As it looks now, I won't be getting a Dyson ... The Miele sounds sounds pretty good ... will check to see if they have a bagless model. The Rainbow as suggested by Dave looks interesting, sorta like the hookah of vacuum cleaners.

gnu ... windows sweating here in Saint John!?!?

peace ... I've given your post a lotta thought, but I think I better give it some more thought.

Thanks all, much appreciated ... the info certainly helps.

sIx