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Ortlieb Back Roller Classic

Very satisfied with the product and the web shop

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I'm a little bit happier about my new bags every day. I thought long and hard about which model to choose and after much deliberation I decided in favour of this one. The product is superbly made and very robust. I am sure that the bags will serve me well for a long time. That's probably the good thing about buying ortlieb panniers: you know that they will be with you for a long time. I am super satisfied :)

Works perfectly, very solid quality. Heavy in weight, though

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Meets expectations. Fast delivery and nicely eco-friendly packaging.

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Fine panniers. Waterproof and plenty of room for bags r.f.

Super convenient hooking system, my bag has never been knocked off the carrier. The hooks are also strong. Only the new construction of the hooks is not as good, they kept rattling until I put ti-raps between them. The material is stiffer than my old Back-Roller bags, so it rolls up more difficult.

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Very nice panniers, ideal for shopping. Spacious contents.

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Easy to adjust so they are easy to attach and detach

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The product met my expectations perfectly and delivery was fast. It's just a shame that a removable lock can't easily be added to the panniers, like the one on the Vaude panniers.

This bag is simply the best pannier bag currently on sale. The bag is the right size for a lot of shopping and to take into the shop. This size is also very practical for trekking. You can easily put a third bag on the carrier without blocking these bags. My preference is for the tarpaulin of the 'Classic' models and not the Cordura fabric of the 'Plus' models. In rain, the tarpaulin dries quickly and dirt is easily wiped off. In summary, this is the best pannier currently on sale and Mantel also sells it for the lowest price. For many people, this will still be an expensive pannier, but when you consider that it might last ten years or more, it is still an excellent choice compared to cheaper bags that you have to replace within three years!

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Nice panniers, easy to attach

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Ideal for a holiday, easy to expand thanks to the click system

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At have greatly enjoyed the Ortlieb panniers. Now we have purchased the black Back Roller. Very nice with the middle closure. Also the now present side/compartment, inside the bag, is nice. About 10 years ago we bought the white model from Ortleib. These are still in fine condition but do not match our new bikes as much.

Sacs très facile d utilisation. Je le(s) utilise tous les jours. Accrochage,décrochage du vélo :on ne peut plus facile, rapide.

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Very happy with the new panniers they are wonderfully spacious, easy to hang and take off, waterproof, smooth roll-up closure system really great bags.

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These bags fit easily on my pannier, are waterproof, and are just...excellent

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Very smooth and fine in operations

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My old Ortliebs broke down after 8 years, the seams were coming loose. This can no longer be glued / vulcanised so just bought a new set. Hope these will last longer.

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Fonts that do the job

Hooks can be moved very easily so the bags fit perfectly on the bike and are secure

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Perfect value for money. The bags are very durable and can take a beating + have a large capacity.

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Spacious, perfectly waterproof panniers. Easy to use and convenient to carry. One small downside is that they can be somewhat prone to theft

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The bags are very pleasant to use and waterproof. Because they are rollable, you can determine the size yourself. Nice that the bag can also be used as a shoulder bag thanks to the strap provided.

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Zeer gemakkelijk te monteren. Heel praktisch, grote inhoud ( 2x 20 liter) Petroleum kleur past wonderwel met mijn Riese &Muller fiets

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Didn't expect to be able to put so much stuff in it. For my work, I always carry a lot of equipment to different locations during the day. With my old panniers it was always fitting and measuring. Saris now over. Ideal that I can remove the bags from the bike and take a lot with me at once

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Good adjustability on luggage carrier. Has 2 pockets in the bag. And good price for 2 pieces.

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Great bags , even with 5-hour downpour inside everything dry

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Just fits a lot. Before, I was always short of space because I had bought more than planned, now it just fits.

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Oprollen gaat makkelijk. Veel ruimte met binnenvak. Er kan veel in en vooral dat alles droog blijft.

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The panniers are beyond expectations. Just right in terms of capacity. Easy to assemble and easy to use. The petrol colour is beautiful! My best panniers so far. Very happy with them!

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Easy to take with you when you go shopping.

