There are a huge number of tubes and inflatables on the market available in different shapes and sizes. While all achieve the same goal, certain tubes are better at catching air while others more comfortable for cruising! While deciding what towable to purchase is mostly personal preference, consider what boat or jet ski will be used to tow, how many riders you’re allowed to tow in your specific state and the age of the riders planning to use it.
SIZE:
Towable tubes are available in sizes ranging from 1 to 4 riders. If not in the name of the product itself, the rider capacity of each tube should be easy to find in the product description. ‘Donut’ style tubes are often available to suit 1-2 riders, while flat ‘D’ style and lounge style tubes often accommodate 2-4 riders. While tube and inflatable size is mostly personal preference, we suggest you consider these two questions; How many riders are you allowed to tow? And how capable is your boat or jet ski for towing ‘X’ number of riders?
- STATE LAWS: As of September 2022, Victoria and New South Wales have a maximum limit of 3 riders behind a boat at any one time. Towing a tube with 4 or more riders is done at your own risk.
- BOAT OR JET SKI: Some tubes, especially in the larger sizes, are extremely heavy and carry significant drag. We recommend jet skis regardless of horsepower, tow a tube designed for no more than 2 riders. Small, low powered boats should also consider smaller tube sizes.
STYLE:
Tubes and Inflatables are offered in 3 key styles: Deck, Sit-In, and Lounge. While a rider is free to use any model of tube, some styles are better suited to specific age groups than others.
- DECK: Our most popular style of tube, deck tubes are mostly flat and require a rider to lie head-first, stomach down whilst holding the handles at the front. Deck tubes have the least amount of drag and feel quick across the water as riders are low-down. The most common deck style tubes feature small winglets on either side to hold onto riders, while some deck tubes feature raised edges designed to easily roll from left to right. The fast nature of deck tubes makes them great all-rounders however some small children might find them intimidating.
- SIT-IN: The style of tube that’s been around since day 1, sit-in tubes are characterised by a ‘donut’ ring with a smaller inside section for riders to sit down in. Sit-in tubes are commonly designed for 1 or 2 riders and are a great option for young kids to gain confidence. Cheaper sit-in will have a half nylon cover, while more premium options will have a full nylon cover and an inflatable floor section for comfort.
- LOUNGE: Lounge tubes are the best option for riders that want to sit back and relax. They are available to suit 2-4 riders and are characterised by a flat bottom with built in back rest. Riders sit feet first on the flat section with their backs up against the inflatable upright sections. Lounge style tubes are the best option for young kids that aren’t confident around the water. They are the biggest and heaviest style of tube available, so are only recommended to be towed being a suitable sized boat.
KD 2024 Bandwagon Tube
Description
All aboard the KD Bandwagon, this updated cockpit design pairs the comfort of a sofa style with the performance of a winged style tube! Doubling the value this summer, KD Sports have added an extra tow point to rear of the Bandwagon, so once you’ve finished lounging in the couch position just spin it around and kneel for a white knuckled chariot ride. Thanks to its unique sweep wing design, the Bandwagon it provides an incredibly low amount of drag for a tube of it size, not only does this provide exhilarating ride that rocks and rolls but it’s incredibly efficient, opening the door to smaller powered vehicles or just those who are conscious of how quickly the fuel gauge drops when towing a massive tube all day. The aptly named KD Bandwagon allows riders to sit up high and clear from the water, it’s cart like design recesses riders within an inflatable cushioned backrest that extends the entire back half of the tube, the middle rider is sat slightly forward too, helping to avoid accidental collisions with other passengers. Aimed at something the whole family can enjoy the all-new Bandwagon offers a sense of security unmatched by other models, allowing them to relax as the flat base skips outside the wake into the flats, yet the inflated cockpit floor which cushions riders from the heaviest jolts still provides moments of weightlessness as you cross the wakes. As the largest tube in the range, KD Sports have gone overboard and spec’d it up with an ultra-heavy duty 820D nylon cover and 30gauge virgin PVC bladder to help ensure longevity, the Bandwagon also features 10x deluxe nylon-wrapped grab handles with neoprene knuckle guards to provide plenty of grip and a multitude of different riding positions. Do hesitate this summer to jump aboard because if you wait the KD Bandwagon will be full and with the amount of fun this monster tube offers who knows when you’ll get a turn!
Specifications
• Water drain
• 6 soft grip Handles
• Boston valve
• Quick connector for easy towing
• Heavy duty nylon Cover
• Dimensions when deflated: 86" | 218cm
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