Aerolites are made in Czekoslovakia or China or something aren't they? My philosophy is this - Ti is such an environmental disaster, that if you're going to buy it, buy it FOR LIFE. Don't skimp, don't be a tight arse, and buy from someone or some company that is seriously good. Granted, that's very un-capitalistic of me, but so be it. It's my Philosophy Of The Week and I'm sticking with it!