If you can't tie even a single knot, try your hand at tying a lot of them. When it comes to the issue of securing a load, this tactic is probably not the wisest choice that can be made. Ridge Ryder, to their credit, provides a choice in the form of an alternative in the form of their tie-down straps, which can be utilized in a manner that is very easy to understand. What you absolutely need to have:Before you make your purchase, make sure you give careful consideration to the dimensions and weight of the load that needs to be secured. Ridge Ryder offers two distinct sets of tie downs so that they can meet the needs of a wide range of customers. Each of the four ratchet straps included in the blue heavy duty ratchet tie down set has a capacity for lashing that is equal to 650 kilograms (kg). The green combo tie down set consists of two ratchet straps, each with a capacity of 650 kilograms, as well as two cambuckle tie downs, each with a capacity of 320 kilograms for lashing. The ratchet straps have a rating of 650 kilograms, and the cambuckle tie downs have a rating of 320 kilograms.

Putting Everything Together and Going Over ItBefore you begin, you need to examine each strap to make sure there are no signs of fraying, excessive wear, or sun damage. You need to get rid of the strap immediately if any of these things can be found on it. Remember that the strength of your strap is determined by where it is mounted; consequently, you should position your load in such a way that the strap will have a straight pull between two stable mounting points in order to maximize its strength. Position the Straps so that they pass through the hole. To secure something with ratchet tie downs, you need to thread the tail end of the strap through the mechanism and in the opposite direction, toward the hook. Attach the end of the strap first, followed by the end of the ratchet, making certain that the strap does not become twisted in any location along the way. Fasten the Straps, and Keep an Eye Out for the Sharp CornersCheck the length of your strap for any sharp edges that could cause damage to your strap, and then use a piece of cardboard or a rag to protect these areas.

Checking the length of your strap for any sharp edges that could cause damage to your strap. You will be able to examine the length of your strap once there is some tension applied to it. Always keep a sharp lookout for any part of the load that might be vulnerable to being damaged by the strap. After you have finished checking these points, you should operate the ratchet mechanism until the desired tension is reached, and then you should close the ratchet mechanism. This should be done in the order listed above. Different Straps, Same TechniqueThe only difference between cambuckle straps and standard buckle straps is in how they are operated; cambuckle straps require the same considerations as standard buckle straps. Because the amount of force applied to these cambuckle straps is determined by the user, there is a significantly reduced risk that the straps will cause damage to fragile or lightweight cargo. There is a wide range of sizes available for these tie downs, making them perfect for securing light loads on roof racks or in the trunk of a vehicle. When the user is ready to apply tension, they first press the thumb release, then feed the end of the strap through, and finally pull this tight.

The user is finished with their task once the strap has been fastened to the mounting points. Even if you let go of the cambuckle mechanism, the strap will not become loose because it is designed to lock into place. Eliminating the Obstacles and ObstaclesPressing the thumb release and then pulling the strap through the cambuckle in the opposite direction is all that is required to release your load.

On the other hand, being able to use ratchet tie downs effectively requires some level of expertise. There are two triggers for release that can be found on the inside of the mechanism. The ratchet handle can be released by pulling back on the top one; consequently, using this motion to raise the ratchet handle halfway will accomplish this. After you have ensured that the release trigger is in its correct position and have allowed it to do so, you should exert some force on the ratchet handle. The other hand should be used to pull the second release lever found inside the ratchet mechanism, and then the lever should be held in its pulled-back position.

Now, slowly lower the ratchet handle until some of the tension that was being applied to the strap is released

- Repeat this step as many times as necessary until the strap can be removed without much effort

- Once the strap is in a position where it can be easily removed, you can use both of the release levers to unlatch the mechanism and remove the strap in its entirety once it has reached that point