How long of a rope do you need to pull a tube behind a boat?
According to the Water Sports Industry Association (WSIA), tube ropes must be at least 50 feet in length but not exceeding 65 feet. A rope shorter than 50 feet will tow the tube in the crest of the wake spraying the riders in the face. The distance between the boat and the tube during tubing can vary depending on a number of factors, including the size and weight of the riders, the size of the tube, and the speed of the boat. Generally, it’s recommended to keep a distance of at least 50-60 feet between the boat and the tube.The motors used to power tubes need to be able to provide about one horsepower for every 40 pounds of weight. The boat should be able to reach a speed of about 20mph in order to tow a tube. If you plan on towing more than one tube, you should consider a pontoon boat with a higher horsepower.
What speed do you pull a tube behind a boat?
Typically, boats for tubing will travel at speeds between 20-30 mph. However, it’s important to always follow local boating laws and regulations, and to never exceed the recommended speed for your boat and tube. You can do it with 1hp if you really wanted to. But kind of need to know what size and type of boat.The motors used to power tubes need to be able to provide about one horsepower for every 40 pounds of weight. The boat should be able to reach a speed of about 20mph in order to tow a tube. If you plan on towing more than one tube, you should consider a pontoon boat with a higher horsepower.
Is it safe to pull two tubes behind a boat?
It’s not safe because if the tube submarines it will catch way too much water and pull too hard on the boat and the towbar could rip out. So either don’t pull tubes, or don’t let the tube submarine. In fact, if the tube submarines—gets pulled under, which they sometimes do—a towline connected to a high tower or pylon can actually pull the boat over. A tube’s drag could also tear the tower or tall pylon from your boat, with plenty of damage and injury possible.