[Steve E]

In the thread "To Show or Not to Show" a couple of folks raised the question of how/what do they need to do to transport a koi to a show. I thought I would start by listing what little I know about transporting basics.

1. A good net (round smart net or nycon as a minimum). Remember you will need to provide a net for the judges at the show.

2. A sock net is also a necessity for me.

3. A blue viewing bowl/tub. This will also be needed at the show.

4. A sturdy cardboard box, preferably rectanglular.
a) May need insulation (foam board scraps) depending on weather.

5. Bags - cost for 20-3 mil bags 20" X 30" is $16 plus shipping. For 20-mil bags 16" X 8" X 22" (square bottom) cost is $19 plus shipping.

6. Rubber bands to close the bags. Large ones, say 2" dia by 3/16" width.

7. Oxygen bottle and regulator. A small gas welding bottle is easy to transport and the regulator can be used for welding...the perfect multi-tasker

8. Extra water for the trip in case of a severe leak or breakage.

Can anyone think of anything else?

Steve