Nine trails pack 15L (Patagonia)

I'm sorry but that thing looks like one of those mini backpack purses women used to wear in the 90s.

getting to be a lot of running packs on the market, which is a good thing if you're a runner :)

having owned a dozen or so running packs a few things jump out at me, sternum straps are not adjustable up/down- this is very advantageous for getting a good fit in my experience

it could use more pockets on the front (vest portion), I haven't owned a running pack that had too many pockets up front

15 liters is getting a little on high side of volume w/o a belt imo, gets too much swaying w/o a belt, 5 liters or less it's generally not a problem (usually not enough weight at the volume to be a problem)

I'm sorry but that thing looks like one of those mini backpack purses women used to wear in the 90s.

Yeah, but so do many packs up to 25L for those who have longish torsos. That's why the pack makers need to get off their collective rears as there is* longer rainwear, other clothing, and shelters to pack too. More for discussion than anything (my fleet of Zimmerbuilts have my pack needs covered)

* or should be.

Any other feedback on this pack? I'm looking for a day pack in the 15-20l range. I plan to mostly use it for hiking, perhaps a bit of trail running. I would also use it on my bike around town when I don't need my standard 25-30l of capacity.

Patagonia also makes a running vest, a style that seems popular now. I suppose it could work but I think 10l is too small for my needs.

http://www.patagonia.com/us/product/fore-runner-vest-10-liter?p=49505-0&pcc=1128

Sean,
The REI Stoke 19 might fit your needs.

BD Bbee or the larger Magnum?

http://blackdiamondequipment.com/en/hiking-packs/bbee-pack-BD681092_cfg.html#q=bbee&start=2

Seems larger than the stated capacity of 11l Fits a long torso.

2014s on clearance at BD now.