Black Diamond

Pursuit 15L Backpack

Great Pack for Rim to Rim Hike

I purchased this for my Grand Canyon rim to rim thru hike. I carried about 5 pounds of food, a 2 L Camelback, and 1 L water bottles on both sides in the stretchy pockets. I was also able to attach my InReach to the front shoulder strap easily. It does a great job distributing weight to your hips, even with the lighter waist straps. Shockingly so. I was prob at about 25 pounds in it, def pushing the capacity, but it held up like a champ and never gave me any discomfort on my lumbar spine. Can't recommend enough.

Finally, a comfortable day pack

I’ve been looking for a comfortable day pack for quite some time and I’ve finally found it. I have chronic upper back/shoulder pain, so have been in search of a pack that properly distributes weight to the hips. After a few wears, I can say that this pack does the trick. This pack has tons of main compartment room and convenient pockets on the straps. I wish the outer side pockets were designed for a larger water bottle, but the outer pocket in the back middle supports this function, plus there is a compartment for a camel pack. Love this pack!

Nice sweet spot

I was looking for something to use on long demanding dayhikes and this suits my needs perfectly. Strikes a nice balance between technical features and simplicity in design. I was worried my phone wouldn't fit in the front after reading reviews but I had 0 issues fitting my iphone 14 with a 'commuter' Otterbox. Very, very happy with my purchase.

Nice Pack!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

L/XL

This pack is the perfect size for me. I like the large, thin hip belt and running vest inspired shoulder straps. It's perfect for longer runs or longer day hikes.

Great daypack!

This pack is just the right size. Great for these hot, humid days in North Carolina.

Very Nice! But….

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Size Bought:

Large

Haven’t used yet. Seems to be of very good quality. The one detail I did notice is that the bottom of the shoulder straps where it passes through the clip adjustment is sewn together at the end so it can’t be pulled completely out from clip. Sliding water bottle pouches up the straps can’t happen unless straps or bottle pouch straps are cut. Small oversight by me but can be remedied.

Perfect day pack

I like bags. I own many bags for different uses. I recently picked up a daypack from a very over priced and over hyped ultralight brand, and on the first hike found it was not comfy and while very light, proved to have difficult access. Returned and picked up the Pursuit 15 (like I should have in the first place). This pack is only ounces heavier than my previous ‘ultralight’ pack, and is crammed with features I was previously missing, and honestly would expect from any hiking pack. Comfort of the running vest style straps is unmatched, and it hugs your body to provide great support. Obviously isn’t for carrying too much weight, but absolutely holds it own for a multi use day pack. Will continue to stand by the Black Diamond products I own.

Perfect trail running, mtb, and skiing pack

I had a long list of must-haves and this pack was the only one that met all of them! It hugs the body, great air flow, nice hydration pocket, room for gear and layers, not too big, well constructed, and good materials. I'm so glad this is on my gear wall. Training for the Moab trail marathon!

Men and women per suit backpack

We have used these for 2 hikes so far, fit and quality is top notch, and its the perfect day packs, if there is any thing that could be improved upon there’s the loops on the side could be a tad longer and trekking pole holders are not having enough support high enough to hold them securely to the side with out flapping, strap pockets are not big enough for phones, and the women version pockets are smaller (car keys is a better fit) I read all the reviews and I was aware of the shortcomings prior to ordering, how often don’t you have to modify gear to suit your needs anyway therefore 4 stars. I would highly recommend

Love this Pack!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Size Bought:

M

Height:

5' 5"

Weight:

155

I recently purchased this pack for day hikes where I am chasing peaks. Needed something light but that would hold all layers for weather changes and that did not move around. This pack fits the bill. The bonus is all the extra room where I am fitting the same stuff I carried in my former 26L bag. I enjoy the front strap storage options and use for a soft water bottle, sun glass, and chapstick. The side stash pockets are great for an extra water bottle, garmin and collapsible sticks. The rear stretchy pocket is so great for quick access items like rain jacket. The waist belt keeps it all in place. I had to add a dyneema zip pocket on my waist belt to hold my phone. I thought the side stretchy pockets would be a good spot but my phone case gets caught on the material and its a pain with the pack on. The pocket I added on the waist belt works great and I prefer it. The cinch down function seems great also and see that being used more in the summer. I haven’t tested the water bladder function yet but like how it has its own compartment. Overall pleased with choice after all the research.