Archived deal — not a current offer. The prices, stock observations and recommendations below describe the dated checks recorded in this article, not availability today. Shopping links for this expired promotion have been removed.
Historical deal record
Deal Expired
Checked September 7, 2026: West Marine displays the Reef Patrol 3 at $127.49, reduced from $254.99, but marks the item Out Of Stock. Purchase calls to action have been removed.
Deal status: Verified September 2, 2026. West Marine and its Impact affiliate feed both showed these tubes in stock at the prices below when this was published.
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Today’s Deal Dock pick
AIRHEAD Reef Patrol 3: $127.49
Regular price: $254.99
Current savings: $127.50 (50%)
The Reef Patrol 3 is a 70-by-70-inch towable rated by the manufacturer for one to three riders, with a listed maximum combined rider weight of 510 pounds. It uses a double-stitched nylon cover, bolster fins, neoprene handles with knuckle guards and AIRHEAD’s Kwik-Connect tow system.
Currently out of stock at West Marine.
Why this one makes the Deal Dock
A real 50% reduction on a recognizable tow-sports brand is much stronger than the stale or highly specialized clearance listings that often fill affiliate product feeds. This is also a broad-use product: it fits families and small groups rather than a single boat model or obscure repair.
The discount is meaningful, but the product still needs to fit your boat, tow setup and riders. Check the manufacturer’s instructions, your tow point and the rated capacity of every component before ordering.
Lower-cost option: Reef Patrol 2
Current price: $104.99
Regular price: $209.99
Current savings: $105 (50%)
The two-rider Reef Patrol 2 measures 64 by 60 inches and has a listed maximum combined rider weight of 340 pounds. It is the better buy if you do not need room for three riders.
This deal post has expired; confirm current availability directly with West Marine before buying.
Before you tow anyone
- Every rider should wear a properly fitted, U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket specifically labeled for towed watersports. Do not use an inflatable PFD for tubing.
- Use a tow rope and attachment system rated for the number of riders and the towable.
- Follow AIRHEAD’s inflation, rider-weight and operating instructions.
- Keep well clear of docks, pilings, navigation markers, shorelines and other traffic.
- Use a capable observer and obey applicable state towing and observer rules.
New boat owner? Review our required boating safety equipment checklist before heading out.
Bottom line: The three-rider Reef Patrol 3 is the stronger all-around pick; the Reef Patrol 2 is the value choice for one or two riders. Prices, shipping and availability can change, so confirm the current total on West Marine before buying.
Deal expired: the Reef Patrol 3 is currently out of stock at West Marine. Confirm current availability and towing requirements before buying elsewhere.