Are you in a colder environment? Just wondering how the fittings handle the cold. A lot of reals like this are great, but after 1yr they leak all over.
@@wesimmons05 I’m in Toronto Canada never brought it in for winter it stays outside. The only thing I do before winter is making sure the hose is drained, nozzles all removed and spigot shut off. Never had a problem with it or leak. Maybe just luck.
@@rays9499 Hey Ray and Will. Our Hose Reels have a unique and patented technology of Frost Proofing, which allows our reels to be left out in the cold! Although just like anything the reel would appreciate being brought into the garage when it gets REALLY cold. :D
Definitely intersted to hear more about the newer/modern sprinklers. Back in the 90's a local department store (Ann & Hope in RI) started carrying Gardena when nobody in the US had ever heard of them. My mom bought a few of the quick connects and nozzels back then when I was a kid and I've been using their products myself ever since. I did have one of their sprinklers in the early 2000s but destroyed it by leaving it full of water in the shed one winter.
I absolutely love your videos, especially when you work on the lawn. I literally look everyday to see if you have put one up. Have a great day and keep them videos coming.
Thanks for the video! And yes, please review the Gardena products! I live in Europe and buy most of the water-related stuff from Gardena. It lasts the seasons, color doesn't fade and I love their watering systems for smaller gardens and plants as well. I use some of their digital watering computers, easy to setup and works flawlessly but would love to see you review some of their sprinklers! -Whenever something stops working or a hose suddenly disconnects due to water-pressure, it's always the products _not_ from Gardena - so gradually, my garden is becoming 100% Gardena products. As you say, yes, they are a bit pricier but you get what you pay for! Keep it up! :)
I have one and it’s the best! This is year three using it. The ground I installed the screw post in wasn’t the best and it wobbles a little but still holds in place.
I've had 2 gardena hose reels installed in my garden for over 2 years. They stayed outside for the entire length of my ownership and held up really great. I expected them to degrade or discolor over the period, because of the intense sun here in Sri Lanka. However, I'm happy to say they haven't. I actually bought another one about a month ago and i could not tell the difference of color by just looking at them - in the sun, everything discolors, and i was genuinely surprised to see they haven't discolored at all. Even the connectors are working like brand new. I really don't buy anything other than gardena, because they offer great value - it's expensive but you see the value overtime. I can't remember how many hose reels and hoses i went through before buying the gardena.
Love it! Obviously was designed by a german whose wife would never roll up the water hose after she used it. I am buying one of these right now for our wedding anniversary! (wink) It is useful stuff like this is why I am still married, lol! Thank you so much for your wonderful recommendations, my wife loves them too.
Hey there, they are all very easy to set up, with different options for different applications. Check out the sprinkler video by Yuri on our channel to make your decision!
This seems like a really good product that is well made, but as of Sep 2022 this is listed for $259 plus tax which is an awful lot of money for a 50ft hose on a reel. For comparison, you could get a good quality lightweight 50ft fabric hose and a reel for less than 1/3 the price of this Gardena unit. Granted that a separate hose and cheap reel won't be nearly as good a user experience as this Gardena product. But in the current age of inflation and high prices crimping our budgets, the Gardena reel doesn't seem to be feasible or within reach for most of us.
Thank you for the review. We purchased a Hoselink product in 2022 and are very impressed. Have you compared Hoselink to Gardena in terms of these retractable hoses and/or other products?
The hoselink is excellent and I have shared a video on that one also. The main differences are the hoselink uses a large diameter hose and that can be a big advantage but they don't have a free standing model like this. So the real choice is in the mounting and the flow. Both are fantastic choices but if you love the portability of the screw design go with the Gardena, if you need larger flow and are OK to mount it the Hoselink will provide more flow.
Thanks for the response comment... I find tamhat equally helpful. I will state upfront I got the 82ft Hoselink and love it, but it only covers half my home. When I saw this auger setup I was excited as I use them ALL over my yard for stand alone posts: birdhouses, feeders, mailbox, weather station/anemometer post. No concrete!!! Simple twist and leveling. I am considering this for the other side of the home... because otherwise I get a second mount for the otherwise of the home (using a post as I have siding and stone)... and don't want to use concrete to set a post. If this unit came in 100ft. I would risk having two full product lines...but 50ft feet at that cost point may push me away. Seeing a sprinklers review deep dive given the timers would be intriguing. A new home is keeping you Uber busy with cranking out the videos.
