I'm in need of a pool cover as well, but don't need anything as fancy as a loop-loc. I had to google it to find out what it is--man is that chick on their website ANNOYING. Any advice for a DIYer who needs a pool cover, but has no dogs or kids to worry about? Any recommendations on where to buy online? I'm guessing I'd want to get a reel locally due to shipping costs? Should I start another thread?