Whereas attending the MADE Present a couple of weeks in the past, I obtained to meet up with Ortlieb and chat about their progressive new merchandise. Since 1982, the German model has been recognized for its progressive and weatherproof luggage for each on and off the bike. This new run of drugs isn’t any exception.
There’s fairly a bit to cowl, so let’s dive proper in!
The 2025 Ortlieb Gear
Dry-Pack
Retail: $65 (12L), $75 (16L)
The Ortlieb Dry-Pack is a rear-specific, multifunctional dry bag that’s waterproof. It has twin roll closures on both finish for fast entry. A intelligent valve is included to get the air out when you compress the bag. The 12L model weighs in at 230g and the 16L is available in at 250L.
The O-Straps Rack helps to make sure a safe and wobble-free match. Constructed-in daisy chains supply versatile positioning. Sustainably made in Germany with PU-coated nylon cloth, this bag is able to work!
Duffle Lite
Retail: $230 (40L), $250 (60L)
Ortlieb’s new Duffle Lite is likely to be the bag you want for trekking, loading in biking gear, paddle sports activities, or simply touring the globe. It is available in two sizes, the 40L which weighs in at 760g. Or, the 60L measurement, weighing in at 850g.
It has a cool waterproof TIZIP zipper that gives IP67 safety and comes with a detachable inside pocket. Sustainably made in Germany with PU-coated nylon cloth, this duffle is able to journey with sturdiness and performance!
Handlebar-Pack Flex
Retail: $145 (15L)
With its a number of mounting choices, this new 25L bikepacking bag can be excellent for carrying your sleeping gear. It’s 100% waterproof and mounts to the handlebar with any Ortlieb Mounting set (offered individually). The roll closures on either side make for simple entry.
For the attachment of further gear, there may be an elastic drawstring and hooks to safe stuff to the bag. There’s a valve to assist let the air out throughout compression, permitting the bag to get smaller, tighter, and safer. The brand new Handlebar-Pack Flex has a load capability of 5 kilos.
Handlebar-Rack
Retail: $60
The Handlebar-Rack is Ortlieb’s first try at a baggage rack for handlebars. This rack just like the Handlebar Pack Flex, above is good for bikepacking, however may also be used in your metropolis bike. It helps as much as 5 kilos and provides three mounting choices. This helps the Handlebar-Rack match a plethora of bicycles and handlebars.
The Ortlieb Mounting set (not included) makes set up fast. there are additionally adjustable rack straps that guarantee your load is safe. It’s fabricated from aluminum and able to assist transport your groceries residence, or your tenting gear to the campsite.
Fast-Rack
Retail: $130 (L), $140 (XL)
Once more, Ortlieb delivers one other shortly put in, versatile rack within the Fast Rack. It is available in two distinct sizes, massive and x-large. This rack is tremendous versatile and comes with secondary attachment ranges. This enables for the simultaneous use of aspect panniers and a basket.
Becoming tires as much as 29″ x 3.0″, the XL model of the rack can assist as much as 27kg. The L model helps as much as 20kg and 28″ x 2″ tires. The cool factor about this rack system is the flexibility to put in it in a claimed 15 seconds and take away it in 5. Making it simple to modify from bike to bike.
Each racks are additionally suitable with the brand new Through Axle M6-Connector, QL 3.1, and naturally all of their bag attachments, QL2.1, QL3.1, and so on
Sling-Bag Metroshpere
Retail: $80 (8L)
Fashionable design highlights meet performance with the brand new Ortlieb Metrosphere Sling Bag. The strengthened roll closure with its self-locking magnets permits no matter you may have saved within the 3L sling to remain safe. It’s waterproof, sustainably made, and the right on a regular basis companion for your entire necessities.
Through-Axle M6 Connector
Retail: $40
This can be a common thru-axle that’s used for mounting the Ortlieb Fast-Rack line. It makes use of an adjustable size vary of 165/168mm, all the way in which as much as 180mm. So the Through-Axle M6-Connector can be utilized for all types of bikes. On each ends, you’ll discover M6 threaded mounts which permit for the usage of panniers o trailers.
The Through Axle is fabricated from high-quality aluminum in Germany and is available in three thread pitches; 1, 1.5, and 1.75mm.
Velo-Sling
Retail: $95 (3L)
The Ortlieb Velo-Sling is a water-proof handlebar bag hybrid that means that you can use it as each a handlebar bag and an off-the-bike sling. As a handlebar bag, it’s versatile for bikepacking, MTB, or metropolis adventures. The Velo-Sling makes use of a roll closure and magnets to maintain it mounted.
It additionally provides 3L of waterproof storage and may match issues like your pockets, telephone, and jacket. Sporting an inside zipper compartment, it helps you get organized. The O-straps and rubber twine maintain it rattle-free whereas hooked up to the bars. Use the compression straps to additional safe the load.
Use the removable shoulder strap to hold it round city with you. it’s additionally sustainably made in Germany and is available in Ortlieb’s bikepacking colours, black or sand.
