Yeah, the older version that I have - maybe 2008 and prior? - had the daisy chain, and a well-thought-out one at that. Not just the standard laced loop, but a cord-lock to snug it down and a couple of small retaining hooks that you could pop free and really open 'er up to strap on the Ridgerest or whatever.

Daisy-chains are great for capturing and hanging loose gear, bottles, or layers shrugged off en route; and for airing out socks and rain flys. Bad enough having to take the pack off to begin with; worse yet having to open the lid and try to stuff things in on the trail.

One thing I do like about the new Deuter pack - the four-point lid. My older 65 +10 is only three-point and does float a little bit if carelessly packed.