Ortlieb Handlebar Pack QR Handlebar Bag

I chose this type of handlebar bag because it is narrower than the roller shape and therefore fits well between the brackets of my racing handlebars. The somewhat narrower, higher shape offers room for gripping around the handlebars as well as a considerable volume. My bet is to use the bag for multi-day cycling trips, in combination with the saddle bag from the same series. Mounting the bag on the handlebars works well and holds up. The bag is easy to remove from the handlebars at a stop which would allow you to carry valuables in it (unlike, say, the saddle bag from the same series). The weight it can carry is more than enough for clothes, sleeping and toiletries and a single book. For me, the combination of the saddle bag and this handlebar bag provides the space to go cycling and camping for several days with a small-sized tent, sleeping bag and mat. When staying overnight in hotels or houses, one of the two would suffice. What I do suspect is that with relatively heavy packs, you need to pay attention to weight distribution. Using only the handlebar bag does not seem comfortable to me, whereas you could opt for only the saddle bag. But if the weight and volume of your luggage is limited, you can easily manage with just this handlebar bag! I won't use the handlebar bag regularly for daily commuting. For now, I have my doubts about the really endless usability of the links and like to keep it good for camping trips. To go on full cycling holidays and camping for weeks, I will eventually buy a frame bag anyway. That will give me just that little bit of extra space to be able to take a bit more clothes than that one set and a jumper, in addition to tent, sleeping bag and mat.

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Very good waterproof bag, compact, easy to install, stable. Nice colour Allowed me to pack my sleeping bag, mattress and compact down jacket. Didn't budge even on gravel terrain and everything was in the bag despite the heavy rain.

The bag sits well on the handlebars, manageable, waterproof and tasteful. The closure also opens and closes nicely. Well thought-out product!

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I mounted the handlebar bag on an MTB. The diameter of the handlebar was too big for this, but it just held. I will now make an adapter piece. Perfect for road bikes or Grail bikes.

This handlebar bag from Ortlieb is of superior quality. Adjusting and mounting, with the help of the video, is super easy. There is more than enough storage space so you do have to be careful not to overload the handlebar bag as this disadvantages the steering and the bike's centre of gravity. I spent four soaking wet days riding in the Ardennes in the rain but everything in the bag stayed dry. Highly recommended for the discerning bikepacker. Disadvantage(s): The handlebar bag does not fit on a handlebar with brake and gear cables mounted against it.

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