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Original => Hot Tub Forum => Topic started by: Dee Dee on April 12, 2006, 03:25:47 pm

Title: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Dee Dee on April 12, 2006, 03:25:47 pm
Just a few questions ---
1.  What kind of hot tub do you have, make and model?
2.  How long have you had it?
3.  How much did you pay for it?
4.  Did you get the "radio and the lights"?  If you did were they worth it?
5.  Are you happy with your hot tub choice?
6.  Where do you live?
Thanks in advance...
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Brewman on April 12, 2006, 03:32:08 pm
1.  2003 Sundance Optima
2.  Since March 2003
3.  Don't remember
4.  Got both, like both
5.  Yes
6.  South Suburbs of Minneapolis.

Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: wmccall on April 12, 2006, 03:43:22 pm
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1.  2003 Sundance Optima
2.  Since March 2003
3.  Don't remember
4.  Got both, like both
5.  Yes
6.  South Suburbs of Minneapolis.



Change to Dynasty Excalibur, No stereo and Columbus, Ohio  ;D
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Ron_Mexico on April 12, 2006, 04:19:26 pm
1. Marquis Reward
2. 1 month and lovin it!
3. 8 G's
4. Didn't get the sound station but kinda wish i would have.  Fiber optic lights are standard
5. He11 Yes!
6. Racine, WI
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: water@104 on April 12, 2006, 04:41:14 pm
1. Clearwater ultra 9100
2. 1 year
3. 7k
4. yes and yes
5. Wouldn't change a thing
6. Southern New Hampshire
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: tony on April 12, 2006, 04:47:39 pm
1. 2002 Sundance Optima
2. August 2002
3. 8000+
4. No and No.
5. Very
6. SE MA
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Gair on April 12, 2006, 04:55:20 pm
1.  BullFrog 451
2.  2 years
3.  6000 for the whole Package steps lights cover and cover  lifter                                                                                4. No radio and no TV It is inside in sunroom with Cable  TV and Suround sound.  Does have      LED lights
5.  Very happy with the dealer as well as the Spa
6.  Outside of Peoria, IL
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: r100rs on April 12, 2006, 04:56:30 pm
1.  2005 Optima
2.  < 1 year
3.  $7500
4.  No/No
5.  Yes
6.  Indy - days off / Den - days on

r100rs
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: East_TX_Spa on April 12, 2006, 05:11:02 pm
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1. SeaMonkey Inflatable
2. 1 Year
3. $550
4. It came with a harmonica and some Christmas lights
5. It was normally a $10,000 spa, but I got a good deal when a contractor cancelled his order
6. By the railroad tracks across town

Terminator
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: blakley33 on April 12, 2006, 05:26:06 pm
1. Catalina Stealth series Raptor
2. I will get it friday.
3. $7500
4. Stereo with amp and subwoofer, Fiber optics yes.
5. I better be, will let you know for sure, not sure how I couldn't be.
6. Kansas City, Ks.
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: bob5820 on April 12, 2006, 05:30:24 pm
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Change to Dynasty Excalibur, No stereo and Columbus, Ohio  ;D


