I have heard some guys say that with a travel pro, you get what you pay for. And if you forked out that kind of money, it'll probably last a while.

Now the question is, where is the nearest TravelPro repair shop to where you live? With a PNT bag, just call them up, they send you a loaner, you mail them yours in the same box the loaner came in. When it's done, they mail you your bag, you put the loaner in the box, and voila, fixed bag with very little inconvience to you.

I've heard that with a TP, it's not quites as painless when it breaks. And it will break.