The quantity of pleasure that I had for the brand new Outdated Man Mountain basket that I teased about final yr, may be thought of a bit “loopy”. However in case you learn any of my stuff, you already know that I really like the utility of a motorbike with a basket on it, and Outdated Man Mountian’s new aluminum basket appears to be like superior.
However, upon visiting Outdated Man Mountain’s sales space on the Sea Otter Traditional final week, I used to be excited to see another new bikepacking-specific panniers, a trunk bag, a headlight mount, and a pizza rack added to the “new issues to see” checklist.
The Ponderosa Panniers
These panniers are effectively thought out and purpose-built for some critical journey. To begin, they’re 100% waterproof utilizing TPU material with welded seams and Hypalon reinforcements.
They use camming velcro straps that loop via the rack to assist maintain your pannier tight to the rack. All the Ponderosa Panniers compression straps are replaceable and simple to swap out if want be.
On the within of the pannier, the facet subsequent to the rack, you’ll see that there’s the standard body sheet. However, on the entrance facet of the pannier, there’s one other body sheet. This second one helps the bag compress evenly to provide the slimmest profile bag attainable with what you might be carrying.
One factor I observed, and am an enormous fan of, is the brand new pannier’s delicate branding. The Outdated Man Mountian brand is on a patch that may be utterly eliminated in case you like, leaving room for the patch of your selection.
Ponderosa Pannier Options
- 13 Liter capability per pannier
- Totally welded and waterproof development
- Twin body sheets; back and front of the bag
- Roll prime enclosure (safe down the facet or to itself on the prime)
- Detachable and replaceable straps
- Minimal branding on velcro patches
- Decrease attachment/compression strap stays underneath load to forestall the flapping of the bag
- Hypalon reinforcements in any respect attachment factors which can be abrasion resistant
- Clip mild slots on again
- Light-weight (0.8096 lbs)
- Nice fitment on all racks designed for panniers (excellent on OMM pannier racks)
- Out there in June or July ’23
Juniper Trunk
This distinctive rear (or entrance) bag can also be equipped for some adventuring. It makes use of the identical 100% waterproof development because the Ponderosa Pannier. It makes use of TPU material and welded seams with Hypalon reinforcements.
The Juniper Trunk is held in place on the highest of your rack with 4 cam lock strapped buckle, so it stays placed on the tough stuff. It’s bought a water-resistant zipper pocket on the surface and a roll-top predominant closure.
Once more, Outdated Man Mountian makes use of the identical branding as on the Ponderosa Panniers, with minimal banded velcro patches.
Juniper Trunk Options
- 10 Liter capability per bag
- Totally welded and waterproof development
- Roll prime enclosure
- Waterproof zipper pocket on the surface
- Minimal branding on velcro patches
- Hypalon reinforcements in any respect attachment factors which can be abrasion resistant
- Clip mild slots on again
- Nice fitment on all racks with a deck (excellent on OMM pannier racks)
- Out there in June or July ’23
The OMM Basket
This aluminum basket is hardy. It’s powder-coated black and appears very rugged. Although it appears to be like tremendous powerful, Outdated Man Mountain says that it’s nonetheless lighter than the alternate options.
The OMM Basket is made to be bolted on to Outdated Man Mountian racks to remove any rattling or chatter. The Basket is Molle suitable permitting for the attachment of your fave accent pouches.
The OMM Basket is designed purposefully within the measurement of the uber-popular Wald 137 basket, making it suitable with the entire basket luggage in the marketplace designed to suit the Wald 137.
If you happen to haven’t tried “basket packing” or had been considering of operating a rack and basket in your bike, the OMM Basket can be an important place to start out.
OMM Basket Options
- Stamped and welded aluminum development is corrosion proof
- Molle suitable
- Appropriate with all “137” basket luggage
- Bolts on to OMM racks
- {Hardware} included for attaching to all present OMM racks
- Sturdy black powder-coated
- Weight 499 grams 17.6 oz
- Backed by Outdated Man Mountain’s Lifetime guarantee
- Retail: $80 (obtainable in June or July ’23)
The Outdated Man Mountian Headlight Mount
This small unsuspecting little piece of 6061 aluminum gear is immensely helpful. The OMM Headlight Mount is purposely wider than related choices from different element manufacturers.
The additional width helps accommodate bigger and wider lights. The mounting gap is large enough to suit a 6mm screw via it making it a snap to mount seamlessly onto OMM racks.
OMM Headlight Mount
- Suits all OMM racks: Divide, Elkhorn, Pizza Rack, and Traditional Racks
- Will probably match different model bike racks
- Manufactured from 6061 aluminum
- Powder-coated black
- Longer than alternate options to suit bigger lights
- Comes with 5mm and 6mm {hardware}
- Retail $20 on backorder
The OMM Headlight Mount is obtainable now, though the location says”on backorder”. All different above merchandise can be obtainable in June or July ’23. Go to the hyperlink under to join their publication to get a heads-up after they’re in inventory.
