Ortlieb panniers and bike bags are waterproof, rugged, light weight, and durable panniers for bicycle touring.

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Equipment Pages Index

Introduction
How Much to Bring and Weight
Some Advise About Advise
A Note to Perspective Sponsors and Gear Suppliers

START HERE for Touring Bikes and Commuting Bicycles
Bicycle Touring Frames
The Steel Repair Myth.
Steel and Aluminum Derailleur Hanger Repair.
Bicycle Touring Wheels
Phil Wood: The Best Bicycle Hubs

Panniers / Bike Bags
Cargo Trailers Vs Panniers
Tires for Bike Tours..
Bicycle Touring Saddles.
Cindie's Women's Specific Bike Touring Saddles
Brooks Leather Touring Bicycle Saddle Care and Conditioning
Bike Computer
Touring Handlebars, Bar Ends, Adjustable Stems, and Padded Grips.
Sealed Cartridge Headsets

Camping
Buying Camping Equipment
Tent and Ground Cloth
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping Pad
Camp Stove
Pots and Pans
Water Filter

Clothing
Bike Touring Shorts

Health and First Aide

Electrical
Short-wave Radio
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Pictures of Equipment Failures
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We have bicycle toured in Central/South America, Asia, Australia, and Canada

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Bicycle Touring Laos in South East Asia

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Where do you work and write as you bicycle tour abroad or travel overseas?

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Australian Radio (ABC) Interview with Cindie Travis
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Ortlieb Bicycle Touring Panniers sold in the USA and Canada. The Best Waterproof Bicycle Touring Panniers and Bags

Bike Pannier Bags that had Superior Performance

Only one brand of bags exceeded our needs and performed beyond our expectations: Ortlieb Bicycle Panniers. I am much harder on equipment than Cindie. I am larger and just less delicate or careful then she is. Usually my equipment suffers more from damage than hers but the opposite was true with our panniers. My Ortlieb panniers were the only set of bags that did not fail at some point. I am still using them years later and believe that they may last for many more years to come. Thank You Ortlieb for making something that I never have to worry about as we bike around the world.

It not surprising that these bags are made in Germany. The Germans are at the forefront of international travel and the bicycle touring equipment industry. It must be a very popular sport among it's citizens. More than half of all the international traveling cyclists we meet are from Germany. Below are the bags that Cindie and I own, use, and depend on for the remainder of our tour which includes some of the more rugged places on earth.

Cycle touring panniers are some of the most important pieces of gear we own. These saddle bags need to remain securely on our bikes while keeping our expensive gear safe and dry on the roughest of roads and in the most extreme weather conditions. If a pannier fails it endangers all of the contents in the bag and can even cause a dangerous crash. In addition to the average camping gear, personal items, and clothing most other bike tourists carry with them but we also have additional delicate electronic equipment required to produce our web site and write our series of books. This high tech gear includes a notebook computer and digital video and still camera. This fragile gear requires exceptional performance from our panniers to keep it dry and off the pavement. If our panniers fail our equipment can be damaged and our trip would end.

During our fist two years of our trip we used three different brands of bicycle panniers: Arkel, DeTour (formally Vaude) and Ortlieb. They seemed like top of the line bike panniers and are all well recognized in at the professional international bicycle touring circles. At first all three brands of bicycle touring bags looked to be of equal quality and clever design but time, sun, dust, rain, accidental drops, and tragic crashes exposed the differences in the bags and produced a clear superior product line. The Ortlieb bike bags are all below

Cindie's front Panniers: Ortlieb Front Roller

Waterproof panniers with a unique roll-top closure. Symmetrical shape allows more leg room. Not only ideal for use on long cycle tours; they are also suitable for everyday use as a shopping bag or shoulder bag. Can be used with the carrying system as a daypack.
Ortlieb Front Roller Panniers	Absolutely waterproof, special 3D welding constructed bicycle panniers--for front rack mounting, small bag rear rack mounting or children's bikes 3D welding is a special overlapping technique that uses no thread or adhesives Roll-over style closures keep water out and are able to expand with your load Attaches with the Ortlieb QLR-System: a strong, fast, quick-releasing system that locks tightly into place; easy unlocked by lifting up on the handle QLR-hooks are replaceable and adjustable; will fit racks with tube diameter of up to 10 mm; 14 mm hooks available separately; will fit low-rider racks Made of heavy-duty, double polyurethane coated polyester Made of heavy-duty, double polyurethane coated polyester.. Imported. Click Below to Purchase Ortlieb Front Roller Panniers