Check your hose connectors. I bought 2 of those hose reels and on one of them the hose came off. After inspecting the connectors on both hoses, I found out that they were only halfway in and came loose. I'm lucky that this happened while someone was at home or I would have lost a lot of rainwater. After fixing the connectors I can only recommend those post-mounted hose reels.
Hi there, those hose end connectors are sometimes not tightened all the way from the factory and/or come loose on the way to the U.S from Germany. So they could definitely use a quick check up before use. Thank you for bringing that up!
It’s always amazes me how the Americans react to north European stuff like the wago and Gardena. That we have got used to over here in Europe. Tip for Americans you want a good solution and an sleek one 😉 look to Dutch / German or ikea solutions
@SilverCymbal there is a version of this (exactly the same) but with a gray and black color scheme, which should have matched better with a traditional house, not sure if this version is available in the US though. oh and at least per specs, those reels are supposed to be "Frostsicher" (freeze proof) but sure winterizing them for the winter will significantly extend their lifespan. last but not least an "insider tip" about Gardena products- Gerdena is a German brand and they have *many* (hence not all) very high quality products, but make sure before you buy that the specific item is "Made in Germany", since Gerdena also manufacturer some of their stuff in lower-wage countries, nevertheless usually the real good stuff is still kept under German production.. so if it's not "Made In Germany" expect it to be their lower-end line (regardless of what your "Home depot" sales person tells you). greetings from Germany
Silver Cymbal..love your videos. Any chance you could do a video on how to prevent stink bugs from getting into the house? I believe you are on the east coast and I know they have been a big problem there. They have taken over my home and driving me crazy!
Why are they not popular in USA? The ones offered here BREAK! As for Gardena's version why don't you get back to us in a year. I did see a viewer has had a couple of them in the Sri Lanka weather for over 2 years and loves them. Anyone else with one let us know how they've held up for you.
I like how you don't have to drill into house. I worry about longevity of these products and the need to replace one that is bolted to structure with a different one ( if original is no longer available).
A lot of reel break down, fortunately this one has a 5 year warranty. I should have mentioned that and at least Gardena is a real company. A lot of the "new" companies are gone as fast as they sell you something.
A lot of reel break down, fortunately this one has a 5 year warranty. I should have mentioned that and at least Gardena is a real company. A lot of the "new" companies are gone as fast as they sell you something.
@@Leonardokite Hey there! Yeah, just show us your digital proof of purchase (Amazon in this case) and we will replace your reel if it is a manufacturing defect!
I wonder how the plastic will hold up her in the Houston area, my backyard gets full southern exposure. The sun causes plastic to get very brittle after a couple of summers.
Thank you for your video most informative. I am curious as to what is the purpose of large pipe running out of the house and the what appears to some sort of auxiliary fan attached to the pipe . Is this a furnace exhaust or a ventilation system for baths or kitchens
Yes that is a Radon fan. Such a strange looking thing. In NH and most of New England Radon is very common. This was installed before I got here, though its debated Radon is supposedly the #1 cause or close to it for lung cancer. Its a simple fan that takes the air from under your foundation and put its into the air instead of sitting in your house
Melanor has a sprinkler that is adjustable like that. The Gardena one looks easier to adjust however. I’m assuming you can control the water flow as well on it?
Great review! I’ve been looking at these reels for a while so I can get rid of my suncast hose boxes. And I don’t want to mount to my siding. Do the review for the sprinklers, as I keep seeing knockoff ones of this brand.
i like the look of this hose reel. would it be possible to measure the inner diameter of the end fitting of the hoses? I know some companies have a very small inner diameter at the fitting causing a restriction in the hose.
Can you leave these outside over the winter? (After disconnecting from the house of course) Also, will we see any videos on your radon system? I think it's an issue that goes highly unaddressed. When we bought our home we found that 1 in 7 homes required a system and had no idea what to look for, but worked out with the seller to get one put in.
Hey Brett, yes the insides of the reel have our patented frost proof protection, it allows ice to expand inside without cracking anything. But of course, that will take a toll on the unit eventually and we highly recommend that it is drained and brought inside.
