My pumps have 1-1/2" fittings, and I originally set them up with some flexible pool-filter hose. Only problem was, it's blue. I found a roll of the 1-1/4" black hose (made for ponds) at one of the big-box hardware stores. It's a bit of effort with a heat gun to get the hose on the fittings, but the black is nearly invisible in the pond. Unfortunately, this hose is cheap. About every 3-4 months they'll spring a leak, and I have to replace the hose again. Today I used up the last of the original 25' roll (I only use about 3' on each pump), so I need suggestions for a better quality hose that is more rubber-based rather than plastic, so it will hold up to being moved around when I'm cleaning the pumps. It still needs to be rated for outdoor use and tolerate freezing, and I would prefer going back to the proper 1-1/2" hose so its not such a struggle to replace.
Any ideas? Ordering online is fine.
Any ideas? Ordering online is fine.