Brand | SportsStuff |
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Material | Heavy-gauge PVC bladder; heavy-duty full nylon cover; reinforced tow system |
Color | Yellow, Red, Black |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Item Weight | 1 Pounds |
Sport | Boating |
Number of Items | 1 |
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 13.89 x 12.71 x 6.1 inches |
Package Weight | 3.04 Kilograms |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 12.5 x 13.5 x 6.25 inches |
Brand Name | SportsStuff |
Warranty Description | 1 Year Warranty |
Model Name | Booster Ball Tow Rope |
Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
Manufacturer | SPORTSSTUFF |
Part Number | 53-2030Z |
Style | Tubes and Sleds |
Included Components | One Booster Ball with Tow Rope Attached |
Size | Dimensions inflated (38in x 28in) deflated (45in x 36in) |
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Sportsstuff Booster Ball, Towable Tube Rope Performance Ball Dimensions inflated (38in x 28in) deflated (45in x 36in)
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Brand | SportsStuff |
Material | Heavy-gauge PVC bladder; heavy-duty full nylon cover; reinforced tow system |
Color | Yellow, Red, Black |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Item Weight | 1 Pounds |
About this item
- This towable tube Booster ball is attached to a tow rope to keep it lifted out of the water, which also boosts the visibility of your tow rope, making it easy to find and grab when needed
- Reduces rope spray and prevents the rope from getting sucked into wake, so you can spend more time cruising and less time fixing things
- The Booster Ball itself acts like a shock absorber that minimizes drag and acts as a barrier to snap backs
- The Booster Ball helps extend the life of your towable by reducing stress on the tube and its cover, helping it deliver fun and action for years to come
- Includes 60-foot 4,100-pound break strength, 16-strand polypropylene rope
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From the manufacturer
Sportsstuff Booster Ball With Custom Tow Rope
The BOOSTER BALL is a custom tow rope with an inflatable buoy in the middle that will boost your towable’s performance in many ways. It keeps the tow rope out of the water while towing. This prevents rope spray and enhances the overall performance of most towables and action tubes.
Big Booster Improves Towable Performance
Booster Ball keeps the tow rope out of the water while towing, reducing drag, rope spray, & submarining. It also lowers stress on tubes & covers, allowing your towables to last.
For use with 1-4 rider towables.
Size: 38 in. x 28 in. 60ft.
The Booster Ball reduces drag and rope spray, so you can enjoy the action!
Diminishes drag and rope spray, eliminates towable submarining, and lowers stress on the tube and cover, so your towables last longer.
Big Mable | Super Mable | Great Big Mable | Booster Ball and Rope | Towable Pump 12V | |
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Product Type | Towable Tube | Towable Tube | Towable Tube | Booster Ball and Rope | Inflatable Tube Pump |
Number of Riders | 1-2 Riders | 1-3 Riders | 1-4 Riders | 1-4 Riders | |
Weight Limit | 340 lbs | 510 lbs | 680 lbs | 680 lbs | |
Kwik-Connect Included | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
Number of Tow Points | 2 Tow Points | 2 Tow Points | 2 Tow Points | ||
Fully Covered | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Dimensions (deflated) | 69 x 66 x 34-inches | 79 x 78 x 34-inches | 85 x 93 x 34-inches | 38 x 27-inches | |
Rope Length | 60 Feet | ||||
Outlet | 12 Volt Outlet | ||||
Amps/Watts/PSI | 14 amps / 200 watts / 2.3 PSI |
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Additional Information
ASIN | B001Q98TNY |
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Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #37,183 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #8 in Water Sport Towables |
Date First Available | January 20, 2009 |
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Customers like the performance, quality and tow rope of the recreation ball. For example, they mention it works well, serves a great purpose and that it's very heavy duty. They also appreciate the towability. That said, some disagree on drag, spray elimination, size, and rope.
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Customers like the performance of the recreation ball. For example, they say it works well, serves a great purpose, and keeps the rope out of the water. It works well for boats with low tow points, and it works for towing two smaller tubes. Customers also mention that it holds up to 4K lbs and does the job of a rope guide for the largest towables.
