Swimergy Swim System

PROS AND CONS

The Swimergy^TM Swim System improves over mechanical swimming machines in many ways:

SWIMMING ADVANTAGES

You can swim more naturally, changing your pace or stroke without having to adjust any machinery.

Swim with a partner: since there is no machinery in the water there is plenty of room for two people.

Rough water is smoothed by the anti-wave features (pat. pending), for a more comfortable swim.

This is one system you can never outswim, no matter how powerful a swimmer you are. Just tighten up a bit on the elastic as you develop more strength, and pour it on.

The swim is more peaceful and relaxing, as you are not bothered by annoying mechanical noises.

Training in a current-free pool will increase strength and burn more calories, as it takes more effort to pull the hands through water that is moving more slowly past the body.

Use it as a family pool when not working out. Because no machinery clutters the pool (some swimming machines take up over 50% of the pool space with propeller housings and ducts (presented as "benches")) there is enough room for the family to play and relax.

EQUIPMENT ADVANTAGES

The Swimergy^TM Swim System needs no electricity for swimming. Over the twenty year life span of an average swimming machine, the savings could amount to upwards of ten thousand dollars, assuming five hundred dollars a year in energy costs (at 2005 prices, an optimistic estimate). The cost of eventual repairs to all that machinery is not included as it cannot be easily estimated.

As the Swimergy^TM Swim System filter system is highly energy-efficient and uses only a minimal amount of electricity (about 500W peak energy use with the light and the chlorine generator on), the additional expense of an electrician's services also is avoided, as the unit can usually be plugged into the nearest outlet (respecting local electrical codes, of course).

Because of its reduced size and super-efficient pump, the Swimergy^TM Swim System not only uses far less energy than a swimming machine, it also uses far less energy than a regular swimming pool. The graph below shows the difference:

COMPARISON OF ENERGY EFFICIENCY

Swimming pool: 15 kW/hours per day

Swimming machine: 10 kW/hours per day

Swimergy Swim System: 1 kW/hour per day

There is no machinery to take up valuable space and limit motion inside the pool.

The cost of buying and operating complex machinery is totally eliminated, saving thousands of dollars.

It is easy to assemble. Since there is no complex machinery involved, assembly is relatively quick and inexpensive

There is not much that can break down, and repairs, if needed, are simple. When the liner needs replacement, just unclip it and drop another in, without needing to totally disassemble the machinery(!).

What you cannot do in the SwimergyTM Swim System that you could in a mechanical counter-current swimming machine:

You cannot swim unrestrained. Not for long, anyway, as you soon run out of room.
You cannot jog against a moving stream of water. If that is your need, this system is not for you. You can, however, jog in place and do any number of other water exercises which do not require the water to be in motion.
You cannot swim without a separate pair of shoes for each user, or a complete set of sizes, so no one will feel left out. Extra shoes are $40 a pair.

Compared to a regular pool, the Swimergy^TMSwim System needs a lot less space (see spec page) and could be installed indoors or out, on ground or part-way in, or fully in-ground.

Though quite a bit more expensive than a comparably sized above-ground pool, the Swimergy^TM Swim System is far more durable and technologically sophisticated, provides a more comfortable swim, and comes as a complete system.

However, if you can't or don't want to buy a Swimergy^TMSwim System, you can still swim in a small pool by simply using the Riptide^TM resistance swimming device in a regular above-ground or in-ground pool. It is available from Riptide for well under a hundred dollars, including shipping.

Compared with other swimming machines:

SwimEx 500OS $21,900 (Base Price)		Endless Pools $18,400 (Base Price)
*Included at this price:*		*Included at this price:*
7.5' x 17'6" free standing & self supporting SwimEx pool		8 'x 15' free standing Endless Pool
6.5' x 12' x 50" deep swim area		7' x 14' x 39" deep swim area
One-piece fiberglass construction (white finish)		Vinyl liner interior (dark blue)
SwimEx Patented Paddlewheel Propulsion System (6' wide current)		Endless Pools Hydraulic Propeller Propulsion System (21" wide current)
Variable speed up to 4.5 MPH		Variable speed up to 3 MPH
SwimEx Water Quality System (cartridge filter, circulating pump, 5.5kw Electric heater)		Endless Pools Water Quality System (cartridge filter, circulating pump, 5.5kw Electric heater, timer)
Two stainless steel front exercise bars		Front Exercise Bar
Fiberglass Entrance Steps w/handrails		Endless Pools Vacuum
Two water exercise stations (10" front step and angled running pad)		Endless Pools Floating Thermal blanket

