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Ortlieb Back Roller Classic

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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It is very disappointing to me. The belt has already gotten into my wheel. As a result, cost to the bike. I shouldn3n't have bought the bags.

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There's no denying that these panniers are probably the best available. They're easy to use, well-made and have lots of well-thought out features. I can't think of how this design could be improved on, but if I really had to come up with a negative it would be the straps. They're fiddly to tuck into the little holders to prevent them fouling the wheels as you ride. The only other negative would be the price. It's a lot of money, but they do look like they're built to last.

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I spoje to someone from Mantel. The person was very helpful. I was clarifying an issue before l bought the bicycle panniers. You could make it clearer the litre size and the exact model type. I bought x2 Ortlieb bicycle panniers and an really pleased by this purchase. Before l bought a cheap bicycle pannier and it basically fell apart. These Ortlieb bicycle panniers, hold enough for me to do a large shop and carry back on my bicycle. I like the amount you can fit into the panniers, the bright colours, the sturdy quality and the easy attachment and release system. The positives definitely outlay the negatives, but if there are negatives l would say these two things: (1) It's vdry easy for the release strap to get caughtbinside the plastic grasping hooks, which then make a it hard to release the panniers. (2) The fabric strap on the outside of the pannier, is not long enough to clip on when you have a lot of stuff inside the pannier. I have to use an elastic strap in order to close the pannier.

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Light and strong and easy to fit. Seem to have enough space for touring but also great for shopping and commuting.

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Solid and hardwearing. Just the right size. Not easy to open or close. Takes getting use to!

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

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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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As expected, easy to attach and a nice color

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Great product! Manual is rather vague.

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Excellent bags,waterproof and easy to use.

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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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Very satisfied with the saddlebags but opening and closing is a bit costly.

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Did not understand from the description that it is the shoulder strap that is used for locking, closing the bag. It is a bit awkward to get it in the right place. Would rather have seen that there were buckles on the sides.

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I use my bags everywhere to do my shopping, carry my computer to meetings.

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Good bags, roll up for waterproof and stay flexible when cold

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Just what we've been waiting for

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We already had two sets of these bags front and rear. We really like them so without hesitation we bought another set of rear bags so that all of us in our family can carry luggage during our cycling vacations.

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Super processed, real relief - otherwise I was always on the road with backpack - and a real space miracle. Only the shoulder straps are rather well-intentioned instead of really helpful. Clearly you wear the bag actually on the wheel - if you take it but then loaded the carrying is not very comfortable - then but prefer to reach for the bag with "backpack function" ;)

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The bags are well made and can be quickly mounted on the bike. The two inner pockets are also very practical.

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

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

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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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Very smooth and fine in operations

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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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Great bag for everyday use and for touring. Easy to fit , expands to take what you need to carry and completely waterproof.

Took these bags on an overnight cycle camping trip. Enough space for everything I needed, but if you go for longer than a weekend with tents/bivvy bags then they wouldn't be enough on their own. Great quality, would 100% recommend, just be aware that they have no internal pockets so using drybags or something similar to organise your stuff is a good idea.

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Well made, strong and good size. Should last for years.

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Very robust and well made bags

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An excellent pannier. I've knocked one mark off because Ortlieb have changed the Back Roller Classic from the original allen key based fitting system to the newer plastic fittings. Still an excellent product but I'd have preferred if Ortlieb had kept the original zero maintenance fittings.

This bag has everything I need: a laptop pocket

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A well made bag. Ideal for everyday use. Fits onto frame in an instant and just as easy to remove. Inside pocket also great for organising smaller items.

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I have an Ortleib pannier from the nineties and it's still going strong as an everyday commuter pannier. No tears or rips. Still waterproof. These new panniers will no doubt give as good service. Very good value via Mantel.

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well designed

Easy to attach and adjust. Very robust and roomy as well as waterproof. Perfect

Very tough material. Secures well to rack, been on some rough tracks this week through Belgium and The Netherlands with no issues . In Arnhem now but unable to visit the store

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I only cycling with panniers to work, but they are realy nice bags. Storage is big enough, nice pockets inside. Most important in Ireland - good waterproof fabric. Easy to mount. With added strap easy to go for shopping. Fantastic panniers, hopfully will last for years.

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Great value high quality equipment . Very waterproof with its roll over design. Small inner pocket is very helpful. Really easy attachment to bike rack. Excellent. Looks like it will do years of service

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Great bags. Had my rack come off my bike yesterday and skid across a major road with my kid’s 4th birthday cake in.... these bags kept it intact! Barely a scuff on the bags. Totally worth the expense. A++

easy to fit and look great. holds a bottle of wine and much more!

Having changed from a Brompton recently these bags do take a little getting used when rolling them closed and securing on the bike but I imagine that's the same for all pannier bags. The bags themselves had lots of space within especially when you only want to make a single trip to the supermarket. Shipping from the Netherlands to the UK was super fast - I ordered on Thursday afternoon and they arrived on Monday morning, probably faster than if I had ordered them a UK-based retailer!

had a set of these before (bike and panniers got stolen

I heard a lot of good things about the Ortileb pannier bags and I wasn't disappointed. The quality is great and are really easy and quick to put on to the rack and to remove them.

We were introduced to Ortlieb when we went on a cycling holiday in Holland and they were fitted to our hire bikes. Loved them, hence bought them for our own bikes here in the UK. So simple to fit and 100% waterproof!

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The panniers fit well and easily onto my bike and certainly look the part! There’s plenty of room inside and although I haven’t toured with them yet l have cycled up to the local supermarket and filled them with my shopping. I would recommend these to anyone looking for a good set of panniers

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Very roomy and so easy to put on and off once you get the hang of it. Waterproof and visible

Initially had a cheaper pannier bag when me and my wife started bike commuting. My wifes bag fell off while cycling with her computer in rhe bag. Thats what made us buy a pair for the both kf us. Worked perfectly for us. Easy to put in or take off but remains perfectly secure while cycling. Now bought a second pair for our upcoming bike tour.

Great well-established product with easily adjustable fixing mechanism and totally waterproof. The roll-top closure and strap adjustment takes a bit of getting used to, but it's worthwhile studying the instructions and watching a YouTube video to get it right. Great price at Mantel too. Cheaper than some of the 2nd hand ones on eBay!

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Really well made, waterproof spacious bags that are easy to handle on and off the bikes. Can't recommend highly enough. Mantel were excellent in their service and we received the items within a couple of days

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Needed panniers and needed them to be waterproof. These are well designed and do the job. Not cheep, but should last years.

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These are great, easy on/off, waterproof and easy to carry over shoulder for short trips into shop/cafe. Wish I’d bought years ago

A solid and durable set of pannier bag. Definitely worth the money. The delivery is super fast considering the global pandemic. Very pleased!

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War ein Weihnachtsgeschenk. Das junge Paar hat sich sehr gefreut! Meinten - es hält lebenslang...

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Works pretty well, I need to decide whether to remove the inner containers whisk can be a little annoying

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

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

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