Hello

While riding in the city, I currently use a non-waterproof, 20-liter backpack. I like it because it has two pockets on the side, a smaller pocket on the top, and a main pocket big enough for my needs. That way, I can keep things separate.

As a rain-friendly alternative, I'd like to find a waterproof, shoulder (messenger) bag.

Google returned two well-rated items: The Abus Dryve ST 8600 and the Ortlieb Zip City.

However, they don't seem to have the same convenient pockets, which means I'll have to keep everything mixed.

Are there more organized alternatives I should know about?

Thank you.

Get a messenger bag that has many internal pockets, this way everything stays dry. I use Push the Envelope bags in which I have three different sizes and Pac Designs where I just have one. They have plenty of options for internal storage since each bag can be custom made. Mine have multiple pockets to keep things organized.

Any quality mess bag will handle rain. Timbuk2,Bailey Works,Chrome,and many many more. I tried an Orlieb once(Sling-It),but hated the strap. If it has to be absolutely waterproof,there's SealLine. Get the large,I have the small and it's pretty small.

Thanks much for the links.