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Functional, solid, beautiful, easy to install... and remove. What more could you ask for? Maybe a few inside or outside pockets? And even then, they're not really essential for the purpose.

Nice solid panniers. Super easy to get on and off the bike. Only comment is that the separately purchased anti-theft device is not very easy to mount

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Fully meets expectations

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Matches expectation top bags

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Fine bike ride with it from across the islands of Zeeland.

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Bicycle bags were familiar to me. Super convenient, fit to cart in supermarket. Hop groceries in and cart away!!!

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Fine quality bag, which indeed proved to be waterproof after a downpour.

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Super panniers

Just top and lots of space. No minus points.

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Fantastic

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Very nice bags, can put a lot in them, easily detachable and waterproof!!!

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The ortlieb as it has been for so long, perfect for what it was made for. A solid, waterproof pannier

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Nice spacious bags that are quick to put on your rack.

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Perfect waterproof panniers. Flexible mounting points make them fit any bike. And easy to detach to take to store or during bike trips. Rolling up and clipping on is very easy. Had ordered the wrong version at first, but well solved by Mantel.

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Easy to open / close / install on bike / remove from bike It's a pity the interior is black, as it's not easy to see clearly in poor lighting conditions (gray version).

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Very nice bags. Satisfactory in every way!

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Bought beautiful panniers for my mother. She is very satisfied with them. Enough space for groceries but also for the cycling vacation.

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Herk happy with these bags. For work and errands. Cheerful yellow in addition

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As expected, easy to attach and a nice color

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Fine bags time will tell recently purchased. Solid and beautiful product

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Stevige, ruime fietstassen en bovendien waterdicht. Ze ogen niet heel groot, maar er gaat veel. Ook makkelijk los mee te nemen.

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Great product! Manual is rather vague.

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I like the bag and easy to use , super nice that you can use the bags separately from each other

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The product fully meets expectations and requirements

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They are very comfortable when you take them off the bike and have to carry them.

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Excellent bags,waterproof and easy to use.

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Unobtrusive color, large capacity and easily adapts to the bicycle

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I have not used them yet, I bought them for a route of several days and after consulting specialized magazines and forums I have come to the conclusion that it is the best option.

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Completely meets my expectations

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Only used them on one short trip so far. I'm slowly warming them up for the North Cape with my boyfriend, who doesn't have any panniers yet ;)

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I bought the bags in the yellow version for me boyfriend. He absolutely loves them! The bags are very quality, sturdy and waterproof. Ideal for going there and back (work-home) with flying colors.

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I am extremely happy with Ortlieb's panniers, they fit a lot and the quality is super.

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Perfect product in terms of color and size.

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It is a very solid bag

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Taken on sale after being notified of their return to stock via the appropriate service. Very satisfied with the product. I use them to go to work every day, very practical and roomy. Once detached they are easy to carry with the shoulder strap and also beautiful (I got them in black color). Received (free shipping) on time. I recommend them, money well spent!

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Very good saddlebags, in fact, they are the second ones I have. The first were a city and I broke one for not carrying it well hooked, my fault. I recommend it for cyclotourism!

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The product meets my needs, but I'm sorry I didn't choose a model with a padlock.

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Having used Ortlieb Front Roller Plus Panniers [Cordura construction, 25 litres combined volume] in ever day use for 7 years I 'upgraded' to the Back Roller Classic for winter use [PVC construction, 40 litres combined volume]. Excellent quality & adaptability from Ortlieb.

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After years of using an Ortlieb pannier I wanted one with a carrying strap. The old one was still fine so I assume this one will also last for years without any problems.

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Have had a size smaller Ortlieb panniers for years, these size larger ones are ideal for your groceries.

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Due to previously purchased bags for my husband also ordered ortlieb bags. Are perfect!

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Ideal bags

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The purchased panniers meet my expectations. I have already used them for many errands and ridden in the pouring rain. The panniers are large and practical in terms of capacity, allowing you to carry lots of groceries. Even in the pouring rain, the inside of the bag stays dry. It is slightly more difficult to place the panniers on the bike rack.

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Perfect, excellent panniers, very solid, and very easy to install on the bike.

