Who Makes This Tube? "Launch Pod"

[Infomaniac]

Saw a cool tube this weekend. It flies pretty easy. May as well buy one now. As soon as my kids see it they will need to have one. Not like I would like it either :rolleyes:
Called a launch pod or pad? If it had been tied to a tall ski boat pole, it would have been way up there.
Who makes it or one like it?
[ May 27, 2003, 11:52 AM: Message edited by: Infomaniac ]

[spectratoad]

Tried to do an internet search but came up with this,
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Aquatic Pod Suite
A Hammacher Schlemmer catalog exclusive, this is the world's only aquatic pod suite that offers panoramic views simultaneously above and below the surface of the water. Circular, with a 'flying saucer' aspect, the suite rests directly on the water, the lower portion submerged approximately five feet. Perfect as a getaway at a favorite lagoon, beach, lake or river, the suite offers spectacular 300° views of the environment. Beam lights illuminate the depths for viewing the aquatic surroundings after dark. With a 150 square-foot interior, the self-contained, circular suite has all the furnishings for two people to enjoy on-the-water living. The interior has a central air conditioning system, desalination unit, mini-bar, audio-video system wi th Bose¨ stereo, king-size bed, toilet and shower. Outside, a floating terrace circumscribes the unit, providing a 6.6-foot-wide surface for sun bathing or enjoying breezes off the water. The inflatable terrace also lends stability and extra buoyancy to the suite, and protects it from scratches and bumps when visiting boats or windsurfers dock alongside. The above-water entrance is a watertight aviation design that prevents stray moisture and splashes from dampening the interior. Unlike houseboats, this unit remains permanently anchored at a specific location by an environmentally-friendly anchor that attaches with a durable, corrosion-resistant chain. It can also be towed by a boat. A 2.5kva diesel generator with exhaust silencer produces 220-volt power to supply all necessary electricity. Interior headroom is 7 1/3' H. Exterior is 28 1/2' Diameter (including the floating terrace). (Overall weight 5,500 lbs., including ballast) Personalized service: call 1-800-227-3528 between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. Eastern time and our Product Specialists will answer your questions. The unit is shipped and delivered by the manufacturer's representatives and covered exclusively by the manufacturer's warranty. Price includes delivery to the location of your choice anywhere in the U.S., plus 'white glove' assembly, water launch and training by a 4-man crew, but does not include local taxes or license fees. Please allow 4 months for delivery.
Item 10183 ............... $91,100.00

[Infomaniac]

spectratoad:
Tried to do an internet search but came up with this,
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Lifetime Guarantee
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Aquatic Pod Suite
A Hammacher Schlemmer catalog exclusive, this is the world's only aquatic pod suite that offers panoramic views simultaneously above and below the surface of the water. Circular, with a 'flying saucer' aspect, the suite rests directly on the water, the lower portion submerged approximately five feet. Perfect as a getaway at a favorite lagoon, beach, lake or river, the suite offers spectacular 300° views of the environment. Beam lights illuminate the depths for viewing the aquatic surroundings after dark. With a 150 square-foot interior, the self-contained, circular suite has all the furnishings for two people to enjoy on-the-water living. The interior has a central air conditioning system, desalination unit, mini-bar, audio-video system wi th Bose¨ stereo, king-size bed, toilet and shower. Outside, a floating terrace circumscribes the unit, providing a 6.6-foot-wide surface for sun bathing or enjoying breezes off the water. The inflatable terrace also lends stability and extra buoyancy to the suite, and protects it from scratches and bumps when visiting boats or windsurfers dock alongside. The above-water entrance is a watertight aviation design that prevents stray moisture and splashes from dampening the interior. Unlike houseboats, this unit remains permanently anchored at a specific location by an environmentally-friendly anchor that attaches with a durable, corrosion-resistant chain. It can also be towed by a boat. A 2.5kva diesel generator with exhaust silencer produces 220-volt power to supply all necessary electricity. Interior headroom is 7 1/3' H. Exterior is 28 1/2' Diameter (including the floating terrace). (Overall weight 5,500 lbs., including ballast) Personalized service: call 1-800-227-3528 between 8 a.m. and 12 p.m. Eastern time and our Product Specialists will answer your questions. The unit is shipped and delivered by the manufacturer's representatives and covered exclusively by the manufacturer's warranty. Price includes delivery to the location of your choice anywhere in the U.S., plus 'white glove' assembly, water launch and training by a 4-man crew, but does not include local taxes or license fees. Please allow 4 months for delivery.
Item 10183 ............... $91,100.00 Thanks I called them, arranged delivery and everything. They were not so nice after I asked how long a tow rope I should use.

[Boozer]

Have you seen this tube yet?
http://www.bartswatersports.com/catalog.asp?C=276&P=4632

[spectratoad]

:D :D :D
I looked in Overton's, Ski Unlimited, Bart's and nothing by that name came up.
I saw one this weekend that was kind of shaped like a wing and sat three side by side. The kids looked like they were having a blast. It got some air too. Seemed to always land safe so no kids would wreck hard and be afraid of it if you had younger children.

[Infomaniac]

I have seen that one Boozer. The kids want a flat tube.
I called SportsStuff. They say the launch pod is a water trampoline. I am thinking someone rigged it up to tow.
They would fly it for 1/4 mile or more. :D

[Boozer]

Infomaniac:
I have seen that one Boozer. The kids want a flat tube.
I called SportsStuff. They say the launch pod is a water trampoline. I am thinking someone rigged it up to tow.
They would fly it for 1/4 mile or more. :D They sell that one at Sams club for $300 its actually designed to be towed it just doesnt have handles on it. I don't know how hard it would be to add handles but that sucker would have some bouncy landings considering the whole center of it is a trampoline.
Sam's club also has a nice 2 seater tube for like 139.99 that Im going to buy this weekend.

[RandyH]

Has anybody rode in one of these yet. Is it worth 300 big ones. Looks like a riot.
http://imagescommerce.bcentral.com/merchantfiles/1062670/orbitaction.jpg
Randy eek!

[TPI]

Where the hell do you sit?
GT

[hboldno7]

We have the launch pad trampaline, got it at sams club havent towed it yet but is a blast to have tied off in front of the campsite at the river, total chick magnet. Ill post some pics of the launch pad in action this past weekend.

[spectratoad]

We were talking about those round towables this weekend. I guess when you get out on the whip the g-force just pins you and you are along for the ride no matter what. :D :D

[Infomaniac]

The kids rode one of those last year. They were dissapointed that they were not heavy enough to get it to roll.

[RandyH]

RiverDave
Randy eek! [/qb]WHOA!! Where do ya get one of those? :) That's gotta be awesome riding in that thing.
RD [/QB][/QUOTE]
Here you go RD. I just cant remember what catalog it was in but I found thier website.
http://www.sportsstuff.com/images/towables/concepts/orbitiso400.jpg
http://www.sportsstuff.com/images/towables/concepts/orbitside400.jpg
http://www.sportsstuff.com/pages/towables/concepts/orbit.htm#
I think it would satisfy those people that are looking for more speed when they are towed.
:D
Randy