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The Reward and Resort models are both nice tubs. I think hottubguy owns the Resort model and loves it.If you're wanting to add MicroSilk, it can only be added to an Epic, Resort, Euphoria, Promise, or Spirit model (not available on a Reward). Another thing to keep in mind is that MicroSilk is an expensive option, so it may stretch your budget a bit. Everyone that I know that has purchased it seems to love the option.The warranties between the 2 brands are nearly identical.
Well it looks like the Caldera won this from a pure cost perspective and lounge comfort. The model that fits my budget was the Martinique. I received a quote of $8595 with stairs, cover and start up chemicals.Does anyone else live in New England and know if that seems like a fair price? They seemed like a good dealer not pushy and was straight forward when I said I wanted to use the 36 month deal they said they would have to mark up the tub $200.
Quote from: Tman122 on March 25, 2016, 12:01:29 amI agree, wood framing has performed for the life of every 20 year old quality tub I have disposed of.You seem like you have been around awhile? Do you also think the Marquis is a step up from Caldera? Also I took that whole picture above with a grain of salt, If it was that great the rest of the industry would try to do something similar. I wasn't even thinking about the noise! thanks for pointing it out.
I agree, wood framing has performed for the life of every 20 year old quality tub I have disposed of.