The quantity of pleasure that I had for the brand new Previous Man Mountain basket that I teased about final 12 months, is likely to be thought of a bit “loopy”. However in case you learn any of my stuff, you understand that I really like the utility of a motorcycle with a basket on it, and Previous Man Mountian’s new aluminum basket seems to be superior.
However, upon visiting Previous 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 start out, they’re 100% waterproof utilizing TPU material with welded seams and Hypalon reinforcements.
They use camming velcro straps that loop by 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 potential with what you might be carrying.
One factor I seen, and am an enormous fan of, is the brand new pannier’s refined branding. The Previous Man Mountian emblem is on a patch that may be fully eliminated in case you like, leaving room for the patch of your alternative.
Ponderosa Pannier Options
- 13 Liter capability per pannier
- Absolutely welded and waterproof development
- Twin body sheets; back and front of the bag
- Roll high enclosure (safe down the facet or to itself on the high)
- Detachable and replaceable straps
- Minimal branding on velcro patches
- Decrease attachment/compression strap stays beneath load to forestall the flapping of the bag
- Hypalon reinforcements in any respect attachment factors which might be abrasion resistant
- Clip gentle 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 acquired a water-resistant zipper pocket on the surface and a roll-top most important closure.
Once more, Previous 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
- Absolutely welded and waterproof development
- Roll high enclosure
- Waterproof zipper pocket on the surface
- Minimal branding on velcro patches
- Hypalon reinforcements in any respect attachment factors which might be abrasion resistant
- Clip gentle 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. Regardless that it seems to be tremendous robust, Previous Man Mountain says that it’s nonetheless lighter than the options.
The OMM Basket is made to be bolted on to Previous Man Mountian racks to remove any rattling or chatter. The Basket is Molle appropriate 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 appropriate with the entire basket luggage available on the market designed to suit the Wald 137.
For those who haven’t tried “basket packing” or had been pondering of operating a rack and basket in your bike, the OMM Basket could be an incredible place to start out.
OMM Basket Options
- Stamped and welded aluminum development is corrosion proof
- Molle appropriate
- 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 Previous Man Mountain’s Lifetime guarantee
- Retail: $80 (obtainable in June or July ’23)
The Previous 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 by 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 doubtless match different model bike racks
- Manufactured from 6061 aluminum
- Powder-coated black
- Longer than options to suit bigger lights
- Comes with 5mm and 6mm {hardware}
- Retail $20 on backorder
The OMM Headlight Mount is out there now, though the positioning says”on backorder”. All different above merchandise can be obtainable in June or July ’23. Go to the hyperlink beneath to enroll in their publication to get a heads-up once they’re in inventory.
