I rebuilt my LHT with a DeLuxe frame that I purchased this passed fall. The upgrade cost me about $550 net, and that included some replacement parts. I resold extra parts including the used frame. My first tour with it starts in June. I'm not flying with it, but do expect to use the breakdown feature for land travel, when/if necessary. It takes a minute to disassemble (in half) and a few to carefully assemble. I love the concept, but real payback may take a while. As the others have pointed out, I'm not sure if I'd like to disassemble/assemble every ride.