Options and Accessories
	SwimEx 500OS	Endless Pools
50 inch water depth	Included	$1,000
Coping border around pool	Included (fiberglass)	$1,200
Thermal Blanket	$120	Included
Water Purification System	$525 Ozonator	Included Copper/Silver
Water Vacuum	$49	Included
Water Speed Indicator	$750 (timer as well)	$120
High Performance 6 HP motor	Included	$700
Entrance Steps & Handrail	Included	$200
2 Handrails near steps	Included	$400
Exercise Step	Included	$75
Crane for offloading one-piece pool	$500*	N/A
Assembly of steel panels, Installation of vinyl liner, Install of plumbing fixtures To pool sidewall	N/A (one-piece)	$4000*
*prices are approximate and may vary per location
	SwimEx 500OS	Endless Pools
Price	$23,844	$26,095

	SwimEx	Endless Pools
Water Current	The swim current is generated by a paddlewheel located at the rear of the pool and driven by an electric motor. The current moves up to 30,000 gallons per minute. The current is 6 ft wide and 18" to 30" deep depending on the model. The current is the entire width of the pool.	The Endless Pool swim current is generated by a 16" propeller inside a 21" x 18" steel box driven by a hydraulic motor. The current moves up to 5,000 gallons per minute. The current is 21" wide and 18" deep and located in the middle of the Endless Pool.
Accessories	Available SwimEx accessories include retractable security cover, underwater lights, hydrotherapy jets, gas heater, Swimometer(TM) (timer and current readout), side and front handrails, ozonator, water vacuum, fiberglass steps.	Available Endless Pools accessories include retractable security cover, underwater lights, hydrotherapy jets, gas heater, swim mirror, swim gauge and handrails.
Aesthetics	SwimEx's standard color is white with six different colors of gelcoat available. The customer may also choose from hundreds of colored waterline tile colors to coordinate dcor.	Endless Pools' vinyl liner comes in three different color options. Waterline color tiles are not available.
Construction	SwimEx pools are constructed from fiberglass with a balsa wood core and gel coat finish. The wood core creates built-in insulation. The pool is bullet proof and weighs 3,000 pounds.	Endless Pools are constructed from galvanized steel panels with vinyl liner and tension straps. Foam insulation can be added as an additional option. Entire Endless Pool system weighs less than 300 pounds.
Electrical Requirements	Standard SwimEx model requires 220/240 volt single phase and 105-amp service.	Standard Endless Pool model requires 220 volts single phase and 80-amp service.
Installation	One-piece seamless design (no assembly required) is available for new construction. SwimEx Pools made in 4 or 8 piece designs allow easy access into existing homes. SwimEx Pools can be installed in-ground above ground and partially in-ground.	Endless Pools steel panels arrive in "kit" form and are assembled on-site and can be moved into any area of the home. All Endless Pools require assembly. Endless Pools can be installed in-ground, above ground and partially in-ground.
Price	One-piece pre-assembled SwimEx model starts at $21,900.	The standard model Endless Pool starts at $18,400
Site Requirements	An area of 12 ft. wide by 20 ft. long is required for the standard size SwimEx pool. Access is required on two sides. A flat level surface allowing 460 lbs. per sq. ft. is required.	An area of 12 ft. wide by 18 ft. long is required for the standard size Endless Pool. Access is required in the front of the pool. A flat level surface allowing 200 lbs. per sq. ft. is required.
Water Area	The standard SwimEx size is 6ft. wide and 12 ft. long. Some models increase length to 16 or 18 feet. The four depths available are 42 in., 48 in., 50 in., and 60 in. A deep well of 6 or 7 ft. is also available. SwimEx models are available with or without side benches.	The standard Endless Pool is 8 ft. wide, 15 ft. long and 39 in. deep. Length and depth can be adjusted as an additional option. A one-foot bench surrounds the perimeter wall of the Endless Pool.
Water Speed	SwimEx pools feature 40 different currents, with speeds ranging from 0 to 6.5 mph.	Endless Pools feature currents ranging from 0 to 3-mph.

Swimergy^TM Swim Systems
90-01 31st Ave
Jackson Heights, NY 11369

phone: 212-674-4567
e-mail: swimergy@gmail.com