ORTLIEB Vario High-Vis QL2.1 Backpack-Pannier Hybrid

The Vario QL2.1 by ORTLIEB with high-visibility features functions as a backpack and pannier

This ORTLIEB Vario in high-visibility design is a waterproof 26-litre backpack that you can easily convert into a pannier with QL2.1 mounting system. Reflective yarn is incorporated into the outer flap, which feels more like fabric, so that you can be seen better in the dark and in twilight. This makes it particularly suitable for daily commuting in city traffic. On one side are backpack straps, on the other are the hooks for attaching it to the bike. One flap covers the side not in use and can simply fold over to the other side and hooked onto it for easy conversion. It also has a small zip pocket that can be accessed from the outside in backpack mode. With the QL2.1 system, there are adjustable hooks on the bag to fix it to the rack's rails. Inside the Vario, a separate compartment holds a notebook up to 15.4" and offers enough space for everyday necessities. The practical roll closure is secured with a hook. A mesh pocket on the side can be used for items such as a water bottle. Reflectors on both (narrow) sides also increase your visibility in the dark. The backpack is particularly comfortable thanks to ergonomic shoulder straps and comfortable padding with ventilation channels. One thoughtful detail: the adjustment straps on the shoulder straps are looped in so that no loose ends can stick out.

Specifications:

Application:

City

Type:

pannier rack, all-round backpack

Compatibility:

for pannier racks with up to 16 mm tube diameter (reducers for 8 mm, 10 mm and 12 mm included)

Material:

PU-coated nylon fabric (PS33) and Cordura fabric (PS50X)

Protection Rating:

dust-tight, splash-proof (IP64)

Dimensions (HxWxD):

47 cm x 31 cm x 22 cm

Volume:

26 litres

Approved For:

Load Capacity (max.):

9 kg

Note from the Manufacturer:

To achieve the IP64 degree of protection (6 = dust-tight, 4 = splash-proof from all directions), the closure must be rolled up 3 to 4 times over.
Taking into account wear and tear, it is recommended to protect all contact points between the bag mount system and the pannier rack or a bicycle frame with paint protection sticker(s).
In addition, the permitted load of the pannier rack must be adhered to as well as the bag's maximum load capacity.

Features:

• pannier and backpack in one with high-visibility effect
• increased visibility thanks to inconspicuously integrated reflective yarn on the flap tab
• can be used as a pannier or backpack: mount system on one side, backpack strap on the other side
• easy to convert by turning the flap over
• pocket with water-repellent zip in the flap (accessible when using bag as a backpack)
• Quick-Lock2.1 mounting system with upper and lower hooks on the bag
• roll closure with hooks, compressible from the top to the retaining elements
• inner pocket with compartment for laptops measuring up to 36 x 24.5 x 2.5 cm (15.6" )
• one side mesh pocket
• ergonomic shoulder straps, chest strap and comfortable padding along the back
• adjustment straps on the shoulder straps looped to prevent tangling
• two reflectors
• made of robust, waterproof coated nylon
• PVC-free
• made in Germany

Technology:

Quick-Lock2.1 Mount System
The Quick-Lock2.1 mounting system is based on the proven Quick-Lock2 system, but offers some improvements. The top rail, in which the optional anti-theft device can also be fitted, is made in one piece, which provides extra stability. Particularly flat washers are used on the inside, so that the contents of the bag are hardly affected by them. The bag handle serves as a latch: If you lift the handle, the hooks open, if you let go, they close. The reducers for different tube diameters are pushed in sideways and thus remain securely in place, which covers diameters from 8 to 16 mm. For pannier racks with larger tube diameters of 18 or 20 mm, as are sometimes installed on e-bikes, the upper hook can simply be replaced. The two-component plastic with anti-scratch function, which is used for the lower rail in the form of a semi-ellipse, ensures soft contact surfaces and reduces friction on the rack. The lower hook can be variably adjusted and turned in 15-degree increments. It is easy to use: No tools are required for adjusting the hooks.

Manufacturer Number:

F7716

Contents:

• 1 x ORTLIEB Vario High-Vis QL2.1 backpack-pannier
• 2 x 8 mm reducers
• 2 x 10 mm reducers
• 2 x 12 mm reducers

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Optional Accessories:

• QL2.1 Hook 18 mm with adjustable handle
• QL2.1 Hook 20 mm with adjustable handle
• QL2 / QL2.1 theft protection