Last week, I wrote about the origin of float tubes and their use as a fishing platform, primarily on small waterways. But they also can open the door to fishing opportunities on larger waters such as ...

Sometimes referred to as belly boats or kick boats, float tubes are most often associated with fly-fishing for trout on relatively small waterways, but with a little creativity and effort, they can ...

This story, “Float a River, Tag a Buck,” appeared in the Sept. 1985 issue of Outdoor Life. Morning fog curled above the river like campfire smoke as Al Davis, in the stern of his 16-foot canoe, kept ...

Whether your favorite water is a riffly river, a placid lake, or a local swimming hole, a float tube—also known as a belly boat—always adds to the experience. We’re not talking about those old rubber ...