Air Hose Recomendations?

[johninct]

I am curious to what is out there with regards to air hoses. I need an air hose that is flexible in the cold but not too springy. I have the Snap-On rubber hoses which are heavy and not too flexible when cold. I have some no name hoses and they aren't too flexible either. So far the best one I like is the Snap-On Polyurethane hose. It is flexible even if cold but it is kind of springy and sometimes has a mind of its own. I was wondering if anyone has run across anything else out there? Thanks!

 

[1969]

Goodyear rubber

 

[canuckian]

I've heard the Flex-zilla hoses do well in colder temperatures.

 

[shampoop]

I'm going to get some flexzilla when i buy some. I've felt it and it is very nice, light and flexible at low temps.

 

[Vinko]

I don't know if it's springy enough but the Parker hose (there are several grades) made in the USA is the best quality I've found for a reasonable price.

 

[klhitman]

Got the flexzilla for christmas. I think its the best hose you can buy. Just don't like the plastic ends. But hell they can be replaced when needed.

 

[DanCo]

I've always used Goodyear airlines. But my next choice will be the flexzilla. I have 2 flexzilla whips and they are a breeze to clean.

 

[crewchief888]

goodyear

i have a couple that are nearly 15 years old.

 

[wellstig1]

Go with the flexzilla

 

[RbrtAWhyt]

The USA made Goodyear hoses are on sale at Harbor Freight right now...

http://www.harborfreight.com/100-ft-x-3-8-eighth-inch-heavy-duty-black-rubber-air-hose-30268.html

$39.99 for the 100 foot hose and you can use a 20% coupon on top of the sale price...

The others:

http://www.harborfreight.com/catalogsearch/result?category=&q=goodyear+air+hose

 

[psychoclaw84]

Own a 25 foot Goodyear 3/8 hose that I purchased from Harbor Freight and a 50 foot 3/8 Flexzilla hose.

I use the Goodyear the most, not because it is a better hose, but due to the length, because I work in a two car garage. Phoenix AZ is not a good test for the cold, so I cannot attest to cold weather performance. It is the best bang for the buck and do not regret the purchase.

The Flexzilla does not get used too often, due to the length and extra windings of the hose make it cumbersome. When I stretch it out the driveway, it is a splendid hose and is worth money I paid for the purchase.

My advise is to purchase the goodyear hose for the small length because if is light enough and is the best bang for the buck. Longer hoses, purchase a Flexzilla because they are lighter and easier to use.

 

[bobcatdan]

The goodyear hose is about the only thing I buy at hf. I like the flexzilla, it looks and feels nice. Works to cheap to buy it and I'm to cheap to buy some for at home.

 

[GeorgiaHybrid]

I have always used Goodyear rubber hoses. At my age, I doubt that I will change what I buy.

 

[jvitez]

Tundra air hose made by Kuri-Tec. Awesome product. Completely flexible and much lighter than rubber, made in Canada. Who else would be good a low temp products?

http://kuriyama.thomasnet.com/viewi...1236-air-water-hose?&plpver=1001&bc=1007|1073

Available in many sizes at:

http://www.princessauto.com/worksho...hose/8002938-100-ft-x-3/8-tundra-pvc-air-hose

I have a basic PVC hose that is completely useless in the cold. The Tundra hose is fantastic. I've got 100ft of it on a hose reel in the garage.