The Evolution of Watersports Tubes

Originally used primarily as lifesaving devices, watersports tubes are an example of how people's imagination has given way to new and lively ways to have fun.

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People have used rubber tubes as life-saving floatation devices in former decades. Records show that British sea vessels were some of the first that featured ring-shaped lifebuoys in order to help salvage citizen from drowning. The popularity of the tubes was such that in 1912, the candy Life Savers took the phrase and inspiration for picking that name, given the ring shape the candy had.

Over time, developments to the institute of tube water floatation devices evolved. The use of inner tubes for watersports only came recently, with the arrival of popular watersports such as water skiing and surfing. The rise of these action-oriented sports, especially with competitions that highlight high risk stunts, has brought about a crusade for innovative ways for water skiers to ride faster, jump higher, and move more freely. As such, the designs of watersports tubes are made to suit the rigors of the sport and the demands of watersports athletes for higher performance.

Usually, watersports tubes are crafted using lightweight material, in order to great help the athletes have great control. The tubular shape helps keep the devices structurally strong, so it will not fall apart while in use. Watersports tubes are also made to provide relax for the skier as he skims on the top of the water's surface. Some models also highlight handholds, air and water-release valves, knuckle guards and other options in order to allow the user to have greater operate over the tube and have a safer ride.

The Evolution of Watersports Tubes