Hey Brendan! We are looking forward to the Sprinkler video as well. The Hose Reel ships with quick disconnects as standard. Here is our Amazon store - www.amazon.com/stores/GARDENA/page/EAA0B4D8-B673-4F05-858B-DC2280D9B65D?ref_=ast_bln
As someone who has a radon pipe like you, take my advice and get a vent cap to go on top. We had a few nights last year of flash flooding and the radon pipe flooded and got into the basement. It wasn't pretty.
Great vid. Are you going to install a sand point well on the new homestead? I bought mine based on your video last year and will probably install it at some point in the future.
Forgive me, I think I saw another video on your use of Hoselink's reel? Which do you like better, Gardena or Hoselink? I believe for Hoselink unless you choose to mount direct on the house or structure, you have the added steps of sourcing and installing your own 4x4 post which can be annoying lol. Thanks!
Aqua Joe a part of the Sun Joe company makes a sprinkler similar to this for around $30. Aqua Joe AJ-OSPR20 20-Nozzle Max Coverage Adjustable Gear Driven Oscillating Sprinkler on Sled Base, would be interesting to compare them.
I’m at Home Depot right now looking at a couple of Suncast (brand) hose reels. You can just tell by their cheap plastic construction that they’re not gonna last.
What is the inside diameter of the hose? Most of these reels come with a hose with a small ID and the flow sucks. I haven’t found one that has a normal ID (5/8”) even the ones that advertise they have that they don’t.
Thanks for another great video. I have been using Gardena for years and love them. That said I do not know of anywhere I can get them repaired. Since they reached out to you, could you ask if there is US repair? Thanks again
Hey Eric! For absolutely any product related questions or repair please open a case here - gardenasupportus.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new We will definitely get back to you. You can also reach out to us on Facebook or Instagram!
Great! Now I can’t decide between this or the Hoselink. This has 1/2 inch hose and the Hoselink has a 5/8. Based only on the hose size alone which would be better for a home garden? Wish the spike was sold on the 100 ft
Its easy, if you CAN mount a reel on the hose the hoselink will be a better choice th-cam.com/video/WhrRq6ChdIY/w-d-xo.html or Gardena's version is 100 feet but a smaller hose. BUT if you want quick and easy and instant install , this amzn.to/3QasHY1 is impossible to beat. Hoselink at this time has no freestanding offering like this so it really comes down to the install choice, but both are great choices.
Exactly what I was going to say. Especially given that you obviously are installing this near the faucet, and in my case, that's where my sprinkler system is installed as well and lots of outgoing pipes there.
Question for you.....our entire lot is sand. Do you think this would hold in the ground or would it end up coming loose because of constantly pulling on the hose (pun intended).
I wonder if you’re able to add those expandable hoses into the unit? Also, I wonder if you can add a 100’ expandable hose into the 50’ swivel version since it shrinks down heavily when the water is drained out.
@@wnybricky1559 Hey there, the hose locks in place when you stop pulling and starts to retract when you give it a slight tug once you're done watering.
Is there a way to lock this model to keep it from spinning in the wind or a storm? I’d rather not have to the the hose inside every time it might rain.
@@GardenaCan thank you for the response! I ask because I was looking at the house mounted options, and in the Southeast US we quite often get violet afternoon storms that would likely damaged this product or the house.
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3 videos in 3 days this is awesome! I love your videos keep them coming.
Much appreciated thank you
I have been DREAMING of a hose reel like this for years. Will definitly purchase one when the price drops. Thank you for the review!!
If only you came up with the idea. You'd be that much richer 😆 😂 🤣
i have the wall mounted version with 115 ft hose for over 5 years now! it still works like brand new. One of the greatest things in my garden!
😍 That's great to hear!
Yep! Me too, these Gardena Hose Reels are a game changer!
Are you in a colder environment? Just wondering how the fittings handle the cold. A lot of reals like this are great, but after 1yr they leak all over.
@@wesimmons05 I’m in Toronto Canada never brought it in for winter it stays outside. The only thing I do before winter is making sure the hose is drained, nozzles all removed and spigot shut off. Never had a problem with it or leak. Maybe just luck.
@@rays9499 Hey Ray and Will. Our Hose Reels have a unique and patented technology of Frost Proofing, which allows our reels to be left out in the cold! Although just like anything the reel would appreciate being brought into the garage when it gets REALLY cold. :D
I live in germany and Gardena is omnipresent here.
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Thanks again! Yes, I'd be interested in the sprinklers, too.
