Reviews

Ride
November 2005

Kriega Helmet Skins

These neoprene bags envelope your lid and give you a carrying handle and strap. Kinky, clever and cool.


Ride July 2000
KRUG R35 RUCKSACK Price: £85. Tested by: Tim Thompson, editor. Miles so far:1400	Tested
"ABOUT time, I reckon; a rucksack designed and built for motorcyclists."
The Krug looks like a parachute, mind, using an industrial-strength, heavily-padded, load-spreading, four point harness, brought together by an equally industrial YKK zip, unzipped, the harness opens right out so the usual battle to hook the second strap over your elbow armour, the one that eventually ends with the sound of tearing strap nylon, is already won. The Krug slides over clobber. Chunky strap adjusters, easily grasped and operated by winter gloves, take up the slack and tie the load tight to your body.
The second wonder is the way weight disappears, and stays disappeared, when it's on your back. The manufacturers call it load stability, I call it a revelation; the deeply padded, spine shaped bag moulds to your back, you simply do not notice it, ever.
Four quick-release compression straps plus a bungee flatten the Krug to stop small loads jiggling about, or open out to accept an unreasonable amount of abuse. The main 35 litre hold is big enough for laptops and civvy clothes for we grafting commuter types, or decent weekend for skivers.
The rip-stop nylon construction is not waterproof, but a supplied inner bag is. There are loads of pockets, so festering socks can be safely isolated from the shopping - plus two money pouches in the front of the harness. Black only, lots of reflective bits, nothing fiddly, gimmicky, flapping or irritating.
The straps can restrict rear observations, especially on bikes with low bars, and the harness may prove hot on balmy July days. But who cares? I have spent years looking out for a proper bike rucksack with the chunky build quality of top outdoor kit, and so far, 1400 miles up, this is the fella.
Verdict so far: the first proper rucksack for motorcyclists.

RiDE Jan/Feb 2004

USED FOR TWO-AND-A-HALF YEARS KRUG R25 RUCKSACK:
"In a job where I ride tens of thousands of miles every year, this rucksack has endured where others have failed or been consigned to the back of the closet. Despite 30,000+ miles in all weathers and several on and off-road crashes, it's still pulling its weight almost daily. It's stitched together from rip-stop nylon and Cordura and, thanks to its unique harness system and some clever anti-slip material, holds in place with all-day comfort. You can stuff its 25-litre capacity absolutely jam-full of stuff and it still feels right, with well-padded, easy-to-adjust straps. Extra straps stop excess material flapping around and there are neat touches including an outer zipped pocket, a high-viz reflective patch, good water resistance and a document pouch. It's all backed by a 10-year guarantee. Dave Batchelor Verdict: Brilliant

RiDE
March 2007

Kriega R25 rucksack:

Looks like a parachute and this one doesn’t quite have enough capacity for a weekend away (you can buy bigger ones). But I’m willing to compromise because it’s so comfy to wear, well built enough to survive 18 months of daily and weekend (ab)use and so far it’s been waterproof. But the best thing by far about this rucksack is the way it fastens across your chest and distributes the weight evenly, which makes it easy to fasten, easy to wear on a sportsbike without scratching your tank and less tiring on a long journey.

Steve Rose

RiDE
Oct 2006

Kriega US-10:

This is perfect for those looking for a smaller tailpack. The US-10 takes top marks in every area apart from capacity. Despite its relatively small volume it can still swallow a change of clothes, washbag and small map. When attached to our bikes it was barely noticeable and at £30 the price is impressive. It collects a recommended triangle for those who value stability over capacity.

Capacity 2/5, Showerproof 5/5, stability 5/5, fitting 5/5

Verdict

….it’s perfect for those riders who are looking for a smaller tailpack.


	BIKE May 2000 "Scare the hell out of security guards who think you're a base-jumper with this rucksack that looks like a parachute. 35-litre capacity, (Bike) magazine pocket and waterproof liner. Front strapping has pockets for mobiles, loose change, etc. Clever, clever stuff."

BIKE
February 2002

Hugo Wilson

…. I dismissed the Krug backpack as a fashion item when I first saw one. Now I'm a convert. It's the most comfortable sack I've ever worn and although Krug doesn't claim 100% waterproof, the contents have survived a couple of long rides through torrential conditions…..

