Be sure and check out "PART 2 RATCHET STRAP TIPS & TRICKS: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/bbuTapmbxNGzYIU.html

Quick tip: When ratcheting , pull the working end of the strap (end that doesn’t have the hook) tight, then holding both the working end part of the strap and the standing end part of the strap (with the hook), pull up about 4-6” allowing the working end to slide back through the ratchet. Then when you ratchet tight, you will have the minimum one and one half turns of strap around the ratchet barrel. This provides enough friction to prevent strap slippage under a load. Hint: more than 3 turns around the barrel just makes it harder to release the tension. That’s how we tie down equipment in the Air Force on aircraft that have to stay secure when subjected to 9G forces.

I guess I’m the only one that purposely puts one twist in it so it doesn’t piss me off from listening to the whistle of the wind, going through the straps

As a girl who grew up without a dad and now married to a guy who grew up without a dad, it is nice to be able to hop on youtube and learn those things a dad would have probably taught. I'm not into a sport, I just want to secure my furniture for a move. :) Thanks for the info for those of us not born knowing EVERYTHING! ;)

Thanks for the info. I’m 64 years old and when I drove trucks there weren’t ratchet straps, we had to learn how to pull down a rope. I can do that in my sleep but I now use ratchets just enough in my ute to forget how to use them each time I take them out. I’ll try and remember your tips. Thanks from a grateful Aussie. 👍🇦🇺

Now that my husband is not here, I've had to learn all the things he used to take of.Your video was very good. Steady filming. Easy to understand. Keep up the good work!

Thanks for information for an 80 year old who lost her do-everything wonderful spouse last year. Needed to tie down furniture, and ACE Hardware sold me this. I followed your instructions, and it worked!

Lmao thanks for the informative video, I'm one of those idiots that put the strap through the wrong way. Damn no one has ever explained this as simply as I've heard you explain this, thank you and GOD bless.🙏

Great video full of good advice! It bugs me when people make those "If they don't know how to do it, they shouldn't be riding" comments. Like Brian said, we aren't all born knowing everything. Look at it this way: Tying your shoes is pretty simple......but someone had to teach you how to do it!!!!

Flat bed driver tip-- Pull your strap through just enough to leave 1 wrap on the ratchet. Easy to tighten down later and stow rest of strap under tension.

At age 73 I finally learned the proper way to use straps....Thanks!!

lol, I'm one of the guys you were talking about, I know nothing about ratchets. I wish I had seen this video yesterday, I used one on a car drum puller, I ratcheted it down and I could not remove it for the life of me, I had to cut this brand new ratchet straps to remove it. Thanks for the video, I know there are many more guys like me out there.

Thanks for making this video. I'm one of the idiots that has been working on farms, hunting, and generally an "outdoors" kinda guy but have always had problems with ratchet straps.

Thanks for showing us these basics. Definitely something simple that not all people know how to do. Hate it when I ask a simple question and get treated like I’m dumb. Thanks YT!

I am about to do an online "load securement" demonstration for about 60 people. I've only done the demo in person before. So I figured that instead of fiddling with a strap myself, I'd find a simple video highlighting how a strap works and screen share. First two videos I found were full of misinformation! I believe that people must have pointed it out as well, because the authors had blocked and removed all comments. Thank goodness I found your video.

Great advice. 5:35 Something you didn't mention, that I've seen people not do, is pull the slack out of the strap before ratcheting. You did it out of habit but it's something to mention. Ah, I see you did mention it in Part 2. 👍

It’s a no brainer now but when I first used the ratchet strap back in the day it did take me a few minutes to get it figured out. Also liked you mentioned not everyone was born knowing it all although there is people out there that swear they know it all. Always room to learn something new or the same task in a different manner.

thank you very much for this video! im just a teenager and i help on a dairy farm and i ride along to pick up equipment all the time and never really got the just of tying things down till i took the time to look it up.

Wow finally someone who explains it so well and simple other people just overwhelm you and rush you to learn. I'm glad I found your channel. I wish everyone could teach things like you!

Thanks for the tips, i think my biggest problem is i have the cheapest crappiest ratchet straps. The closing the ratchet when you put the strap through is a really good tip, i usually do it open and spend like a minute or two to figure out the right way to stick it through.

