All about tubing

Times go by, entertainment changes. Now more and more often in winter you can meet children not with sledges or pieces of linoleum. All these devices have been replaced by inflatable tubing.

Tubing ("cheesecake for riding in the snow", "pill", "circle", "bun", "donut") is an inflatable circle that came from aquatic recreation. Do not give in to the stereotypes that this entertainment is inherent only in children. Adults are also not averse to riding a cheesecake down a slide and get a share of good emotions.

The body of the device contains two layers, which include the outer part (upper shell), the bottom and the inflatable car chamber. The production of these products is aimed primarily at the safety and reliability of the product being created. Tubings can be successfully used in 45-degree frost without the threat of hardening of the materials.

In total, there are two main types of tubing, which differ according to the season of use. These are water (summer) and winter adaptations.

Although tubing comes from water sports, it can also be used in winter. Winter ones differ from their water (summer) counterparts primarily in the material of manufacture. For winter versions of cheesecakes, PVC is used, which has high cold resistance, with a special glossy coating that ensures even gliding.

The luminous coating makes the tubing visible, which allows you to find it in the snowdrifts on a winter evening... The cheesecakes are available in round or oval versions. Such a solution allows not to lose the entire structure in ergonomics, as well as to correctly distribute the load over the inflatable car chamber.

Some models of winter inflatable bagels are available complete with backrests for a more comfortable sitting on them. You can also find such instances that equipped with LED or neon lighting, which will decorate the evening with colorful lights and allow you to see the tubing from afar.

Tubings can be used not only in winter, but also in summer. In this case, the track for skiing will not be a snow slope, but a water surface. The inflated inner tube, wrapped in a sturdy case with handles and straps, is an excellent raft that can easily withstand even a well-fed adult on the surface of the water. However, do not think that inflatable winter sleds are also suitable for water. This is not entirely true, because they have a slightly different design.

One of the best summer species is Hot Shot. It is equipped with a special towing rope that can be securely attached to the boat's hull. Also, this product has a drain drain valve, the use of which will prevent the accumulation of water in the inner layer. The smooth inflatable bottom provides uniform, comfortable glide on the water surface.

Such a product, as a rule, accommodates one person. The cover itself is made of sturdy nylon material that will prevent damage to both the outer layer and the inner bladder... However, such products (not only of this company) have a rather high price, which affects availability.

The materials of an inflatable cheesecake are understood to be its constituent elements and their design.

• Top material... The top of the inflatable sled is called the deck. It is based on PVC-coated awning fabric, which has high resistance to low temperatures and is excellent for winter. Sitting on a tubing will not slip off its surface, because it is characterized by a rough, tenacious relief.

• Tubing bottom... As a rule, all manufactured products of this type are produced with a plastic bottom. It acts as a lower load-bearing shell, which consists of compacted PVC-coated materials. Day tubing is smooth, and it is thanks to him that such a product glides very quickly on the snow. At the same time, the frequency of use does not in any way affect the integrity of the lower layer and its damage. This condition is valid, of course, only if the owners comply with the safety and maintenance rules of the projectile.

• Pens... Soft plastic with a rough texture is the basis for the handle holders. Their attachment on slings is characterized by a high level of reliability, which reduces the risk of injury to a minimum. It is the strong handles, fixed between the lines on both sides of the tubing, that are the most common and convenient way to keep the rider safe. Calculations made with the help of advanced technologies made it possible to select the optimal distribution of the load on the lines.

• Lightning... A strong reinforced zipper is required to close the upper tubing shell. This device is equipped with a special protective bar that prevents snow and accidental debris from getting into the mechanism.

• Valve... This element of the product protects the seated person from accidental injury, and the tubing protects from accidental damage.The valves of the chamber can be made either from a soft, non-traumatic material or from metal (then it is specially given a curved shape).

• Camera... For the inflatable base, cameras produced exclusively by the domestic auto industry are used. The thing is that the regulatory requirements for these products have practically not changed since the Soviet era. And at that time, almost all mechanical engineering was military-oriented. This means that car cameras were designed for active use in wartime. That is why they are far superior to their foreign counterparts.

• Textile... Tubing manufacturers use PVC, which is considered strong, durable and safe. In the common people, this material is called awning fabric. Its density in the lower half is one and a half times higher than that of the top. This is to facilitate the overall structure. The industrial method of dyeing the fabric provides additional glide quality and a glossy sheen.

In order to choose the right tubing model by size, first you need to decide for whom exactly the product is being bought. The concept of "tubing size" characterizes the diameter of the cover that fits the inflated chamber, because it is always smaller... There are baby bagels, as well as teenage and family variations. The latter is intended for two adults, two children or a child with an adult.

The size is best selected according to the height of the future user. So, for children up to one meter in height, a diameter of 60 to 85 centimeters is best, if a child is 100 to 140 centimeters tall, you need to buy a tubing with a diameter of 85-100 cm, and for people from 140 cm and above, a bagel with a size of 110 cm.

There are several models of cheesecake tubing that are highly rated by buyers. it Yukon, SnowShow, Tiny and Igloo.

• Products from the Yukon brand produced specifically for young fans of winter downhill skiing at the age from 4 to 11 years old. By weight, their maximum characteristic is 50 kg. Each tubing from this manufacturer is equipped with a high-quality car tube made of frost-resistant rubber, covered with high-strength PVC material. The kit includes a one and a half meter towing rope.

