Is this floater appropriate for the beach?
856123
I'm sure you could use it on the beach. We personally took it to the pool on a beach vacation but never took it in the ocean. (The waves may give you some problems) It is relatively compact when broken down and is pretty easy to travel with.
856124
This is the second float we have bought like this. We used the first one everywhere; beach, river, pool, etc. It did great for us, but the first one did not have the attach to mom part so we did have to hold on to it in moving water. We have not tried the new one yet. I think it will work even better because your hands will be free to play.
856125
I bought this for my granddaughter/daughter. It is super great for the pool, however, she said the adult "floatie" is not as great as using a noodle. I think you could use this at the beach as long as you are not depending on using the "floatie" to keep you afloat!
1263922
O K Allen, I double checked this item over the weekend. The stobe is LED and bright enough depending on batteries. I was under the impression from previous question that this unit floats. It does NOT float. It does however self activate when placed in water. Not instantly, but within 30-45 seconds and slight movement. The real deal for safty is that this item needs to be attached to your PFD. The strap provided is enough for attachment.
1559427
Yes, it's fine for the beach but less effective in salt water than an "inductive pulse" type detector, such as the Garrett Infinium LS, or Sea Hunter models which features a "salt elimination" setting that eliminates the mineralization of salt water. Inductive pulse machines are best for heavily mineralized soil and salt water conditions, but the cost is about double that of the AT Pro. I plan to buy an inductive pulse machine next, when I can afford it. A must have for surf hunting.
1834336
What you need to do is check with the manufacture of this unit. Some people place a large plastic bag over the foot and up the shaft as high aspossible and use it in shallow areas along the beach. However you run the chance of a leak and could suffer damage from the humidity of the saltwater. Don't take chances if your not willing to except the lose of the unit from use in areas it isn't designed for. Personally no I would nottake that chance.Joseph
2026663
Yes, if you can even get it to go under water. It's so effective it can be used as a floatation device
697766
Yes. The substrate is made of small granuals though not as small as sand. It also contains ALOT of silt. I would recommend rinsing until the water runs clear... You will be glad you did.
2246440
Hi Robert. As long as the rocks are mostly rounded I think you will be fine. I float on the St. Joe River in N. Idaho. It is also shallow in some places, but the rocks are not sharp, and I had no problems with punctures.
812797
Maybe, I'm using the round floaties you buy at Walmart on my landing gear so I can land on water and protect my go-pro. Sometimes you see a part of it but, I really like it!
2011622
We bought it for the ocean and never used it since we felt it would float away from the shore too easily. It was especially wavy where we stayed in Hawaii.
938909
It doesn't make sense to float unless your trying to use it on a large area. I use it in a bird bath and use a rock to weigh it down. Works fine for me.
154163
This should be okay on beach. We use it in a river with young non-swimming kids and they enjoy splashing around in it. They do go on the river in inflatable rafts wearing these and they have worked fine for that as well. The children are never near the water unmonitored in these however.
2273212
I would think so, Dana, as long as it were located out of direct sun; I'd worry about the water temperature in that case. Otherwise, it should work fine for your purpose.
1723725
I use it to spot fish ahead and to the sides of my DRIFTBOAT. Most of the rivers are less then 20' deep. For my application, it's great. :)
1943509
Not needed in northern climates not sure about warmer areas. I would also be concerned that a floater that can't move in still water for a long period would allow the chlorine to bleach/stain the liner directly below it.
1730803
Sorry for the delay in responding. Absolutely can be used at the beach. I got it for my 4 yr old grandson. You can't really float on your back You kind of bob in the water. Works great. Only thing is that the vinyl ripped right away, but remember boys are rougher on things than girls. I had bought another life vest at Sams Club. Think I would go that route instead when I buy one this summer. He needs a bigger size.
1475052
To tell you the truth I haven't seen anything floating. I will check again and respond. I would return it if you're not sure.
381227
The sand is quite fine, it may fog the aquarium, or get into the filter. I see where it would look nice if it worked.