This backpack is very "practical". Why? Because it is not hot to use, and is very comfortable to wear. Plus it makes You more visible to others behind You, such as cars and motorcycles and cyclists. It is also lightweight and the straps don't cut into Your shoulders as other backpacks do. As a chaplain, I usually wear a shirt with a collar when out in public, other than exercising. I use this backpack to carry my "Luna t-shirt" and energy bars and snacks in. (I change into the t-shirt at the trail, then can put my other shirt into the pack.) I have a water bottle with a "fast clip" (d-ring), which fastens it to my belt loop; so No water bottle pockets needed. Add extra socks in too, in case it looks rainy. This is a very useful backpack at a most reasonable price. Try it, (You can thank me later).
This backpack is very "practical". Why? Because it is not hot to use, and is very comfortable to wear. Plus it makes You more visible to others behind You, such as cars and motorcycles and cyclists. It is also lightweight and the straps don't cut into Your shoulders as other backpacks do. As a chaplain, I usually wear a shirt with a collar when out in public, other than exercising. I use this backpack to carry my "Luna t-shirt" and energy bars and snacks in. (I change into the t-shirt at the trail, then can put my other shirt into the bag.) I have a water bottle with a "fast clip" (d-ring), which fastens it to my belt loop; so No water bottle pockets needed. Also if it looks like rain, I can throw in a extra pair of socks--just in case. For the price, this is a very useful backpack and will come in handy on any walk/run You wish to make. You should give it a try, You won't regret it. (you can thank me later for the recommend)