- The bag sits well on the bike and is waterproof. It can be opened and closed quickly. Its volume is also variable and the carrier system is lockable.
- The bag with the carrier clamps presses on the back and releasing the rucksack straps with screw carabiners is awkward. The small cover flap for the carrier clamps dangles around when the bag is attached to the carrier.
Ortlieb offers the best overall package of flexibility, comfort and robustness with the Vario. It has everything you need for both purposes. And with the best workmanship. However, I think beautiful is different. An alternative is the differently designed but almost functionally identical Transformer from Vaude...


