Towing tubes behind your boat is one of the most fun things you can do on the water, but it’s important to do it safely. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of misinformation out there about how to properly pull tubes. At TurboSwing, boater safety is a top priority - that’s why we’ve developed this guide to every towing solution on the market to help you make the best decision for your family.
Why TurboSwing?
First and foremost, there is no other towing product on the market that is rated to pull tubes. TurboSwing has been meticulously designed to enhance all aspects of the tubing experience for both the rider and the driver. TurboSwing uses a patented mounting system that creates a secure hold on the strongest point of your boat to avoid issues that other towing options have with structural integrity.
By adding a TurboSwing tow bar to your boat, you’re making an investment in the family fun and in the safety of all riders aboard your boat.
Towing Alternatives
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The most common alternative to a TurboSwing is a ski pylon. This product is a simple pole attached to the boat’s deck and used to pull water skiers and wakeboarders. Ski pylons commonly include labels specifically warning against pulling tubes from them as it can result in cracked fiberglass and serious injury to your riders. Not only is it unsafe to pull tubes from a ski pylon, boaters often find that they are an obtrusive addition to the boat deck.
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Wakeboard towers are excellent for towing riders for a variety of watersports including wakeboarding, water skiing, and wake surfing. However, when it comes to pulling tubes, wakeboard towers are not the right solution. Because wakeboard towers are mounted to the boat’s fiberglass, the mounting points of these structures aren’t sturdy enough to withstand the drag of a tube being pulled through water. This causes two common problems - cracked fiberglass and collapsed towers.
Factory-Installed Tow Point / Transom Hooks
Before investing in a dedicated towing solution, many boaters opt to use the transom hooks that are factory installed on their boat as a tow point. This seems like a logical option and can work well for certain towing needs, but should not be used to pull tubes. Not only is this tow point unsafe for pulling tubes, but the drag caused by pulling a tube through the water could cause significant damage to the boat itself.
Additionally, factory-installed tow points are typically located too low to provide an optimal experience for watersports. Tow ropes will drag through the water and riders will be unable to get the height they need to properly perform jumps and tricks.
DIY Towing Device
Due to budget constraints it may seem appealing to construct your own pylon or towing solution. There are many forums where boaters encourage this practice, but this is the most unsafe option you could choose. Unlike a manufactured product, a DIY solution will not be backed by the rigorous engineering and testing that goes into products like TurboSwing. For this reason, homemade towing devices are unsafe, unpredictable, and most likely unreliable. We highly recommend protecting the safety of both your riders and your boat by investing in a proven towing solution.
The Choice is Clear
If you’re looking for a reliable and safe towing solution for your boat, TurboSwing is the clear choice. There is no other product on the market that is rated to pull tubes and provide a fun and safe tubing experience.
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