A good running backpack can change the way you run. At a basic level, it’s a handy way to carry clean clothes, so you can run-commute to work. It also offers freedom: a trusty pack unlocks self-sufficiency. Being armed with backup water, fuel and clothes can give you the confidence to run longer and explore further – or just to drop that package to the post office instead of jumping in the car.
In 2022, I ran 67 marathons solo across Europe with my life on my back in a 10kg pack. Apart from my running shoes, the backpack was the most important kit choice, so I know what makes a reliable running pack.
