Moto Tassinari VForce3 Reeds

I heard that these reeds fail prematurely, and can take the engine with it. I also heard the older vforce2 are better(more reliable). A dealer said this.

I am NOT one to start idle, Bull rumours, specially with a company that has ALREADY demonstrated quality-However...

Please reply, with FACTS. and personal experience:
1)have you used VFORCE3 reeds?
2)How Long?
3)How often do YOU change the petals?
4)Any failures?

Thanks!

2002 XC/SP 700