Because of the shape of the bottom of Gee Bee floats, they handle very poorly on the water. Once you are up to speed, they will make 90 degree turns at random. They are also much harder to get off the water than a good float would be.

The people who think they work OK almost always have high powered airplanes that will take off in a few feet. Your trainer will need to run along the water for a while to build up flying speed. Gee Bee floats will not work for you. Try the Super Flying Models floats from Horizon Hobbies. Not very expensive and a MUCH better float.

Jim