Same here, except...
1. Artesian Piper Glen
2. six months
3. $10,000.00
4. No, and no ( and another no for the missing waterfall question)
5.  ;D
6. Charlotte, NC
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Brookenstein on April 12, 2006, 07:24:13 pm
1.  2005 Hot Spring Envoy
2.  November 05
3.  Have to kill you if I told you.  ;D  Got it used, practically stole it from the guy.
4.  No. N/A
5.  Love my tub.  It has improved my marriage greatly, lol.   :P
6.  SoCal
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: patorhank on April 12, 2006, 08:25:46 pm
Our first hot tub we got for free...sort of. It was a 1992 model CalSpa that was in a little old ladies rec room which had been a deck on the outside of the house and had been closed in around the hot tub. She just wanted it out and was getting ready to have someone cut it in half to get it out. I dismantled a patio door and got some friends to help me move it out. It cleared the header by 1/2", but came on out, then I spent the rest of the day putting the door back together.  We used it for about 5 years, then gave it to our son, and bought a slightly used Jacuzzi J350. We LOVE it. Much better jets and pumps than the Cal Spa, but unlike the older Cal Spa it is temp limited to 104 deg. We would like another degree or two sometimes. We paid $3000 for it, and had to put a new temperature sensor in.  I don't think we would opt for a radio. If you are running jets, I doubt you could enjoy a radio. Sometimes I do like the colored LED lights, but most often we sit in the dark. I find the waterfall a little annoying, and usually shut it off.
We live in the Blue Ridge Mtns. in Virgina, and use the tub year round.
Hank and Pat
Copper Hill, VA
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Markus on April 12, 2006, 08:39:41 pm
1.  2005 Hot Springs, Vanguard
2.  5 months
3.  8,000
4.  Lights inside/outside (they look sharp), no radio
5.  We use it every day
6.  Mass
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: anne on April 12, 2006, 08:46:03 pm
1. Arctic Summit Legend
2. 3 weeks
3. 8K
4. No and no and dont regret it
5.  :D Yes :D
6. Central CA
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Vinny on April 12, 2006, 08:58:49 pm
1 - 2005 Artesian Grand Cayman
2 - about 10 months
3 - $6700 - $6800
4 - no radio, single LED light - youngest loves it, I guess  it's OK but I like to soak in the dark and see the stars.
5 - Yes with a but. I probably wouldn't buy another spa with a neck collar seat. Other than that the tub is awesome!!
6 - NJ
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: lynnette on April 13, 2006, 07:57:36 am
 Hi,  
1.  Tiger River Caspian
2.  1 1/2 Years
3.  $7,100
4.  No
5.  Yes, Very Happy
6.  Michigan
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Tatooed_Lady on April 13, 2006, 08:17:56 am
1. '06 Hot Spring Grandee
2. Delivered here March 31 this year.
3. $8,225 total.
4. No SpAudio (I'm not rich enough to pay $1700 for a radio), standard lighting package worth TWICE the price!  ;D
5. Stupidly happy, I'm with Brook on this one...it's improved my marriage so far...
6. Just north of Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
7. You're welcome.  :)
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: drewstar on April 13, 2006, 09:08:21 am
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Just a few questions ---
1.  What kind of hot tub do you have, make and model?
2.  How long have you had it?
3.  How much did you pay for it?
4.  Did you get the "radio and the lights"?  If you did were they worth it?
5.  Are you happy with your hot tub choice?
6.  Where do you live?
Thanks in advance...




I have a 2005 Tiger River Caspain.  (prior to that a 1999 Nordic dog dish)

The Caspain s 11 months old


I paid $7200 for it, (all the standard stuff included, and crane delivery).  I think the price was just a bit high (maybe by $300, but my wife loved the foot dome so...)

I am very happy with my tub. It fits my needs, and is everything I expected it to be.  


No radio.i  t came standard with a 3 pos dimming  "bug zapper blue" light in the tub.  I really like the standard light.  :)

I live in Central MA.

Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: cappykat on April 13, 2006, 09:30:12 am
1.  What kind of hot tub do you have, make and model?  Marquis Epic
2.  How long have you had it?  6 months
3.  How much did you pay for it?
4.  Did you get the "radio and the lights? yes  If you did were they worth it? yes
5.  Are you happy with your hot tub choice?  love it
6.  Where do you live?
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: devilwoman on April 13, 2006, 09:54:04 am
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Just a few questions ---
1.  What kind of hot tub do you have, make and model?
2.  How long have you had it?
3.  How much did you pay for it?
4.  Did you get the "radio and the lights"?  If you did were they worth it?
5.  Are you happy with your hot tub choice?
6.  Where do you live?
Thanks in advance...