BIKE
January 2004

Tim Thompson

The Best Of Everything

21 - A GOOD RUCKSACK covers your back:

A good rucksack is so important to your well being but so very hard to find. When you finally capture one that doesn't burst its straps on the Autoroute, soak up water like a 35 litre sponge or cut the circulation to your arms, one that takes repeated overloading without derailing a zip, slips easily over body armour and goes unnoticed on your back for mile after mile…. guard it with your life. Everyone has their favourite - it's hard to be objective about a close friend - but the Krug (now Kriega) R35 was the one that moved bike sacks into a different class.

BIKE
April 2007 – Martin Fitz-Gibbons

Kriega R25:

You might think £80 is a bit steep for a bag, but there really is a difference. Having worn a few different backpacks on bikes almost every day since carrying my pencil cases to school, this Kriega is the best. Keeps its 25 litres of contents dry and the chest straps distribute the bag’s weight better, easing back pain. The buckles even survived a fast crash last year. There’s an even bigger 35-litre version available too.

Rating * * * * *

BIKE
April 2007

Kriega R3

Tested: Chippy Wood, photographer.

Why did you get it? To hold valuables on trail rides and the odd enduro. I went for the Kriega one because it’s waterproof and is big enough to take my wallet, phone and a few essential tools.

Best Feature: It’s comfortable, I reckon it’s stylish and it has a ten-year warranty.

Worst Feature: It’s not quite big enough to take tools for changing and repairing tyres – but then it’s not meant for that. Kriega also do bigger packs if you really want more capacity.

Rating: * * * * *


BIKING TIMES Volume 1 Issue 4 "... a superbly put-together bikes rucksack ... impressively sturdy ... "


MOTORCYCLE SPORT & LEISURE August 2001 "'.........After 7000 miles, I'm convinced that this is one sorted sack. It's completely comfortable, has pockets galore, and is built with an obsessive attention to detail. Recommended.....' Olly Metherell, Assistant Editor September 2000 "Top of the range 35 litre motorcycle rucksack from a new brand called Krug. Up to the minute design which grips which grips like a limpet. Swallows a full-face lid and has features aplenty, including; Zip entry harness, High visibility front & back, internal A4 folder pocket, removable 100% waterproof internal liner. Guaranteed for 10 years."

BIKER

November 2001

KRUG R25 MOTORCYLE RUCKSACK
Tested by: Phil Smith

A rucksack's a rucksack, right? - Wrong! Back in February, Adam tested the First offering from Krug, the R35, and found that the claims of a true biker's rucksack were true. However, due to the R35's large chest fastening system, it's use off the bike was limited.

It comes as no surprise then, to find that the latest addition to the Krug range, the R25, comprises all the best features of the R35, and the practicality of being able to use it off the bike too. It's obvious from the name that the R25 is 10 litres smaller than the R35, but it's just as practical, featuring a smaller, less cumbersome Quadloc fastening/harness system.

Other features that make the rucksack motorcycle-friendly are the multi-point Compression straps, that effectively reduce the size of the bag to suit the load and eliminate flapping, a high degree of comfort from the airmesh harness and a combination of soft and hard padding. Toughtek fabric grips the bag firmly in place, reflective fabric on the front and back keeps it visible on the road, and finally, due to the design of the bag and harness, the load is effectively transferred from the shoulders to the waist. This means that you can hardly tell you've got it on.

Krug have also designed the bag to be as aerodynamic as a fabric rucksack can be, by utilising such things as zip flaps, which also helps the bag keep water out. Although the fabric used is 100% waterproof, Krug are keen to point out that due to the fact that the bag is sewn together, there are thousands of tiny punctures from the machine. Consequently, in heavy rain, some moisture will eventually soak through. Therefore they offer a 100% waterproof liner as an optional extra. Can't say fairer than that, guv.

+ POINTS		All the above features make it the best biking rucksack currently available.
- POINTS		Need some colour options.

OVERALL SCORE - 99%

January - February 2001

Review - KRUG MOTORCYLE RUCKSACK
Tested by: Adam Child

... practical, unique, safe and capacious, this Krug rucksack is the business.

