Panniers and bikepacking bags
Keep it dry, or keep it safe?
Both can hold about 40 liters. They protect your things in different ways.
| Compared on | Back-Roller City, 40 L pair | 17-45 L Trunk Bag with panniers |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 40 L | 17 to 45 L |
| Closure | Roll-top | Zips |
| Weather | No zips to leak | Water resistant |
| Inner padding | Not published | Yes |
| Price read | $170.00 | $89.99 |
| Listed on amazon.com | Yes | Yes |
A tick marks the better answer on that line only. Counting ticks does not decide the page — the two verdicts below do, because these products answer different questions.
The bag for riding in the rain every day.
The bag for a laptop on dry-weather commutes.
It helps in steady rain, because zips are the usual leak point.
Yes, both.
40 L · rolltop · pair · fits rack tubes to 16 mm · 8 and 11 mm inserts
A rolltop pannier pair from Ortlieb with 40 liters of volume and hooks that fit rack tubes up to 16 mm with 8 and 11 mm inserts in the box.
Best for: Daily commuters and tourers in wet climates.
≈ $170.00
17 to 45 L · hard shell · zip-out side panniers · 2 shoulder straps
A hard-shell rack trunk bag that opens from 17 to 45 liters with zip-out side panniers, with a padded interior and shoulder straps.
Best for: Commuting with a laptop or a camera.
≈ $89.99
Prices quoted in these summaries are dated readings. The live price is shown next to each product.
