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Garden Hose Questions
Posted on 3/30/20 at 1:04 pm
Posted on 3/30/20 at 1:04 pm
I’ve always used the absolute trash green hoses. My current one is not long enough so I’m looking to get a 100fter. Anyone have any recommendations? If you also have a reel you prefer I’ll take those suggestions as well.
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Posted on 3/30/20 at 1:12 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
following. i have to replace all my hoses this year as well. my current one have all turned to shite.
Posted on 3/30/20 at 1:15 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
LINK These are the only ones that have survived the guys leaving them stretch out across the parking lot.
Posted on 3/30/20 at 1:26 pm to FlyinTiger93
Posted on 3/30/20 at 1:37 pm to L S Usetheforce
I bought my first of those 7-8 years ago and have added some since then. Best hoses I've used and the only ones I'll buy now. I will say they are pretty heavy compared to the cheaper brands but that doesn't bother me.
As far has hose reels, I don't like the plastic or self-coiling. They just don't last, but perhaps they have better versions these days.
I've used this one previously and liked it, even though it's manual it reels pretty smoothly. Hose Reel- Lowes
As far has hose reels, I don't like the plastic or self-coiling. They just don't last, but perhaps they have better versions these days.
I've used this one previously and liked it, even though it's manual it reels pretty smoothly. Hose Reel- Lowes
Posted on 3/30/20 at 1:49 pm to GoldenSombrero
costco is selling a 'self reeling unit right now for like $79 i think but like you i'm hesitant on anything that may fall apart in a couple years.
Posted on 3/30/20 at 1:50 pm to L S Usetheforce
Posted on 3/30/20 at 1:54 pm to L S Usetheforce
Those 'Never Kink' hoses from Lowe's are garbage.
Posted on 3/30/20 at 1:56 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
Eley makes top notch reels and also has polyurethane hoses (no kink variety). Some of the best money I've ever spent. Their products are expensive, but you get what you pay for. Great warranty.
Posted on 3/30/20 at 2:06 pm to sosaysmorvant
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Eley makes top notch reels and also has polyurethane hoses (no kink variety). Some of the best money I've ever spent. Their products are expensive, but you get what you pay for. Great warranty.
Im ashamed of how much I paid for it but I got their nozzle kit, their quick disconnects, and some hose from them. It’s really great stuff.
Posted on 3/30/20 at 2:49 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
I think I have a different type/brand hose on every outdoor spigot - 4. . By far, the Flexzilla hose Is the best of them. LINK. It can kink, but very seldom. Remains pliable in the dead of winter. Won’t keep that bright lime green color forever. Two other brands of non-kink hoses I have kink more often than the 1 non-kink hose I have. Now that I’m using hoses again with spring, I’m going to get a couple more Flexzilla’s - fed up with the other crap hoses.
I’m also done with plastic hose reels - break, constantly leak, fall over when in-winding hose off the reel, ..... Bought one of these a couple years ago, and I’m happy with it. LINK. Plan to buy another, and looking at other free standing metal hose reels options where I don’t want to wall mount. I know these are good, but $$$$.
ETA: Forgot to add the link for the $$$$ Eley hose reels LINK but I see others have noted their quality, and made in the USA as well. As the saying goes,”buy once, cry once”
I’m also done with plastic hose reels - break, constantly leak, fall over when in-winding hose off the reel, ..... Bought one of these a couple years ago, and I’m happy with it. LINK. Plan to buy another, and looking at other free standing metal hose reels options where I don’t want to wall mount. I know these are good, but $$$$.
ETA: Forgot to add the link for the $$$$ Eley hose reels LINK but I see others have noted their quality, and made in the USA as well. As the saying goes,”buy once, cry once”
This post was edited on 3/30/20 at 3:36 pm
Posted on 3/30/20 at 3:02 pm to CrawDude
I have a couple of spigots I want to keep a shorter hose at. I may try the colored version of the 50’ flexzilla. They don’t seem to have the discoloration problem like the green flexzilla and they’re $30 cheaper than the eley equivalent.
Posted on 3/30/20 at 3:59 pm to FlyinTiger93
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LINK These are the only ones that have survived the guys leaving them stretch out across the parking lot.
I have that one. Damn thing won’t seal at the spicket for shite. Tried on different slickers including a new spicket same thing. Changed the rubber seal a few times. It also kinks as much as a cheaper hose.
Posted on 3/30/20 at 4:01 pm to bigbuckdj
I just bought my second one of these. LINK First was for the front yard last year. Time came for a new one in the back and bought the 50' version. Love 'em both
I love the retractable feature but never seemed to find a decent one till this.
I love the retractable feature but never seemed to find a decent one till this.
This post was edited on 3/30/20 at 4:03 pm
Posted on 3/30/20 at 4:03 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
Craftsman
Craftsman FTW. Never had to replace mine in over 5 years and its got that Lifetime craftsman warranty!
Craftsman FTW. Never had to replace mine in over 5 years and its got that Lifetime craftsman warranty!
Posted on 3/30/20 at 4:23 pm to L S Usetheforce
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These are good too
I’ve had the same Never Kink 100 footer going on 5 years now. It’s been on 2 separate reels that have crapped out. Let me know when there’s a decent one of those available.
Posted on 3/30/20 at 4:26 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
Just make sure it is 100% Rubber. Will pay more initially...
Posted on 3/30/20 at 4:26 pm to FlyinTiger93
I have something like this. Been having it for 8 years, still holding up strong.
Posted on 3/30/20 at 7:57 pm to OleWarSkuleAlum
Neverkink.
They last a couple years before kinking
They last a couple years before kinking
Posted on 3/30/20 at 8:21 pm to ItzMe1972
I agree with this. I have two that are rubber and they are probably 7 or 8 years old and in great shape. They stay outside year round. Paid for them but they last.
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