Swim Buoy Tow Floats for Open Water Swimming Highly Visible Swim Float Dry Bag with Adjustable Waist Belt, Carry Strap, Waterproof Phone case Included with Tow Float for Triathlons 28l Green

This is the first tow float I've ever owned or used so I don't have a lot to compare it to. However, I'm definitely happy with it. I've seen others with thinner/smmaer floats and I wouldn't trust them if I actually needed to use this to help me float. I've tried this out and it keeps me floating no issues.- grab handles are great, not sure how I'd hang on otherwise.- separate inflatable compartments work really well, this is very buoyant.- everything inside stays dry.- very sturdy material, doesn't feel like it will rip/pop.- bright colour easily seen.- phone holder is a plus. I tested this with tissue and it works well, but I haven't dared to actually submerge my phone yet!- strap is plenty long enough.I haven't quite worked out how to use this as a backpack yet, but I haven't needed to so far. And I've only put small items in here so far such as keys and phone.

Im new to sea swimming and is something I do alone. I was therefore specifically looking for a tow float that doubles as a dry bag or I would have to take the risk of leaving my valuables on the beach while I swim.I was a bit dubious as to how much I could could fit inside and still be usable as a tow float. WOW this thing is like the Tardis. I was able to put my microfibre towel, bottle of water, snack, flip flops, sarong, tshirt and car keys & sunglasses etc. It also comes with an added bonus of a little waterproof case for your phone which can be attached outside of the bag, but I popped mine inside with everything else.... just on the off chance it wasnt that great and I finished my swim with everything being soaked.I needn't of feared, even with the amount of stuff I kept in the bag, I was in the ocean for 90 mins and everything was dry as a bone when I got out.Super easy to use: put your stuff in the bag, roll the top down to the 'marker' and clip the sides up then use the blow up the one way valves on each side and Bobs your uncle you're ready to go.3 colours to choose from, I went for the yellow as I see a lot of pink and orange about and like to be a bit different. Its really bright and you will have no problems being seen, keeping you visable to other ocean goers which is the whole point.Excellent value, excellent quality, immediate despatch, will definitely recommend to friends.

Surprisingly large. Wasn’t expecting it to be able to store as much. Also like the two separate inflatable sections: feels more redundant. Seems sturdily constructed.

Good product, that arrived on time.Good value for money

I've used this for about a year now for OWS and it's great. My only criticism is the cheap carabiner. This failed and the float came detached from the lanyard. I've replaced it with a proper climbing rated one and now all good. Considering this is a safety device, it's not ideal to find your float drifting away from you. I suspect other brands have a similar issue. I'd say buy this one though and get a decent carabiner with it.

Easy to use, inflate, deflate and attach to me. I will test it with paper in the waterproof storage area. Also the waterproof phone holder is a good addition, but I will not put my phone into water. No need. I’ll lock in my car.Came promptly and the bright colour makes you highly visible as you can see from the photo.

I am an active ocean swimmer and did a 2km try out this weekend and it's a great tow float. The leash is long enough to not pull when you stop for a break. The inflatable compartments are made from a thicker plastic so in my view will be less likely to puncture (which is what happened to my previous tow float). It is a heavier product than some of the other floats out there but to be honest I did not experience any drag when using it. It is definitely a well considered product and would easily double up as a bag that you could chuck flip flops, a phone, hydration and a snack in and inflate - if you wanted it for adventure swimming purposes. Great colour too (I have the green one).

Great product! The whistle idea included on the tow float seemed to me a great idea. I am very happy with this product. I will recommend it.