Cargo straps? Who is using what?

[USStrongman]

I am in the need for a few straps. Tired of using generic turnbuckle straps for my roof rack.

Looking for something for my fuel and water canisters as well as bins that are easier to tighten than turnbuckles style.

What are you all using? Ive seen the "Ultimate Bungee" but not sure if it is a gimmick or functional.

 

[MMc]

for Gas and Propane in the rack I use roller cams. I really like them and I can snake them through things
Rollercam - The Best Cam Buckle Strap Tie Down - Rollercam Buckle

 

[WrightRunner]

I use ratcheting tie downs made by Goodyear I got from Costco very inexpensive yet I love them. They come way to long for my roof rack. But after using them for awhile I figured out what length worked for me and cut them to size.

 

[Yuke]

Front runner stratchits for the win

 

[Downs]

The cheap ratchet straps from the big box stores. I have an ammo can full of them. They're cheap, available everywhere and do the job just fine.

 

[mep1811]

I like the Frontrunner Stratchits as well. Roc Straps are good too.

 

[WrightRunner]

Those Frontrunner straps are pricey!

 

[mep1811]

Those Frontrunner straps are pricey!

Cheaper than losing your stuff.

 

[WrightRunner]

Cheaper than losing your stuff.

That's for sure! The point is there is cheaper alternatives. Unless the Frontrunner straps are that good/convenient?

 

[mep1811]

That's for sure! The point is there is cheaper alternatives. Unless the Frontrunner straps are that good/convenient?

Up to the individual on what they want to spend and the associated value of their cargo. Harbor Freight makes some good straps. A large spare tire tire would be better secured with a large ratchet straps than with a smaller Frontrunner strap .

 

[grubworm]

Ive been using the harbor freight ratchet straps for many years even for construction work cinching down metal and wood on my trailer. I also use the bigger straps to secure my excavator and skid steer....they work just fine and are cheap enough that i dont care when they get cut or abraided. i dont trust a bungee for anything except maybe using it to hold down a tarp over something stationary, wouldnt drive on a highway and rely on it. i havent used a cam buckle strap with the roller, i didnt have good luck with the regular cam buckles. maybe for gas cans and items like that i would go with the side squeeze buckle and make my own nylon strap

 

[mep1811]

I have several of these that have been in the brutal El Paso sun without fail.

1000 lb. Capacity 1-1/2 in. x 10 ft. Ratcheting Tie Down Straps, 4 Pack

Amazing deals on this 1000Lb 1-1/2In X 10Ft Ratcheting Tie Down 4Pk at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

www.harborfreight.com

 

[MuckSavage]

Rock Straps secure my gear day-to-day on my motorcycles. Wonderful product!

 

[Dilldog]

I just use the Harbor Freight ratchet straps. I have one set thats about 8 years old. They have been used to secure motorcycles, and even my tool box in the back of my pickups. Currently I use them about 2 times a months for securing HD truck transmissions to the jack at work. I have since bought a second and third set for the 2 cars. For the money I dont think you can do better. They also seem to hold up well over the long haul even.

 

[Lanlubber In Remembrance]

Up to the individual on what they want to spend and the associated value of their cargo. Harbor Freight makes some good straps. A large spare tire tire would be better secured with a large ratchet straps than with a smaller Frontrunner strap .

Off subject. Will you be attending the off road event in Mesquite NM tomorrow ?

 

[bmwguru]

I use these retractable ratchet straps I got off Amazon. Nice thing is there is no tail to deal with or secure. Used them several times and so far so good.

 

[grubworm]

i found these online to strap down my canoe, LP bottles, fire extinguisher and thermos

 

[Wallygator]

Rok straps for the win.

ROK Straps

Also use these for the dirt bikes..So much better than normal tie downs.

ProTaper Swivel-Hook/Carabiner/Soft Loop Tie Downs

 

[Lanlubber In Remembrance]

There is an art to tying things down securely. Guys that have military backgrounds are usually good at strapping things down, so are truck drivers. I have never been good at strapping down but now that I have a rack, my skills may improve with help from other OB members. Glad this issue is being discussed, it helps a lot.

 

[Jeepmedic46]

I use ratchet straps from Tractor Supply. I haven’t lost anything yet. Not a bad price.