Tow Floats and Swim Buoys, Open water swimming Safety.
Tow float or Swim buoys are a relatively new trend in open water swimming and offer swimmers peace of mind and additional safety while swimming. Tow floats offer a host of benefits, including increased visibility in the water, emergency floatation should you cramp or just need to catch your breath and a handy waterproof storage compartment for car keys or clothing.
VISABILITY:
Be seen and be safe while swimming. For maximum visibility while open water swimming, Volare tow floats are fluorescent orange. This recognised safety colour allows swimmers to clearly stand out while ocean swimming or in choppy lake conditions and allows boaters, kayakers or other water sports users to easily spot you while swimming. Tow floats in an emergency can be easily used to visually attract attention and our swim buoys include an emergency whistle for attracting audible attention.
To further enhance a swimmer’s visibility, our fluro neoprene swim caps or silicone swim cap are a great safety addition.
LIGHTS: For early morning low light swimming a flashing bike light or torch can be placed inside your swim buoy to light. This simple trick further enhances a swimmer’s visibility at dusk or dawn.
DRAG: Tow floats are designed to be lightweight and are attached by an adjustable belt to your waist. This swim belt then attaches to a swim tether, which can then be adjusted in the water to suit your desired swim position. Swim buoys create very little drag and the resistance is not noticeable while swimming.
MODELS: Volare offers two tow float models, a 15 litre basic tow float and a super high quality 20 litre tow float. This features dual buoyancy chambers with an additional protective coating to prevent punctures. This is fantastic for those swimmers looking to use one side as a dry bag or to split your gear for extra protection and provides increased buoyancy.
How do you use a tow float?
- Adjust the waist strap to fit you correctly.
- Attach the swim leash to the tow float using the provided loops and adjust the length to suit your swimming position.
- Add any items inside the dry bag compartment, such as a towel.
- Using the inflation valve with a few breaths, fill the bag a 1/2 full.
- Insure you have 3 to 4 firm rolls in the top and connect the clips together.
- Using the inflation valve or valves, blow up the bag with a few more breaths until its firm.
- To deflate open the valve and press down on the vale to release the pressure.
Rather than leaving your keys under your car wheel, simply stuff your valuables in the ‘dry bag’ section of the float. For keys or electronics, we would also recommend a dedicated dry bag be used and then placed inside the tow float, such as a volare waterproof phone case for your keys or phone. Never place wet items and electronics together inside the tow float as moisture, humidity or water ingress from not closing the tow float correctly will kill electronics.
Swimming Tow Floats
Swimming tow floats are essential safety devices for open water swimmers. These brightly coloured, inflatable floats increase visibility to other water users and provide a secure place to rest if needed. Lightweight and easy to attach around the waist, tow floats do not interfere with swimming performance. They are particularly beneficial for long-distance swimmers and triathletes who train in lakes, rivers, or oceans, ensuring they remain visible and safe throughout their swim. Volare Swimming Tow Floats are high visibility orange and incorporate an inbuilt dry bag, which is handy for keys or dry clothes.
Swim Buoys
Swim buoys are vital for open water swimming, providing enhanced safety and visibility. These buoys are attached to swimmers via a waist belt which is adjustable and float behind the swimmer without affecting the swimming stroke. They serve as a visible marker, making swimmers noticeable to boats and other watercraft. Additionally, Volare swim buoys are available in two sizes and come with dry storage compartments, allowing swimmers to carry essentials like keys, phones, and snacks securely while in the water.
Open Water Swim Buoy
An open water swim buoy is a must-have for anyone swimming in lakes, rivers, or the ocean. Designed to enhance swimmer safety, these buoys offer high visibility and provide a place to rest during longer swims or in an emergency should a swimmer experience cramps or need to attract attention. Open water swim buoys are made from durable materials and are easily inflatable making them ideal to travel with as they pack flat. Volare has made the best swim buoy for open water swimming on the market, the fluro orange colour has been proven to standard out over all other colours, ensuring that swimmers can be seen from a distance, reducing the risk of accidents with watercraft.
Safety Swim Buoy
A safety swim buoy is an essential piece of equipment for open water swimmers, providing both visibility and a measure of security. These buoys are bright orange in colour and float behind the swimmer, making them highly visible to lifeguards, boats, and other water users. In addition to visibility, safety swim buoys often include storage compartments for personal items and can serve as a flotation device if the swimmer needs to rest or experiences fatigue. Volare safety swim buoys are available in New Zealand, Australia and the USA, we also ship to Europe ever day.
Triathlon Swim Buoy
Triathlon swim buoys are specifically designed to meet the needs of triathletes training in open water. These buoys are lightweight, highly visible, and feature adjustable straps to ensure they stay securely attached without hindering swimming performance. Triathlon swim buoys include storage space which is waterproof for essential items and are made from durable materials to withstand rigorous training sessions. They enhance safety by making the swimmer more visible to others, reducing the risk of accidents during training.
Tow Float for Swimming
A tow float for swimming is a practical and effective safety tool for open water enthusiasts. These swimming floats are attached to the swimmer with an adjustable waist belt and trail behind, offering high visibility and minimal drag. Tow floats are available in various sizes and colours, ensuring swimmers can be easily spotted by boats and other watercraft. Additionally, they feature a waterproof storage compartment, allowing swimmers to keep personal items dry and secure while in the water. This is fantastic for taking valuables with you, rather than leaving items on the shore or for taking clothes with you if swimming to another location.
Open Water Safety Float
An open water safety float is designed to provide swimmers with enhanced safety and peace of mind. These floats are brightly coloured and float behind the swimmer, making them easily visible to other water users. Volare Open water safety floats include features such as dry storage compartments and adjustable straps for a secure fit. They are ideal for long-distance swimmers and those training in open water, ensuring they remain visible and can rest if needed.
Inflatable Swim Buoy
Inflatable swim buoys are essential for anyone swimming in open water, offering increased safety and convenience. These buoys are easy to inflate and deflate, making them portable and simple to use. They are attached to the swimmer with a waist belt and float behind without impacting swimming performance. Volare Inflatable swim buoys are available in two sizes, and are fluro orange, ensuring swimmers are highly visible to others, which is crucial for safety in open water environments.
Open Water Tow Float
An open water tow float is a crucial piece of equipment for anyone swimming outside of a pool. These floats are designed to increase swimmer visibility, making them easily noticeable to boats and other watercraft. Open water tow floats are attached via a waist belt and trail behind the swimmer without causing drag. They are often brightly coloured and can include storage compartments for personal items, making them practical for long-distance swims and training sessions.
Swim Safety Buoy
A swim safety buoy is an indispensable tool for open water swimmers, providing visibility and security. These buoys are designed to float behind the swimmer, attached by a waist belt, and are available in bright colours to ensure they are easily seen by others. Swim safety buoys include dry storage compartments and can serve as a flotation device in case the swimmer needs to rest. They are ideal for increasing safety during open water swims, whether for training or leisure.