Artesian Dove Canyon
8 months
8700.00
No bells or whistles
VERY VERY HAPPY  so far
Soldotna Alaska
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Drewski on April 13, 2006, 11:21:06 am
1.  What kind of hot tub do you have, make and model?  Artesian Piper Glen
2.  How long have you had it?  7 years this November
3.  How much did you pay for it? $8,500
4.  Did you get the "radio and the lights? N/A  If you did were they worth it? N/A
5.  Are you happy with your hot tub choice?  OH YEAH!
6.  Where do you live? Virginia Beach

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Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: vlady on April 13, 2006, 11:23:11 am
1. 2005 Sundance Cameo
2. 9 months
3. 10K
4. Yep, got it all and think it was worth it.
5. Love it!  Wouldn't change a thing.
6. Rural area outside of Kansas City, MO
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Orthofunk on April 13, 2006, 11:24:01 am
1.  '05 Sundance Maxxus
2.  10 months
3.  $10500
4.  Yes lights, no radio... definately need the lights
5.  Very happy with the tub
6.  St. Louis area
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Tubaholic on April 13, 2006, 11:54:04 am
2004 HS Grandee-  color-Pearl/redwood cabinet
Aug. 04
$8200  with all the toys, Steps,cover & lifter
Luminescence- 6 color light system- love it
No radio as its indoors and have tv and surround system in that room
Very happy with our choice
Woodstock, Illinois 65 miles NW of Chicago
the edge of the "burbs"
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: windsurfdog on April 13, 2006, 01:48:37 pm
2004 MasterSpas LSX
Installed on 7/11/04
$8k
No radio/TV--Yes ColorGlo LED light bulb, definitely worthwhile
Ecstatic with my choice.  Excellent therapy and reliability (so far)
Northern Gulf Coast of Florida
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: theziggs on April 13, 2006, 02:13:07 pm
1988 Sundance Cameo  :)
4 years
trade in
no
yes
NewTripoli Pa.
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: jsimo7 on April 13, 2006, 03:08:06 pm
HS Envoy
April 05
8400
lights yes and installed outdoor speakers
happy with the tub
Central Ohio
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: hotelier on April 13, 2006, 03:46:14 pm
1.  Artesian Onyx
2.  Since Dec 2005
3. $7,700
4. No radio or lights.  I like to see the stars.
5. Very happy.
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: TrikkeAddict on April 13, 2006, 06:06:59 pm
1.  What kind of hot tub do you have, make and model?  2005 Sundance Cameo
2.  How long have you had it?   July 2005
3.  How much did you pay for it?   Don't remember - somewhere close to 9k, I think
4.  Did you get the "radio and the lights"?  If you did were they worth it?  Lights yes, radio no.  Never use the lights
5.  Are you happy with your hot tub choice?  Very happy with it
6.  Where do you live?   Bethlehem Twp., PA
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: AmySue on April 14, 2006, 08:11:10 am
1. 2004 Jacuzzi J365
2. Since July 2004
3. $6200
4. No Radio - Lights Standard - like them
5. Yes
6. Central Jersey
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: bulmer4nc on April 14, 2006, 09:52:02 am
1.  2004 Sundance Optima
2.  1 1/2 years - Installed Aug 04
3.  ~7700
4.  No Radio but we got the multicolor LED - Love the Light
5.  Very happy - we're taking it with us when we move in 2 months
6.  North Carolina
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: aaahhh on April 14, 2006, 09:58:27 am
1.  2004 Marquis Euphoria

2. May of 2004

3. $7,400

4. Just Light's

5. Yes, Yes, Yes.

6. Eau Claire, WI
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: tanstaafl2 on April 14, 2006, 04:06:08 pm
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Just a few questions ---
1.  What kind of hot tub do you have, make and model?
2.  How long have you had it?
3.  How much did you pay for it?
4.  Did you get the "radio and the lights"?  If you did were they worth it?
5.  Are you happy with your hot tub choice?
6.  Where do you live?
Thanks in advance...


1. '06 Reflections Granada (not one you hear about much on this site!)
2. About 1 month
3. 9K plus Uncle Sam's pound of flesh.  I shudder to think of the cost for all the other stuff! (Electrical, underdeck roof, motorized privacy screens, concrete shim, towel tree, etc.)
4. LED Light package, no radio. Lights were included in the price but I kinda like 'em. I have wall mounted speakers on the patio next to the tub already so didn't need a radio and it didn't seem worth the cost anyway.
5. Happy so far. Not without some flaws but I doubt there is a "perfect" spa out there, at least not for me.
6. Atlanta, GA

Why do you ask? Doing a study or are you just curious?

Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: PaulMc on April 14, 2006, 10:00:03 pm
1.  What kind of hot tub do you have, make and model?  Sundance Majesta

2.  How long have you had it?  July 2005

3.  How much did you pay for it? about 9K US

4.  Did you get the "radio and the lights"?  If you did were they worth it?  stereo - yes, standard in tub and waterfall light - yes, worth it - yes

5.  Are you happy with your hot tub choice?  Fully, Completely

6.  Where do you live?  GTA, Ontario
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: blizzard on April 15, 2006, 02:07:43 am
1.  What kind of hot tub do you have, make and model? Diamondback spas Monsoon 100 jet model
2.  How long have you had it? 4 months
3.  How much did you pay for it? 8500
4.  Did you get the "radio and the lights"?  If you did were they worth it? Got the extra light package and stereo and wouldn't buy a tub without them
5.  Are you happy with your hot tub choice? Absolutely love it
6.  Where do you live? Dayton, Ohio
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: svspa on April 15, 2006, 12:19:19 pm
1. Jacuzzi J-345.
2. 8 months.
3. $6500 (step, ozone, cover lift included).
4. No radio, LED light system standard on Jacuzzi 300 series.
5. Very happy.
6. Sunnyvale, CA
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Dee Dee on April 18, 2006, 01:50:34 pm
Why do you ask? Doing a study or are you just curious?  --- I am not doing a study.  I am just curious because I am looking for a hot tub and I just wanted to know what kind everyone had because you guys all seem to know alot.  I never realized hot tubs were so exspensive and that there were so many different dealers, then different models, with different options.  I had my pool put in about 3 years ago and even though it cost more money than a hot tub, it was easier for me to decide on what I wanted because I knew what I wanted.   With all these choices, I keep changing my mind! LOL!!!  I mean I want to buy a "floor" model because I am told they are cheaper, but  the floor model I want doesn't have lights or a radio...  Do these items really matter?  Is it worth $2200.00 to get a "new" one with the lights and radio verses the floor model?

Thanks for all the replies everyone!!!  Hopefully I can answer my own questions someday!
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: drewstar on April 18, 2006, 01:59:08 pm
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Why do you ask? Doing a study or are you just curious?  --- I am not doing a study.  I am just curious because I am looking for a hot tub and I just wanted to know what kind everyone had because you guys all seem to know alot.  I never realized hot tubs were so exspensive and that there were so many different dealers, then different models, with different options.  I had my pool put in about 3 years ago and even though it cost more money than a hot tub, it was easier for me to decide on what I wanted because I knew what I wanted.   With all these choices, I keep changing my mind! LOL!!!  I mean I want to buy a "floor" model because I am told they are cheaper, but  the floor model I want doesn't have lights or a radio...  Do these items really matter?  Is it worth $2200.00 to get a "new" one with the lights and radio verses the floor model?

Thanks for all the replies everyone!!!  Hopefully I can answer my own questions someday!



Radios and lights and waterfalls are expsenisve options. (They can add $1- $2thousdand to the price.  If you are on a tight budget, or don't care,  my advice is not to go for these options.  

The folks who do have the upgraded features like TV's  and radios, enjoy them, but they are definatly a luxary item and are not necessary.   If they are important to you and fit your budget then go absolutely consider tubs that offer these upgrades.  

Me? I love my no frills tub.  :)
Title: Re: What kind of Hot Tub do you have?
Post by: Spatech_tuo on April 18, 2006, 02:05:27 pm
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 Is it worth $2200.00 to get a "new" one with the lights and radio verses the floor model?


I think down the line you may be sitting in the spa and loving it yet you'll think "heck, the stereo is OK and the lights are nice but I sure wish I had that $2200".

If you're talking about 2 like spas where the only tangible difference is the stereo and lights I'd go for the floor model for sure (but that's me).