Hello, I currently have a DIRT DEVIL REACTION.  Loved it for the first 18 months, but now it seems that  the canister leaks dust all over the vacuum, and I can smell it.  If you adjust the beater bar down enough to sweep the carpet, it wears out the belt.
I am looking for an upright.  I do not need any attachments.  Would like a direct drive, (no belts), and possibly go back to a bag, (less mess).
any advice would be greatly appreciated
larry ford