... sometimes writing about a product you've tested is a pain in the arse. You try scribbling 100 words on some valve caps or tyre polish and stop after twenty; however, this one was easy. If you want the perfect motorcycle rucksack, look no further. There is enough room to pack all you need for a long weekend ... The unique zip entry harness ... feels a bit strange at first, but on the move you realise just how effective it is - it feels secure as well as comfortable. With some rucksacks your back-mounted luggage starts to get a bit frisky when you start to get a bit aggressive with the bike, but with the Krug you can forget it's there ...

MOTORCYCLE VOYAGER
Issue 12, 2004

Kriega R3 Wasitpack

Oh yes, we love this Sir. It's essentially a high-spec bum bag designed specifically for bikers and is packed full of useful detailing. For example, the Rhinotek material used on the cover flap not only looks good but is highly abrasion resistant. The R3 also has an impressive three-litre capacity, with a main compartment that's totally waterproof thanks to a tape-seamed liner and roll-over closure. It even comes with its own tool wallet (though no tools) and a SIGG water bottle attachment ring. Importantly, once fitted there are no loose straps. Also the waist belt is well padded and covered in non-slip material, so the pack won't move about even in the wet. This is a stylish bit of kit that oozes quality and well worth the money.

MOTORCYCLE NEWS	LONG TERM TEST
7th November, 2001

Krug R25 Rucksack
I wish there was a better way of testing the toughness of my kit than crashing in it. I managed to dump a Honda Blackbird at 60 mph on the road and was lucky to walk away without a scratch.
The bike was a mess, but even though I'd flown through the air and rolled through a handily-placed gravel trap wearing a rucksack, I was shaken, but unstirred. Fortunately, I even managed to have clean underwear that evening at our hotel. Not just because I'm a man of steel, but because my rucksack didn't explode as it bit the dust.
How come? Because the bag on my back was a Krug R25, one of the roughest, toughest and yet most comfortable rucksacks money can buy. Looking more like an SAS parachute harness than a conventional rucksack,the R25's tough looks are backed up by a near bomb-proof construction. Ripstop nylon and Kevlar provide a tough outer weave around its 25-litre capacity, while a four-point buckle system fastens across the chest and keeps it tight to your body. A grippy material also prevents the R25 from sliding around once in place.
Add a built-in back protector and you quickly realise that this isn't any normal rucksack. Krug has designed the R25 and its bigger brother, the R35 (with a 35-litre capacity), exclusively for motorcyclists and this narrow focus pays dividends in terms of outright strength and ergonomic design.
They may sound Germanic, but Krug are actually a British design team, and they're so convinced of the soundness of their product they back it up with a 10-year guarantee against material or manufacturing failures.
Though no longer in showroom condition, the R25 is still serviceable, albeit with a small tear (though not along a seam) in the top flap.

DAVE BATCHELOR'S VERDICT: 98%

TEST DIARY

JUL '01 I bought the R25 purely because of its appearance, but I quickly discover it's far from being the bimbo of the rucksack world. With great comfort, good back protection and plenty of carrying capacity, it offers much more than just great looks.

AUG '01 It looks a bit secondhand after the crash so non-bikers may well turn their nose up at it. But I don't care those in the know can still tell it's a quality item.

OCT '01 Even though it's torn, I'm quite happy to hang on to it - well, until my next crash, anyway. It still performs better than many other rucksacks when they're undamaged.

MOTORCYCLE NEWS	LONG TERM TEST
6th December, 2000

Krug R35 Rucksack
'Bag one for yourself'
It was the moment my cargo net burst open and sent my undies floating across the lane of the M1 that I vowed to invest in some new luggage.
A visit to Marks and spencer quickly replenished my depleted underwear drawer, but the mental damage had been done - I couldn't trust cargo nets again.
A tank bag seemed the next logical option, but stories about scratched paintwork turned me off those too. No, the only thing which could put my mind at rest was a rucksack.
When you're investing in such kit it's important to look for one of the many new products designed specifically for riders. There are so many sacks out there designed for everyone from mountaineers to schoolgirls that you're best going to a motorcycle dealer to see what they can offer.
That's what I did, and I came home with Krug's R35. It looks and feels more like a base-jumpers parachute pack, but it's really comfortable and practical.
The shoulder straps are thickly padded, as is the built-in back padding, and all are lined with Toughtek grip fabric which helps keep the pack firmly in place. With the harness system loosened, the rucksack easily slips over leathers or a riding jacket.
The straps are secured via a four-point harness, and once in place the sack feels secure at most speeds.
Rain is no problem, either. Krug have been making mountaineering sacks for over 12 years, so it knows how to combat the weather. I can substantiate the firms claim that the Krug is waterproof. And just in case any rain does seep through a seam or zip, everything inside is contained in a separate waterproof liner.
Gripes? Only one. The chest protector can catch the bottom of your helmet when you're tucked in. But I can put up with it for the benefits I get in return.