Also, the Yukon tubing boasts reinforced nylon safety handles and securely glued construction seams. Many models are produced with printed surfaces, which makes them beautiful and varied. The buyer will definitely find a product suitable for boys or girls.

• Brand SnowShow produces high-quality domestic products that are in demand on the winter entertainment market. The most common case diameter for this brand is 105 centimeters. Moreover, each such bagel can withstand up to 120 kg. Tubing with such characteristics is perfect for children over 8 years old, as well as adults. The handles are fixed here very carefully using practical plastic inserts.

• Sledge-cheesecakes from the firm "Kroha" produced specifically for children from 3 to 7 years old. The design of the bagel's outer cover makes it safe for descending from the hill, but at the same time provides good dynamic qualities. This manufacturer produces inflatable rings with a diameter of 80 centimeters, which will allow children weighing up to 35 kilograms to sit in them.

The outer shell is quite sturdy and often has a printed top with a wide variety of different color variations. At the same time, it is also characterized by good indicators of sliding on a snow slope, and two additional handles and a safety strap will completely eliminate the risk of accidental injury to the child.

• Igloo firm manufactures products that are a budget version of tubing. The assortment may include models with a diameter of both 65 and 90 centimeters. The maximum possible load varies from 50 to 130 kilograms, which makes these products suitable for use by children under 6 years of age and their parents.

Many models have a compacted material bottom, which eliminates the feeling of slight irregularities in the landscape. It should be remembered that in the Igloo model range there may be high-speed products that require compliance with the rules of safe rest.

In addition to the above choice for size and weight support, there are a number of other criteria by which you can choose the right tubing. It is an indisputable fact that the tubing undergoes a lot of wear during operation due to friction and high pressure. Therefore, when choosing, you should pay attention to the material from which the cheesecake is made.

The first option is a bottom made of reinforced PVC fabric. Once processed, this material picks up speed quickly and distributes sliding evenly throughout the structure. Also, its indisputable advantage is the ability to use it on snowy slopes. The second option is a plastic bottom. It is just as strong and lightweight, but its downside is that it is only used on ice slides.

When choosing, you should also pay attention to the fact is there a cable in the kit, or at least a mount for it. It is much more convenient to carry the cheesecake up the hill with you than to carry it in your hands or constantly push it. An important criterion is the seat of the inflatable ring. More precisely, its size. To do this, it is worth knowing the inner diameter of the circle. The larger it is, the more comfortable the tubing ride will be.

It is also worth paying attention to the special handles for which the seated person holds. Their presence greatly facilitates the control of the rolling tubing and guarantees the safety of the rider.

Usually, the set with the inflatable product is supplied instructions for its operation. However, more detailed information can be read below.

We must not forget that tubing riding is extremely exciting, but also quite dangerous.... The cheesecakes themselves have a very slippery undercoat, which allows them to reach high speeds.

At the same time, in some cases, they tend to rotate along their axis, which deprives the person sitting on the tubing of the ability to normally monitor the situation and control the cheesecake. When she develops high speed, she becomes a very traumatic object on the hill, not only for the skier, but also for the people around him. Such products very quickly accelerate to a speed exceeding the performance of ordinary sledges or ice-floes, and it is practically impossible to jump from a donut at such a high speed. When it spins up, it deprives the owner of the opportunity to navigate in space.

Tubings are not equipped with full-fledged steering and braking mechanisms. Therefore, an overclocked adult is a real danger. It is also highly discouraged to ride a cheesecake from a springboard, as it is very springy when it falls. This could push the seated person out and cause injury.

Another dangerous activity is tubing tied with a rope. They can roll over, and the rope can become entangled around the limbs of falling people. It is also forbidden to sit on a bagel together if it is not intended for this.

To ensure your own safety you need to ride only on specially designated tracks... At the same time, it is recommended to check them in advance for the absence of pits, bumps, broken fences and other dangerous elements. The slope of the slide should not exceed 20 degrees, and there should be enough free space at the bottom of the slope to safely brake.

When descending on an inflatable ring, you need to take a sitting position. Do not stand or jump on the product, this can lead to a traumatic situation. If someone is already moving along the slope, then you need to wait for him to completely descend and leave the track. At least, it is recommended to keep the distance with a margin.

You should also not tie inflatable products to various vehicles and ride them like on trailers. This can create a dangerous situation that threatens the health and life of the rider.

In general, people are extremely positive about tubing entertainment. Tubings are quite affordable, and their large range allows you to choose a cheesecake that is suitable for a particular person or situation. It is a great replacement for sleds that could bend, break, or damage in a collision. Due to its softness and elasticity, tubing cannot cause serious injury.

Users love the speed and lightness of the tubing. They are convenient to take with you, you just need to deflate the car camera and inflate it just before use. For the same reason, they are convenient store - when deflated, the bagel can be placed in any box or bag.

Plastic or glossy PVC coating on the bottom makes it slippery and fast. In tubing, you can take a comfortable position, and if you fall, you just need to group. The only thing that some owners do not like is their uncontrollability... Cheesecakes rushing at high speed with people are dangerous. However, there are handles and slings to hold the seated person, the body is soft, and if desired, the tubing can be controlled with the legs.