126barnes Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 I'm looking for a float tube, and the only option I have locally is a cheap-o Gunnision at the crapy tire. So I'm looking for some good advise before I mail order one of these things. No real budget just looking for something to do the job well and not break the bank. Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trailhead Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 Try posting in the trading section on this forum. I picked up a reasonable one for $70. Plus I have seen them at "sale" prices at some of the larger sporting goods places in Calgary, ie Russells and Wholesale. If you are going the mail order route, Cabela has the basic round tube for $65 plus $18 for shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveM Posted January 8, 2008 Share Posted January 8, 2008 I would stay away from the round tube if I was buying one now. Get a 'toon-type or U-shaped tube that has an elevated seat. These move through the water better( only your feet in the water, as opposed to from the waist down; plus, the shape doesn't push as much water); you also stay warmer when your balls are not in the water on those early spring/late fall days- even with neoprenes on, you can get a chill after a few hours. The price of these types of tubes have dropped a lot the last coupla years. Don't know much about brand names; if your planning to pack it in on some hikes, definitely compare weights on different models. One more important thing- the raised seat makes casting a helluva lot easier. Just my 2 cents... Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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