What’s the difference between a commercial
towable and a consumer towable?
Commercial towables are generally used for commercial
applications such as at a camp, resort, or beachfront concession business
and must endure heavy use. These towables are built using 28 oz, 1000
Denier reinforced PVC material and are consequently much more expensive
than consumer towables. Consumers can certainly purchase the commercial
grade towables if they are looking for the ultimate in durability
and want to pull 3-6 riders at one time. Consumer grade towables are
constructed of 30gauge non-reinforced vinyl and generally have a nylon
covering over the inflatable bladder. They are intended for more recreational
use and generally accommodate a smaller number of riders simultaneously
(ie. 1-3 riders). Call us for more information (320-274-6500).
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How do you inflate/deflate
RAVE’s commercial towables?
We highly recommend the use of an industrial inflator
like the RAVE hurricane blower.
With this blower, it only takes a couple of minutes to inflate the
entire product. You can order this high volume inflator directly from
Anchor Dock and Lift by calling 320-274-6500. Two Way hand pumps or
the output side of a shop vacuum are also commonly used devices for
inflating these products. Hand pumps are especially useful on the
smaller stabilizer tubes or wings on the sides of these products since
they have much smaller air chambers. To deflate, simply depress and
lock open the valve or power deflate using the reverse side of your
hurricane blower or shop vac.
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Can I use an air compressor
to inflate my commercial towable product(s)?
We do not recommend the use of an air compressor for
inflating any products unless done so with extreme care and caution
as over-inflation can more easily occur, thus damaging the tube beyond
repair. RAVE’s commercial grade products are fully inflated
and very firm with only 1-2 PSI of air pressure. The high pressure
of most air compressors can easily cause over inflation if not monitored
closely during the inflation process. If a compressor is used, be
sure not to exceed 2 PSI within the tube.
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How is the Sea Wasp different
from the Waterboggan?
Basically, the Sea Wasp
models have much wider stabilizer wings than the Waterboggan
products, giving it more stability on the water. If you want to tow
several riders who like the thrill of gliding across the water and
have to really lean around corners to prevent from tipping, then the
Waterboggan might be a good choice. Many camps, resorts, and concessionaires
use the three, five and six person Waterboggans to entertain their
guests. For those riders who want a more stable ride with little chance
of tipping, the Sea Wasp might be the answer. It has much wider side
wings for added stability in rough water and high speed turns and
is available in three, five and six person models also.
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Does RAVE offer a side-by-side
version of the Waterboggan?
Please call Anchor Dock and Lift (320-274-6500) for
more information.
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