{"product_id":"island-hopper-elite-class-commercial-banana-boat-10-passenger-side-to-side-seating-pvc-10-sbs","title":"Island Hopper Elite Class Commercial Banana Boat 10 Passenger - PVC-10-SBS","description":"\u003ch2\u003eIsland Hopper Elite Class Commercial Banana Boat 10 Passenger - PVC-10-SBS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIsland Hopper \"Elite Class\" products are built using 9mm 1100-Denier, Mesh Reinforced PVC Material. This High Performance Material has Exceptional Tensile, Tearing and Adhesion Strength. It also has advanced UV Resistant Coating. It is technically known for its Resistance to Abrasion and Temperature and is commonly used in products on Oil Booms and in High Speed Roll-Up Doors. Island Hopper feels it is technically the Best 1100-Denier Reinforced PVC Material Available World-Wide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Your Accessory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e110V Air Blower available as accessory. Please choose from dropdown. See air blower product details\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWhat our Experts Think\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rcwbfy\" data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"325\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"90\"\u003eCommercial-grade 10-passenger towable built for heavy use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"93\"\u003eThe Island Hopper Elite Class Banana Boat (PVC-10-SBS) is designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"166\" data-end=\"223\"\u003eresorts, camps, and high-volume watersport operations\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering durability and capacity for serious group riding. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e880sg\" data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"580\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"377\"\u003eHeavy-duty 1100D reinforced PVC construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"380\"\u003eBuilt with \u003cstrong data-start=\"393\" data-end=\"430\"\u003e9mm, 1100-denier UV-resistant PVC\u003c\/strong\u003e, it’s engineered for high tensile strength, abrasion resistance, and long-term exposure to sun and saltwater. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bmtcep\" data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"817\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"584\" data-end=\"624\"\u003eHigh-capacity group ride performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"624\" data-end=\"627\"\u003eSupports up to \u003cstrong data-start=\"644\" data-end=\"689\"\u003e10 passengers (around 1,800 lbs max load)\u003c\/strong\u003e with a wide side-by-side seating layout for improved stability in choppy or open water. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1se2h0h\" data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"821\" data-end=\"857\"\u003eReinforced safety-focused design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"860\"\u003eFeatures \u003cstrong data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"956\"\u003ewelded seams, multiple air chambers, and double-reinforced seating and foot areas\u003c\/strong\u003e, improving durability and reducing failure points under load. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1tp5ksn\" data-start=\"1060\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eStable even in rough conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003eWide 17 ft × 8 ft platform and multi-chamber structure provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003ebetter balance and tracking when towed at speed or in ocean chop\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yn1xuw\" data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eCommercial tow system built-in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1315\"\u003eIncludes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eheavy-duty stainless steel D-ring tow harness points on both ends\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing dual-direction towing and flexible ride configurations. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cgym0q\" data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eReady-to-use package for operators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003eTypically ships with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003ecarry bag, repair kit, and inflation accessories\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it deployment-ready for rental or recreational use. \u003cspan 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data-end=\"220\"\u003ecommercial-grade inflatable towable banana boat\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for group water rides, built for resorts, camps, and heavy recreational use on lakes and ocean water. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"373\" data-end=\"405\"\u003eQ: What is its main purpose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"405\" data-end=\"408\"\u003eA: It is made for \u003cstrong data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"454\"\u003ehigh-capacity towing fun\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing up to 10 riders to enjoy a stable, fast, and shared banana boat experience behind a motorboat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"769\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"597\"\u003eQ: How many people can it carry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"600\"\u003eA: It supports \u003cstrong data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"684\"\u003eup 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data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003ewide side-by-side seating layout and multi-air-chamber design improve stability\u003c\/strong\u003e, helping it perform well even in choppy water and ocean conditions. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eQ: What safety or design features does it include?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1330\"\u003eA: It includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1345\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003emultiple air chambers, reinforced handles, strong tow harness points, and double-reinforced seating areas\u003c\/strong\u003e for added safety and rider control. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1715\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eQ: What comes with it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr 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