We want to see the review too ! :)
Definitely intersted to hear more about the newer/modern sprinklers. Back in the 90's a local department store (Ann & Hope in RI) started carrying Gardena when nobody in the US had ever heard of them. My mom bought a few of the quick connects and nozzels back then when I was a kid and I've been using their products myself ever since. I did have one of their sprinklers in the early 2000s but destroyed it by leaving it full of water in the shed one winter.
Hey there, we are eager to see Chris talk about them too! :D
I absolutely love your videos, especially when you work on the lawn. I literally look everyday to see if you have put one up. Have a great day and keep them videos coming.
Yes please, tell us more! 😁
Thanks for the video! And yes, please review the Gardena products! I live in Europe and buy most of the water-related stuff from Gardena. It lasts the seasons, color doesn't fade and I love their watering systems for smaller gardens and plants as well. I use some of their digital watering computers, easy to setup and works flawlessly but would love to see you review some of their sprinklers! -Whenever something stops working or a hose suddenly disconnects due to water-pressure, it's always the products _not_ from Gardena - so gradually, my garden is becoming 100% Gardena products. As you say, yes, they are a bit pricier but you get what you pay for! Keep it up! :)
Hey there! Thank you for being a Gardena customer! We are eager to see Chris's sprinkler review too!
This spike reel is exactly what im looking for. I wish i would have seen this video at the beginning of summer though!
I have one and it’s the best! This is year three using it. The ground I installed the screw post in wasn’t the best and it wobbles a little but still holds in place.
I love Gardena products. I am quite surprised they are not so popular in the US as in the EU
I've had 2 gardena hose reels installed in my garden for over 2 years. They stayed outside for the entire length of my ownership and held up really great. I expected them to degrade or discolor over the period, because of the intense sun here in Sri Lanka. However, I'm happy to say they haven't. I actually bought another one about a month ago and i could not tell the difference of color by just looking at them - in the sun, everything discolors, and i was genuinely surprised to see they haven't discolored at all. Even the connectors are working like brand new. I really don't buy anything other than gardena, because they offer great value - it's expensive but you see the value overtime. I can't remember how many hose reels and hoses i went through before buying the gardena.
Hey Asanka, that's great to hear that our UV stabilization of all our products work so well in the real world. Thank you for being a Gardena customer!
That's awesome!
I love your youtube channel! Very informative about products you test. Keep them coming!
Yes, please, I would appreciate seeing a review on the sprinklers! Thank you!
We want to see the review too ! :)
Love it! Obviously was designed by a german whose wife would never roll up the water hose after she used it. I am buying one of these right now for our wedding anniversary! (wink) It is useful stuff like this is why I am still married, lol! Thank you so much for your wonderful recommendations, my wife loves them too.
Haha! Good one Jim :D
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These Gardena products are really great!
Definatly want to see more videos on sprinklers!!! The price doesn't matter if they are not a nightmear to set app.
Hey there, they are all very easy to set up, with different options for different applications. Check out the sprinkler video by Yuri on our channel to make your decision!
Yes! Let’s see those sprinklers! 😁
Great video. I was just looking at those types and wanted something easy to install
I can’t imagine the amount of spam you have to sift through to actually find good products. Thanks for doing the hard work!
This seems like a really good product that is well made, but as of Sep 2022 this is listed for $259 plus tax which is an awful lot of money for a 50ft hose on a reel. For comparison, you could get a good quality lightweight 50ft fabric hose and a reel for less than 1/3 the price of this Gardena unit.
Granted that a separate hose and cheap reel won't be nearly as good a user experience as this Gardena product. But in the current age of inflation and high prices crimping our budgets, the Gardena reel doesn't seem to be feasible or within reach for most of us.
I could stomach the cost if it was a 100 foot hose with 3/4” diameter. The 1/2” and short length are deal busters for me.
@@jimb8601 me too
Thank you for the review. We purchased a Hoselink product in 2022 and are very impressed. Have you compared Hoselink to Gardena in terms of these retractable hoses and/or other products?
The hoselink is excellent and I have shared a video on that one also. The main differences are the hoselink uses a large diameter hose and that can be a big advantage but they don't have a free standing model like this. So the real choice is in the mounting and the flow. Both are fantastic choices but if you love the portability of the screw design go with the Gardena, if you need larger flow and are OK to mount it the Hoselink will provide more flow.