JIM YEARDLY'S VERDICT: 94% A SACK OF GOLD

TEST DIARY

APRIL '00 It takes a while to set the adjustments to suit, but once done you don't need to touch the straps again. Instantly proves its worth, carrying my laptop and papers on the 60-mile commute to work.

JUNE '00 The first big test is a 3000-mile trip to the Alps. It swallows all my gear for three days and with the adjustable side straps holding it in place the bag hardly catches the wind.

SEPT '00 By now it's covered more than 7000 miles in all sorts of weather. The seams are all in tact, the material doesn't look too shabby and the rain has yet to get through to the contents.

NOV '00 The sacks' versatility is well known in the office, and now everyone wants to borrow it. My response? "Get your own."

LONDON BIKER

March 2003

Antony Loveless

KRIEGA R25 RUCKSACK

Searched for a rucksack and wondered why you couldn't find one that was made properly? One that feels like it will last , carries the load properly and looks cool too? If you haven't got one of these, get out now and buy one. It's far and away the best rucksack I've ever had. Looking like a base-jumper's parachute harness, the shoulder straps and back are thickly padded and lined with Toughtek grip fabric to keep the pack firmly in place. With the harness system loosened, the rucksack easily slips over your clobber and chunky strap adjusters take up the slack, tying the load tight to your body. The weight disappears when it's on your back - Kriega call it load stability and it transfers the load away from your shoulders and on to your chest. Although 100% waterproof, moisture can seep in where the bag is sewn together so the R25 comes with a waterproof liner* which is waterproof. The 25L capacity is ample for commuting, can swallow a laptop and is expandable to 35 litres with the addition of a 10 litre US-10 which retro fits to the pack. Built only from the highest quality components, Kriega rucksacks are designed specifically for motorcyclists both in terms of features and performance. I can't recommend this highly enough.

LONDON BIKER
April 2003

PARASITIC LUGGAGE

We love this piece of kit. It's made by Kriega, the people whose rucksack we reviewed last month and it's designed to retro fit onto that - and the company's larger, 35 litre model - increasing capacity instantly by a further 10 litres. They call it the US-10. It's 100% waterproof and the roll-over closure offers total weather/dirt protection to whichever important items you've got stashed inside. Top quality construction from the best materials should reassure you and gives Kriega the confidence to put their money where their mouth is and offer a 10 year product guarantee. The liner is fully removable and washable and the best bit is that if you're short on space but don't have a lot to carry, it doubles as a stand alone tail/fender pack. The none-slip Toughtek base and multi-point attachment ensures it fits any style of bike and there's a race-rep seat pad fitting kit available too.

TBM
APRIL 2006

FLUID MOVEMENT

There's hydro packs... and then there's the Hydro 3 pack from Kriega. Put simply, this is the undisputed Daddy of hydration. The high quality workmanship and attention to detail are second to none. With a fully adjustable harness system using 5mm thick air-flow fabric straps (including an upper chest strap that pivots to allow for movement), water resistant zips, carry handle, 3L capacity SOURCE bladder (with insulated hose) and generous 1L main storage pocket, it's ideal for both trail and enduro use. And with its subtle styling and relatively light (809g) we reckon it's the best hydration pack we've seen in ages.

And if you need storage - easily attachable to the Hydro-3's front (or available as a stand-alone strap-on rear fender pack) is the US-5 bag. Made from a hardwearing mix of Rhinotek cordura and nylon ripstock, both products come with a ten-year material guarantee - the Hydro-3 is £55.00 and the US-5 is £25.00, but there's a £5.00 discount if they are bought together.

