WHO THE ^%#@! ARE YOU?

[georgiapeach]

I am Rob Da Consumer....From Georgia

Still searching for a tub, but I have decided to re-invent my whole backyard after going to a backyard/patio show in Atlanta.

Originally from NJ, moved to GA this past summer, don't miss NJ except for the Shore.

Hottubber used to shop at your EB location..until a salesmen lied his butt off to me, then went elsewhere from that point on. My sister did buy a pool from you from your Princeton location though. She is very happy.

Not sure what tub I will buy as of yet, since I decided to re-invent my whole back yard I will have to wait until next year, so now I am just surfing around and reading up.

Married 8 years, 3 children, work the overnight and coach soccer for 7 year old screaming girls.

Any Georgia dealers feel free to send me a message so when I am ready I will give your product a dip. (lori's advice   )

been around pools all my life I think I used to be a fish, either that or a bottle of beer.  

and thank god for bubbles.  

Mellowbeerman,

Where are you in GA?

[Bigbender]

A happy consumer here...

Name;  Mike or Michael

Location;  South central Pennsylvania

Hot tub;  After comparing cost and wet testing various tubs, we purchased a Coleman 471 Deluxe for our Christmas present this year. My only regret was not having the chance to see Spahappy and her co-worker give their bikini sales pitch before my decision. I believe the demonstration would have persuaded me to go with the most expensive model Seriously though, the knowledge and guidance from the kind people on this forum helped us wade through the multitude of choices and now that we’re owners, it's a great source for information on how to keep my hot tub water sparkling clean so our friends and family can enjoy it with us.

Family status;  My wife and I have been married for 24 aggrevating (I mean) wonderful years. We have three beautiful daughters that are grown up and gone but luckily, they’re still living close to home. My faithful companion is Bear, our golden retriever and Bear’s best friend is Zoey, my daughter’s golden retriever pup.

Personal info;  I work as a cad and graphics designer in the corrugated industry and my wife is a registered nurse. In the evenings, she tries to keep up with the housework and my time will be spent doing yard work, building stuff out of wood, custom welding, or cutting firewood. Our weekends and vacation time during the summer is spent at our cottage along the river.

Habits/ Hobbies;  Well… this is a long list but they include drinking beer, fishing, fly fishing, fly tying, hunting, training beagles, shooting sporting clays, canoeing, kayaking, and playing golf once in a while. I normally don’t have enough time leftover, but I enjoy building contemporary Kentucky long-rifles too.

Comments;  Normally, I wouldn’t share my personal info on line like this but I’m glad that Steve thought of asking. Some interesting people share this forum and knowing a little more about each other makes the on-line experience better for everyone involved. Maybe the next step would be to share pictures ? I know we’re all in shock from Autoplay’s pic so maybe it should be ladies first  

[Gary]

I am Batman, I think it is time for my meds again.

[HotTubMan]

I am Batman, I think it is time for my meds again.

Agreed

[Mendocino101]

I am my fathers Son.....no wait thats a song or line from a movie..... ....my name is Harry.....Started out as a spa shopper 2 years ago ....After finding the experience very disappointing and in the need of a career change due to an injury that promoted my need for a spa....my brother and I opened a store in Riverside, Ca "Indulge Yourself Spas and Body Care", we took a bit of a different  approach and try to offer the " Day Spa " experience at your home everyday ..... We are a Marquis dealer and very happy to be associated with such a consumer service driven company.....

[kvnlaw]

My name is Kevin, I am the sales manager for 2 retail stores in S. Fla. We sell Hot Spring(10+ years) and Softub(18+ years).  My beautiful wife is a realtor and we have 2 kids(10,8) a cat and a dog. I have been reading and periodically been contributing here for a couple of years and find this to be a wonderful source of info. for the consumer and spa professional.

[Drewski]

Drewski Here...

