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Join Date: Dec 2003
Location: Benicia, California, USA
Programs: AA PLT,AS,UA PP,J6,FB,EY,LH,SQ,HH Dmd,Hyatt Glbl,Marriott Plat,IHG Plat,Accor Gold
Posts: 10,820
Welcome to FT! I've been pretty happy with Briggs and Riley--very durable, wheels easily through airports and the wheels in particular seem to stand up to punishment. In addition to being durable, it has a lifetime guarantee that I've actually never had to utilize. The store that you buy it from might have a small service charge for shipping it to repair--you might ask about that before purchasing the bag. But beyond that all repairs are free.
I believe B&G bags are more expensive than those you've been using. But for the amount you travel and how you been going through those other bags, the investment would be worth it.