Automatic Solar Blanket Cover Reel / Roller - Remote Controlled, Solar Battery Charged / Powered, Motorized Units to upgrade your existent 20ft long manual swimming pool blanket roller

I am in my 70s and I am the “pool boy”. We live in Northern California. Our pool is 30' x16' and is surrounded by oaks, so leaves are a constant maintenance issue. My “old” manual reel was an eyesore and it was at the most visible end of the pool, because it would not fit under the diving board. Looking for convenience I started researching powered reels. I quickly came across the Solar-Lakes product and was intrigued. I was attracted to the solar powered aspect because I didn't want cords around. The good news in California is that there's abundant sunshine for solar panels. The bad news is that the pool is active 12 months of the year (thanks to oak leaves.) After almost 10 months experience I can report complete satisfaction. - The reel is small footprint and unobtrusive. - The convenience is such that I don't leave the pool cover open as much. Saving water, chemicals and likely extending the life of the cover. Keeping the temperature up also. - The motor handles the size and weight of the large cover (14 mil) very well. - The price was quite reasonable in the big picture of pool ownership. There are also savings to be had as mentioned above. - Product support (just questions) was timely and thorough. - It is a cool product, unique design, a conversation topic at pool parties. Now, if it could just make that perfect gin and tonic ….

Have owned this reel for several years now. Works like a charm. No problems with the solar power at all - works even on cloudy days. Much better than hand operated reel! Also excellent customer service. Very satisfied