Originally Posted by
groovestew
I use a
Deuter Trans-Alpine 30. Enough room for my stuff, and has a handy rain cover that stuffs into a pocket at the bottom. The pack sits very comfortably on my back and the weight is really well distributed. I don't ever forget that it's there, but it feels lighter than I would expect. The "Airstripes" feature is a gimmick - I still get a sweaty back.
I ride this and my commute is 50+KM (one way). I had an Obus Form backpack before and the deuter destroys it in comfort, durability, space and venting. I got it in the winter and the really felt the airstripes compared to my old backpack, I got the chills and had to add another layer under my Sugoi coat. In the summer, of course I get a sweaty back, I get that without a backpack, but it's still much better than other packs I've tried.
I don't use water bladders, that's what Camelback water bottles are for!