case for smartphone

Couldn't you just put the phone in a ziplock bag and put it in a jersey pocket when riding as opposed to that bag that would get in the way a lot?  not sure what options you have been looking at for running but it might be pretty close to the same cost as getting an ipod shuffle and using that for music when you run instead of dragging along a phone. the flipbelt that was linked looks like a good choice too though, i almost bought one of those a while back and can see how they would be useful. 

I am considering one of these for the iPhone 6 Plus:  http://www.spibelt.com/products/spibelt/large-pocket-spibelt

I recently searched for a better way to carry the phone as well. I ended up with a Topeak mount for the bike and settled on an "Armpocket" armband for the run. 

I used the bike mount with my iPhone 4s and it worked well. I was experimenting with using the phone as my cycle computer, but it really didn't work out very well. Using the GPS killed my battery and that was with the screen off, I decided it would be a bad deal to be out in the middle of nowhere with a dead phone so I quit using the phone and bought a Suunto Ambit2 instead. Now that I have the iPhone 6 I am back to a ziploc bag and jersey pocket.

I like this particular armband because you don't have to take the phone out of your normal case in order to use it, it is big enough to get the phone in with a case on it. 

I see you are using a case that also holds cards and has the flip face, that would work in this armband but you wouldn't be able to see the screen or change your tunes. I would recommend this case.

I use it with my iPhone 6 and it works great. I am able to get my DL, debit and credit card in it which is all I need for most occasions. And I still have full access to the screen at any time without having the flap in the way.

Good luck, there are tons of options out there, but anything is better than the bag you are using now!

Originally posted by Phebes Thank you all for all your suggestions. For running, I'll think about the belt or the arm type. I heard a lot about the otterbox. My phone has a flip case because I can store cards, notes, etc. But I also have a 2 yr replaceable warranty on my phone and I have a very old phone that I can use ( using GSM sim) in the event my phone is being replaced For the bike ride,I think I will use the frame bag during rainy season and Topeak when I'm expecting an important phone call ( I like where you can see right away who's calling, just need to remember to stop first )

Topeak has you covered for rain as well. Waterproof bag that uses the same mount and still allows access to the screen.