Raft-Tan allows sunbathers to relax while floating on the water, and its creator seeks crowdfunding to make his idea a reality.
BORDEAUX, FRANCE—Tanning
on a beach can be peaceful, but other people enjoying the beach can get
in the way and overcrowd. The inventor of the Raft-Tan has solved the
problem of enjoying the sun without dealing with intrusions of fellow
beachgoers, and he has launched a crowdfunding campaign to raise $150,000 by September 24 to help finish the prototype and bring the product to market.
Raft-Tan provides a
unique way for sunbathers to enjoy the beach – by distancing themselves
from the crowd. Raft-Tan is a flat top boat with enough room for two
sunbathers to float safely anchored in the sand near the shore. “The
gentle waves pleasantly cradle the sunbather while they are distanced
from the craziness of the beach crowd,” said Raft-Tan creator Patrice
Deumie. “Rather than compete for a spot on the sand, you can create your
own island.”
Unlike an inflatable
mattress, which is not anchored and can quickly float miles away from
shore, the Raft-Tan securely anchors in the sand. It also features a
rigid floating platform, which is unlike an air mattress that is likely
to capsize while the sunbather changes positions. The Raft-Tan can be
used alone or has enough space to float two people.
In order to get the
Raft-Tan to the market, its creator has launched a crowdfunding campaign
to create and test a prototype and then produce the product. Supporters
of the crowdfunding campaign will receive perks for their support.
Those contributing $199 will receive a 50 percent discount on a
single-sized Raft-Tan. Contributors giving $750 will have their name or
company logo engraved on the first series of Raft-Tan. Those giving
$2,500 will receive a double-sized Raft-Tan.
In addition to the
special pricing available through the crowdfunding campaign,
contributors can also enter to win a free double-sized Raft-Tan. “For
every 50 people who donate $100 to our campaign, we will choose one
winner to receive a free Raft-Tan,” said Deumie. “The winners will each
receive an email from us after the campaign has ended to discuss
customizing their free Raft-Tans.”
For those who want a
tranquil tanning experience without getting water or sand kicked in
their eyes and without dealing with the over crowdedness of the beach,
then leave the beach and take to the water with Raft-Tan.
