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# Ortlieb Messenger Bag

by [Ortlieb](https://onebag.travel/carryons/?brands=Ortlieb)

Capacity 39 L

Weight 1.3 kg 2.9 lbs

Dimensions 50×39×15 cm 20×16×6 in

Airline fit 59 % of airlines

![Front facing view of the Ortlieb Messenger Bag](https://res.cloudinary.com/obt/image/upload/c_fill,w_400/v1631251459/carryons/Ortlieb_Messenger_Bag_h8mt8y.webp)

**Deeper stats**



<table class="table table-sm table-borderless" id="carryon-details-table"><tbody><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Litres of capacity per unit of pack weight — higher means you carry more for less.">Capacity-to-weight</span></td><td><span class="metric-value">30 L/kg</span> <span class="imperial-value">13.4 L/lb</span></td><td><span class="badge badge-success">High</span></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Total interior volume implied by the outer dimensions.">Cubic space</span></td><td><span class="metric-value">29.3 L</span> <span class="imperial-value">1920 in³</span></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Gap between the bag's outer volume and its rated capacity — lower packs more efficiently.">Rated vs. shell</span></td><td><span class="metric-value">-9 L</span><span class="imperial-value">-9 L</span></td><td><span class="badge badge-success">Low</span></td></tr></tbody></table>

**Airline Compatibility**

✈️ 59% (111/189)

This bag is within the published carry-on limit of 59% of the 189 airlines that publish one.

[Link to Manufacturer](https://www.ortlieb.com/en_us/messenger-bag+R2213)

## Our verdict

### Reasons to buy

-   Lightweight and really durable.
-   Completely waterproof.
-   Comfortable to use even for extended periods of time.

### Things to consider

-   Lacks organization.
-   It feels a bit bulky for people with a small frame.

## What reviewers said

-   "I use my bag almost daily as I wear it riding to and from work a 6 mile ride each way. I also dont have a problem with wearing it even if I dont have a huge load to haul around as mine is yellow and helps me be seen by traffic. Some may call it slightly obnoxious in size and color but I think its perfect to carry books, a change of clothes, netbook, and quick bike fixes."
-   "I've used at least eight bags for my 15-mile daily commute. This is the very best; even over Chrome. It is amazingly lightweight, remains positioned well on your back, and is cavernous in size. Consider getting yourself smaller bags to put delicate electronics like your iPod, phone, etc. inside the bag; else, it will likely get lost and or damaged shifting around during rides."
-   "This thing is basically a huge, waterproof sack; it has only a single cavernous compartment. I use it for hauling bulky loads, like groceries, and it will carry more than I care to put on my back. Stiff, closed-cell foam pads spaced evenly on the back provide adequate ventilation in warm weather and prevent any sharp objects inside the pack from causing discomfort. A wide waist belt, well-padded shoulder straps, and an adjustable sternum strap hold the pack securely on your back."

## Reviews from around the web

**Ortlieb Messenger Bag Review**
[www.londoncyclist.co.uk](https://www.londoncyclist.co.uk/ortlieb-messenger-bag-review/#:~:text=It's%20fully%20waterproof%2C%20it%20has,difficult%20to%20rip%20and%20tear.)

> This bag is a great option for those who don’t have a rack. It’s everything you would expect from a brand like Ortlieb – practical, understated and considered.

**The Lab: ORTLIEB Kuriertasche Review**
[enduro-mtb.com](https://enduro-mtb.com/en/ortlieb-messenger-bag-review/)

> Even after twelve months of strenuous daily use, our bag shows no signs of wear. If we wanted to be picky, we’d notice a tiny amount of wear on the edges of the folding closing system. Having said that, this doesn’t affect the waterproof qualities of the bag in the slightest. Definitely a perfect choice for anyone who needs a year-round, large-capacity backpack.

## Features

<table class="table table-sm  table-borderless" id="carryon-details-table"><tbody><tr><td colspan="2" class="border-bottom"><strong>Storage</strong></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a way to compress the contents to make them smaller?">Compression</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="If this carry-on expands, how much does it expand by?">Expanded Capacity</span></td><td><span>None</span></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="The type of opening does this carry-on travel backpack have in degrees.">Opening</span></td><td>Rolltop</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a dedicated passport holder?">Passport</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a pass-through opening so you can reach the main compartments without fully opening the bag?">Passthrough</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="border-bottom"><strong>Carry</strong></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this have backpack straps?">Backpack</span></td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a belt that goes around your hip to help support the weight of the bag?">Hip Belt</span></td><td>Removable</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry-on travel backpack have a strap that goes around your upper chest so help support the weight of the bag?">Sternum Strap</span></td><td>Removable</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="border-bottom"><strong>Inside</strong></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="What size laptop sleeve can this carry-on travel backpack fit?">Laptop</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="The number of main compartments this bag has.  Side and small compartments don't count.">Main Compartments</span></td><td>1</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does the main compartment of the carry-on travel backpack have features which help you organize?">Organizer</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2" class="border-bottom"><strong>Outside</strong></td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does the backpack have a hardshell component to protect your packed items?">Hard Shell</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Does this carry on have a rain-fly to protect it from the weather?">Rain-fly</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="The number of bottle holders this bag has">Water Bottle Holder</span></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><span class="underline" title="Is this carry-on travel backpack made with water resistant material?">Water Resistant</span></td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td colspan="2"><span class="underline" title="What type of material is this carry-on travel backpack made of?"><strong>Material:</strong></span><br>PD620, PS620C</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Fits the carry-on limits of 111 airlines

Adria Airways Aegean Airlines Aer Lingus Aeroflot Aeromexico Air Astana Air Baltic Air Canada Air Caraibes Air China Air Europa Air Koryo Air Malta Air New Zealand Air Nostrum Air Serbia Air Seychelles Air Tahiti Nui All Nipon Airways ANA Asiana Airlines ATA Airlines Atlas Global Austrian Azerbaijan Airlines Azul Airlines Azul Linhas Belavia Blue Air British Airways Brussels Airlines Bulgaria Air Caribbean Airlines China Eastern China Southern Croatia Air Cubana de Aviacion Czech Airlines EL AL Enter Air Ethiopian Airlines Etihad Airways Eurowings Fiji Airways Finnair Flair Air Frontier Airlines Gol Linhas Aereas Hainan Airlines Iberia Icelandair Interjet Iran Air Iran Aseman Air Island Air Japan Airlines Jet2 Juneyao Airlines Korean Air Kuwait Air LOT Polish Lufthansa Luxair Mahan Air Meridiana Fly Mesa Airlines Middle East Airlines Monarch Airlines Nordwind Airlines Norwegian Oman Air Onur Air Peach PenAir Philippine Airlines Porter Airlines Royal Air Morocco Royal Jordanian Ryanair S7 SAS Scandinavian Saudi Arabian Airlines Shandong Airlines Shenzhen Airlines Sichuan Airlines SilkAir Silver Airways Singapore Airlines Southwest Airlines SpiceJet Spirit Airlines Sun Country Sun Express Swiss Int'l Air Lines TAAG Angola TAM Airlines TAP Air Portugal TAROM Thai Airways Tianjin Airlines (A320 & E190) Travel Service Airlines TUI Turkish Airlines Ukraine International Ural Airlines Uzbekistan Air VIM Airlines (Closed) Virgin America Volotea WOW Airlines Xiamen

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