Listen to the full episode here:
Or watch the video version here:
Buckle up, because Ben and Lauren have forty minutes up their sleeves…
…and they’re choosing to spend it talking about tie-down straps.
From fail-safe ropes to ratchet straps, our gear gurus unpack how to best secure your clobber with the right strapping variety. Our hands are tied – this is certainly the most comprehensive conversation on getting your gear together.
Our gear gurus unpack how to best secure your clobber with the right strapping variety.
Shortcuts
00:00 – Intro
01:15 – Tie-Down Straps
03:47 – Fasty Straps and Sea to Summit Bomber Tie-Downs
07:48 – Cam Buckle Tie-Downs
11:27 – Ratchet Straps
16:04 – Fail-Safe Ropes
20:07 – Cost: Rope Vs Straps
21:03 – Logistics of Rope
22:08 – Bungee Cords and Occy Straps
24:51 – Cargo Nets
30:04 – Breaking Strength and Working Load Limit
31:29 – Length and Colours
32:57 – Tightening Mechanism
34:47 – Roof Load Limit Vs Roof Rack Limit
35:45 – Logistics When Loading Up
41:40 – Ben’s Final Notes
Mentioned in this Episode:
Categories
Products
Sea to Summit Bomber Tie-Downs
Wildtrak Leisure Australia Heavy Duty Bungee Cord
Thanks for listening, tune in again for next week’s episode!
Thanks for tuning in to this week’s episode of the Snowys Camping Show Podcast. Don’t forget to subscribe to us on YouTube, Spotify, iTunes, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, or Stitcher so you never miss an upload.
If you have any questions for Ben and Lauren, make sure you head over to our Facebook group and let us know as we’d love to hear from you.
Catch you out there!
From tent pegs and air tents, to setups for summer and one-pot wonders – our gear gurus Ben and Lauren unpack the topics on every camper’s tongue, taking each minute to the limit with how-to’s, destinations, and expert interviews. Be it a swag, tent, or ‘swent’ – set up camp with us!