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Buying an Outcast Float Tube

Fishing in a Float Tube An inflatable float tube (which is also called a belly boat or a v-boat) allows any angler to get out onto the water, even if they don’t have access to, or cannot afford a boat. Float tubes have become extremely popular, and are mostly used by anglers on lakes, rivers and other large bodies of water. As float tubes are extremely portable, they also allow anglers to carry them in within a backpack to inaccessible locations, where they can be used on remote lake or other bodies of water.

The first float tubes used were nothing more than a homemade truck inner-tubes with a built-in web seat in the middle. Because of their shape, these original round float tubes had more resistance when moving through the water, and were very slow and difficult to maneuver. The pontoon float tube that is used today consists of two air chambers (called pontoons) on either side of the angler. Pontoon float tubes have a ‘V shape’ design which are more streamlined to cut through the water at lot better than the traditional round float tubes. Pontoon float tubes are therefore a lot quicker through the water and are easier to maneuver than round float tubes.

With a pontoon float tube, the angler also sits higher up than in the original round float tubes. This makes casting easier, and will also keep the angler warmer in cold water as they are less submerged under the water. Float tubes today come with lots of very handy additional features such as numerous pockets to store and organize your fly fishing equipment as well as back rests for additional comfort whilst fishing. Anglers generally use fins (or flippers) attached to their feet when using float tubes – these fins propel the angler and float tube through the water a lot quicker.

Why Buy an Outcast Float Tube

Today, Outcast Sporting Gear are one of the world’s leading float tube designers, and produce some of the best float tubes currently available. Cutting-edge design and large diameter, lightweight air cells make Outcast float tubes the cream of the crop. The V-design used for each Outcast float tube allows the float tube to cut through the water easier and makes them faster and more maneuverable. The larger air cells used means that an Outcast float tube will float higher in the water and support more weight, whilst also keeping you warmer and dryer. These features allow your legs to kick straight out from the knees, making maneuverability and movement smoother, with less effort.

All Outcast float tube models use urethane-coated nylon and 14-millimeter urethane for air cells which aid in puncture resistance. A combination of urethane-coated nylon, pack cloth and PVC makes all Outcast float tubes durable and lightweight. Outcast has now been making outstanding float tubes for over a decade, and all Outcast float tube models carry a 5-year warranty on materials and workmanship.

Outcast Trinity Float Tube

The Outcast Trinity is the ultimate lightweight float tube. This lightweight but highly functional tube allows you to get to places others anglers with heavier tubes just don’t want to try. This Outcast float tube weighs only 8 pounds, and comes packaged with an economy hand pump and a backpack. This float tube features 5 air chambers and 2 large gear pockets in which to stow your fly fishing gear. Other features include an inflatable stripping apron and a mesh cargo deck. If you are a tuber and like to travel light and fast or if you just can’t get another thing in your truck then the Trinity float tube is for you!

Specifications:

V-Shape design provide increased maneuverability and ease of fin kicking
Weight: Total weight 8lbs (6lbs excluding the pack and pump)
Fabric: 420 UCN Denier with thermally welded seams
Inflated size: 41″ x 54″
Load Capacity: Up to 300lbs
Tube Diameter: 13″
Urethane coated air cells
Two large cargo pockets
Inflatable stripping apron and mesh cargo deck
Warranty: 5 years

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Outcast Super Fat Cat Float Tube

Designed for comfort and durability, the Super Fat Cat is based on the original V-shape design, which means it slices through the water for a faster and easier ride. This Outcast float tube has an inflatable seat and backrest that make this float tube more compact to store and transport. The seat and backrest has two separate valves which you can adjust for a cozy, custom fit. The seat and backrest also ride high in the water to provide improved visibility and casting distance. This higher position also means a warmer and drier ride (as only your lower legs are in water), and also provides a better fin kicking position.

The 13-inch urethane air cells supports weights up to 300 pounds and the top material of the float tube is made of a tough, puncture resistance 420-denier pack cloth. The bottom of the float tube is made from 600-denier PVC which resists snags, sharp rocks and everyday wear and tear. Two large armrests pockets hold all the fly gear you will need for a long day on the water, and there are also two storage pockets behind the seat. This float tube also features an adjustable stripping apron which makes fighting and landing fish much easier. Its innovative hull design and special features have set the Outcast Super Fat Cat float tube far apart from all other float tube brands.

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