Tcp,
This is the meat pack I like.
I haven't found a reason to go with a bunch of others. Other than a stumpy ALICE pack, I can guess that there's plenty of good choices others mentioned.
If you have a chance to try one in person, I always load them up with the weight I might carry. Walk around the store and get a limited idea if you might have hot spots, slippage and frame contact .
There's old school available if you shop around.
This one has no meat shelf underneath. It's the only one I know of that supports the load from the shoulders. After decades, I plan to make a new bag that will be Taylored for my needs. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one.
Here's reviews and pics.
https://www.trailspace.com/gear/jansport/d3/
