Hey, I did not mean to imply in any way that if you don't get what I like, you'll be ruining your life. If you look at the Ortlieb and decide it's not for you, who am I to say? If you find something that suits you well, then great. I'm jes' sayin', Ortliebs aren't overpriced according to their customers. This kind of thing really is a small deal in the big picture of life. Buy what you need and like.

I think these are things that might be worth paying the premium that comes with handling things in a shop and listening to any advice the salesperson offers. You can buy in more confidence and get something that's right for you.