The Deuter is a great pack. We are getting close but not quite ready to part with it. Just so you are aware you will need the sun shade which is extra. Good luck.
You can get old REI carriers on eBay for pretty cheap, like $50-$80. The suspension is pretty easily removed, so I mounted it on a Guide Lite. Works great and has a legit suspension now.
The older Poco has pretty lean padding on the belt, do not like. Also there isn’t much for load lifting ability. I’d buy a used on one Facebook and cut the belt and shoulder straps off and mount it to a frame you already have.
You can get old REI carriers on eBay for pretty cheap, like $50-$80. The suspension is pretty easily removed, so I mounted it on a Guide Lite. Works great and has a legit suspension now.