Hi Tony,
I transport mine to every job in my laptop bag with my mics and haven't had any issues, however I hand carry the electronics when I get to the gig.
If you rely on the tablet, I would buy another at $92 or full price, and repair the original, and use the repaired one for a backup.
PS: Lockport is right in my backyard. Come on down and do the new ZIP line.
http://lockportcave.com/zip-line-attraction/Regards,
Jerry