
CARGO TIE DOWNS

CARGO TIE DOWNS PROS & CONS
Made of tough material, tie-down straps are available for a wide range of applications.
Straps
Light-duty straps secure lightweight items like kayaks. Beefier straps can handle heavier items like cars. With a variety of hooks available, straps can fit almost any kind of anchor point. Straps have a cam buckle or a ratchet to help you tighten the strap and keep it tightly secured.
Pros of Straps
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- Available in a range of weight capacities
- Available with different kinds of hooks
- Lighter than chain
- Won’t scratch finished items the way chain can
Cons of Straps
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- Could fray and wear if stretched over sharp edges
- Damage by heat from an exhaust may occur
- Could break down from long-term exposure to UV rays from the sun