great post carl!
JB,
I am adding my two cents worth. I am fairly new to the forum but have enjoyed reading everyone's comments. I only had one true drawback to the vinyl pools. I enjoy playing/jumping/ running in the pool with the kids. My problem was that I could never keep my footing when in a vinyl pool. It is too slick of a surface for my liking. Having said that, I have no idea what your main use for the pool will be. That may never become a factor. Good luck in your selection and keep us posted.
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