Krieger R35

[RavenR44]

Not wishing to appear too iggerant, I'm kicking off this thread on the pretence that I've done much searching and investigating and have found what looks like the ace backpack for my needs, namely the unit referenced in the title of said thread. That was quite a long sentence. I'll try not to do that again.

Any-who, I was hoping some knowledgeable KBer will be in possession of the skinny as to where I might look at one in the flesh, or at least, buy one in these fair isles.

Anyone? :whistle:

Ta and happy trails,
Andy.

Pee Ess... If anyone's intrigued, or even mildly disinterested, the link is below.
http://www.kriega.com/pages_australia/r35/R35frameset.html

(Haven't figured the BBS code shiznit for doing fancy URL embeddings in selected words. But I promise that by the end of the decade I'll have it sussed. Thanks in advance for your patience.)

[vifferman]

Amazingly (or perhaps not :confused:) Googley didn't turn up anything.

[RavenR44]

Amazingly (or perhaps not :confused:) Googley didn't turn up anything.

Yeah. Tried that, but assumed that My Friend Googles doesn't know everything and hope that some nice person here does.

And speaking of nice persons, that Crazyhorse blokette is a bit of a babe.

Phwoaaaah...

[Takes bromide pill and pops under a chilly shower] :sweatdrop

[RavenR44]

The deafening silence implies the worst - I shall have to buy online from Oar-Stryl-Ya, sight unseen then. Seems they have a realistic return policy at any rate so can't be all bad.

I'll construct a mini review, minus any hint of flippancy naturally, once received and tried, in the event that it's of interest to others at KB. A good backpack can be a wonderous thing.

Cheers.
Andy.

[carbonhed]

I've got an R25. Tis excellent and very comfortable because it's not dragging on your shoulders and neck. A smidgen too small for a weekend away and expensive. I got mine straight from the UK.

Ill probably get an R35. Had to leave my rainsuit behind on the last trip around the East Cape... and it rained. :mad:

[racerhead]

Ive used an r25 for the past few months and have done around 10,000kms on the bike with it and they are a great product. Barely even notice it on your back and its amazing how strong the zips are because Ive had mine wedged with clothes and all sorts without a problem

[RavenR44]

I've got an R25. Tis excellent and very comfortable because it's not dragging on your shoulders and neck. A smidgen too small for a weekend away and expensive. I got mine straight from the UK.

Ill probably get an R35. Had to leave my rainsuit behind on the last trip around the East Cape... and it rained. :mad:

Great stuff - except the raining thing of course :) - many thanks for your reply. They're bloody expensive but they carry a 10 year warranty so I'm thinking that's a good trade-off.

I'll let you know how the buying from Oz process goes if you're interested.

Thanks for the feedback.

Cheers,
Andy.

[RavenR44]

Ive used an r25 for the past few months and have done around 10,000kms on the bike with it and they are a great product. Barely even notice it on your back and its amazing how strong the zips are because Ive had mine wedged with clothes and all sorts without a problem

Coolio. I read a bunch of reviews online and they agree with your take on the comfort of the pack - the strap system seems to take the load off the shoulders and as you point out, you're not really aware you're wearing a backpack. I sure hope it's true, but real world experience from the likes of yourself is as valuable as any other source.

So thanks for replying. Appreciate it and I'll post about the purchasing process via Oz if you're interested.

Cheers,
Andy.

[Quasievil]

Another option, computer laptop bag, visor bag helmet holder ergonomic etc etc............there are a few reviews on here which are all good.


http://www.quasimoto.co.nz/products/knox-accessories/knox-sixpack-rucksack

[ital916]

Another option, computer laptop bag, visor bag helmet holder ergonomic etc etc............there are a few reviews on here which are all good.


http://www.quasimoto.co.nz/products/knox-accessories/knox-sixpack-rucksack

Does the bag have a harness system like the kriega gear. The biggest complaint from riders I meet is the straps cutting in and placing a lot of stress on shoulders and under arms. If it does have a harness system then that looks like an epicially good back pack.

Oh and whats that stowaway roll up back protector like?

[RavenR44]

Another option, computer laptop bag, visor bag helmet holder ergonomic etc etc............there are a few reviews on here which are all good.


http://www.quasimoto.co.nz/products/knox-accessories/knox-sixpack-rucksack

Ta for the link. I'll check 'em out. :)

Cheers,
Andy.

[ttrkiwi]

I have a US20, 2 x US10's and a R20 Back pack and can't rate them highly enough.

Can pack all my gear away for extended trips and so far bullet proof. Yes maybe a tad expensive but well worth the money...

[slofox]

I have a backpack that cost me just over one tenth of that price - Orstrayyan I think - Hot Chili maybe or summat?

Very secure, very comfortable, waterproof. Why spend more?

[RavenR44]

I have a US20, 2 x US10's and a R20 Back pack and can't rate them highly enough.

Can pack all my gear away for extended trips and so far bullet proof. Yes maybe a tad expensive but well worth the money...

Thanks for the feedback ttrkiwi.

Cheers.

[RavenR44]

I have a backpack that cost me just over one tenth of that price - Orstasyyan I think - Hot Chili maybe or summat?

Very secure, very comfortable, waterproof. Why spend more?

I shall have a peek on the innertubes to check it out.

Thanks for the suggestion slofox.