This summer, I'll be going tubing twice. So, I need the perfect tube to make the 5 hours (or more) on the river be as comfortable as possible. I have narrowed it down to 2 tubes, but now I need your input to help me decide on the best tube. Please keep in mind that the tube models are not included, so do not base your choice on the girl or the guy. Thanks :)
Tube 1:
Pros: looks comfortable, cheaper
Cons: no drink holder

Tube 2:
Pros: drink holder AND cooler that holds 6 cans - sweet!!!
Cons: a little more expensive and maybe not so comfortable

So, any ideas? Do I sacrifice comfort for a cooler? Or, does tube 1 not even look so cozy anymore? I'm so confused...Please help!!
I think tube 2 looks more comfy. I think the support looks sturdier as a one piece.
Plus... a cooler! Are there any more questions?
Posted by: todd at June 5, 2003 08:34 AMI'd have to say that tube 2 does seem to be the way to go. Though, tube 1 has a more attractive rider in the pictures you provided. :)
Posted by: mike at June 5, 2003 09:06 AMI vote for #2 as well. The big back thingy might look more comfortable, but I think you'd have to stretch your arms way behind you to make use of it. Therefore, not comfortable. Go #2.
Anyone know where I can get a job?
Maria
Posted by: Maria at June 5, 2003 09:35 AMmy vote is for #2 also. Another reason besides those given is that it looks like thicker material and there are always rocks and branches to hit when you are tubing down a river. I'm also looking for a job :)
Posted by: jen at June 5, 2003 11:36 AMHmmm...looks like tube 2 is the big favorite. I agree with Jen - I think the first tube is more for pools, and the 2nd is for the river. I'll have to do some investigative shopping tonight and see if I can find one nearby :)
Posted by: Dee at June 5, 2003 01:29 PMGo w/tube #2! Comfort comes second to the convenience of having drinks so close at hand...
Go w/tube #2! Comfort comes second to the convenience of having drinks so close at hand...
FYI: Jami is coming with me on both tubing trips. She already has a tube, but I believe she is leaning towards buying a new one since we found this super cool tube #2 :)
I also say 2. The clear plastic sucks.....the yellow plastic for some reason feels better on the skin.
Posted by: eric at June 5, 2003 01:54 PMTake tube 2 because it's obviously better fool.
Posted by: too_short at September 5, 2003 03:47 PM