1600 Swim Spa: An Economical Pool Experience in Your BackyardBy Rich's For The Home, September 11, 2020Looking for a swim spa that gives you a comparable experience to a pool workout?Check out the 1600 swim spa by Coast Spas. At 16 feet long, taller people will feel right at home. And with a depth of 54 inches (4 ft. 6 inches), it’s nearly a foot deeper than traditional swim spas. That’s deep enough to do a full workout, including underwater flips, without banging your head on the bottom.FAQ about the 1600 Swim SpaWhat kinds of workouts can I do?In addition to swimming, you can do water aerobics with water weights, practice kicking and breathing techniques, teach someone to swim, or use the optional rowing bars and assistance bands.How powerful is the current?On the strongest setting, the counter-current is comparable to doing a fast workout in a pool. On the variable speed model, you can reduce the current for a lighter workout.The swimming stream is even and fluid, thanks to a diffusion system that allows for a full current of water to circulate (rather than pumping it out through individual jets).Can I use it as a hot tub?Yes. You can control the temperature up to 104 degrees. With the optional auxiliary heater, you can raise the water temperature as quickly as 6 degrees per hour.The 1600 swim spa includes comfortable therapy seats in the corners. It also features entry/exit steps, dual 24" waterfalls, cool-down seats and new levitator jets.How customizable is this spa?Coast Spas are the most customizable swim spas and hot tubs in the industry, enabling you to fine-tune the exact experience you want. There are options to customize the outside cabinet, lighting packages, and commercial-grade purification systems.How economical are swim spas?Swim spas are more economical than in-ground pools. They are wired electric, similar to how a hot tub is wired. We estimate an average heating cost of $60-70 per month. There are a variety of chemical options available to keep the spa water sanitized.Here’s a review of the 1600 swim spa from a competitive swimmer.Recent Articles See All Complete Fire Pits by Fire Garden: Big, Bold, Beautiful Flames Fire Pits Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:June 1, 2023 Dreaming of a fully-assembled, weatherproof fire pit that provides cozy warmth year-round? Check out Complete Fire Pits, a new line of fire pits manufactured locally by our friends at Travis Industries. Read More Minimalist, Modern, Danish Patio Furniture by Houe Outdoor Furniture Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:May 1, 2023 Rich’s customers love the Danish modern, minimalistic style of Houe furnishings, so we continue to expand our line each year. Check out our selection of dining tables and chairs, cafe tables, chaise lounges, rocking chairs, tray tables, and benches. Read More Adirondack Chairs: Weatherproof and Environmentally Friendly Outdoor Furniture Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:April 3, 2023 MADirondack (by Seaside Casual), is a modern take on the Adirondack style. These sleek ergonomic chairs have a seat height of 14" and an arm height of 22". Read More 7 Must-Have Hot Tub and Swim Spa Features Hot Tubs and Swim Spas Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:March 1, 2023 An effective and enjoyable way to get pain relief is in a hydrotherapy spa or swim spa. Powerful jets alleviate body aches, while the buoyancy from the water takes pressure off joints. Read More Rich's New Tigard, Oregon Store: A Chat with Manager Rick Campbell General Articles Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:February 1, 2023 Meet Tigard, Oregon store manager, Rick Campbell, who has been in the hot tub/patio/BBQ business more than 25 years in the Portland metro area. Read More Grill Islands - Easily Create an Outdoor Kitchen in Your Backyard Grills Author:Rich's For The Home Posted:January 2, 2023 Grill islands: Modular outdoor kitchens with grill(s), workspace, fridge, storage, and more. Read More