"The sports stuff booster ball works great for boats with low tow points. My wife and kids hated tubing due to rope spray...." Read more
"...only do they help with a greater awareness of tubing they also serve great purpose to keep tow like free from drag. Awesome product, worth the money." Read more
"Used for pulling a tube behind a Pontoon. Works great for keeping the rope from getting bogged down. Eliminated splashing for the tubers." Read more
"Worked great for 20 min. Kept losing air. Got home, removed bladder, inflated and sprayed with bubble soap...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the recreation ball. They mention it's very heavy duty, well made, and sturdy. The air bladder appears to be very sturdy and is covered with a thick canvas. Some say that it has been almost two seasons without any signs of wear. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...only had it for a few months now but have used it a lot and seems well built and and durable. This is worth the money to have some fun on the water...." Read more
"...Awesome product, worth the money." Read more
"...Driver and rider experience has a lot to do with submarining too. Perfect and very well made...." Read more
"...And this thing is very heavy duty - we've pulled some huge tubes with it, and have had several slowplow/nosedive badly, putting enormous force..." Read more
Customers like the tow rope. They say it keeps the rope up out of the water, which makes for a better ride. They also appreciate that it keeps it away from the engine and removes all splash. Customers also mention that the rope floats so it never gets caught, and it doesn't catch the wake. They appreciate that this makes it easier to pull a raft and reduces the chance of submerging the towing vehicle.
"...Adding this booster ball changed all of that. There is no more rope spray and the towing more smoother and not jerky...." Read more
"...It also greatly reduces the chance of submarining the towable, notice I did not say illuminates...." Read more
"...WE LOVE IT. IT DOES JUST WHAT I WANT IT TO DO - it keeps the tow rope in the air instead of on the water, reduces drag on the boat and the tow..." Read more
"...Definitely keeps the rope out of the water, reducing the slack when taking turns. This is a must have product for any water sport enthusiast." Read more
Customers find the towing capabilities of the recreation ball to be better than other brands. They say it makes towing much easier, making it easier to pull a raft or riders with a lesser powered boat. They also mention that the rope is much higher, which allows for better towing and control. Customers also say it's easier to get the tube over wakes and provides a more rigorous ride for towables.
"...There is no more rope spray and the towing more smoother and not jerky...." Read more
"...others: less spray, no submarining, less rope drag leading to easier boat turning and faster lateral motion for the tube...." Read more
"...It is easier to get the tube inside, outside, and across both wakes, and if you make a tight circle with the tubers inside the wake for a few..." Read more
"Towing a tube is so much more enjoyable less splash and it pulls better also" Read more
Customers are mixed about the drag of the recreation ball. Some mention that it works to reduce drag, while others say that it doesn't totally stop the rope dragging.
"...already mentioned by others: less spray, no submarining, less rope drag leading to easier boat turning and faster lateral motion for the tube...." Read more
"...riders to distribute wait to rear until getting going, slow does not work well but haven't found a rider yet that wants to go slow chariot style..." Read more
"Well i did get to use this and it does help with rope drag...." Read more
"...- it keeps the tow rope in the air instead of on the water, reduces drag on the boat and the tow harness or ski post, and ESPECIALLY it keeps water..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the spray elimination of the recreation ball. Some mention that it decreases spray on the tubers face, while others say that it kicks up so much spray.
"...of the water provides many advantages already mentioned by others: less spray, no submarining, less rope drag leading to easier boat turning and..." Read more
"...in the boat faster, maintain speed in turns better, there is less spray on the riders from the rope catching in the water and a LOT less drag on the..." Read more
"...there is more weight to the rear of the towable, but it does not eliminate the rope spray for this particular tube when only one person rides in the..." Read more
"...to inflate and mess with, however, my tubers love the fact the spray is gone...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the recreation ball. Some mention it's large and bright that other boat users can't see it. It's great for smaller hp motors and perfect for the pontoon. However, others say that it'd take up a considerable amount of space in their pontoone boat when pulled aboard.
"...Con(s)Relatively High PriceSize – This item is very bulky and necessitates deflation when transporting within the boat...." Read more
"...This thing is very very large. I have issues with the ball submarining on take off, but think shortening rope may help...." Read more
"...I did notice the rope are a little long but im still figuring out the length i need i got to short ropes on it right now my next step is one short..." Read more
"Let me say, this has been a great addition to my boat. I have a 2021, Lowe roughneck 2072 with a 115 mercury...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the rope that comes with the recreation ball. Some say that it's great tow ropes included, while others say that the rope is terrible and frays after a few uses.
"...Pro(s)Easily inflatesReduces submariningCapacity of rope suits multi-person large towablesCon(s)..." Read more
"...It dried out quickly after we were done. Great tow ropes included." Read more
"...Had to tie knot so kids could finish the day . Ball is good but ropes are junk" Read more
"...I like that it comes with rope already attached. Another added benefit is that it helps increase visibility for other boaters." Read more
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I purchases the booster ball in 2013, so we’ve been using it for six years. Still holding up, and it outlasted the towable tube we purchased at the same time. Definitely need to keep it out of direct sunlight during storage, as this extends the life. The booster ball makes a pretty big difference in keeping the tube from submarining, especially when you get some weight on there with several kids or a couple of adults. It’s big and kind of in the way, but worth it overall to prevent the tube from nosediving starting off.
