in my city, there is no issue in regards to catching the biggest chunk of leaves in the fall. we do get snow in the winter, but it's not a ton and wouldn't it slip through the leaf cover anyway? i'm figuring even if i simply use a leaf cover in the fall to catch all the leaves..then leave pool uncovered for the winter otherwise, that would work alright? i really don't understand why people bother with the expense of winter covers.

thoughts?