Light, Fast, and Comfortable those are the 3 areas that jump out on my first trip.
The Float Plus 1 is as we like to say a next level float tube. There are a lot of great tubes out there and many different types as well. So yes there is something for everyone's needs. For those that are looking for float tube that will last and take abuse the Hybrids are what you should be looking for. The Float Plus 1 is now on that list.
This float tube weighs in at 26.5 lbs and with the multiple handles you can carry it with easy to the water. The handles at the seat are perfectly located and balanced for carrying.
I have come to notice that the most of these hybrid float tubes have major a agility. The Float Plus 1 is no different, but what I did notice as part of this agility it also has speed. This float tube is fast, combining the agility of a hybrid and the light weight of this boat you can see there this Float Plus 1 can be fast on the water.
The comfort is there, I was concerned by the seat valve being under the seat. I have had to let out air pressure of seats like these before as they can be tough to sit on for long periods. Being able to get to the valve to let out some air is very important. So having the seat valve under the seat was a concern. before heading out I inflated the back rest pretty firm and the actual seat just a little softer. It was very comfortable for my first trip out. I also feel the that the width of the setting area of over 20 inches adds to this.
Two other observations, there are no D-Rings which we need to attach items on our tubes. Of course these tubes are well built for gluing your attachments to including the D-Rings. The boat come with 2 extra D-Rings that can be glued on quick and easy. After making this comment Maikel Lambregts creator of the Float Plus systems said they did this on purpose to allow you the owner to add what you want were you want it. I like that idea.
The other observation was that the main floor of the float tube is very slightly tilted backwards to the rear. The idea here is that you don't have any issues of sliding forward on your seat. Many people are talking about this currently so its great to see a company address this concern.
So the next is the Motor which will be sent when they are ready. I am looking forward to this add on as well. The boat was designed for the motor. It worked amazing with out it so I can only image what it will be like with the motor.
Thanks for reading, any questions please be sure to ask I would love to answer your questions.
