Pedal boats: varieties and tips for choosing

In extreme heat in summer, many people want to spend time near the reservoir to cool off, sunbathe and just relax. And some prefer dynamic recreation - water skiing, kayaking, raft, pedal boat, which will be discussed in the article.

A water bike is a device that is set in motion by a person's muscular strength. This design has become very popular. The varieties of the water bike are the catamaran and aquasciper. For the safe use of this equipment, it is recommended that you complete an initial briefing.

Now the most famous entertainment is presented on all beaches - catamaran.

The catamaran is non-hazardous transport for movement on the water. It can be used while on holiday with the whole family. Some varieties are equipped with a slide to keep kids from getting bored. Despite the external volume, with the well-coordinated actions of the skaters, the device can develop a fairly high speed.

To create the hull of catamarans, one of the varieties of polyethylene is used. Movable elements are made of stainless materials. The presence of a water drain allows this device to be easily moved and stored.

Catamarans are also produced for own use. Therefore, if you have the necessary funds to purchase a pedal catamaran, it is easy.There is a wide selection of products, you can choose any model to satisfy even the most demanding taste. You can purchase a children's version or a large-scale vehicle that can carry up to 4 adults. Family travel products available.

Another type of water bike is the aquaskiper. This term refers to a separate vehicle, the operating rules of which have been clear for a long time, but it was tested only in the XX century. It also has other names: water wing, watercraft. It moves by bouncing: under the influence of the mass of passengers, pressure is generated on the wings, which makes it possible for the equipment to slide forward.

In order to use this vehicle on the water, first you need to acquire some skills. But all the effort is worth it. Over time, they will pay off with a good mood in a person who has studied the principle of the technology. Movement on the wing is also possible when a person is knee-deep in water. The main thing here is keep the rhythm and maintain a constant load.

Such vehicle models are created from light metals, for example, aluminum, with inclusions of fiberglass and rubber. The equipment is very easy to use and move from place to place.

If you wish, you can make a do-it-yourself vehicle for traveling on water. You can take a regular bicycle as a frame.

In addition, you will need to purchase the following items:

• an inflatable vessel in the amount of two pieces and a frame to which an ordinary bicycle is attached;
• steering paddles, placed on the fork and allowing maneuvering;
• an underwater propeller, where the work of the pedals is transferred, which makes it possible for the structure to move forward;
• container for moving.

For those who love extreme sports, such a product is perfect.

You can make a catamaran in another way. In this case, the material from which the product will be created depends on the imagination of the person creating the product. Most people use plastic bottles to create equipment. They allow you to make a reliable and safe frame. The mechanism that provides the movement of water bikes and the floats of the structures are very different.

Used, along with bottles, and car tires. To create a float, awning material, solid wood materials, and so on are used. Rowing mechanisms also have differences - they can be represented by a whole bicycle or its individual elements. Paddle wheels can be either foot or hand drive.

Whatever the water bike, its main purpose is give joy and allow you to have a good rest... Besides, it has a positive effect on the body.

First you need to decide where the ship will be used.

To choose the right product, and at the same time not waste money by paying for additional, rarely used functions, you need to build on the use cases:

• for fishing or sailing on a calm river you need to choose a water bike with streamlined contours, mono-balloons and a comfortable design;

• for sports competitions and rafting for mountain reservoirs, a 2-seater product with good maneuverability, a 2-layer balloon, high speed and a reliable frame is well suited;

• for long distance boat trips a water bike is suitable, which can withstand the load of an impressive mass, which will be needed during the trip.

Consider what the water bike manufacturers offer.

One of the models is a catamaran with inflatable pontoons. Several points are its positive characteristics:

• it will fit into any car;
• has a high carrying capacity;
• it has a massive solid deck;
• there is a comfortable fastening of the frame;
• acceptable shape of the cylinder bypass.

This model is classified as a multipurpose collapsible vessel. Because of its frame, an inflatable catamaran is the most stable and has a high seaworthiness, more than inflatable boats. It can even become the basis for creating a floatation.

This model is an electric hydrofoil bike. It features an aluminum alloy frame, two carbon fiber hydrofoils and a 400 watt motor to assist with pedaling. There are buoyancy modules that keep the product afloat when stopped. The weight of such a bicycle is up to 20 kg, it can be partially disassembled and moved by car.

This model can carry up to 100 kg of weight. People using a bicycle can adjust the engine power by pedaling. The model can work up to 60 minutes on a single battery charge, the speed reaches up to 25 km / h, which depends on the weight of the person's body.

It is a walking water bike made of fiberglass. It is well suited for those who like to relax on the water, and those who are busy organizing it. The dimensions of the product are as follows: length 300 cm, width 200 cm.Weight - 120 kg, it can withstand loads up to 0.22 tons.

The frame is made of plastic with the addition of polyester resins and is reinforced with fiberglass. The bottom of the product is made of fiberglass.

Structural features are as follows:

• two people sit at the edges;
• all mechanisms and blades are hidden from prying eyes under a plastic casing;
• the frame has tightly closed compartments, which are emergency buoyancy compartments.

Already in the Soviet Union, this catamaran was manufactured with good technical characteristics. This model still competes with modern products of this type. For most users, a catamaran is a comfortable means of transportation on water, has high maneuverability and can bear a lot of weight. The main difference between this product and others is the material from which it is created.

The body of this model is made of aluminum alloy, which makes the product lightweight and durable. The rest of the components are made of stainless steel. This ensures the reliability and safety of the catamaran.

Most people buy this water ride as a hobby.

The choice of a product used for sports must be approached more deliberately in order to choose a reliable and safe one.

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