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I'm curious how much change there is from one model year to the next for the industry. Is it like cars where they are basically the same for 2-3 years then maybe a major change? Are changes more likely cosmetic or internal with pumps, etc. What have been the some of the most significant changes for the better the last few years?
These are some areas that I personally hope the industry will work on for future tub designs......my personal "wish list".#1.I think they should make changes in the way tubs drain for water changes where it is easier and much more automated....even if it is just offered as an option to folks that want to pay for it.I am going to eventually do this to my tub with a customization.(and yes, yes I know it will affect my warranty)#2.Another area is the control display units should be more user friendly and easy to read in bright sunlight. Also control units that swivel....I think some brands already offer this....where you can see it right side up whether you are standing outside the tub or you can swivel it where you can read it from inside the tub.#3.Better built in drink holders...deep "non-tip over" drink holders that have drainage features.#4. Thinner lighter hot tub covers made from high tech materials that have the same ability to retain heat as the traditional cover...I personally think hot tub cover lifters are ugly and this would help make them obsolete! #5.Pop-up towl racks. Offer an optional telescoping towel rack that pops up from within the corner part of a tub shell. When not being used it slides back down into shell/frame area so cover will close.
drew....build it and they will come..........
Varaiable speed pumps: Not 2 speed or such, but is it possible to have a rheostat or pot on a pump to dial up and down the speed? (like a dimmer on a light)?