Bungee Cords, Straps, Rope, Oh My! (tying down loads in the bed)

[csharp]

I took it out almost immediately . The floor is not flat, little things still crashed around, and bigger thinks like a breaker bar or torque wrench didnt fit right. This mod gave me. a flat surface, flexibility to secure any size object, and got back the space that divider thing used up.

Makes sense! Just making sure you didn’t have something left out at the SC.

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[tylerdurden03]

I have a couple of stratchits that I love, use them all the time.

https://www.frontrunneroutfitters.c...accessories/front-runner-stratchits-pair.html

I also use typical ratchet straps for bigger job

Just bought some. Looks like exactly what I was looking for thanks!

 

[HighVoltOverland]

I haven’t seen em mentioned but the Nite Ize ties (think bread tie on the juice) work well for lashing smaller things to an existing tie down point

 

[kurtlikevonnegut]

I'm a huge fan of the Nite Ize Cam Jams for stuff that doesn't really need ratchet straps. Extremely easy to use and far more secure than bungees. They can clip onto the bed rail attachment points as well.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/Nite-Ize-3-8-in-Aluminum-CamJam-XT-Rope-Tightener-NCJLA-01-R3/206442738

You can buy them as sets that have the rope already included or do what I did and just buy the clips to use with para cord.

 

[Wefty]

Those retractable ratchet straps look great. I have family members that only need to look at my regular ratchet straps and they get tangled and knotted.

In general I prefer 2" ratchet straps over 1". They are overkill for most jobs but they seem to tangle less and have nicer ratchets. Don't be afraid to cut them to length. I have one strap that I only use to go across the bed and I cut off the excess. It makes things slightly easier not having the extra strap dangling or getting tangled while stored. Obviously you want it long enough to ratchet securely.

A few bungies are nice too. I use them for things like keeping the back wheel of my bike from bouncing around.

 

[racekarl]

I haven’t seen em mentioned but the notice ties (think bread tie on the juice) work well for lashing smaller things to an existing tie down point

LOL, what? Was that maybe posted using speech-to-text? If so, Siri or whoever didn't quite get it...

 

[HyperionMark]

LOL, what? Was that maybe posted using speech-to-text? If so, Siri or whoever didn't quite get it...

He probably meant this. I agree, they are incredible and super useful.
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[HighVoltOverland]

LOL, what? Was that maybe posted using speech-to-text? If so, Siri or whoever didn't quite get it...

Shit

LOL, what? Was that maybe posted using speech-to-text? If so, Siri or whoever didn't quite get it...

Nah just phone autocorrect "Nite Ize"

 

[Ramble On Rivian]

The bigger question is what are you tying off to? The 4D hooks in each corner are great, but it would be nice to have some tie off points on the upper part of the bed.

 

[krockett]

Along with rachet straps, I also use this quite often - https://a.co/d/gytJeAg. This net works perfectly with these https://a.co/d/3ltzFA1.

I’ve also been able to use this a few times for longer items when the tailgate is down - https://a.co/d/bvr9WyU.

 

[Hillbilly]

Heavy duty ratchet straps for me. I can use them for recovery off road if needed. When securing a load, be careful as you can straight up crush appliances by ratcheting too hard.

 

[ndmiller]

I have a couple of stratchits that I love, use them all the time.

https://www.frontrunneroutfitters.c...accessories/front-runner-stratchits-pair.html

I also use typical ratchet straps for bigger jobs.

I used a smaller version motorcycle camping for strapping tent and gear called Rox straps. Grabbing some strachits right now.

 

[C.R. Rivian]

OK truck friends, who's got recommendations for a "go-to" kit of stuff to tie down loads in the bed with? This is my first truck and I don't want to get caught out when people starting asking me to help haul things around .

This works if you need to secure something that hangs off the back: Loadd Canvas Truck Bed Extender | Extend Your Truck Bed 8' – Loadd USA

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