| Have you ever watched one glide across the water | | | | water you use your air pump to blow up the tube. |
| and wondered, how do towable water toys work? | | | | While being sure that the rope is free of tears or |
| When the boat first takes off the inflatable tube | | | | frays that may end up being a safety risk, you hook |
| moves slower across the water, sinking into the | | | | the towable up to the back of the boat. Make sure |
| waves a few inches. Just like when you pull a paddle | | | | all riders know how to swim, have life vests on, and |
| across the water, the inflatable is pushing against all | | | | that you follow all posted safety regulations at your |
| that water in front of it and dragging a bit because | | | | location, and you're good to go. |
| of all that force. | | | | These toys are probably the easiest way to take |
| As you get going, however, you'll notice the towable | | | | part in water sports, the only skill required is the |
| appears to be riding above the water, flying across | | | | ability to swim in case you're thrown off the tube, |
| as the riders laugh and scream and have fun on this | | | | and the ability to hold on and have fun--so don't be |
| awesome ride. At this point the towable is | | | | intimidated by the looks of them. This is a simple and |
| hydroplaning, which is the goal when you set out on | | | | great way to have a fun day on the water with |
| the water. | | | | your family and friends, and build up a lot of |
| Making all of this happen is actually extremely simple. | | | | unforgettable memories together. |
| You need to have a boat, a towable tube, an air | | | | Towable water toys start off slow, and then pick up |
| pump, tow ropes or harnesses, and safety | | | | the pace and hydroplane across the water at |
| equipment. When you're ready to set out on the | | | | incredible speeds for a ride like nothing else. |