Kwik Tek Big Slice Inflatable Towable Review

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(More customer reviews)Just purchased 2 "Big Slice" tubes to replace 2 identical tubes we have had for a few years.I've purchased dozens of tubes over the years and these have been my favorite. Minus one star for long term durability.

Pros:

1) Nice soft handles with neoprene to protect your knuckles.
2) Neoprene pad for your knees.
3) Fully covered with few seams to catch on and hurt yourself (unlike open donut style tubes).
4) Nice screw on, quick fill, "Boston" valve.
5) Thicker in front, thinner in the rear for easy boarding.
6) Special hook makes it easy to hook to a rope.
7) Price is reasonable.

Cons:

1) They don't last forever, maybe 3 years.This is fine with me considering the abuse they suffer.
2) There is no neoprene where your elbows hit.The canvas is fairly soft so this is not a big deal to me.
3) The webbing where the rope hooks up could be more durable.I reinforced mine so this never became an issue.

Notes:

1) If your kids are sinking this tube it is because they are riding too far forward, not because of where the rope hooks up. Have em lean back till the tube planes out. (See also #4)

2) The handles are important.I've had tubes with hard plastic handles (no good), and really durable coarse fabric handles which were too rough on your knuckles (no good).The handles on this tube are a nice compromise between comfort and durability.

3) The Boston valve is the best. Quick to inflate, quick to deflate, and secure. Our Walmart tubes have press in valves that pop loose and then the tube goes flat.One of my old tubes uses a car type Schrader valve which takes forever to pump up.Boston is the way to go.

4) The Big Slice is for going fast with adults or big kids. Small kids might prefer the open style tubes they can climb down inside and maintain a low center of gravity.Smaller kids can successfully ride fully covered tubes but the open style tubes are easier for the little ones.

5) The Slice sits low in the water and is not bouncy like taller tubes. The Slice is like a sports car while the taller bouncy tubes are like top heavy 4 wheel drive trucks.

6) I've got other tubes but never ride them anymore because I prefer the Big Slice.

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Product Description:
Carve up the waves with the Airhead Slice! You'll REALLY slice up the water with the Slice... pardon my pun (couldn't resist!) This tube's for one or two riders and is guaranteed to get the fun going next time you're on the water! Handles up to 2 riders. Slice is a 60" low profile Tube. Topside neoprene panel. Four nylon-wrapped handles and molded EVA knuckle guards. Accommodates up to 2 riders. 60" diameter. Durable 30-gauge virgin vinyl inner is fully encased by a rugged 840-denier nylon cover. Internal tow harness. Super convenient Kwik-Connect Two System and Boston Valve. Easy to climb onto... 6" high at the back. Order yours Now! AVAILABLE SEPARATELY: Airhead Super Slice--word search our Store for 'Super Slice'. Airhead Slice

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