We like our noodles al dente, which is a fancy Italian phrase that means firm and not too soft. That's how we made our Big Joe Pool Noodles: with the right level of support and floatability. They're covered in a light mesh fabric in vivid, summery colors and filled with buoyant beans. They also dry quickly. Perfecto! (That means perfect, FYI.). Designed for pool use only; not suitable for use in lakes, rivers, oceans, etc.