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Best-In-Class Above Ground Pools

If you are looking for your first above ground pool or are looking for a replacement above ground pool this is a good place to start as we showcase what we consider to be above ground pools that are the Best-In-Class.
 
With over 50 model and size combinations to choose from we have chosen the Top 6 above ground pools based upon a rigid set of standards we've developed from our past 25+ years of experience in the industry.
 
  • Top Rails - True 8" Resin
  • Pool Warranty - 8 Year Full + Pro-Ration
  • Liner Warranty - Lifetime
  • Wall Height - 54"
  • Pool Popularity - #1
  • Pool Longevity - #1
  • Overall Quality Score - #1
Coronado Above Ground Pools
  • Top Rails - True 8" Resin
  • Pool Warranty - 8 Year Full + Pro-Ration
  • Liner Warranty - Lifetime
  • Wall Height - 54"
  • Pool Popularity - #1
  • Pool Longevity - #1
  • Overall Quality Score - #1
  • Top Rails - True 8" Resin
  • Pool Warranty - 8 Year Full + Pro-Ration
  • Liner Warranty - Lifetime
  • Wall Height - 54"
  • Pool Popularity - #1
  • Pool Longevity - #1
  • Overall Quality Score - #1

  • Top Rails - True 8" Resin
  • Pool Warranty - 8 Year Full + Pro-Ration
  • Liner Warranty - Lifetime
  • Wall Height - 54" 
  • Pool Popularity - #1
  • Pool Longevity - #1
  • Overall Quality Score - #1

Azor Resin
  • Top Rails -  8" Resin
  • Pool Warranty - 5 Year Full + Pro-Ration
  • Liner Warranty - 1 Year Full + Pro-Ration
  • Wall Height - 54" 
  • Pool Popularity - #3
  • Pool Longevity - #2
  • Overall Quality Score - #2
 
  • Top Rails - True 8" Resin
  • Pool Warranty - 8 Year Full + Pro-Ration
  • Liner Warranty - Lifetime
  • Wall Height - 52" 
  • Pool Popularity - #1
  • Pool Longevity - #1
  • Overall Quality Score - #1

  • Top Rails - True 8" Resin
  • Pool Warranty - 8 Year Full + Pro-Ration
  • Liner Warranty - Lifetime
  • Wall Height - 52"
  • Pool Popularity - #2
  • Pool Longevity - #2
  • Overall Quality Score - #2

  • Top Rails -  5-1/2" Resin
  • Pool Warranty - 3 Year Full + Pro-Ration
  • Liner Warranty - 1 Year Full + Pro-Ration
  • Wall Height - 52" 
  • Pool Popularity - #3
  • Pool Longevity - #3
  • Overall Quality Score - #3


The Expansive Oxford, Chesapeake and Sierra Nevada Resin above ground pools are best described as Bigger, Better, Stronger, Longer Lasting above ground pools. Undere the CaliMar brand, the Oxford, Chesapeake and Sierra Nevada model pools have Bigger True 8" Top Rails made with 100% Better. Resin materials make this pool Stronger and is assured to last Longer with it's un-matched 8 Year Full-100% warranty plus an additional 22 year Pro-Rated Warranty*. The Oxford and Sierra Nevada have 52" walls and the Chesapeake has a 54" Wall, making it one of the deepest above ground pools on the market. 
 
Made with the exact same materials and same exacting standards as Doughboy pools are known for the CaliMar pools are also made. We’ve taken the best of the best of what we know to work hand in hand with H.I.I. to architect and design a series of above ground pools that break the mold and set new standards in the pool industry.
All oval pools come with Compac Oval Supports as shown below.
Analyzing the Pool Components:
  • Top Rails
The Oxford, Chesapeake and Sierra Nevada above ground pool models all are stronger empty than many other above ground pools are when they’re full. The top rails are a true 8” across measuring from edge to edge. Other manufacturers that claim to be 8” wide are measuring around the circumference of the top rail. If the Oxford, Chesapeake or Sierra Nevada top rails were measured using the same method, they would be 12” wide.
CaliMar Top Rail Cross Section
Cross Section of Resin Top Rail
  • Liners
The liners that come standard in the Oxford, Chesapeake and Sierra Nevada models are True 15 mil liners, not gauge. Gauge is a matter of subjection and any manufacturer can set their gauge to whatever suits their marketing needs. Mil is an exact international precise measurement for measuring thickness. Measurement is done with a micrometer and all of the liners packaged with the CaliMar pools are a True 15 Mil Thickness. The liners are about 20% heavier than other liners on the market because of the true nature of the virgin vinyl material and zero use of plasticizers and fillers. Due to the superior strength and integrity of these liners we offer a 20 year 100% Warranty against seam separations.
  • Bottom Rails
Engineered with True-Fold design and thicker Premium Steel with a high end coating all Oxford, Chesapeake and Sierra Nevada above ground pools have a 100% Lifetime Warranty* Doughboy Above Ground Pools Bottom Rails
  • Component Connection Points
All connection points on Oxford, Chesapeake and Sierra Nevada pools are precision punched holes so there is only one way the pool can be assembled, making assembly quicker and easier. Other above ground pools have “oval” shaped holes which allow too much variance causing imperfect fit and weakens the strength of the pool.
Doughboy Above Ground Pool Top Rail Comparison

