THE RADPADZ CANNONBALLER QUICK-START GUIDE
THE RADPADZ CANNONBALLER QUICK-START GUIDE
Got questions about your brand-new Cannonballer? Here is everything you need to know to maximize the lifespan of your dock and keep it looking and performing like a champ.
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Optimal Pressure: 4 to 6 PSI. The dock will feel completely full around 3 PSI, but keep pumping until the gauge registers at least 5 PSI for full rigidity. Do not exceed 10 PSI.
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The Sun Rule: If your Cannonballer is floating in cool water, it self-regulates its internal heat. However, if you pull it out of the water and leave it on the hot sand, grass, or a dock in direct sunlight, pressure will spike rapidly as the air heats up. If you pack up for lunch, bleed out a few PSI until you can compress the dock by hand. Re-pump when you drop it back in the lake.
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Never Tow It: The Cannonballer is designed for stationary lake fun and mooring. It is not towable. Towing behind a boat will rip out the D-rings and destroy the seams.
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Never Drag It: Always lift and carry the dock to the water using two people and the built-in grab handles. Rough rocks, concrete boat ramps, sharp metal such as dock/boat hardware, and gravel can puncture or score the heavy-duty marine PVC as well as scuff the colorful design.
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The Valve Hack: Before hooking up your pump, make sure the spring-loaded center pin in the valve is UP (Closed). If you pump with the pin down, all your air will blast back out the second you remove the hose.
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Clean and Dry: Rinse off sunscreen, oils, and lake water with fresh water. Never use a high-powered pressure washer or harsh solvents. Ensure it is 100% dry before rolling it up for winter storage to prevent mold and color transfer.
Pop Quiz Time!
- Ideal PSI range?
- How should you store your pad?
- Should multiple dogs with velociraptor nails jump on it mid-gravel drag?
If you missed any of these... see me after class.
If you passed? You’ve earned a gold star, a lake day, and maybe a snack.
Float responsibly to stay rad. That’s the lesson.