Thanks for the response comment... I find tamhat equally helpful. I will state upfront I got the 82ft Hoselink and love it, but it only covers half my home. When I saw this auger setup I was excited as I use them ALL over my yard for stand alone posts: birdhouses, feeders, mailbox, weather station/anemometer post. No concrete!!! Simple twist and leveling. I am considering this for the other side of the home... because otherwise I get a second mount for the otherwise of the home (using a post as I have siding and stone)... and don't want to use concrete to set a post. If this unit came in 100ft. I would risk having two full product lines...but 50ft feet at that cost point may push me away. Seeing a sprinklers review deep dive given the timers would be intriguing. A new home is keeping you Uber busy with cranking out the videos.
Definitely want to hear your take on the sprinklers!
We want to see the review too ! :)
Check your hose connectors. I bought 2 of those hose reels and on one of them the hose came off. After inspecting the connectors on both hoses, I found out that they were only halfway in and came loose. I'm lucky that this happened while someone was at home or I would have lost a lot of rainwater.
After fixing the connectors I can only recommend those post-mounted hose reels.
Hi there, those hose end connectors are sometimes not tightened all the way from the factory and/or come loose on the way to the U.S from Germany. So they could definitely use a quick check up before use. Thank you for bringing that up!
It’s always amazes me how the Americans react to north European stuff like the wago and Gardena. That we have got used to over here in Europe. Tip for Americans you want a good solution and an sleek one 😉 look to Dutch / German or ikea solutions
Please review different sprinklers, would like to hear your opinion. Thanks
@SilverCymbal there is a version of this (exactly the same) but with a gray and black color scheme, which should have matched better with a traditional house, not sure if this version is available in the US though. oh and at least per specs, those reels are supposed to be "Frostsicher" (freeze proof) but sure winterizing them for the winter will significantly extend their lifespan.
last but not least an "insider tip" about Gardena products- Gerdena is a German brand and they have *many* (hence not all) very high quality products, but make sure before you buy that the specific item is "Made in Germany", since Gerdena also manufacturer some of their stuff in lower-wage countries, nevertheless usually the real good stuff is still kept under German production.. so if it's not "Made In Germany" expect it to be their lower-end line (regardless of what your "Home depot" sales person tells you). greetings from Germany
Silver Cymbal..love your videos. Any chance you could do a video on how to prevent stink bugs from getting into the house? I believe you are on the east coast and I know they have been a big problem there. They have taken over my home and driving me crazy!
The cost it seems is worth it. Anything I’ve gotten that is German engineered has always lasted and performed flawlessly. Thanks for the review.
Gardena stuff is very durable.
You've never owned a Volkswagen, obviously.
@@rl7880 and BMWs are full of plastic crap
I wish Gardena would send me a that hose reel for testing. 😜
Why are they not popular in USA? The ones offered here BREAK! As for Gardena's version why don't you get back to us in a year. I did see a viewer has had a couple of them in the Sri Lanka weather for over 2 years and loves them. Anyone else with one let us know how they've held up for you.
Hey there, we offer a 5 year warranty on all our hose reels.
awesome review as always brother. Thank you. I would love to see the reviews on those sprinkler systems.
Looking forward to see your sprinkler review
Us too!
Great video as always. I'd love one of these.
I like how you don't have to drill into house.
I worry about longevity of these products and the need to replace one that is bolted to structure with a different one ( if original is no longer available).
A lot of reel break down, fortunately this one has a 5 year warranty. I should have mentioned that and at least Gardena is a real company. A lot of the "new" companies are gone as fast as they sell you something.
I had a similar hose reel and it worked great for two years, and then it was over with. It will be interesting to see how this one holds up.
A lot of reel break down, fortunately this one has a 5 year warranty. I should have mentioned that and at least Gardena is a real company. A lot of the "new" companies are gone as fast as they sell you something.
@@SilverCymbal Sweet, a 5 year warranty from a reputable company means a lot!
@@Leonardokite Hey there! Yeah, just show us your digital proof of purchase (Amazon in this case) and we will replace your reel if it is a manufacturing defect!
@@GardenaCan no, it was similar but NOT one of your products. But thank you for your kind response! Excellent 😊
@@Leonardokite Sounds good!
I wonder how the plastic will hold up her in the Houston area, my backyard gets full southern exposure. The sun causes plastic to get very brittle after a couple of summers.
