[BarryMcD]

I would like to buy a 10 or 15 foot rigid agility tunnel, just for home training fun with my five dogs. I do not formally participate in actual agility sports.

I have a large gym in my house which has enough room for a 10--15 footer. Would use the tunnel inside most of the year. However, I do have five dogs, two Rotts, and three smaller breeds, so it would get some use. Would obviously want a 24 inch diameter for the Rotts.

1. What particular materials or features should I either look for or avoid?

2. Is the 4 inch metal hoop spacing desireable over the 6 inch spacing?

3. I live in NY, so a company of distributor in the surrounding area (PA, CT, NJ, etc. wouold save on shipping costs. Any recommended on-line dealers that others have been satisfied with or would recommend?

Thanks,
Barry