Pro(s)
Easily inflates
Reduces submarining
Capacity of rope suits multi-person large towables
Con(s)
Relatively High Price
Size – This item is very bulky and necessitates deflation when transporting within the boat.
Does it do what it claims to do?
Reduce Submarining – Yes. It seems to help prevent submarining in most situations. I would say this is the determining factor as to whether this booster is worth your money. If you have a problem with towables nose diving prior to planning off, then it is worth it. If this is not an issue, you do not need this item.
Improve Fuel Economy – No.
Improve Handling and Speed of the Towable – Not really. The booster ball really does not do much once the boat has planed off at speed.
Reduce Rope Spray – Somewhat; but not enough to justify cost for this factor alone.
Overview
The booster ball has largely preventing submarining in my experience thus far. I have used it behind a 20’ Bow Rider (5.0 Liter In/Out) towing a large 4-Person tube. It has allowed me to tow at rather low speeds while idling out of coves, and take off slowly while towing younger children on the tube without the issue of diving the nose. It reduces rope spray as long as there is more weight to the rear of the towable, but it does not eliminate the rope spray for this particular tube when only one person rides in the center riding position. The Booster Ball takes up nearly the entire front of a 20’ Bow rider, so it pretty much has to either be in tow or deflated. A standard portable air mattress pump will inflate the ball in less than five minutes, though. I have only had the booster ball for approximately a month, so I cannot speak to the durability of this item. I can speak from past experience with nylon covered towables, that it is extremely important to store these in a covered area, as sunlight deteriorates the handles and connector straps quite rapidly.
We tow the Big Mable couch style and chariot style with absolutely no issue (chariot style requires riders to distribute wait to rear until getting going, slow does not work well but haven't found a rider yet that wants to go slow chariot style anyway) behind a 23' pontoon with a 115 hp motor with tow points on the rear of the pontoons (maybe 1 to 1-1/2' max above water line).
Prior to the ball I found it difficult to get a donut style, single rider tube outside the wake (even had a hotdog son that would stand on it and taunt me to knock him off) and my wife did nothing but complain about the rope spray in her eyes. Then I bought a Big Mable (two rider) tube and NEVER got it out of the wake, my adult sons (5 of them all over 23 yrs old) did nothing but complain that tubing behind a pontoon was for grandma's and would rather just anchor and swim.
Then along came "the ball" (as we call it)!! Rope spray has become a non-issue for two reasons; 1) it is greatly reduced and 2) riders are too busy trying to stay on the tube (remember those 5 sons? LOL They now spend a lot of time and energy crawling back up on the tube! No matter which tube I am pulling and no matter couch direction or chariot direction, my pontoon is no longer being called a "grandma" boat). "The ball" now allows the tube to EASILY get outside the wake left and right and it kind of rolls across the water allowing for the exciting sliding of the tube left and right but keeping the rope taught so the severe rope snap is gone and no more whip lash! You want air?
My wife refuses to ride chariot style after watching the boys but does get on couch style (grandma) and has not once complained of rope spray but then she is hanging on for dear life and exhausted when her turn is over so she's just laughing, smiling and too tired to complain of anything unless it's having to get off or going too fast! She has started riding more with the grandkids now because I won't try to dump them (they too will age and the ride will change! All in due time!).
As for those that are experiencing the ball coming unzipped? Duh, turn it 180 degrees so that as the water is pushing the zipper up or so that it is being zipped up instead of being unzipped (or zipped down) by the water movement, seems like common sense to me! Have had absolutely no issues with it unzipping, just be conscience of what direction you are attaching it.
Saw people complain of the size, really? Deflate it when you bring it in the boat, takes it less than 2 minutes to deflate (just be careful with the valve cause the inner bladder will move and the valve can be hard to find to inflate again, I hold onto the valve until it's totally deflated and folded up). Want to use it again, pull out your 12v air pump (Airhead AHP 12v High Output air pump) and wala in less than 3 minutes it's full once again. We store it under our small corner seat cushion on the pontoon with our ropes, takes up very little space.
This was the best purchase since we bought the pontoon! Makes tubing with a pontoon viable and the tubes as exciting and fun as they are designed to be! I would have given this ball 100 stars if that was an option! If your having similar problems as I had just buy it and use you head when attaching and using it!
Highly recommended! Take it from someone with 5 boys ages 23 to 39 that can make them all scream and yell during the ride, make them need to climb back on the tube many times in an hour and make them all complain of very sore muscles the next day! The grandkids not so much but as I said, they will age and the ride will change.
Enjoy and safe boating!!
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Reviewed in Canada on July 7, 2022
One time we used it and got a lot of water splashing in our face, but it turned out to be because the tube we were on wasn't pumped up enough, nothing to do with the booster ball. The tube wasn't firm enough, so the tow point was basically in the water.