Name: ORTLIEB Rack Three
Brand: ORTLIEB
Rating: 77 (64 reviews)

77/100

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Users (59 ratings)

Experts (1 review)

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Facts

Rack Type

Cargo, Rear Cargo

Brand

ORTLIEB

Weight Capacity

66.1 lb

Fits Wheel Sizes

26″, 28″, 29", 700c

Disc Brake-Compatible

Yes

Weight

1.85 lb

Material

Aluminum

Summary of Reviews

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

5 reasons to buy

Experts and most buyers say the Rack Three feels solid, and they express confidence in its durability.
Buyers appreciate the simple installation.
The Rack Three accepts a MIK adapter.
The load capacity is 66.1lb, which is high considering it isn’t axle-mounted.
OTRLIEB offers a five-year warranty on the Rack Three.

5 reasons not to buy

The Rack Three only comes with screws for M5 eyelets. Screws for M6 eyelets must be purchased separately.
ORTLIEB provides no product dimensions or information about compatibility.
Disc brake compatibility varies, and there’s no way to determine it before purchase, and several buyers find the mounting stays too short.
The upper pannier mounting tube cracks after seven months of use for one owner, but the cause is unknown.
Three buyers report that locking head mount screws arrive damaged, making them difficult to remove.

Bottom line

The ORTLIEB Rack Three is a cargo rack with a generous 66lb load capacity. It fits frames with M5 eyelets as sold. Frames with M6 eyelets require the purchase of appropriate screws. Installation is easy, and the top accepts a MIK adapter. Unfortunately, the short mounting stays may not fit some frames, and disc brake compatibility varies. Several receive faulty screws, and one reports a cracked tube after seven months. Overall, the fitting issues cause some experts and owners to look elsewhere, but others recognize how handy the ORTLIEB Rack Three is when using the brand’s QL panniers.

Expert Reviews

70/100 based on 1 rated expert review

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Road.cc

Level 5 expert

ORTLIEB Rack 3 Pannier Rack

Level 5 expert

Good overall; if you’re just using QL3 bags, then it’s worth an 8 as it’s the ideal rack for them, but most people will carry a wider range of luggage over time.

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jazda - kolarstwo przygodowe

Level 1 expert

ORTLIEB Rack Three, Pros and Cons After Testing [Polish]

Level 1 expert

As you can see, the rack tubes are really solid, thick, well-made, [and] well-welded… I think this rack will last for quite a few years.

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outdoortest.info

Level 1 expert

ORTLIEB Rack Three [German]

Level 1 expert

I was pleasantly surprised by the Ortlieb Rack Three luggage rack. It was quick and easy to install. It works perfectly as a single unit with the bag I also tested.

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