I'm looking at a Magniclear solar cover through the same site selling the pool. It's clear, and comes cut to size. I've heard over and over that it's a pain to put on and off, but I will use it and drag the wife or kids outside to help me. I figure If I actually get in the pool, it would be easier...?

Also, what do I need as far as winterization stuff goes. Obviously won't need that for a few months, but I prefer to buy everything at the same time. I guess these newer pools don't have to be drained below the skimmer anymore, there's skimmer covers, etc. How about covers/clips/wall bags, etc? There's mesh or scrim covers, 8 year and 20year and all kinds of different ones. Air pillows? How many do I need and what size? Plugs? What do I do with my filter and pump in the winter? Too many options out there.....