Patent ID: 8187047

Claim:
A tethered flotation device comprising: a bladder portion comprising: a buoyant platform; a tether cord, comprising a proximal end having an integral tether attachment panel attached to said buoyant platform; a plurality of safety rope anchors positioned on an outer surface of said buoyant platform; a plurality of handles attached to said buoyant platform for providing a secure gripping surface; and, an inflation port formed along an upper surface thereof; and, a cover portion for providing a secure attachment to said bladder portion, said cover portion comprising: a pair of cylindrical elements directly attached around opposing sides of said bladder portion; and, a panel positioned between said cylindrical elements, said panel comprising a recessed seat portion, said seat portion being positioned centrally to said buoyant platform and comprising a pair of stabilizing leg apertures at a side front location of said seat portion; wherein said panel forms a substantially majority portion between said cylindrical elements; and, wherein a proximal end of said tethered cord is attached to said outer surface of said buoyant platform and remains spaced from said cylindrical elements and said panel respectively.