>>1273023I would go with the Deuter if I were you just because you were able to physically try it out and have experience with the brand already. Every backpack fits every person differently, especially with women, so getting the one you're already basically guaranteed to be satisfied with is a safer bet unless you want to go to the potential hassle of returning the Black Diamond if it ends up being worse. The guy telling you to go to the store is basically right in spite of being super spergy about it.