Collection: Air Dancers® Inflatable Tube Men

The most common names for inflatable wavy arm guys are: Air Dancers, inflatable tube man, funny waving inflatable tube man, and inflatable dancing man.

The purpose of an Air Dancer is to attract attention with its dynamic flailing dancing motion. They are often used to promote retail businesses or events.

The inflatable tube man, also known as the air dancer or wacky waving inflatable arm-flailing tube man, was invented in the 1990s. The exact year and inventor of the inflatable tube man are not known for certain, but it is believed to have originated in the United States as a new form of outdoor advertising.

The inflatable tube man quickly gained popularity as an attention-grabbing device for businesses and events, and has since become a cultural icon and meme. Today, it is commonly used as a promotional tool and can be seen outside car dealerships, retail stores, and other businesses around the world.

The exact inventor of the air dancer, also known as the inflatable tube man or wacky waving inflatable arm-flailing tube man, is not known for certain. However, it is believed that the first air dancers were developed in the 1990s as a new form of outdoor advertising. The concept quickly gained popularity and became a cultural phenomenon, and today air dancers are commonly used by businesses and event organizers as attention-grabbing promotional tools.

Inflatable tube men, also known as air dancers or wacky waving inflatable arm flailing tube men, are commonly used as attention-grabbing devices in advertising and promotion. These quirky and colorful inflatables work by using a blower to continuously fill them with air, causing them to move and wiggle in the wind.

The basic structure of an inflatable tube man consists of a long tube made of durable nylon or PVC material, with a blower attached to the bottom. The blower forces air into the tube, causing it to inflate and stand upright. The top of the tube is usually designed to resemble a person's upper body, with two long arms that flap and wave in the air.

The key to the movement of inflatable tube men lies in the design of the arms. The arms are typically made of lightweight fabric or vinyl, and are attached to the top of the tube with a series of strings or elastic cords. As the blower fills the tube with air, the arms are lifted upwards, causing them to flap and wave in the wind. This creates the characteristic ""dancing"" motion of the inflatable tube man.

To enhance the motion and visual appeal of the inflatable tube man, some models also include additional features such as LED lights or customized graphics. Overall, the combination of constant airflow and the design of the arms creates a fun and eye-catching promotional tool that can be used to attract attention and generate buzz for businesses and events.

All LookOurWay® branded Air Dancers® Blowers are considered commercial grade and will be louder than a conventional inflatable product that you might purchase at a big box store. Please see our chart for each of our blowers' decibel ratings.