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10 Quick Tips about Boat Tubes
1. At its core, a ski tube is nothing more than an inner tube with handles and a connection to a tow line. The inner tube, or "bladder," is usually made from strong PVC material. A nylon cover adds protection and is usually found on higher quality towable tubes.
2. For correct inflation, make sure the inner tube is firm and the cover is tight-fitting and wrinkle free. Over-inflation of the towable tube can damage the PVC material and may rip seams in the nylon cover.
3. Similar to an inflatable inner tube, a standard towable tube will have handles on the top and may have a floor on the inside of the donut hole. Riders can lie on their stomachs across the top, sit with their rears in the donut hole, or sit upright with their rears on top of the towable tube and feet in the donut.
4. Deck towable tubes have flat designs similar to mattresses. Riders lie on their stomachs, holding on to handles. Riding these towable tubes puts your face close to the water and gives a great sensation of speed.
5. Single person boat tubes tend to be high performance. They are more maneuverable and better suited for tricks, jumping, flying and high speeds. They're great for use with jet skis.
6. Multi-person boat tubes are ideal for families who want to tow a group of kids. These towable tubes are larger, slower and heavier than single rider tubes. Multi-person boat tubes require use of a heavy duty towing rope and tow harness. Pay careful attention to boating equipment weight and stress limitations.
7. 20-25 mph is a safe "fast" towing speed. Kids ski tubes should be towed at less than 20 mph. Most towables will come up on a plane at 10-25 mph, depending on the weight of the riders. The towable tubes nose should be kept in an upward position.
8. When towing children, drive the boat at slower speeds and use a shorter tow rope. Children under 6 should not ride any type of ski tube, and children over 6 should only ride under careful supervision.
9. Always consider the weight, size, strength and skill of the passengers when deciding a towing speed. The boat and water tube should be under full control at all times.
10. Make sure your ski tube is completely dry before storing. Boat tubes, including banana boats, stored for several months should be deflated and stored indoors.
