UPDATES TO VERSION 2.5

• Now built with 100% Recycled 1680D Ballistic Nylon and eco-friendly PVC backing (helps reduce the product's ecological footprint)
• Anodized aluminum Atlas buckle closures (the same system used in avalanche airbag backpacks)
• Bottom panel is now Aux Pox compatible, for a total of three Aux Pox mounting zone options per bag
  • 5L Aux Pox attach to 35L
  • 4L Aux Pox attach to 25L
• Aesthetic panel, trim, and logo updates
• Available with Euromount frame option for BMW GS/GSA owners 

We created the Backcountry Pannier because we were tired of over-the-seat soft panniers that flop around in rough terrain, have no external pockets or stash spots, disintegrate after a couple of crashes, and are a total pain in the ass to get on and off the bike. We wanted something like a backpacking frame pack that mounts on your bike, stays connected to the bike, and stays waterproof no matter how many times you lay the bike down.

The Backcountry's are super easy to click on and off the bike, and because the waterproofing is accomplished inside the bag (thanks to the two-bag system), minor external crashes and scuffs won’t faze your panniers at all. Thanks to the thick, welded seam internal liner, you’re also protected from internal abrasion: for example, tools, a camp stove, or some other hard piece of gear vibrating and rubbing against the inner surface over a long period of time.

The Backcountry Pannier's waterproof rolltop closure features premium anodized aluminum Atlas buckles, commonly found on avalanche airbag backpacks. This simple yet tough buckle design is easy to open, latch, and adjust with riding gloves on. The durable aluminum construction withstands the abuses of off-road travel, and is less likely to break and need repair like plastic buckles.

The Backcountry is heavier than a traditional over-the-seat saddlebag. What you get for that weight is bomb-proof construction and materials, a completely stable mounting system (no flopping), and lots of stash spots. Lighter is not always better if it comes at the price of functionality or durability. If you’re really serious about weight, take off your racks (shaving 8-10 pounds off the bike) and get a Reckless 80L instead.

• Two bag system – dry bag inside, tough bag outside
• Six layers of crash protection where you need it most
• Durable, glove-friendly anodized aluminum Atlas buckle main closure
• Heavy-duty universal locking bar
• Aux Pox compatible for additional storage
• Beavertail stash spot & multi-purpose camp tool holder
• Burly injection-molded, glass-filled nylon hard-mount system allows quick on/off
• MOLLE expandability – both sides & bottom
• Six external compression straps – with new custom molded Zinc Alloy G-Hooks
• Available kits include: 35L, 25L, and Offset (35L & 25L combination)

• Outer Shell Materials: 100% recycled 1680D Ballistic Nylon and Hypalon with eco-friendly PVC backing and UV treatment – the ultimate first line of defense
• Front/Rear Inner Panels: 22oz 840D TPU for water resistance and easy washing 
• Inner Dry Bags: 100% waterproof 22 oz 840D TPU with welded seam construction 
• Pocket Dry Bags: 100% waterproof 840D TPU with welded seam construction
• Main closure buckles: durable anodized aluminum 
• Side Buckles: Custom molded aluminum - rather than plastic - to withstand crashes
• Speed-Pin attachment latches: High quality stainless steel finished in black oxide
• MOLLE Grids: Low-profile Hypalon for UV and abrasion resistance
• Locking Bar: Anodized laser-cut aluminum, permanently riveted in place

Backcountry 35L Kit

• 70 Liter total capacity for the standard configuration with two pockets (one Aux Pox on each bag)
• 35 Liter capacity per pannier for the standard configuration (30L main compartment + 5L Aux Pox)
• 0 Pockets - 60L capacity
• 2 Pockets - 70L capacity (standard configuration)
• 4 Pockets - 80L capacity
• Length: 20 in / 50.8 cm top to bottom (can be extended significantly with roll top) 
• Length: with top roll open is 28in / 71.1cm 
• Width: 15 in / 38.1 cm main body, 18 in / 45.7 cm with one Aux Pox 
• Thickness: 8 in / 20.3 cm
• Weight: approx. 10 lbs / 4.5 kg each with hardware (excluding aux pockets)
• Mounting Frame weight: 2.1 lbs / 1 kg
• Mounting Wedge weight: 1.4 lbs / 0.65 kg

Backcountry 25L Kit

• 50L total capacity for the standard configuration with two pockets (one Aux Pox per bag)
• 25L capacity per pannier for the standard configuration (21L main compartment + 4L pocket)
• 0 Pockets - 42L capacity
• 2 Pockets - 50L capacity (standard configuration)
• 4 Pockets - 60L capacity
• Length: 20 in / 50.8 cm top to bottom (can be extended significantly with roll top) 
• Length with top roll open is 28 in / 71.1 cm 
• Width: 15 in / 38.1cm main body, 18 in / 45.7 cm with rear pocket 
• Thickness: 6 in / 15.2 cm
• Weight: approx. 10 lbs / 4.5 kg each with hardware (excluding Aux Pockets)
• Mounting Frame weight: 2.1 lbs / 1 kg
• Mounting Wedge weight: 1.4 lbs / 0.65 kg

Offset Kit

• 60L total capacity for the standard configuration (one Aux Pox per bag)
• 0 Pockets - 50L
• 2 Pockets - 60L (standard configuration)
• 4 Pockets - 70L
• One 35L pannier (30L main compartment + 5L pocket)
• One 25L pannier (21L main compartment + 4L pocket)
• Length: 20 in / 50.8 cm top to bottom (can be extended significantly with roll top) 
• Length with top roll open is 28in / 71.1cm
• Width: 15in / 38.1cm main body, 18in / 45.7cm with rear pocket 
• Thickness: 8in / 20.3 cm for 35L bag / 6 in / 15.2 cm for 25L bag
• Weight: approx. 10 lbs / 4.5 kg each with hardware (excluding aux pockets)
• Mounting Frame weight:  2.1 lbs / 1 kg
• Mounting Wedge weight:  1.4 lbs / 0.65 kg

• BMW GS/GSA owners, check out the Backcountry Pannier Kit with Eurmount frame. It allows you to mount our Backcountry Panniers directly on OEM Touratech BMW racks, making it easy to switch between our panniers and OEM hard boxes.
• Offset Pannier Racks: Bikes with stock racks and a pannier exhaust cutout (like the R1250GSA, R1200GSA, 850GSA, or F800GSA) require an additional adapter. Check the 'Racks + Adapters' section of our site, or email us at moskomoto@moskomoto.com with questions.

• View Assembly Instructions PDF
• Check the Fitment Page for compatible rack information and please email us at moskomoto@moskomoto.com if your rack is not listed.
• If you don't already have racks, we recommend Outback Motortek Standard Frame pannier racks. Available in the Racks & Adapters section of our website.