Nite ize equipment

[Defender 90 Keith]

has anyone tried any of the Nite ize range of gear. I have attached a few pics.

they just look a bit flimsy and perhaps not man enough for the job.

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[dblack]

I carry a half dozen of that last carabiner in the photos for tying things down in my truck while driving. They work fairly well, but I've had them slip before.

Very handy around the campsite.

 

[Defender 90 Keith]

I carry a half dozen of that last carabiner in the photos for tying things down in my truck while driving. They work fairly well, but I've had them slip before.

Very handy around the campsite.

what sort of loads are you securing them with? how big / heavy?

 

[dblack]

I only use them for very very small loads.

My tonneau cover raises on gas shocks, so if I have a load that sticks out of the top of the bed I'll tie the cover down using these.

For example I carted around my summer tires and rims with one tire sticking out of the top of my truck cover few inches for a week or so. I used the carabiner to tie the cover down snug against the tire. I had to snug up the rope a couple of times through the week because it slipped through the teeth of the carabiner.

I don't trust them for any kind of shifting heavy load.

 

[Defender 90 Keith]

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I only use them for very very small loads.

My tonneau cover raises on gas shocks, so if I have a load that sticks out of the top of the bed I'll tie the cover down using these.

For example I carted around my summer tires and rims with one tire sticking out of the top of my truck cover few inches for a week or so. I used the carabiner to tie the cover down snug against the tire. I had to snug up the rope a couple of times through the week because it slipped through the teeth of the carabiner.

I don't trust them for any kind of shifting heavy load.

Just as I expected. I came across them on the interweb and didnt know how big they are and whether they would be worth investing in.

 

[dblack]

For securing loads with a rope I find a quick knot is better.

Or use bungee straps. If it's a bigger load a ratchet strap works best for me.

 

[Defender 90 Keith]

I use ratchets mostly. I just saw the products above and wondered whether they are "realistically" usable or just another gimick

 

[Scott]

I have 2 sets of their reflective tent guy lines with figure 9s attached that I plan on using for my rtt and my privacy shelter. I haven't used them yet but I will be sure to give them an adequate test and report back.

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[Defender 90 Keith]

I have 2 sets of their reflective tent guy lines with figure 9s attached that I plan on using for my rtt and my privacy shelter. I haven't used them yet but I will be sure to give them an adequate test and report back.

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excellent. I have a number of £s reserved should your feedback show these items in a good light.

 

[Scott]

excellent. I have a number of £s reserved should your feedback show these items in a good light.

I'll be sure to post up a review when I get a chance to use them.

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[STPICKENS]

We have the first picture. They work great with tarps. We use them to make shelter with. Haven't let us down yet and you can pull it tight like a tie down.


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[Gary Stevens]

The cam type I use for lots of things. They are really great for tents or similar. I use them extensively for my RTT ground surround, ground tents, and general camping ties for LED lights. Often I have a standard non cam clip on one end for quick attachment with the cam type oppistie for quick tightening. I must have a dozen or more. Really handy.

 

[Longshot270]

I also use them around camp for tents and shade but wouldn't trust them for hauling because they slip.

They also have a product that is a giant twist tie, stiff copper wire with a thick rubber coating. Those are great for everything.

 

[Overland-Indiana]

Iv'e used them before, work pretty well.

 

[krax]

I use them for stringing up tarps for hammocks and such. Easier to put up and take down than a trucker's hitch.