In reply to Hal84:
I've got the Alpine Attack 35:45 and it's been really good so far (2 years in). Been used for a coupe of alpine trips, regular cragging, mountain routes (primarily cairngorms so plenty of rough abrasive rock) a couple of seasons worth of winter routes and a bit of ski touring this winter. Can't say I can fault it so far and still in great nick. Seems a good balance of weight, robustness and features (i.e. not too many or too faffy).
I've not got the POD alpine 40, but from years of abusing their black ice I'd say they are well designed, very robust and comfortable to carry heavy loads in. Great pack designs, if heavier than others.
Cheers,
Stuart