Swimergy Swim System

PROS AND CONS

The Swimergy^TM Swim System renders mechanical swimming machines obsolete for all except competition swimmers training for speed.

SWIMMING ADVANTAGES OVER OLD-FASHIONED MECHANICAL SWIMMING MACHINES

You can swim naturally, changing your pace or stroke without having to constantly adjust 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 peaceful and relaxing, as you are not hammered by constant mechanical noise.

Training in a current-free pool is better for increasing strength and endurance, and burning calories, as it takes more effort to swim in place in still water.

Use it as a family pool. Because no machinery clutters the pool (many swimming machines fill over 50% of the pool area with propeller housings and ducts misrepresented as "benches") there is enough room for the family to play and relax.

COST ADVANTAGES

The Swimergy^TM Swim System uses no electricity. 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 2010 prices, an optimistic estimate).

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

It is easy to assemble. Since there is no involved machinery, assembly is 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 tear out 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 can not work on streamlining your style.
You cannot swim without a pair of water shoes your size. Extra shoes are $50 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 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 .

Comparison with other swimming machines:

SwimEx 500OS $28,200 (Base Price, 2010)	Swimergy Compact $6400 (Base price, 2010)	Endless Original $20,900 (Base Price, 2010)
*Included at this price:*	Included at this price:	*Included at this price:*
7.5' x 17'6" free standing & self supporting fiberglass pool	8'x 15' x 48" free standing steel panel pool	8 'x 15' x 42" free standing steel panel pool
6.5' x 12' x 50" deep swim area	7' x 14' x 45" deep swim area, other sizes and depths available	7' x 14' x 39" deep swim area, other sizes and depths available
One-piece fiberglass construction (white finish)	Vinyl liner interior (your choice of color)	Vinyl liner interior (dark blue)
SwimEx Patented Paddlewheel Propulsion System (6' wide current)	Elastic tether system, in still water	Endless Pools Hydraulic Propeller Propulsion System (21" wide current)
Manually adjusted speed up to 4.5 MPH	Tension adjustment for tuning tether system to swimmer's strength	Manually adjusted speed up to 3 MPH
SwimEx Water Quality System (cartridge filter, circulating pump, 5.5kw Electric heater)	Sand filter standard, cartridge available at same price; pump; gas or electric heater at same price, salt system, timer (We recommend the sand filter, it is much easier to clean)	Endless Pools Water Quality System (cartridge filter, circulating pump, 5.5kw Electric heater, timer)
Two stainless steel front exercise bars		Front Exercise Bar
	Anti-wave racing lanes

Options and Accessories
	SwimEx 500OS	Swimergy Compact	Endless Pools
50 inch water depth	Included	Deep liners are a no cost option	$1,000
Coping border around pool	Included (fiberglass)	$900	$1,300
Thermal Blanket	$120	Included	Included
Water Purification System	$525 Ozonator	Salt system included; Ozone available (Ionizers not recommended: NOT commercially approved, and need chlorine backup)	Included Copper/Silver ionizer
Water Vacuum	$49	Included	Included
Water Speed Indicator	$750 (timer as well)	NA	$120
High Performance 6 HP motor	Included	NA	$700
Entrance Steps & Handrail	Included	Included	$200
2 Handrails near steps	Included	Optional	$400
Exercise Step	Included	Included	$75
Solar heater (replaces the standard gas or electric heater)		8'x10' Solar panels, controller, motorized valve, and installation: $1000 upgrade
Dellivery, ssembly and installation	~ $2000* +Electrical service	$1500 Plug-in pump, no electrical service needed	~ $4000* +Electrical service
*prices are approximate
	SwimEx 500OS	Swimergy Compact	Endless Pools Original
MINIMUM PRICE INSTALLED (Utilities, site prep, cabinets and permits extra)	$30,200	$7,900	$24,900

	SwimEx	Swimergy	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.	NONE NEEDED	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 runs only down the center 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.	SEE LIST	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.	CUSTOM COLORS AND PATTERNS AVAILABLE	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.	SwimergyTM Swim Systems are constructed from galvanized steel panels with vinyl liner and tension straps. Foam insulation can be added as an additional option. Entire system weighs less than 300 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 105 amp service at 240 volts. (25.2 kW)	SwimergyTM Swim Systems require power only to run the filter pump and salt system, normally ~3.5 amps at 120 volts (O.43 kW)	Standard Endless Pool model requires single phase and 80-amp service at 240 volts. (19.2 kW)
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.	SwimergyTM Swim Systems steel panels arrive in "kit" form and are assembled on-site and can be moved into any area of the home. All kits require assembly. They 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 $28,200 FOB factory	The compact model kit starts at $6400, delivery included in the tri-state metropolitan area	The standard model Endless Pool starts at $20,900 FOB factory
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 8 ft. wide by 16 ft. long is required for the compact model. Access is required in the front of the pool. A flat level surface bearing 225 lbs. per sq. ft. is required.	An area 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 bearing 225 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 compact SwimergyTM has a 7 ft. wide, 14 ft. long and 44 in. deep water volume. Length and depth can be modified as an option. An underwater step is available as a no-cost option to facilitate entry and exit.	The standard Endless Pool has a 7 ft. wide, 14 ft. long and 39 in. deep water volume. 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.	STILL WATER POOL	Endless Pools feature currents ranging from 0 to 3-mph.

Swimergy^TM Swim Systems
phone: 212-674-4567
e-mail: swimergy@gmail.com