TBM
JULY 2004

BAG TO THE FUTURE

Whether you're out on the lanes or competing in an enduro, a bumbag is an invaluable piece of kit. Holding tools, tubes, Mars bars and other dirt bike necessities, it can help save you from a DNF or a long walk home.
Kriega have a well-desevered reputation for quality bags, and the R3 is their latest waist pack. We've been testing one for a couple of months now and it's proved to be a great piece of kit. The three-litre capacity has been pretty handy, swalling plenty of those dirt bike essentials and the waterproof main compartment has kept our spare gloves nice and dry.
Whilst it comes with a separate tool wallet (which lives in its own compartment), it is a little small, so you have to choose your tools carefully. But it does contain a separate zip-up pocket for all those little bits which would otherwise roll around in the bottom of the bag. Just don't forget to put it back in the pack when you've finished.
The flap which covers the body of the pack comes with another zip-up compartment, big enough for keys and a phone, or the Ed's bulging wallet.
Thanks to plenty of padding around the waist-band and back panel, the Kriega is remarkably comfortable. Once the combined compression / waist straps have been tightened (with those beautiful trademark CNC buckles) you're hard pressed to know that you're wearing it, especially as the contents are kept firmly in place with the compression straps. Compact and unobtrusive, we like that.
The Kriega has an understated look, with a defibite air of quality about it. It's well-made, nicely detailed, and whilst it may not have all the features of a dedicated enduro bumbag it should certainly stand the test of time and the rigours of off-road use. What's more, the R3 comes with a ten year guarantee and costs a not unreasonable £45 (including p&p).

TBM Issue 130 June 2006

Kriega R8 waistpack:

The R8 is the latest waistpack from British ‘bike-bag’ company Kriega, and unlike the R3 and R11 before it, this one’s been designed with a definite off-road bias. Total capacity is eight litre (two litres in the removable, waterproof ‘side-pod’ and six in the main pack), with a handy removable tool roll.
Like all Kriega products the standard of build has to be seen to be believed. We like the sealed zips, main compartment with top and side access, multi pockets, comfy fit with plenty of padding, and quick adjusters. But most of all we like the design and the fact that it’s been built to last using seriously tough materials

Recommended

TBM Issue 83 July 2002

Kriega R11 Bum-Bag

The company formerly known as Krug sent us their latest product, the R11 waist pack. We know that many of you ride with a bum bag for tools, tubes or sarnies, but Kriega have taken this to a new level.

The finish is really top notch, we really can't fault it. The round alloy buckles are works of art, and the waist strap super efficient to use. Heavily padded the back panel also comes with a rubber coating to keep the pack from slipping on the move. This panel also contains plastic plates which, when combined with the padding, offers the wearer protection from the contents. A particularly useful feature, which should offer some comfort to the perennial crashers who carry tools in their bag.

The main compartment is 100% waterproof (thanks to a thick removable waterproof lining) and unfolds out from the pack. Snap buckles keep it in place, whilst a compression strap holds both it and the outer panel tight. Though the R11 has a huge main compartment, it is slightly lacking in smaller pockets. there are two external pockets and a zipped pocket, with elastic loops to hold small tools in the outer panel.

Our main reservation about a waist pack with such a large carrying capacity such as this is that it's only supported by the waist strap.* In an off road environment, where you are constantly moving around on the bike, the pack is likely to bounce up and down quite a bit. It seems to us therefore that the R11 is slightly more road biased, and perhaps better suited to big trailie owners who stick predominantly to the gentler trails.

With nicely stitched logos and reflective strips, the R11 is certainly a quality piece of kit.

MotoX
March 2007

Kriega Hydro-3 Hydration backpack

….Not having worn a camelback before there were some initial concerns about comfort or manoeuvrability being compromised due to the harness, but once it’s slung onto your back you hardly notice it’s there. It’s lightweight obviously helps: even when completely full the Hydro-3 weighs a fraction under 4 kilos and the compact and functional design resembles something that the SAS might use on operations; it’s clearly very well made and has no superfluous dangly bits that might add weight or get caught in the trees while you’re hacking around the trails.
The tough, waterproof nylon outer-bag features a single side access pocket, very handy for stashing things like a mobile phone, car keys or cash cards, to avoid them getting lost or stolen while you’re out on the circuit; an elasticated bungee-type strap can secure a few extra emergency bits too, just in case……..

