Geo Imirie wrote:
>I converted EVERYTHING to just one size body, the medium (6 5/8") so that I
>only have ONE SIZE FRAME and ONE SIZE FOUNDATION for everything

        This was also the conclusion almost a decade ago of our leading
beemasters, most respected in the Auckland club and authors of the best
books I've seen on beekeeping.


> (nothing to
>do with a bad back).

        In general, though, it must be admitted that less lifting strain is
an advantage of the "3/4" box.

        I believe "all 3/4" hives are now accepted around here as better
than most and inferior to none.

R