I hate hose reels

[ShaneB]

Pretty much all of them. They are typically cheaply made plastic, or made of steel and rust out. I havent bought one because I just dont want to deal with it. My entire life I have not dealt with a hose reel that was easy to use. Which is why when I decided I actually NEED one now for my business, I did some research and paid probably way too much money for one. I bought an Eley Rapid Reel Two Wheel Garden Hose Reel Cart.

This thing is like the Ferrari of hose reels! Bought it off amazon for well over $200 but fully expect it to last forever. Comes with a 10 year warranty too. Made of aluminum so no rust ever. The wheels are solid as well (like a hard rubber, not plastic) so they shouldnt have any issues either. I havent had a chance to use it yet but I assembled it and its a solid piece of work. On to pictures!

Small box IMO for whats inside
http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff486/shaneb785/20160428_164333.jpg

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All the parts laid out
http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff486/shaneb785/20160428_164803.jpg

Fully assembled with my 100 Briggs and Stratton rubber hose rolled up on it
http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff486/shaneb785/20160428_173212.jpg

It has this little brake as well thats adjusted to allow for a slight drag when unwinding so you dont unroll half the hose when you just want a few feet. REALLY COOL! It releases for when you want to reel the hose back up too.
http://i1238.photobucket.com/albums/ff486/shaneb785/20160428_173223.jpg

This thing stands solid. Hose unreels without tipping and winds back up effortlessly. The reel itself rides on 2 large nylon bushings so no real worry about corrosion. All the hardware (nuts/screws) are all stainless steel as well. They really thought of everything. Bit of an investment but should pay for itself in the long run as I dont think it will ever need replaced

[donbeezy]

i want a wall mounted one so bad. the price tag is insane though.

thanks for the pics!

[Bunky]

Nice and pricey.

[tom p.]

I have had the wall mount variety for a number of years now. It is a properly engineered unit. You have got to view it as a "lifetime" tool.

http://i1180.photobucket.com/albums/x414/billsouth/Autopia/DSC_2148_zpsepxlbzme.jpg

[ShaneB]

I have had the wall mount variety for a number of years now. It is a properly engineered unit. You have got to view it as a "lifetime" tool.


Exactly

[rlmccarty2000]

I keep looking for a new reel to replace my old plastic windup model, but $200 is a little steep. But a $200 wax is ok. Lol. Priorities.

[Swanicyouth]

I looked into hose reels extensively - and almost bought that exact one. However, I just cant afford to drop 2 bills on a hose reel at the moment - too much other stuff to buy.

So, I cheaped out and bought a plastic one for now.

But, the hose really also makes all the difference IMHO. Although the cheap plastic hose reel I bought will prolly leak one day - the hose rolls up easily on it with no tangles.

[Tpr1634]

Ive had mine for a year and absolutely love it.

[ShaneB]

I looked into hose reels extensively - and almost bought that exact one. However, I just cant afford to drop 2 bills on a hose reel at the moment - too much other stuff to buy.

So, I cheaped out and bought a plastic one for now.

But, the hose really also makes all the difference IMHO. Although the cheap plastic hose reel I bought will prolly leak one day - the hose rolls up easily on it with no tangles.

I was thinking about the same, but I decided to make an investment out of it. First one im buying and expect it to be the last. especially with the warranty

[JSFM35X]

I have one wall and one cart. Its been 2 years. Before that nothing lasted a season. Ive purchased dozens of suncast and other reels. Now Im done. These are awesome.

[RaskyR1]

Why didt you go baller status and buy the $700 RoboReel? :D

[rlmccarty2000]

Now a $700 hose reel is something to put on my Xmas wish list. You think the wife would understand?

[RaskyR1]

Now a $700 hose reel is something to put on my Xmas wish list. You think the wife would understand?

Not likely! :D

[Angus]

Wow, that hose reel is super nice! Too much coin for my needs tho.

[JSFM35X]

I have the ceiling mounted robo reel power and the ceiling mounted robo reel air. The water is just too expensive and as much as I love tech toys. I just cannot justify it so I purchased 2 Eley reels, one wall and another on the cart with nice non kink hoses. (easier tro justify after seeing the big $ on the robo) and Im am happy with my purchase on all 3 items. Might actually add another robo power with a wall hanger and floor stand for when I need to work further than 50 from the center of the garage.



Why didt you go baller status and buy the $700 RoboReel? :D