07-16-2009, 06:05 PM
It is really a float tube that as a bonus contains some of the attributes of a pontoon.
Somebody used the term "PONTUBE" in the past, and that is exactly what this craft is.
I agree that the oars as an auxiliary are interesting, and in a breeze that would challenge normal fin power they will be useful. Also for covering a long distance to the fishing area, the oars are a good option.
Something tells me that we will probably see more manufacturers producing these hybrid craft in the future, which are more portable than the average metal frame pontoon, and presumeably faster than the average float tube..
How would flygoddess compare this craft to the echo for example?
The closest competitor product, speaking performance-wise, to these is probably an inflatable kayak.
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Somebody used the term "PONTUBE" in the past, and that is exactly what this craft is.
I agree that the oars as an auxiliary are interesting, and in a breeze that would challenge normal fin power they will be useful. Also for covering a long distance to the fishing area, the oars are a good option.
Something tells me that we will probably see more manufacturers producing these hybrid craft in the future, which are more portable than the average metal frame pontoon, and presumeably faster than the average float tube..
How would flygoddess compare this craft to the echo for example?
The closest competitor product, speaking performance-wise, to these is probably an inflatable kayak.
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