[keyser soze]

i dont think it matters really its typical of some of the guys jumping on here down anothers throat because of one thing or another .(seems to happen a lot) so long as the we are on the same wave length does it really matter if its a part modular part telescopic .. (ive seen the video) it seems a waste of posts tbh. the truth is ive never seen xtreme or a supermax and wondered if it was worth paying the extra for a xtreme

[Window Washers]

i dont think it matters really its typical of some of the guys jumping on here down anothers throat because of one thing or another .(seems to happen a lot) so long as the we are on the same wave length does it really matter if its a part modular part telescopic .. (ive seen the video) it seems a waste of posts tbh. the truth is ive never seen xtreme or a supermax and wondered if it was worth paying the extra for a xtreme

Andrew tbh honest mate, this post interests me, it does make a lot of difference if it is part telescopic or modular becuase if un able to colapse like a normal pole to get in tight spaces then it is not what I would want for certain types of work, and I could see it being a problem other types of work not so, the thing about posting on a forum means that anyone can add to it, when I did, I did so because I wanted to know answers as did you, I reply just to clear this up not thinking you was posting direct to a post I have made.

The problem is on here (not a problem for many) some can't handle the fact others probe more (not aimed at you or anyone) I probe things because I want answers and other do because I guess they to what answers not just hearsay.

I think Alex's pole are great but at the same time I am not a follower of anyone but i do recommend people to things I know work well for my company alex's poles being one of them.
 I don't follow the sheep never have, if everyone did then this forum would be totally pointless 

[keyser soze]

without going over old ground too much... the xtreme has got anchor points half way up each section and the base section you can clamp as a normal telescopic so would it restrict you

[Dave Willis]

not a problem. As I use a 30' one every day with a swivel resi neck on every job. I did have an early 48' which I was less comfortable with because it had longer sections and no half way points. The 35' with extension pack is magic.

[keyser soze]

not a problem. As I use a 30' one every day with a swivel resi neck on every job. I did have an early 48' which I was less comfortable with because it had longer sections and no half way points. The 35' with extension pack is magic.
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is that your recommendation mark . so its best to save and go for 35 xtreme and get the extension pack

[Dave Willis]

depends on the kind of work you have. The 48' is history now and has been replaced with the 47' If your round is mostly high stuff then get the 47' If like me you have mostly two and three storey work with occasional four to five then get the 35 with extension pack. Best bloke to speak to is of course Alex.
If you want the best pole on the market then I don't think you'll beat the xtreme. If you don't want to part with that much cash then the Supermax is an excellent pole too, much like the slx in construction.
I would suggest you email Alex and have a good chat with him away from the jokers on here then decide what's best for you.

[keyser soze]

 thanks for the advice mark . i only do a few tall stuff but hoping to get more taller stuff soon.( thats on my radar .) i want a pole that doesnt flap about so ive got more control...

[Dave Willis]

It's the same old story I'm afraid - you get what you pay for in the end. I tend to look at it as it's my main tool for my job, the only tool that makes me money so I want the best always. These days I'm never tired from pole work, never strain any stomach muscles or get neck ache. Most of that is simply down to using the lightest possible poles and brushes I can buy.

[AuRavelling79]

It's the same old story I'm afraid - you get what you pay for in the end. I tend to look at it as it's my main tool for my job, the only tool that makes me money so I want the best always. These days I'm never tired from pole work, never strain any stomach muscles or get neck ache. Most of that is simply down to using the lightest possible poles and brushes I can buy.

Absolutely agree with this - I don't care whether I'm working from a big van small van old van new van, trailer, car, diy set up or whatever.

But the only thing I will spend money on to get the lightest and most rigid is my pole(s).

[david moss]

Got to agree with you there Gold, without doubt the most important item of equipment the modern window cleaner has is his pole,and nine times out of ten it Alexs pole you want to be holding

[♠Winp®oClean♠]

It's the same old story I'm afraid - you get what you pay for in the end. I tend to look at it as it's my main tool for my job, the only tool that makes me money so I want the best always. These days I'm never tired from pole work, never strain any stomach muscles or get neck ache. Most of that is simply down to using the lightest possible poles and brushes I can buy.

Here, here. Very wise words from Mr. Etting!