We've had the vacuum for about 6 months now.  It is a great vacuum and I love the canister which I had never had before.  But, it's too darn heavy and it doesn't steer easily.  My arm gets quite sore and my legs get bruised from trying to push it the way I want it to go.  I am 68 yrs old so that might have something to do with it.  :)  My husband has no problem with it. I've never had a problem with any other bag vacuum.  So now I'm looking for something more lightweight.