…The bottom line is that you’d be crazy to ignore a camelback if you intend to do any extended off-road riding. And, if you’re into serious riding where you rely on good quality kit, then the Hydro-3 is very highly recommended. It is one serious piece of well designed equipment that oozes quality(not leaked fluid!) from every pore.

TWO
January 2006

Kriega Skins

Not fetish gimp masks but 'Neoskin' (stretchy neoprene to you and I) helmet bags from Kriega, the rucksack people. Pictures don't do them justice: touch them, smell them, rub them against your face. Come in road or off-road sizes.

TWO
May 2004

Tim Dickson

Kriega Stash travel wallet:

The Stash is a rugged, all-purpose, action/adventure travel wallet from kriega, the rucksack people. With a 0.5 litre capacity, it's a bit big for everyday use but perfect for trips abroad. It's got a labyrinthine network of compartments, including a zip-up passport and three credit card holders, plus a pen holder that takes one of those ball-points you get down the betting shop.
Made from Dupont Cordura and sold with a 10-year guarantee, the Stash feels indestructible. It comes with a removable rain cover and it's designed to fit neatly inside or securely attach onto various other items in kriega's range of top-drawer stuff.

PERFORMANCE BIKES
March 2006

IN THIS WE TRUST: Kriega R25

Brit-based Kriega make the best rucksacks in the world without question. Pricey but indestructable.

April 2006

IN THIS WE TRUST: Kriega R35

I carry my world plus a packed lunch in a prototype Krug R35, a pre-production version of the rucksack that became the Kriega. I've used this over 2000 times and it almost needs a new zip, or might do in a couple of years time. Quality: find it then cling to it.

Aug 2006

IN THIS WE TRUST: Kriega R3

To call this a bumbag would be like calling Rossi’s M1 a ‘motorised push bike’. It’s totally waterproof and childproof, but the roll-top can be tricky to master. It’s so unobtrusive you forget it’s there. Every five minutes you have to pat it, just to check.

June 2004

Get into the sack!
Kriega R25

This gets the PB thumbs up, it's what all good biker rucksacks should be. Spacious, waterproof, easy to put on, well padded and stylish - with double locking clips and multiple points of adjustment. And the whole thing is beautifully made - the only niggle being the lack of side pockets to go with the secondary hump.

Capacity: six stoats, two hares and a small ferret

FAST BIKES
November 2006

CARE BARE: SACKED AT LAST

This is unquestionably the best bike specific rucksack (R25) I've ever used. The Quadloc system is so simple that even Pete understands it, and it spreads the load incredibly well. At high speed the bag doesn't flap thanks to compression straps, and after 18 months its still structurally sound.

MOTORCYCLE RACER
Janurary 2006

Kriega Helmet bag

It may look like something you'd find in an S&M club (ahem, apparently), but this latest product from top rucksack maker, Kriega is superb. It stretches to fit any size of helmet and the soft interior keeps your lid and visor scratch free. Alternatively, cut eye holes in it and scare the children.


CANADIAN MOTORCYCLE GUIDE comparative review Kriega R25 & Bloblbee

August 2003
Words - Ronn Moffatt
Photos- Richard Seck

KRIEGA 'THE PARACHUTE'

I feel like a special agent every time I use the Kriega backpack, I'm prepared to retrieve the computer files and make a quick and daring escape by jumping off the roof of the office tower only to pop the 'chute seconds before coming a street pizza.

The Kriega (previously known as Krug) is a backpack specifically designed for motorcycling. It might look like a super-tough parachute pack but it's actually an extremely useful bit of luggage for bikers.

The best feature of the pack is the clever harness system. Instead of the standard shoulder strap arrangement the Kriega utilizes a parachute style harness. The 'Quadloc system' design has well padded shoulder straps and reflective panels fastened in the centre of the wearer's chest, via two robust buckles. This technique effectively distributes the pack's weight over the riders chest and waist, relieving the downward pull effect that most backpacks cause.

Conclusions:

I thought that my Bloblbee would hold first place in the comfort category, but the stealthy Kriega bumped it into second….When at speed on a bike, I realised the Kriega was the best backpack I've ever used while riding. The sloped roof of the bag slips through the air as if it were a speed hump on racing leathers and the bag's harness system and grippy (Toughtek) texture, keeps the bag from shifting about. A 700 km ride on an R6 at a spirited pace did not leave me with the shoulder ache that I've been accustomed to with lesser backpacks either.