Tim's Rear Panniers: Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus

High specification design rear pannier made of Cordura fabric with spacious lid closure and QL2 mounting system. Even fully loaded; the pannier can be closed and is therefore particularly suited for extended tours. Outer mesh pocket with zipper (not waterproof) increases packing volume.
Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus Panniers - Pair	Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus Panniers These spacious bags are some of the largest around for extended trips. Polyurethane-coated Cordura® nylon makes panniers durable and waterproof Zippered outside mesh pockets hold wet gear or allow easy-access to essential gear Large reflectors make you visible to motorists in poor light Contents are held secure with two buckle closures and compression straps Convenient handle on top for easy carrying QL2 mounting system makes mounting and un-mounting panniers a snap Click Below to Purchase Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus Panniers - Pair

Tim's front and Cindie's rear Panniers: Ortlieb Backroller

(we have two sets with different colors)

Waterproof panniers with a unique roll-top closure and constructed of an exclusive Cordura material that is completely watertight and welded. Utilizes Ortlieb's QL 2 Mounting System. Its symmetrical shape allows more leg room. Not only ideal for use on long cycle tours; they are also suitable for everyday use as a shopping bag or shoulder bag. Can be used with the carrying system as a daypack.
Ortlieb Backroller Classic Panniers	Ortlieb Backroller Panniers Made of durable Cordura(R) nylon with polyester; coated with PVC for water resistance Constructed with welded seams for strength Designed with an easy access, roll-top closure Replaceable, adjustable, quick-release security catches mount panniers quickly and easily on racks--also removed easily Lifting on pannier carrying strap automatically releases the QLR-system security catches, while releasing the strap causes latches to lock in place Click Below to Purchase Ortlieb Backroller Classic Panniers

Turn a Pannier into a backpack
	Ortlieb Pannier Carry System Feel like taking a walk after parking your bike? This handy accessory lets you easily convert one of your Ortlieb panniers into a waterproof daypack. Padded harness system is quick to set up, easy to use and simple to stow. Reflective stitching on the outside of the shoulder straps helps make you visible in the dark. Sternum strap ensures an extra-secure fit. Works with both QL1 and QL2 mounting systems Click Below to Purchase

Cindie's Handlebar bag

Ortlieb Ultimate 4 Compact Handlebar Bag

Highly water-resistant, with durable welded seams. Lid has inner stiffener and is easy to open and close with one hand. Lockable mounting fits up to 31.8mm handlebars. Reflective logo. This versatile handlebar bag features a rigid lid, a removable shoulder strap, and a lockable mounting.

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	Ortlieb Mudracer Seat Bag- Medium This medium-sized, hard-body, under-the-seat pack is sleek and elegant and designed for energetic riders. Waterproof hard foam pack holds tools, tube and a rides' worth of energy food; zipper is not waterproof. Flexible silicone hood seals the upper shell, the zipper and part of the lower shell from the elements. Hood folds up easily to expose the zipper, allowing fast access to contents. Easy pack attachment includes mounting plate and screws; pack quickly detaches from mount. Rip-and-stick strap connects to seat post providing extra security. Reflective hits increase visibility. Click Below to Purchase

Tim's **Ortlieb** Ultimate 5 Plus
extra large waterproof Handlebar bag
Ortlieb Bicycle touring handlebar bags and Panniers	A deluxe Handle Bar Bag : the Ultimate3 made of completely waterproof Cordura; removable map case; outer mesh pocket; 2 removable keyrings and removable inner pockets with zipper. Currently unavailable

Additional bike bags and panniers for sale: Ortlieb of Germany

Ortlieb Sport Packer Plus Bike Panniers

Ortlieb Sport Packer Plus Panniers

Features 3M Scotchlite™ reflectors to increase your visibility in poor light. Made to mount on low-rider front racks or rear racks, these feature snug-fitting lids that allow for higher load capacity. Outer mesh pockets are spacious and feature zippers to hold contents secure. QL2 suspension system holds bags secure and is easy to load and unload. Surrounding compression straps allow size of panniers to be altered. These panniers are the perfect size for your daily commute, or to strap on to children's bikes.

