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The Gladiator Switch towable is two tubes in one! It switches from a deck tube to a cockpit tube in seconds. The inflated floors and deluxe handles with neoprene knuckle guards help kids feel safe and secure. The Switch is built from rugged 840-denier nylon and 30-gauge vinyl. This towable features heavy-duty quick-connect for easy rope hook-ups and a Boston Valve for fast inflating/deflating. 70" x 75" deflated.
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by PowerReviews(based on 11 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
82%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attractive (10)
- Easy to inflate (10)
- Good handles (10)
- Fun to use (9)
- Well built / quality (9)
Cons
Best Uses
- Multiple people (9)
- Flat water (7)
- Single rider (5)
- Rough water (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Intermediate (5), Advanced (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (11)
Most Liked Positive Review
Awesome Tube!!!!
This tube delivered as described and was great for the mild at heart (my 11 yr old dautghter) and wild at heart (my 16 yr old son). One can sit in the cockpit...Read complete review
This tube delivered as described and was great for the mild at heart (my 11 yr old dautghter) and wild at heart (my 16 yr old son). One can sit in the cockpit and the other can lay down. Best of both worlds. Can be a little bouncy for lttle ones but as long you watch your speed all is good. Gets on plain fast and does not have a lot of drag like my other 3 person tube. As for durablility, time will tell. So far so good. If you are looking for 2 tubes for the price of one, this is the one to get.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Nose Dive during fast deceleration
We took the tube out for the first time last night and it seemed to work well at first with my two kids ages 6 and 7 in the seated position. When I slowed down...Read complete review
We took the tube out for the first time last night and it seemed to work well at first with my two kids ages 6 and 7 in the seated position. When I slowed down the tube took a nose dive and filled both compartments with water, scaring my kids. The tube didn't completely submerge but came pretty close. My wife and my youngest (4) then tried it and it did the same thing when I decelerated. I've pulled tubes before and haven't had this happen. If I decelerate very slowly I was able to prevent the nose dive. We like the tube other than the nose dive issue while slowing down. It could have used something to bundle the neoprene pad that rolls up to use it in the sitting position. The zippers for this pad could have been more beefy.
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Inflate
- Good Handles
Cons
- Zippers not the strongest
Best Uses
Comments about Gladiator Switch Towable:
We took the tube out for the first time last night and it seemed to work well at first with my two kids ages 6 and 7 in the seated position. When I slowed down the tube took a nose dive and filled both compartments with water, scaring my kids. The tube didn't completely submerge but came pretty close. My wife and my youngest (4) then tried it and it did the same thing when I decelerated. I've pulled tubes before and haven't had this happen. If I decelerate very slowly I was able to prevent the nose dive. We like the tube other than the nose dive issue while slowing down. It could have used something to bundle the neoprene pad that rolls up to use it in the sitting position. The zippers for this pad could have been more beefy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable To Ride
- Easy To Inflate
- Fun To Use
- Good Handles
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Flat Water
- Multiple People
Comments about Gladiator Switch Towable:
Can get a little bouncy in rough chop, but is perfect on smooth water. My kids are not ready to ride on top yet, but I love having the ability to convert it when they get more comfortable. Pulling behind a Tigershark TSL900 3 person PWC.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable To Ride
- Fun To Use
- Good Handles
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Flat Water
- Multiple People
- Rough Water
Comments about Gladiator Switch Towable:
Family really enjoys the tube, rides smooth and easly to get up and pull.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable To Ride
- Easy To Inflate
- Fun To Use
- Good Handles
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Flat Water
- Multiple People
- Rough Water
- Single Rider
Comments about Gladiator Switch Towable:
This tube delivered as described and was great for the mild at heart (my 11 yr old dautghter) and wild at heart (my 16 yr old son). One can sit in the cockpit and the other can lay down. Best of both worlds. Can be a little bouncy for lttle ones but as long you watch your speed all is good. Gets on plain fast and does not have a lot of drag like my other 3 person tube. As for durablility, time will tell. So far so good. If you are looking for 2 tubes for the price of one, this is the one to get.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable To Ride
- Easy To Inflate
- Fun To Use
- Good Handles
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Multiple People
- Single Rider
Comments about Gladiator Switch Towable:
I bought this product for my 12 year old daughter and her friend to use. I took a chance that it had to inflatable pillows to insert in the area that get zipped up. The description wasn't clear. I'm glad it does It seems very well made and sturdy. It was easy to inflate with an electric pump.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable To Ride
- Easy To Inflate
- Fun To Use
- Good Handles
Cons
Best Uses
- Multiple People
Comments about Gladiator Switch Towable:
I did see someone wrote a review where the product nose dived in the water when taking off. this only happened one time and that was it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Easy To Inflate
- Fun To Use
- Good Handles
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Flat Water
- Multiple People
Comments about Gladiator Switch Towable:
Great to accomodate everyone in our entire family from the 3 year old to Nana. The cockpit style is large enough for adults, but also allows 2 small children to sit with 2 small adults at once. The vertical bounce becomes a little too "trampoline-like" at times.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attractive Design
- Comfortable To Ride
- Easy To Inflate
- Fun To Use
- Quality Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Flat Water
- Multiple People
- Rough Water
- Single Rider
Comments about Gladiator Switch Towable:
Children enjoy it very much!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Q:
can you buy replaceable pillows for this tube?Asked on 7/20/2012 by sharyn from smith mt lake,va0 answers
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Gladiator Switch Tube
1- What is the maximum weight limit for this tube?Asked on 5/23/2012 by Daydee from Michigan0 answers
Q:
How are the cockpit areas covered when used as a deck tube. Is it a zipper or velcro attachment?Asked on 6/7/2011 by Tony1 answer
A:
It's a zipper. We've had it and the older kids like the flat and the younger like to sit. Great tube. My older kids are 17 & 18 and over 220 lbs while the youngest is 9 and only 70 lbs.Answered on 3/28/2012 by Timmy from Hollidaysburg, PA
Q:
Is this for children and adults? Is there a weight limit?Asked on 5/24/2011 by Bonnie from Virginia1 answer
A:
Both. Really!! I use it with my 2 big older boys and smaller 9 yr. old Great tube; very versatile.Answered on 3/28/2012 by Peteman from Altoona, PA
Q:
does the bottom have pads on it in the cockpit, or is it just thin plasticAsked on 5/24/2011 by Anonymous1 answer
VERIFIED BUYER
A:
There is an inflatable pad on the bottom of each of the cockpits that are pretty thick and inflate independent of the overall tube. There are also separate large inflatable bladders to go in the cockpit when you want to ride on top.Answered on 7/20/2012 by 900SharkTSL from Harrison Township, MI
Q:
Does this tube have an inflatable floor?Asked on 3/29/2011 by Anonymous2 answers
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yes it doesAnswered on 6/20/2011 by grandad lr from coloradoVERIFIED BUYER
A:
When you inflate the tube, the floor is inflated as well. There are several inches of inflated bottom that keeps it well afloat and is comfortable enough to just sunbathe in. The outside covering fits snuggly around the inflated tube and it doesn't collect water. The floor does give a bouncy, yet controlled ride when pulled behind a boat.Answered on 7/11/2011 by Rhonda from Cedar Rapids, IA
