This is an excellent pannier and the design which contributes to it transforming into a backpack really works well. It is waterproof as advertised. My only quibble with Ortlieb is that there is no black pannier to pair with it in the same material etc. I’m having to make do with one ‘ink’ coloured pannier alongside the black vario.
Product Details
Ortlieb Vario QL3.1 Pannier 20L
Backpack or pannier? With the versatile and innovative Ortlieb Vario QL3.1 Pannier 20L, there is no need to choose. One side features the Quick Lock attachment system for mounting on a bike rack, while the other has a padded carrying system with ergonomic shoulder straps and a chest strap for comfortable backpack use.
A protective flap with an integrated pocket covers the side not in use, keeping the bag streamlined. A zippered outer pocket provides quick access to essentials, while the main compartment, secured with a roll closure, includes a padded laptop sleeve for added protection.
This waterproof, PVC-free hybrid bag is sustainably made in Germany. The Quick Lock 3.1 mounting system includes the necessary studs for racks with QL3.1 compatibility. For racks without an integrated QL3.1 mount, a separate 140g mounting set is available. The Quick Rack includes all required parts, eliminating the need for additional studs or mounts.
Features
- Fabric: PS33
- Height: 45cm
- Width: 31cm
- Depth: 18cm
- Volume: 20L
- Weight: 1360g
Specifications
- Bag Type (Bags & Luggage)
- Pannier
- Primary Intended Use (Bags & Luggage)
- Commuting
- Primary Material (Bags & Luggage)
- Nylon
- Back Panel / Strap Padding
- Medium Padding
- Bag Mount Position
- Rack Mount
- Bag Volume (L)
- 20 L
- Carry / Mounting System
- Backpack Straps, Rack Mount
- Closure Type
- Roll-Top
- Discipline Compatibility
- Commute, Casual
- External Dimensions (cm)
- 45-31-18 cm
- Laptop / Device Compartment Present
- Yes
- Mounting Method
- Strap-On
- Number of Main Compartments
- 1
- Product Weight (kg)
- 1360 kg
- Waterproof (Yes/No)
- Yes
- Max Laptop Size (inches)
- 15
- Reflective Details
- none
- Waterproof Rating (Text)
- waterproof
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