Name: ORTLIEB Fuel-Pack
Brand: ORTLIEB
Rating: 87 (43 reviews)

87/100

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Users (32 ratings)

Experts (3 reviews)

Summary of Reviews

We have read all expert and user reviews on the ORTLIEB Fuel-Pack. In summary, this is what cyclists think.

7 reasons to buy

An expert praises the Fuel-Pack's high-quality construction, saying it displays minimal signs of use after more than 1,500 miles.
The Fuel-Pack can attach to top tube bosses or, with the included straps, to top tubes or down tubes.
This bag is easy to open with one hand while cycling.
Testers say the Fuel-Pack is stable over rough terrain, whether mounted with the straps or to frame bosses.
Testers confirm that the Fuel-Pack is waterproof.
The included straps double as bottle cage mounts.
The lid has an integrated outlet that allows cables to pass through without jeopardizing the bag’s waterproofing.

3 reasons not to buy

The lid frustrates several experts who find that it sometimes closes by itself or shuts unevenly at the front.
A tester and an owner say the mounting straps are stiff and difficult to thread.
The front strap is too short for some frames, so owners must purchase the extension strap or reposition the bag lower on the tube, which can result in knee interference.

Bottom line

The ORTLIEB Fuel-Pack is a 1L top tube or down tube bag with a 2.2lb load capacity. Experts and owners commend its construction quality, one-handed operation, waterproofing, and cable-friendly lid. There are two mounting options: bolt-on or with straps. Both keep the bag secure over rough terrain. Thicker frame tubing may require an extension strap, which costs extra. Aside from the sometimes finicky lid, experts and owners deem ORTLIEB Fuel-Pack a solid investment.

Where to buy

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Facts

Bag Type

Top Tube

Brand

ORTLIEB

Bike Type

Adventure, Bikepacking, Commuting, Electric, Mountain, Road, Touring

Capacity

1 Liters

Features

Bolt-On

Water Resistance Level

Waterproof

Weight

0.35 lb

Color

Black

Material

PU-coated Nylon, Ripstop Nylon

Expert Reviews

81/100 based on 3 rated expert reviews

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Michal Ozogán | Bikepacking

Level 3 expert

ORTLIEB Fuel-Pack [English / Czech]

Level 3 expert

It feels robust, and after roughly 2,500 kilometers, there are barely any signs of use. Even the mud cleans off fairly well with a brush and soap.

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Road.cc

Level 5 expert

Review: ORTLIEB Fuel-Pack

Level 5 expert

I can really only mark the Fuel-Pack down on price – everything else is very well done, and the package just works.

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Guitar Ted

Level 3 expert

Review: ORTLIEB Fuel-Pack & Toptube-Bag – Final Word

Level 3 expert

There are good things here, but in my estimation, the bags need refinement before I would recommend them.

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BikeBike Rides

Level 1 expert

New ORTLIEB Bikepacking Gear! – Let’s Check It Out

Level 1 expert

[It has a] nice shape so your knees aren’t going to be banging into it even when you’re out of the saddle.

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Jezza Bikes

Level 1 expert

ORTLIEB Fuel Pack (Zippers or Magnets?)

Level 1 expert

The Fuel-Pack is bigger and has definitely the best solution when your bike lacks mounting points. I will stick with the bag from Restrap for now, especially because I managed to… use it with only one hand…

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Go Bike NZ with Janet

Level 1 expert

Top ORTLIEB Bike Bags for Specialized Diverge

Level 1 expert

The Fuel [Pack] is my favorite bag, and the reason I love it so much is [that] it’s very easy to open and close.

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Velomotion

Level 5 expert

Bikepacking Bags From ORTLIEB

Level 5 expert

ORTLIEB bags are clearly top-of-the-line and excel in terms of craftsmanship, durability, and everyday practicality. However, skillful handling of these bags requires some practice. Anyone willing to accept this will enjoy them for a long time.

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BiketourGlobal

Level 1 expert

Top on the Top Tube: Test Ride With the ORTLIEB Fuel-Pack

Level 1 expert

The ORTLIEB Fuel-Pack looks quite tidy on the bike and is an interesting offer to all who are looking for a top tube bag with volume, practical and secure closure, attachment via straps or bolt-on, and practical cable routing.

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GRAVELINGReview

Level 1 expert