Simple use: Insert the appropriate adapter, and off you go with our 2 beautiful red panniers on the back. Ring ring...

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On my previous bike I had a cheap set of panniers that worked with straps and Velcro, those might be good for the occasional cyclist but for the rest.... The Ortlieb bags, what a relief say. First of all, they are very easy to attach and with the included inserts they also fit nice and tight on any rack. Nothing is more hateful than rattling panniers. They are slightly more expensive than others but well worth it, from what I hear from others they are also indestructible. Because they are available in different colors, there is bound to be a color that suits everyone. They don't look too big on the bike but you can fit a lot of weight in them if you want. Another big advantage, the cheaper sets with straps are fixed to the bike, the Ortlieb's can be taken off the bike with one simple movement, handy for groceries or clothes. I am very satisfied with them and regret not having bought them sooner.

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The bags sit securely around my bike. With the clips you narrow easily so it is not loose. When the bottom bracket is right, it really sits like a house. Unfortunately, I cannot use this bracket properly on one side. Since there is a pump there. I still have to come up with something for this. But even without that bracket, it sits well.

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The panniers are durable, waterproof and easy to use.

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After these for me and my spouse, this is the 3rd pair we are purchasing, this time as a useful birthday gift for the daughter; ours, 10-15 years old now, still serve daily.

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Perfect bags for commuting. Can fit a bike charger, extra clothes and food. One bag would do the same.

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Convenient to use. Easy to take off and put back on the bike. Really takes no effort.

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Falls rather disappointing. One of the handles spontaneously got loose and got caught in the wheel, breaking the attachment. Something like that shouldn't be able to happen. Is strangely not covered by warranty.

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Ideal bike bags for commuting and bikepacking. Once the bag is set up on your bike it is easy to take on and off. In my opinion the best bike bag on the market.

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Easy to carry on the bike or over the shoulder. Nice choice of colors (I opted for petrol blue).

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I bought these as I knew they were good, my two cycling buddies have them. One has had hers for 20 years! I’m delighted with how easy they to set up and how easily they attach to my bike. There is plenty of room in them and I look forward to my next tour to the outer Hebrides with them. An added bonus is the colour matched the trim on t bike!

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Can easily carry my stuff in them. Nice size and nice that they are waterproof

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solid panniers Ortlieb

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Very nice bags, good quality. They are also very spacious. Easy to take off and carry around.

These panniers are very easy to install on the bike and do not move.

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Nice that you can adjust the attachment to the thickness of the tubes of the carrier. And in use just very pleasant

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Perfect for my bike trips

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Handy bags for running errands. They can carry a lot of weight.

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A great saddlebags. They have everything you expect from a product of this type. Spacious, comfortable, easy to use, waterproof, convertible into a portable bag with its shoulder strap, light, resistant and beautiful.

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When I bought my e-bike, I bought two bags that were recommended by the bike vendor (own brand). That product did not pass the development stage properly. It does not fit properly to the carrier which caused the bag to detach from the carrier. Ortlieb's bag comes with separate brackets in different sizes that allow the bag to be attached 100% properly to the carrier. A top-notch product!

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I have only used the panniers on one trip so far which involves multiple train changes and 2 base sites. Brilliant easy on/off rack with shoulder strap allowing ease of carry on/off trains which can be stressful if only stopping to embark/disembark. Plenty of room for my (too much) clothes and needs for the week. The sun shone so not tested the waterproof mess as yet.

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I can’t think of any negative aspects. I knew what I was getting and the brand does a very good job describing the products. I got exactly what I expected. I use the bags for weekend trips away. Camping for the time being. It fits everything I need: tent, sleeping bag, sleeping Matt, clothes, food, stove, electronics etc etc. it would be great if future designs included a locking system for the bag and bike so we can leave the bag unattended (when going shopping on supermarket, for example).

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Hangs securely on the rack, nice and roomy for shopping by bike, and in future for a tour of Europe, now just buying those world traveler bikes....

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I already knew the Ortlieb brand through their "city" panniers. This model is much more practical, with a strap for better portability, an easy-to-use closure system and an interior pocket for carrying documents. Lightweight, I can't wait to try them out on a bike tour.

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