Company: Diversified Ambulance Billing, Virginia Beach, VA (we are an outsourcing billing agent for cities, counties, etc.)
Home: Virginia Beach, VA (Beachtown) USA. Born in Cleveland OH, raised in Fort Myers Beach, FL.
Capacity: Vice President (Consulting Services)
History: Graduated from Old Dominion University in 1991 (10 years after I started, BSHS and MPA), was a Diving Instructor (NAUI 7537) and charter boat Captain 1982 through 1986, Firefighter and Paramedic 1987 through 2002, came with my current company in 2002.

Had my first tub (through a roomate) in 1983 (wood) bought my own in 1999, an Artesian Piper Glen (figured I start off with something good).

I started posting on this board in August of 2004.  I blab alot (although less lately), but I like this forum. What can I say?

[bobhol]

Interesting stuff!! I own a  Hydropool serenity 6000 (Steve's influence when I was researching) Live in Peterborough ,Ont.

[bobhol]

Interesting stuff!! I own a  Hydropool serenity 6000 (Steve's influence when I was researching) Live in Peterborough ,Ont.I sell Honda cars for a living thats why I prefer quality and this board gives great quality advice. ...been in the appliance/electronics industry for 18 yrs.as well as playing music full time for 8 yrs. ...have 2 daughters just ready for university and really did NEED!! a hottub . its been great!...Bobhol

[Steve]

Glad you're enjoying it! The 6000 is an awesome tub!

Steve

[Zoo]

I live in Guelph, Ontario

Have been salivating over hot tubs for 4+ years now.

 Found this forum by accident; but have learned a lot.

 Favourite brands so far: Beachcomber, Hot Springs, Tiger River, D1.

  Part of the reason for being on the sidelines so far (not owning yet) is figuring out if my wife and I will stay where we are (small 30 ft lot). If we do then it is a 7' x 7' max size tub for us. We may go the Softtub 300 route for now.

[Brewman]

Any tub is better than no tub.  
Brewman

[yokeman]

name: hoke, i'm a owner/consumer.
started reading this forum last year.
hat's off to this forum it's the best out there.

occasionaly i post and sometime's insert my foot but i do enjoy all the infor that is shared here.

me?.....i work in the central florida area at a municipal waste water treatment plant.
other jobs have been..automobile and heavy truck diesel mechcanic. hydraulics mechcanic, construction work, e.g. plumbing, roofing, framing and 27 yrs in the army reserve.(instructor for small wheeled vehicles)

married 35 yrs to my high school sweet heart.
six children, one was adopted. youngest 25... hoorah!!

hobbies: brew beer, vint wine and mead.
play guitar, irish fiddle and bagpipes.

hope one day to purchase an up dated spa.
leaning towards hot spring or marquis.

it's been real nice reading about everyone!

[aaahhh]

aaahhh, Jeff, Eau Claire, WI

I picked aaahhh because that just what I say everytime I enter my 04 Marquis Euphoria.

Consumer: First time owner. Let me say it again aaahhh.
Owner since May, 04 Zero problems.

Independant Insurance Agent specializing in insuring Restaurants and Taverns in Wisconsin and Minnesota.

Married 20 years in October never had children and enjoying it. But we are not short on kid's to spoil.

Love to power boat and all water sports. I get a real kick out of pulling nieces and nephews around the lake on the tube. These weenies just don't want to learn how to water ski.  Pull me on the tube Uncle Jeff. Snowmobiling is another passion when we have snow  

I would have been totaly lost without the great advice from the outstanding members of this forum. This forum is a prerequisite for any new spa buyer.

Many thanks to all of you.

Purchased from Swim Rite Pools and Spa's
Chippewa Falls. WI        Awesome dealer.

[Deron]

Company: Master Spas, Inc.
Home: Auburn, Indiana (home of the classics...cars that is)
Capacity: IT Director
History: I have been with Master Spas for 3 years. I have enjoyed reading this board for about that long as well. Regardless of the brands it is always fun to hear people comment on their first soak. I appreciate all of the help that many of you give on this board, espicially Chas, Steve and several others. I also can't wait for the weather to break so I can try to knock the rust off of my golf game...