New Fork-Pack 5.8L Bikepacking

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The Fork-Pack is the practical companion for your next Bikepacking adventure. It is ultra-light and, with the help of the Quick-Lock S adapter, can be taken on and off your bike in mere seconds. 

Ortlieb says: 

The waterproof Fork-Pack offers even more storage space for your next Bikepacking adventure. This practical fork bag weighs as little as 290 grams including the adapter (for the 4.1 L size, 315 grams in the 5.8 L size). With the help of the QLS adapter, this ultra-light bag can be mounted on forks with integrated accessory mounts, as well as on forks without special accessory mounts, as long as the fork legs have an untapered diameter between 30 and 42 mm. In fact, using the supplied adapters, you can attach the bag to any straight, vertical tube of that diameter. The bag features ORTLIEB’s tried-and-true roll top closure, and the included Quick-Lock S adapter system allows you to attach and detach the bag in no time. The Fork-Pack is made of PVC-free nylon fabric and sustainably produced in Germany.

Our Verdict

Following on the tradition of Ortliebs famous bombproof bike range is the new Fork-Pack, that is offers the same high level of abrasion and water resistance that Ortlieb are famous for, but now with a Cordura fabric that is PVC free and sustainably produced. 

The Fork-Pack is very simple and easy to use fitting most standard fork legs (diameter between 30 and 42 mm), the attachments mean that they can fit easily and offer a very simple attachment and release system that holds firm no matter what the ground or terrain, so are perfect for any bikepacking adventure. 

– Reviewed by Ultralight Outdoor Gear

Features

• Ultralight, waterproof bag (single pocket) with roll closure 
• The Fork-Pack is primarily designed for attachment to bicycle forks, but it can be mounted on non-tapered vertical tubes with a consistent diameter, e.g. Kick Style Scooters 
• Abrasion resistant PU-coated nylon fabric 
• Allows additional luggage to be carried on bikes using the Quick-Lock S (QLS) adapter system 
• Adapter is compatible with forks with eyelets and tubes with constant diameter from 30 mm to 42 mm 
• The Quick Lock S mounting bracket may be bolted directly to a forks with „braze-on“ eyelets or attached to vertical tubes using the supplied band-clamps 
• Ultra fast installation, with one click the bag snaps in to place 
• The removal is just as fast, simply move the release lever and pull the bag upwards 
• The robust Quick-Lock S mounting plate remains mounted to the bicycle 
• Low profile locking elements ensure snag free use 
• Internal stiffener 
• Reflective ORTLIEB logo 

Specifications

• Weight: 353g
• Volume: 5.8L
• Max load 3 kg / 6.6 lbs
• Height: 30.5 cm / 12 inch
• Width: 19.5 cm / 7.7 inch
• Depth: 13 cm / 5.1 inch
• Material: PS21R, PS33
• Adapter: Quick-Lock S

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