Belly Boats: From Tractor Tires to Inflatable Lounge Chairs

August 7, 2008 By: Marshall Cutchin

“Bass Pro’s version lists for about $79.95; add fins and a pump for another $20. Or, jump straight to the high-end belly boats. For $450 you can get the Outcast Prowler Float Tube. Big guys need to look at the WRFS Titan Tube. Built especially for larger floaters, it’s roomy and exceptionally stable.” Bill Cooper offers a short history of float-tubes for anglers, as well as some practical advice on getting into and out of one, in the Springfield, Missouri News-Leader.