Backpack for running - without bladder

[Flyinggeesei234]

Hi any recommendations for a backpack without water bladder for running please?

This would be for a short run to the gym with no need for hydration, but I need to carry swim stuff etc.

TIA.

take the bladder out. you surely don't store in with bladder in anyway? then it's a compact backpack

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09ZNRHND2?ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details&th=1

Love mine. The fold out cycle helmet net thing means you can put eg a fleece or towel in that outside bit in dry weather, if inside not big enough.

Thanks @tallsmallmum yeah I’m leaning that way, but a lot seem to have pockets I don’t need and are not designed for a commute, more for ultras. I have race vests and packs, just thought there might be something for the commuter market I hadn’t seen yet.

I think you'll find most of them have the facility for a bladder but you buy that bit separately anyway

Superb! Thanks @MsMartini - do you use yours for running? Or do you find it snug enough that it stays put? Thanks again.

Have a look at these - they're mainly marketed for cyclists, but places like RunnersNeed recommend them to runners as well.

Very light, plenty of adjustable straps to get a good fit, various sizes, and useful little pockets on the waist strap for stashing keys etc

Backpacks - OMM (theomm.com)

I covered hundreds of running to work miles with a cheap Karrimor rucksack. It’s still going strong although I live too far away to run commute now! I always thought about upgrading it but could never justify the cost when it did the job. Just the right amount of pockets and was comfortable.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Karrimor-Litre-Hiking-Travel-Backpack/dp/B00TS5EKYA/ref=asc_df_B00TS5EKYA/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=217951975137&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17992034803962436207&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006815&hvtargid=pla-422279386713&psc=1

You will probably have better luck if you search for a 'fastpack' than a running backpack as you will get a pack with slightly more capacity but still designed to be run with.

Thanks for the suggestions here. I needed
to adjust my search terms! Really appreciate the responses.

@Flyinggeesei234 , yes I run with mine! Side pockets for water, inside separate pocket so can put sweaty kit in there afterwards, net thing means I can carry extra layers that don't fit inside, can put eg foldable shopping bags inside too as well as eg folding jacket, pocket on belt for keys/snacks etc. It stays put with the straps done up fine.

I like running to places and doing things (eg coffee with friend/walk in park/pop to shops) and it means I can do that in most weathers.

@MsMartini me too! Thanks again. I bought the pack you recommended and tried it out last night for a short run to the leisure centre. It’s very good. Fits a small swimming kit fine with room to spare.

I need to play around to get the fit a little
more snug but that’s just me not adjusting the straps properly.

Really pleased with all the features it has. It’s lightweight etc. job done.

@Flyinggeesei234 yayyyy, how satisfying. I have to play around with the straps and tuck the ends away, but do find it very useful - I've even fitted spare trainers in for if I am doing something different after the run!