![]() ![]() Leaks can occur at the valve but those tubes using Summit II valves are far less likely to do so. Summit II valves are more durable than Boston valves. Most valves are user friendly but some are more durable than others. ![]() They are not as durable, but they have drastic weight reduction as this particular tube weighs only 7 lbs! The type of valves is also a concern. Tubes like the Outcast Trinity use a UCN (Urethane Coated Vinyl) shell to hold the air. There are some tubes that do not use bladders. Price is very indicative of what type of bladder is used. They are more likely to hold up and remain leak-free over time. Urethane bladders are far superior to Vinyl bladders. The main concern is what type of bladder is used. Most tubes have an outer shell rating that is durable enough for average use. The durability is given a weight rating, typically between 200 – 600. Typically the material on top is lighter gauge fabric than that of the shell material on the bottom of the tube. The outer shell that holds these bladders is a fabric material that will vary in durability from the top of the tubes to the bottoms. Most tubes have internal bladders constructed of either Vinyl or Urethane. Like pontoon boats, the most important determinant of quality and performance depends on the materials used and the overall size of the float tube. ![]()
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