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We may be in the middle of winter but summer is going to be here before we know it. We look forward to picnics, hiking, and, of course, hanging out at the lake. If your future has some water and warm sunshine in it, you may want to check out this product that will keep you and a bunch of your friends very happy.

I’d like to introduce you to an 18-foot-long airplane-shaped float that will comfortably accommodate six people. You can buy it from Sam’s Club, and this 18 foot long, 17.5-foot wide float with an inflatable bench seat, two coolers, and a cupholder can be yours. It is made from heavy gauge PVC and has a quick relief valve to deflate quickly. It also inflates quickly so you can get out on the water and start enjoying the day. If you are a Sam’s Club member, you will pay $169.98 for this bad boy.

If you happen to be that person who doesn’t have a membership to Sam’s Club, you can still buy it. You’ll have to pay an additional 10%, so you will be spending $187. Just have them ship it to you for free if you are a Sam’s Club Plus member or drive over to your local Sam’s Club and pick it up.

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If you don’t really want to float around in an airplane, you might want to check out this red, white, and blue speedboat.

It is available for the same price and is 10 feet wide by 20 feet long. Six people can comfortably fit in this float that has two coolers, a rear swim platform, and cupholders.

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If you are a member, you can buy either the plane or the boat for $169.98. Why not split the cost with the five friends who will be enjoying it with you and only pay $29 each?

A number of other floats are also available, including this colorful unicorn and zebra float. There is also a paradise island, all of which are sure to be loads of fun. You can buy the zebra or unicorn for $169.98 if you are a member or the paradise island float for $149.98.

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Other stores also have some excellent float options, such as BJ’s, which has a six-person parrot float for $99.99. It also has cupholders, heavy-duty handles, and a grab rope.

Perhaps you are just looking to enjoy floating around in the water on your own. Why not try a llama float from BJ’s that will make one person very happy. You can inflate the llama in minutes and it holds up to 250 pounds for only $24.99.

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You don’t have to head to the lake to enjoy some great fun. Why not try an inflatable waterslide from Sam’s Club that is perfect for your backyard? They even have a bounce house for the kids!

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You can inflate the My 1st Splash ‘n Slide in a matter of minutes and add water with a garden hose. On the other hand, you don’t need water for the My 1st Jump ‘n Slide as it does have a great basketball and bounce house. Members can buy them for $199.98.