SOurce for Tigerflex spa hose....
 

I just picked up some 1" tigerflex spa hose from AI at $1.99/foot

me being the cheap guy that I am did some digging and you can get the same stuff at Gregdistributors www.greggdistributors.ca (I think) for about 1/2 the price

I got the 1" stuff and it was $1.99 at AI and the same stuff is $1.01 at Greggs

2522
Flexible PVC construction with smooth bore interior for efficient transfer of water. Designed for installation of hot
tubs, spas, swimming pools, and filters, etc. Solid cream in colour. Requires less fittings than rigid pipe therefore
saves on costs. Temperature range of -20°C to 65°C.
PART NO. I.D. O.D. MAX. WORK. PRESSURE@ 22°C
F16MCR 1/2” 0.827” 100 lbs.
F20MCR 3/4” 1.055” 100 lbs.
F27MCR 1” 1.323” 100 lbs.
F36MCR 1-1/4” 1.665” 80 lbs.
F42MCR 1-1/2” 1.902” 70 lbs.
F52MCR 2” 2.382” 70 lbs.