Mission Workshop Rambler.

Another Deuter user here. I have had an AC Lite 25 since 2003. It has an internal frame that keeps the pack off of your back, as well as a pull out rain cover that I use quite frequently, as well it is ready to go for using a water bladder.

For me when I was shopping for a back pack I was tired of deal with zippers so I wanted a bag that had an open top.

deuter-ac-lite-25

Since we are on backpacks here, anyone have experience with either the Timbuk2 Phoenix or the Ospery Momentum 26?

Osprey Momentum 26 user here -- I love it. I consider it the best invested commuting money ever (after the bike).