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 Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus Waterproof Rear Panniers

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Manufacturer's Suggested Retail is $235.00 (Pair).  Most dealers sell this for full retail.

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• NEW Features Found in the Bike Packer Plus Panniers Include . . . Much Higher Volume Due to the New External Waterproof Pockets with Flaps, Fittings for Included Shoulder Straps,  Horizontal Compression Straps, Reshaped Lids with Styling that Better Matches the Ultimate 5 Handlebar Bags, and Scuff Guards on the Bottom of the Packs.

• Color Choices are RED, BLACK, GRAPHITE and YELLOW.

• Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus waterproof rear panniers are Ortlieb's top-of-the-line cross country touring panniers!
• Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus Dimensions -- these dimensions are for the main compartment only:  Height = 16.5 inches.  Width = 12.6 inches.  Depth = 8.7 inches.   Weight = 77.7 ounces/pair.   I do not have Ortlieb's stated dimensions for the lower outside pouch pocket.
• Bike Packer Plus Volume = 3051 cubic inches/PAIR (50 Liters/PAIR).  Add a pair of Optional Size Small Outer Pockets (220 cubic inches per pair - 3.6 Liters), and increase your pair capacity to 3271 cubic inches/PAIR (53.6 Liters/PAIR)!
• OK . . . now we are getting conflicting info on the Bike Packer Plus Volume . . .  On the German website they are now saying 42 Liters for the pair of Bike Packer Plus panniers.  That can't be correct from what I see when I handle these panniers.  Before they added the two outside waterproof pockets, the volume was 40 Liters for the pair.  If they only increased by 2 Liters for the pair, then the outer pockets would only be 1 Liter volume each.  I can easily place 3 x 1 Liter bottles of water in one of these outer pockets, and since they are round bottles that are not completely full, and they don't completely fill the pockets, I am certain I could pour more than one liter of water into the pockets to fill the space surrounding the bottles.  My conclusion is that the 5 Liter size they stated in 2010 for the extra pockets is likely close to being correct, so the 50 Liter stated volume should be close.  Bottom line . . . these panniers are BIG!  They are significantly larger than the 40 Liter Bike Packer Classic or Back Roller panniers that don't have the waterproof outer pockets.  I have been asking for clarification from Ortlieb in Germany.  I will update this page when I get new information.
• Each pannier has an internal pocket hanging from the inside of the back panel -- nice!
• The new external waterproof pockets pockets add 10 liters capacity (5 liters each), and make these the largest Ortlieb Pockets.  Add the Small Outer Pockets and these are easily the largest pair of panniers on our website!  See "Optional Accessories" below.
• These panniers will hold a LOT of gear.  I have filled other brand panniers with higher rated capacity, and then transferred everything to Ortlieb panniers - meaning that you may not be able to trust rated capacity, or it could be that panniers with lots of pockets are inefficient to fill -- so many corners.  All I can tell you for sure is that I have trouble imagining that you will need larger panniers than Ortlieb panniers, even for the longest tours, especially if you plan on using a handlebar bag and a drybag bedroll pack like the Ortlieb Rack Pack.
• Plus series panniers are made from very durable Polyurethane Coated Cordura fabric with a substantial inner, highly durable, thermoplastic waterproof coating.
• All seams are high frequency welded, providing excellent waterproofing along with narrow manufacturing tolerances.  You will be impressed by the high quality workmanship!
• Ortlieb rear panniers can also function as large capacity front panniers for Tandem tourists, where two riders must carry their gear on one bicycle, BUT, be careful putting panniers this large on a solo bike.  Such large panniers can catch a lot of wind and may be harder to steer than smaller front panniers.

• Even fully loaded, the Bike Packer Plus can be securely closed with a waterproof and dustproof lid, providing extra protection against the elements.  A drawstring closure on the dust flap, beneath the lid, keeps dust and moisture out.

• Ortlieb Bike Packer Plus features include:  waterproof outside lower pockets, vertical and horizontal compression straps, lid closures, shoulder straps, abrasion protection plates on the back sides of the bags with small abrasion protectors on the bottom front of the bags (not visible in the photos), and highly reflective patches on front and back.

• Ortlieb Plus series panniers utilize the QL2 Quick Lock mounting system, adjustable without any tools, with automatic opening and closing by lifting the handle.  The QL2 system adjusts with various inserts to fit rack rails from 8mm to 16mm diameter.   Adjustable hooks at the base of the panniers keep the bottom mounted securely to the side of the rack.  The sliding top hooks can be repositioned to allow precise placement on the rack top rails.  This can also help move the panniers toward the rear of your rack, providing better heel clearance while riding.  QL2 Top Hooks even have a "Tilt" adjustment that will tilt the pannier on the rack, moving the bottom of the pannier away from your feet for even more heel clearance!  Optional extra top hooks can be added to reinforce the mounting system when you take your panniers off-road.

• These are my favorite rear panniers.  The QL2 pannier mounting system is the best on the planet!  Lid closures provide the easiest access to your gear.  The new external waterproof pockets are easy to access during your ride.  the new Shoulder Straps will help you carry these through the airport, or up the stairs in your apartment complex.  The waterproofing is incredible.  You will probably have to submerge these packs to get any water inside.  These are wonderful panniers.  I have never seen better!

• The Suggested Front Pannier is the Ortlieb Sport Packer Plus.  Suggested Handlebar Pack is the Ortlieb Ultimate 5 Plus.  Suggested Rack-top Dry Bag is the Ortlieb Rack Pack.
• Available Optional Accessories include: Outer Pockets, Bottle Cages, Mesh Outer Pockets, a Pannier Carry System to convert a pannier to a daypack, and Anti-Theft Devices.

• Tubus Racks are the best choice for carrying your Ortlieb Packs!

• Click Here for MATCHED Front and Rear SETS of Ortlieb Panniers and Packs - at even better prices!

• CLICK HERE for Ortlieb Panniers and Packs Comparisons . . . Ortlieb Packs Comparisons:  What are the differences among the different Ortlieb touring panniers and packs?  Visit this page and learn how to choose what is best for you.

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