Before this thread I was beginning to wonder whether I was the only who thought that TP runs were a complete waste of time and effort.
Sure its nice having status but at the end of the day all it does is allow you entry to a room and save a few minutes of queueing.
I'll take it if someone gives it to me for free but there is no way I would waste time and money traying to get it. For me a flight is ultimately just a means to getting to my destination.