Hey Michael, all our products are UV stabilized and will still have that beautiful black and turquoise color for years!
Purchased one
So far so good and pleased
Thank you for your video most informative. I am curious as to what is the purpose of large pipe running out of the house and the what appears to some sort of auxiliary fan attached to the pipe . Is this a furnace exhaust or a ventilation system for baths or kitchens
Yes that is a Radon fan. Such a strange looking thing. In NH and most of New England Radon is very common. This was installed before I got here, though its debated Radon is supposedly the #1 cause or close to it for lung cancer. Its a simple fan that takes the air from under your foundation and put its into the air instead of sitting in your house
Thanks again for the video(s) and the response , I didn’t know radon exhaust needed a power vent ,
Another VERY useful video. It looks like this is also available in 66 foot length? That might make a difference for some folks...
Yes it's available in a 66 foot version as well.
The 100 feet one seems nice, and will be long enough to cover most of my yard.
Hey there, yes we make reels from 50 ft to 115 ft!
Melanor has a sprinkler that is adjustable like that. The Gardena one looks easier to adjust however. I’m assuming you can control the water flow as well on it?
Great video & hope you make a video on the sprinklers & timers
We're eager to see it too! :)
Great review! I’ve been looking at these reels for a while so I can get rid of my suncast hose boxes. And I don’t want to mount to my siding. Do the review for the sprinklers, as I keep seeing knockoff ones of this brand.
I have this. Gardena spike hose reel. So far so good.
How many minutes would it take to steal?
What's the thing on the wall attached to what looks like a large vent pipe? Some kind of air-mover for the basement?
Yes correct its a radon mitigation system
i like the look of this hose reel. would it be possible to measure the inner diameter of the end fitting of the hoses? I know some companies have a very small inner diameter at the fitting causing a restriction in the hose.
I love your Chanel
You make great videos
Thank you so much 😀
My property is shallow top soil on top of mostly sand. I just wonder how well that would hold that screw mount in place.
Can you leave these outside over the winter? (After disconnecting from the house of course)
Also, will we see any videos on your radon system? I think it's an issue that goes highly unaddressed. When we bought our home we found that 1 in 7 homes required a system and had no idea what to look for, but worked out with the seller to get one put in.
Hey Brett, yes the insides of the reel have our patented frost proof protection, it allows ice to expand inside without cracking anything. But of course, that will take a toll on the unit eventually and we highly recommend that it is drained and brought inside.
Can you do a video on the sprinklers. Also see if you can get the hose without the quick disconnects. Thanks
Hey Brendan! We are looking forward to the Sprinkler video as well. The Hose Reel ships with quick disconnects as standard. Here is our Amazon store - www.amazon.com/stores/GARDENA/page/EAA0B4D8-B673-4F05-858B-DC2280D9B65D?ref_=ast_bln
I’d like to hear your review of the sprinklers
We're eager to see it too! :)
Gardena products are really top notch but they are no longer a German company.
They have been taken over / sold to Husqvarna and are made in Sweden.
Could you do the tuna can challenge for both sprinklers? Thank you.
We'd be interested to see the results of that too!
Recent reviews over at Amazon for the spike hose haven't been favorable.
As someone who has a radon pipe like you, take my advice and get a vent cap to go on top. We had a few nights last year of flash flooding and the radon pipe flooded and got into the basement. It wasn't pretty.
Great vid. Are you going to install a sand point well on the new homestead? I bought mine based on your video last year and will probably install it at some point in the future.
Yes please review the sprinklers!
We're eager to see it too! :)
Forgive me, I think I saw another video on your use of Hoselink's reel? Which do you like better, Gardena or Hoselink? I believe for Hoselink unless you choose to mount direct on the house or structure, you have the added steps of sourcing and installing your own 4x4 post which can be annoying lol. Thanks!
Aqua Joe a part of the Sun Joe company makes a sprinkler similar to this for around $30. Aqua Joe AJ-OSPR20 20-Nozzle Max Coverage Adjustable Gear Driven Oscillating Sprinkler on Sled Base, would be interesting to compare them.
Do a comparison with the Hoselink!
I’m at Home Depot right now looking at a couple of Suncast (brand) hose reels. You can just tell by their cheap plastic construction that they’re not gonna last.