  • Walls
Made from heavier copper bearing steel than industry standards making them 30-60 lbs heavier than other manufacturer models pools. Zinc clad hot-dipped galvanized steel walls receive several protective coatings and a specifically designed epxy coating providing the best defense against corrosion and condensation. Industry’s thickest corrugation offers industry’s greatest strength and flexibility.
Layers of wall protection shown below
Doughboy Above Ground Pools Wall Layers
  • Vertical Uprights
Oxford, Chesapeake and Sierra Nevada's steel thickness is 25% thicker than the competition providing extra stability and strength to the pool wall.
  • Skimmer
Large skim surface area removes surface debris faster than any other skimmer on the market.The tall mouth construction allows for greater pool water height fluctuations with a basket twice the size of many competitors.
Doughboy Above Ground Pools Skimmer
Vacuum port built into the lower face of the skimmer makes connection of vacuum hose or automatic pool vacuum much easier. Includes skimmer winterizing components and “skimmer door”.

Oxford, Chesapeake, Tahoe and Sierra Nevada above ground pools ship from the Memphis, TN area, home of Doughboy pools.Oxford Above Ground Pools ship from Memphis, TN
Express Shipping
  • Orders ship within 36 hours, delivery approximately 3 business days
  • Unparalled shipping capabilities in the pool industry
  • Centrally located less than 75 miles from Memphis, TN.
    (Distribution capital of the US)
  • Committed to superior shipping services


 
Resin/Hybrid Pools
X
X
X
X
Manufacturer
Doughboy
Doughboy
Doughboy
Doughboy
Pool Warranty
8 Year Full + 22 Year
8 Year Full + 22 Year
8 Year Full + 22 Year
8 Year Full + 22 Year
Wall Height
54"
54"
52"
52"
Top Rail Width
True 8"
True 8"
True 8"
True 8"
Top Rail Made Of
Resin
Resin
Resin
Resin
Top Caps Made Of
Resin
Resin
Resin
Resin
Top Plate Made Of
Coated Galvanized Steel
Coated Galvanized Steel
Coated Galvanized Steel
Coated Galvanized Steel
Top Inner Stabilizer Rail Made Of
Coated Galvanized Steel
Coated Galvanized Steel
Coated Galvanized Steel
Coated Galvanized Steel
Upright Width
7"
7"
7"
7"
Upright Made Of
Steel
Steel
Steel
Steel
Bottom Wall Rail/Track Made Of
Coated Galvanized Steel
Coated Galvanized Steel
Coated Galvanized Steel
Coated Galvanized Steel
Bottom Plate Made Of
Coated Galvanized Steel
Coated Galvanized Steel
Coated Galvanized Steel
Coated Galvanized Steel
Wall Made Of
Steel
Steel
Steel
Steel
Oval
Buttress-Free
Buttress-Free
Buttress-Free
Buttress-Free
Skimmer
Widemouth
Widemouth
Widemouth
Widemouth
Liner
True 15 Mil Uni-Bead
True 15 Mil Uni-Bead
True 15 Mil Uni-Bead
True 15 Mil Uni-Bead
Liner Warranty
Lifetime
Lifetime
Lifetime
Lifetime



Pool Size
Pool Shape
Gallons 52" Walls
Gallons 54" Walls
Yards of Sand
Number of Uprights
Number of Top Rails
16'
Round
5,068
5,260
1-1/2
11
10
18'
Round
7,298
7,575
1-1/2 - 2
13
12
21'
Round
9,930
10,307
2-1/2 - 3
15
14
24'
Round
12,974
13,467
3 - 3-1/2
16
15
27'
Round
16,420
17,044
3-1/2 - 4
19
18
30'
Round
20,710
21,497
5
21
20
33'
Round
27,500
28,545
6
22
21
12' x 20'
Oval
8,900
9,238
1-1/2 - 2
14
13
12' x 24'
Oval
9,200
9550
1-1/2 - 2
16
15
16' x 24'
Oval
11,000
11,418
2-1/2
16
15
16' x 28'
Oval
11,450
11,885
3 - 3-1/2
18
17
16' x 32'
Oval
14,952
15,521
3-1/2 - 4
20
19
18' x 33'
Oval
15,041
15,613
4-1/2 - 5
22
21
Gallons and Yards of Sand Needed under the liner are approximates.
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