Originally Posted by
Losligato
Having done two extended tours in a lot of rain I too can attest to the absolute waterproofness of Ortlieb handlebar bags... and panniers without any seeping. We plan to use them again.
Ortlieb seems to spend a lot of energy improving their handlebar bag in particular. They are on the 5th iteration. Personally I tilted my bag higher in front, giving me a dashboard effect so I didn't have to look all the way down to check the map.
In my opinion people drink the Orlieb kool-aid for good reason.
How are the zippers on the latest models of the Ortliebs? I read in a couple of journals that they can a be a bit sticky. Also, how high is the top of the bag in relation to the handlebar? Thanks.