight | 4 lbs. 13.6 oz. |
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Front Pocket Was Key Factor
The front pocket was the key factor in picking this pannier. I ride to and from work almost every day regardless of weather. I ride about 5,000 miles every year. While my bike parking space at work is secure (armed guard check everyone's badge), I still like to take my accessories (gps bike computer and high power LED headlight) off every day.The front packet is very accessible. I keep my wallet in the inside pocket. On the rare occasion that I do need to get to the inside pocket when the bag is full of clothes and lunches, it is a pain to get to. I usually have to remove stuff. Otherwise the bag seems sturdy and water resistant enough. I have not tried the shoulder strap yet.
ideal for urban grocery shopping after one month
I had to resell my "roller ortlieb" because they were not suitable for urban hauling. This style has everything I wanted in the other: outer pocket so I don't have to open it to throw in my sunglasses, wallet or a layer--even my bike lock, compression straps, clip closure rather than roll up. All of these make for quick off-on and ease of use when you ride around empty half the time and carry them around in NYC rather than use them on big road trips. I haven't used them for long so I haven't experienced the problems that others have mentioned. However, I will now reinforce some of the structure before I have problems having read the other reviews.
Excellent
Worth every penny I spent on them. They work flawless. Great quality and very durable. Their expensive but you get what you pay for.
wasted my money
I purchased a pair of black Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus Rear Panniers in April '18. I use them to commute to work. The rear restraint is unable to keep the pannier fixed to the bike on any of my 11 mile one way commutes. Even the ramped city curbs are enough to cause the pannier to dismount from the lower bracket, no matter what position I try. The back material is far too flexible around the lower mount, allowing flex, which allows the lower mount to come off. The upper rack adapters have worn thru my powder coat on the rack, they need to be softer or a better fit. Yesterday, I lost a fastener that holds the fabric to the top hard plastic rail. It just fell out while riding. I sent an email to Ortlieb, we will see if they send me a replacement. I've since resorted to an external set of 15"x15" bungee mesh nets to hold the panniers to the racks. Overall, this purchase was a monumental waste of money.
Solid and lots of room for gear
I use these currently for a 25 mile commute so I'm bringing shoes and clothes. Tons of room for all I need plus the outside pocket is perfect for phone and wallet to run an errand. I've bike toured across the country twice and down to Guatemala through Mexico and these would hold up to all of that. They've stood up to lots of bumps and stay attached solid. Well made, great piece of equipment.
Sturdy multi-purpose bags
I've used these bags regularly for over a year now, for commuting and errands. There are lots of things I like about them. They're well-constructed and definitely rain-proof. They hold a ton of stuff, like a week's worth of groceries for two. One bag fits inside the other, so I can carry them into a store like a shoulder bag. They're super-easy to hook onto and take off the rear rack, and stay firmly in place once they're on. A few minor gripes: the flap on the outside pocket doesn't have anything to hold it closed except for a stiffener, so it often pops open, especially if the bag isn't crammed full. And when the bag is full, the outside pocket is hard to access. There's a small pocket with a zipper in the main compartment, but again, it's hard to access when the bag is filled. So there's never been a perfect spot in these bags for the important trio (keys, wallet, phone). The outside pocket might have been meant for a bike lock, but anything heavy in there tends to flop around when the bag is empty, so I stick my U-lock in the tablet compartment. Still, these panniers work well enough, and I can see them lasting for years.
Love the storage, easy access, sad to lose screw
These waterproof panniers are perfect for rainy, muddy Seattle. They are easy to clip on & off my Topeak Explorer MTX rack and carry to work with the shoulder strap. The storage is generous - work clothes and shoes, lunch, U-lock, bike tools and a few groceries can all fit. The internal and external pockets help organize stuff for easier access - like keys and cell phone. The main downside is the screw system that connects the fabric to the hook bar. There are 2 tabs screwed to the end of the bar that are not available as replacement parts. I lost one screw and tab during light use (about 20 rides) and it was integral to the entire design. REI let me exchange, but only the back-roller bags were in stock. In reading reviews of the Ortleib back-roller bags, several customers had similar problems with lost screws and recommended using threadlocker. This bike-packer bag is a newer design - hopefully the screw issue has been resolved.
cheap stitching
I used these for a cross country bike trip and the stitching that holds the draw strings came undone. Very thin weak threads were used for this. Had to use Gorilla tape to hold them together. Will try to return them,
Great Panniers
I have used these panniers for several trips over the last few years and they have held up very well and still look brand new if I brush off the gravel dust. Never had to worry about water getting in. Once set up, they are very easy to attach and remove from the cargo rack. The connection to the bike works very well and when loaded down they don't rattle on the rack or anything. Includes several adapters to work with different sized cargo rack bars. It offers a lot of space and can be cinched down for a lower profile. I have done a 5 night trip with these panniers along with a roll under my handlebars. The pockets are good for stuff that needs to be easily accessible. I usually use them for a rain jacket, a sit pad for breaks, and a first aid kit.
Roomie and dry, doe not disappoint
I bought this 6 weeks ago. I have ridded in the rain multiple times. All my belongings stayed dry. I like the pockets in the inside that zip shut. The inner pouch could be a bit bigger as its the size for a PDA. My laptop fits in the larger pouch.