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Ortlieb Sport Packer Plus Bike Panniers

Ortlieb Office Bag - Medium

Ortlieb Office Bag

Finally a waterproof briefcase that mounts on your bike--and looks smart at the office and on campus! Polyurethane-coated, heavy-duty Cordura® nylon and Roll'n'Snap closure system keep contents of bag completely dry. Features Ortlieb's QLR2 diagonal mounting system that gives more legroom while cycling. Padded handle and detachable, anatomically curved shoulder strap give you plenty of comfortable carrying options off the bike. Studded feet protect bottom of bag from wear and tear when you put it on the ground. May be mounted on either the left or right side of the rack, thanks to the reversible mounting rail. Two sub-divided inner compartments help keep contents organized. Two 3M® Scotchlite™ reflectors increase your visibility to others

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Ortlieb Office Bag - Medium

Ortlieb Bike Shopper

Comes with a combination adjustable shoulder strap/carry handle made of strong nylon webbing; just take the bag off the rack and start shopping. Includes fore and aft reflector patches and a tube of lubricant to keep the quick-seal closure working smoothly. Large-volume bag goes on and off your rack quickly, freeing you of the need to dangle your grocery bags precariously off the handlebars. Or let it work as a commuter bag, carrying your change of clothes for work, including shoes. Pack closes tight and secure with a locking slider--think of it as an industrial-size and -strength food baggie. Removable, zippered, interior pocket keeps small items handy. Sells as a single bag. The waterproof Ortlieb Bike Shopper bag mounts to your rear rack like a single pannier yet comes off for your shopping convenience! Welded seams and coated fabric further ensure your valuables stay dry in a rainfall.

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Ortlieb Velocity Messenger Pack

Ortlieb Velocity Messenger Pack

This messenger-style daypack features a roll-closure top for complete waterproofness. Tough, polyurethane-coated Cordura® nylon is windproof and waterproof. Features a zippered removable inner pocket, padded foam back anatomically shaped shoulder straps with sternum strap and a waist strap. Makes a great school backpack.

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Ortlieb Velocity Messenger Pack

Ortlieb Messenger Bag

Ortlieb Messenger Bag

Developed for professional courier services, this bag has been tried and tested all over the world. Roller closure for waterproof seal. Made of polyester and Cordura(R) nylon for durability and abrasion-resistance. Features contoured straps with reflective stripes, chest strap and waist strap, waterproof padded back and large reflectors on sides for visibility.

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Ortlieb Messenger Bag

Equipment Pages Index

Introduction
How Much to Bring and Weight
Some Advice About Advice
A Note to Perspective Sponsors and Gear Suppliers
(See more about Sponsorship Here)

START HERE for Touring Bikes and Commuting Bicycles
Custom Touring Bicycles and Bike Upgrade Buyers Guide.
Bicycle Touring Frames
The Steel Repair Myth.
Steel and Aluminum Derailleur Hanger Repair.
Bicycle Touring Wheels
Phil Wood: The Best Bicycle Hubs

Panniers / Bike Bags
Cargo Trailers Vs Panniers
Tires for Bike Tours..
Bicycle Touring Saddles.
Cindie's Women's Specific Bike Touring Saddles
Brooks Leather Touring Bicycle Saddle Care and Conditioning
Bike Computer
Touring Handlebars, Bar Ends, Adjustable Stems, and Padded Grips.
Sealed Cartridge Headsets

Camping
Buying Camping Equipment
Tent and Ground Cloth
Sleeping Bag
Sleeping Pad
Camp Stove
Pots and Pans
Water Filter

Clothing
Bike Touring Shorts