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“Without RESTUBE I Would Have Drowned” – A Real Kitesurfing Rescue Story from the North Sea

“Without RESTUBE I Would Have Drowned” – A Real Kitesurfing Rescue Story from the North Sea

The RESTUBE Safety Buoy — for me, the best invention right after the cordless drill… Despite more than 20 years of experience in kitesurfing under all imaginable conditions, the RESTUBE Safety Buo...

STORIESHelping safely thanks to Restube

Helping safely thanks to Restube

Would I have swum out that far without my Restube? I'm not sure, probably not.

PROFESSIONAL RESCUEBoy safed with drone and Restube automatic

Boy safed with drone and Restube automatic

"I was able to come to the aid of an exhausted teenager at Lake Constance last weekend thanks to our rescue drone with Restube. The 13-year-old was on his way back from a raft to the shore with two...

No chance against the current

No chance against the current

"During my last 6-week holiday I was in Mexico, Huatulco, about 500 km south of Acapulco. I was there because of the numerous beaches, my favourite was Playa Chahue, directly in the town of Huatulc...

I never want to feel that helpless again

I never want to feel that helpless again

Although my adult sons and I love bodysurfing the waves, one of my sons got caught in a rip tide which pushed him out 25 yds from us. It was terrifying to watch and I felt unprepared to rescue him ...

Lifeguards on Sylt rely on Restube

Lifeguards on Sylt rely on Restube

"With the start of the 2022 bathing season, the island of Sylt is optimally prepared for water rescue operations. A total of 32 watchtowers were equipped with Restube lifeguard. The lifeguards car...

Father and son rescued with Restube

Father and son rescued with Restube

"I was on a Stand-Up Paddle with my two boys when I suddenly noticed someone screaming for help.I checked the lake and saw that a small child with only one inflated swimming wing tried to hold on t...

Help without putting yourself in danger

Help without putting yourself in danger

"Yesterday I used my Restube Active for the very first time. With Restube, I was able to help a person who had clearly overestimated himself and would have drowned in the current of the Aare. Only ...

Restube ensures that I can push boundaries in a safe way

Restube ensures that I can push boundaries in a safe way

"3 years ago I started paddling with my golden retriever assistance dog. My dog was crazy about water and for me being on the water felt soothing. I have a rare congenital immune deficiency. Due to...

When Restube saved my life

When Restube saved my life

I went on a kitesurfing adventure at Lake Pleshcheyevo North of Moscow. The unpredictable wind made the kite difficult to control, and I surfed away from the shallow shore to the deeper water to ha...

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SAFETY BUOYSSwimming Safely in Lakes and Seas: SWIM BUOY or BEACH / ONE – Which is Right for You?

Swimming Safely in Lakes and Seas: SWIM BUOY or BEACH / ONE – Which is Right for You?

In the world of water safety, there are two major favorites: the classic SWIM BUOY and RESTUBE’s safety buoy, the BEACH / ONE. Both have their place, but they take completely different approaches. ...

SAFETY BUOYSBeach Day or Water Sports Routine: BEACH/ONE vs. RESTUBE ACTIVE

Beach Day or Water Sports Routine: BEACH/ONE vs. RESTUBE ACTIVE

Even skilled, experienced water sports enthusiasts can get into trouble due to sudden currents, cramps, or exhaustion. An inflatable safety buoy gives you exactly the peace of mind you need to enjo...

SAFETY BUOYSFemale swimmer wearing a swim cap and goggles holding onto a yellow RESTUBE swim buoy in open water, coastline visible in the background

Safety Buoy vs. Swim Buoy: The Ultimate Comparison

When choosing your gear, one major question stands out: What is the key difference between a safety buoy and a swim buoy, and which one is right for my activity? Whether you are open-water swimming...