The only problem with the PNT bag is the weight. I have my original new hire travel pro that is going strong. If you don't drag it off a 8" curb with flight case attached it will last. I turn it around and slide it down. The weight probably isn't too much of a problem unless you travel on a foreign carrier thinking you will carry on your bag. Some actually enforce carry on weight restrictions and you'll end up checking the bag whether you like it or not. The PNT is close to the weight limit before you put anything in it.