The Kriega has proven to be an essential part of my kit, especially while testing aggressive sports bikes like the R6. The protective plastic plate built into the inner panel gives me a certain peace of mind and once again, it's the most comfy backpack I've worn while riding.

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CUSTOMER COMMENTS:

	Wayne Schletter, USA, e-mail
	... this is the best piece of motorcycle gear I have seen since my Aerostich riding suit and I can already tell it will be woth every penny. Expect some more orders from the States after my riding friends get a look at it.

	Garth Hirata, USA, e-mail
	Thanks for your quick response ... The detailed information that you gave me was awesome. There isn't any competition out here that can match the Kriega quality and styling. Basically, in the US there just isn't a company that used the same R&D that you did to produce a backpack made specifically for motorcyclists. I wouldn't be surprised if Kriega starts to see many more inquries from the US. Europe and Austrailia.

	David Teo, Dubai, e-mail
	... I am very impressed with your product. Finally someone out there makes a 'proper' bikers rucksack.

	Axel Cayman, Belgium, e-mail
	Your pack has arrived ... and by golly its beautiful ... the feel, look, functionality .. all extreme quality, rarely seen even in other "hi-spec" outdoor gear. Its that feeling you have with things that are just RIGHT.

	Steve Harvey, UK, e-mail
	... I have used your backpack for the last few months and recommend it to all the curious people that ask about its design and always want to know more about it.

	K Turrell, UK, e-mail
	... the rucksack arrived today! It's a great piece of kit, very well made, thanks.

	Craig Asbridge
	... having seen the build quality and motorcycle orientated, functional design first hand on the R35, I feel confident that your next product will also be head and shoulders above the 'quality' competition.

	Paul M Bennet
	.. truly a product of quality and thoughtful design, supported by exceptional service.

	Alan Dujon
	.Its been a little while now since I purchased the R3 waistpack, so here's a little feedback. The item is in daily use .... It's a Rolls-Royce of an all-function top-notch bum bag ... The negatives: None, not one ... Would I recommend it? Oh yes. Absolutely.

	Ian Burgess Redtread Off-Road Motorcycle Tours S.L
	... I have to say that the R11 which I use everyday whilst riding has to be the best and most comfortable bag I have ever used during my 19 years of "Enduro" style riding ...

	Stephen Rhodes
	... Wow!! What a great pack. Amazingly stable. Weight distribution is great - it becomes part of you ... Thanks for a great product.

	Tony Pammen
	Just thought I'd drop you a line after recieving the R11 in the post about a week ago, and I have to say it's exactly what I wanted, quality product, supremely comfortable I don't even know it's on when I'm riding the bike, who ever designed it well done! And it's British what's more. Thanks for a great product.

	Damon
	I recieved the pack a few days ago, and have used it for commuting since, carrying my laptop and incidentals. It's great, I am very happy with the purchase. I am a product designer myself here at Nike and can appreciate the time and effort that goes into making something function well for a specific purpose, nicely done.

	David Kentish
	Your best bit of kit has to be the R11 - absolutely fantastic for holding practically everything you need for a weekend run, commuting to the office or generally out for a run at the weekend.

	Sandy Barrie
	About 5 or 6 years ago I bought a ‘Krug R35’ rucksack at the GMEX show at Manchester. Previously to the purchase of the R35 I had always had ‘crap’ rucksacks which always fell apart, didn’t hold the kit, always leaked and were downright uncomfortable for the odd 30 years I had persevered with them. Since buying the R35 I’ve added an R3 bumbag – yes you’ve guessed – because all the other bum bags I’ve had have also fallen apart because they were ‘crap’. Anyway, the reason for the email is to just put pen to paper as it were and let you know what a good bit of kit the R35 is. It’s been dragged here there and everywhere, done several laps of the Netherlands/Belgium/France, been soaked for endless hours at a time. It’s now getting on for 5-6 years old and people still ask me today if I’ve just bought a new rucksack. Which must be a good testament to it as it still manages to look new. It does exactly what it’s supposed to and on several occasions held a bit more than it was designed to, and all without any damage, wear or discomfort. As for the R3 – well I haven’t had it long enough but it’s doing ‘the business’ as it were already! Good on ya folks. You keep making it, I’ll keep using it!