The quick disconnect link is missing
$260??? You're killing me Smalls!!
nice things cost money
What is the inside diameter of the hose? Most of these reels come with a hose with a small ID and the flow sucks. I haven’t found one that has a normal ID (5/8”) even the ones that advertise they have that they don’t.
Thanks for another great video. I have been using Gardena for years and love them. That said I do not know of anywhere I can get them repaired. Since they reached out to you, could you ask if there is US repair? Thanks again
Hey Eric! For absolutely any product related questions or repair please open a case here - gardenasupportus.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/requests/new We will definitely get back to you. You can also reach out to us on Facebook or Instagram!
Good stuff!
On their web video it says it comes with lederhosen😮
That's funny!
Wonder how it would work in the soft ground of Florida. My yard is pretty much sand.
Wonder how well it stays in sand, and what happens to that plastic over long term southern sun exposure.... like South georgia.
Hi, Do you know of a pressure washer connector (the long pipe ones) that we can connect with Gardena?
Great video.
Yes, review them.
I need a 200’ hose reel. I’ve found only one, sold by Big Sprinkler in Oklahoma. If anyone knows another, please reply. Thanks.
Great! Now I can’t decide between this or the Hoselink. This has 1/2 inch hose and the Hoselink has a 5/8. Based only on the hose size alone which would be better for a home garden? Wish the spike was sold on the 100 ft
Its easy, if you CAN mount a reel on the hose the hoselink will be a better choice th-cam.com/video/WhrRq6ChdIY/w-d-xo.html or Gardena's version is 100 feet but a smaller hose. BUT if you want quick and easy and instant install , this amzn.to/3QasHY1 is impossible to beat. Hoselink at this time has no freestanding offering like this so it really comes down to the install choice, but both are great choices.
What is the turbine looking thing on the side of your house
So that portable reel does it secure to that base..... Id love that in my front yard but it will walk away if its just lift and go
That’s great if you have dirt next to your outside faucet.
The Melnor MiniMax has the same adjustable sprayers. I've had one for 4-5 years, so it's not a new concept.
Love the video
Thank you
Wow nice house!
I like this conceptually but would be concerned about possibly puncturing an irrigation line during installation.
Exactly what I was going to say. Especially given that you obviously are installing this near the faucet, and in my case, that's where my sprinkler system is installed as well and lots of outgoing pipes there.
was that a radon vent I spotted,
Question for you.....our entire lot is sand. Do you think this would hold in the ground or would it end up coming loose because of constantly pulling on the hose (pun intended).
Nice review. On an unrelated topic, what is that large blower-like object you have coming out of the house right behind the hose real?
Unless I’m mistaken, that looks like a radon mitigation system. I have one exactly like it.
Yes exactly. I am told like a lot of houses in New Hampshire this had some level of radon.
Nice video
I wonder if you’re able to add those expandable hoses into the unit? Also, I wonder if you can add a 100’ expandable hose into the 50’ swivel version since it shrinks down heavily when the water is drained out.
Hi there, unfortunately the unit isn't modular. You have to stick with the hose that's shipped within the unit.
@@GardenaCan is there constant pressure pulling the hose back or does it lock temporarily?
@@wnybricky1559 Hey there, the hose locks in place when you stop pulling and starts to retract when you give it a slight tug once you're done watering.
Let's see it.
What were your radon levels prior to installing that vent?
I wonder how it compares with Hoselink.
Interesting design...it kinda looks like a UFO. 🛸
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Hit us with those sprinkler reviews please!
We're eager to see it too! :)
If I buy it I would have to take the hose reel in the garage after I use it or it'll be gone by the next morning.
Sprinklers please.👍🏻
My concern is being in Florida, we have those little lizards everywhere. I’m worried they will get inside the mechanism.
Products look nice. I’m hoping to never have to regularly water a lawn again, however.
Is there a way to lock this model to keep it from spinning in the wind or a storm? I’d rather not have to the the hose inside every time it might rain.
Good question, no there isn't a lock anf it spins freely but not too freely so I am not sure the wind alone will do it.
Yes good question, but it would have to be a tornado to spin the reel enough to cause damage. :)
@@GardenaCan thank you for the response! I ask because I was looking at the house mounted options, and in the Southeast US we quite often get violet afternoon storms that would likely damaged this product or the house.
" I didn't read the instructions" Cue women and manufacturers sighing everywhere.
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LMAO