There is an interesting piece of news at The National Gardening Institute website. http://www.garden.org/ reports that many garden hoses pose a real threat to health. Gardeners and children alike often get a drink of water from the garden hose. It turns out plastic hoses leach lead into the water. Even the brass couplings found on most hoses contribute lead to the water. The solution? Purchase hoses labeled for boats or RV’s. Go to http://www.garden.org/regional/report/national the National News August 2, 2007 Report, for more information.