When you think of a backyard pool, you probably think of relaxation, cooling off, or maybe a bit of spirited splashing if the kids get involved. It’s generally not the right type of pool if you want to do some serious swim training. Even if you’re lucky enough to have a spacious residential pool, it’s probably nowhere near large enough for training.
The answer is a swim jet, but if you’ve looked into what installing a jet costs, the numbers are enough to turn your hair white faster than an over-chlorinated pool. The good news is that thanks to modern technology, you can simply use a portable swim jet, like the iGarden Swim Jet X Series, at a fraction of the cost.
What is a portable swim jet?
A swim jet creates a strong, controlled current in your pool. So, instead of swimming laps back and forth, you can swim continuously against that stream of water. In a way, you can think of it as the swimming equivalent of a treadmill.
This is the exact approach professional swimmers use to keep fit and work on their form.
How traditional built-in systems work (and why they’re a bigger deal)
Traditionally, if you wanted a swim jet system, you’d either have to design it as part of the pool or prepare for an expensive renovation. The jet system needs to be connected to dedicated plumbing and electrical connections, so you can imagine how complicated it would be.
What makes the X Series different?
- Brand
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iGarden
- Battery Life
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Up to 10 hours
If you’re looking to enhance the value of your pool without the hassle and steep cost of renovation, iGarden has a simple solution—the Swim Jet X Series. These portable jets install simply and temporarily to provide a steady current for swimming laps and recreation.
The X Series leverages breakthroughs in AI Inverter, battery, and motor technology to create a universal solution. The power of artificial intelligence technology, coupled with modern, advanced motors and powerful battery technology, means you can turn virtually any pool into a swim training facility.
The unit clamps onto the side of the pool and doesn’t require modifications. No drilling, no plumbing lines, nothing. Once you are done, the X Series removes easily, leaving the pool just as it was. So, if you’re renting a house, or you’re traveling, you can convert a pool in minutes.
The lithium pack provides enough power to run the X Series for up to 10 hours and doesn’t require any hardwiring. Simply plugging the power pack in when the X Series isn’t in use will charge it for your next session.
Why the X Series makes sense for everyday pool owners
You don’t need to be a serious athlete to enjoy the benefits of the X Series. The device opens up a whole new range of fitness options, with its compatibility with any pool size and almost every pool type–and its affordability.
With the X Series, you could do a short daily swim in the morning or after work, add a new type of resistance training to your workout, or use it as a form of low-impact exercise if you have issues that make training under your full weight a problem. Best of all, the jet doesn’t have to get in the way of other pool users; you can “stay in your lane,” as it were, and let others enjoy the pool as usual.
Speaking of enjoyment, a Swim Jet doesn’t only have to be used for serious exercise. It can also be used as a wave maker to fuel the vibe at your pool parties or create gentle currents for fun play with friends and family.
Safety and household confidence
It’s understandable to hesitate when you think about motors and electricity being near or in your pool, but the X Series was designed with safety at the forefront. The system is leak-proof and waterproof, with displacement shutdown and protective grille, although, as always, you must use the device as indicated for maximum safety.
How it compares to other swim solutions
There are three options when it comes to creating a continuous swimming experience in any residential pool.
So far, only two extremes have been possible. The expensive custom and complex permanent installation, and then a rather primitive tether solution, where you swim while being held by a belt. The X Series falls in the middle, offering functionality close to high-end permanent installations, but with costs much closer to the lower end of the scale.
There are three models to choose from:
- X20-P10: The most affordable model, offering 300W of current power and up to 1.7 hours of swim time.
- X30-P30: The midrange model, offering 700W of current power and up to 5 hours of swim time.
- X35-P60: The top-spec model, offering a whopping 1000W of current power and up to 10 hours of continuous swimming.
There’s a power and endurance level suitable for every need, including the needs of multiple swimmers taking turns. The X Series is a simple, safe, and portable solution to a problem that’s remained unsolved for decades.
Who should consider a portable swim jet?
The swim jet is a cool piece of technology, and could be the right fit for plenty of users. It’s ideal for those who:
- Own or rent a home with a backyard pool.
- Want a new home fitness option, don’t want to remodel, or you don’t have the option.
- Have a pool too small to swim laps, but enjoy swimming for exercise and frequent larger pools for that purpose.
- Wish the whole household could swim for exercise or fun in a safe, controlled environment.
If a swim jet sounds like the solution you’ve been waiting for, iGarden is running an exclusive VIP offer if you make a $50 deposit. This deposit assures you’ll get the lowest price, guaranteed as a super early-bird buyer of an X Series unit. This offer will not be available following the official launch, and the savings are substantial.
- The X20-P10 is just $699, $500 off the MSRP
- The X30-P30 is $1,699, $1,300 off the MSRP
- The X35-P30 is $2,399, $1,900 off the MSRP
Backers who place a deposit will receive an exclusive storage bag (valued at $99) when they complete their purchase on Kickstarter.