Apologies if already suggested, but I tie a knot at the end of the tail to prevent pulling the strap through the barrel. I have removed the "J" hooks and replaced them with properly load rated carabiners to prevent the J's from falling out of the tie-down point. Something else to consider ... ratchet straps are not expensive, so replace them every couple of years. Nothing like strapping down a $20,000 motorcycle with a cheap, sun-bleached, oil soaked hard to operate ratchet strap.Finally, if you cinch down in the hot, dry sun and then run through a rain storm, check your strap tension. They will stretch a bit when wet.

great job at teaching us, I'm old but never had to use them, now before I do on my new trailer i'm trying to learn first, and you are right they are intimidating, thanks for sharing!

just a couple of things I wanted you to cover; 1. how do you store your straps when not in use 2. how do you secure unused web after tightening 3. how many wraps do you need on the barrel to hold a load 4. which side of the load do you leave the ratchet for roading (so if a loosened strap needs to be made tight you're not out in the road) 5. should you hook the strap back on the strap around a post with the hook end 6. what is the legal requirement for tinsel strength, up to one half the weight of the load, one third the weight, or one quarter of the weight 7. when should you check a load after the start of a trip and how often OH! never mind, I see you have a part 2

I've been using these straps for years, even at night, freezing temperatures as a Combat Engineer US Army. It's been a long time since I still have to refresh my memory on how to use this gadget. Thank you for patiently taking time out and demonstrating the correct way. I'm new in the game, Can-Am ATV and a trailer owner. Awesome Video 📹

This was huge couldn’t get my strap unbound you showed me how, much appreciated thank you.

I really appreciated your video! It was super informative, easy to follow and to the point! I’ve always been super intimidated using ratchets but I had to finally use some to strap down my new kayaks and travel an hour securely. The tie downs that came with the j cradles looked super flimsy and I wasn’t going to risk it. You made me feel confident using them and I thank you so much!

I saw about a dozen videos on strap clamps and none of them made sense til I found yours. Thanks for the demo!!!

I think the release on full open is the real kicker here. Most people think that you have to pull both latches back with your fingers instead of the full open releasing both latches. Great demo! One other thing that is nice is to take the excess strap and fold it back and forth like a bow, then use a zip tie to crank it down on a part of the tightened strap so you don't have a tail snaking behind you going down the road. Just remember to bring a set of snips to cut it off when you get to your destination. They actually make releasing zip ties now which are even better but they are a little harder to find.

Well done, and super easy to understand. I bought some simple Husky ratchet straps and now I know how to use them properly. Thank you!

I like to feed the strap threw the opened ratchet so the tail is behind, plus 1 twist in the strap keeps the strap from vibrating and possibly working loose, been doing it this way for 30 plus years.

We all were new at everything once , nothing to be ashamed of. Awesome video . Those straps look quality!

👍I have never ever used a ratchet strap but I want to however they scare me & that’s how I ended up here. This video is fantastic! I appreciate you. Thank you sir 🙏 from all of us daddyless daughters out here. Daddy taught me a lot of stuff but he didn’t get around to teaching me about ratchet straps. RIP daddy. 🙏💝

The first set of these I bought would have been in the river , if the river had been nearby. They didn't come with instructions either. I felt stupid when I finally figured it out. Great vidio.

Thanks for the tips. There was a bunch of times when I got so mad at the "stupid !@#*, junk !@#*, crappy !@#*", (you name it) straps, I was a second away from whipping out my folding knife and just cut the suckers. Now, I need to go practice your tips so I`ll remember how to do it right the next time.

Best video on ratchet straps I have seen so far. Thank you very much.

Thank you for taking your time. I was not raised or ever taught this growing up.

Thank you for sharing. I use the straps to pull trees/ shrubs to posts to tie them in. First time use I over ratcheted and the strap got stuck. It was a job releasing the strap. Educational as I had to really look at the device to get it undone.

great teacher. loved the training.

Thank you for posting this video, I bought some of these straps and I too was intimidated in using them, again thank you for the video.

A tip, if the ratchet is sitting against a part of the car or container and you don't want the metal from the ratchet damaging paintwork - just put a thick work-glove under the ratchet in between the ratchet and the bodywork. It'll save you scratching or denting the vehicle.

@ Fisher’s Off-Road here is another tip. When you hook to your "hook points" have the hook facing down, not up like you have shown in this video. This way, IF they loosen up, then will not come unhooked. You should do the same thing if towing a vehicle. Great video! Thanks for sharing.

Great sharing tips on protecting valuable cargo. If i could add to critical tips. Your load must never have gaps in the centre of your load bay. You should always protect the strap if from rubbing up sgainst sharp edges with either 90 degree corner protectors or some simple cardboard from a box. Check your loaf after driving over a mile or so. Oftem loads move and straps losen up.

I've been riding for almost 40 years strapped down stuff in the army for 25 and I still feed the webbing to the inside of the ratchet without thinking ugh. I think after watching this I get it now it's in my head

Thank you, It has helped me out, no more struggling with my straps. Great video.

Great info. I had bunched it all up and strap got stuck. Watched your video (7:10 to 7:25), and hook that bad boy to the car chassis and Yanked it out by disengaging both mechanism, awesome. Was about to cut the strap, but your strategy helped out. Thanks!

Thank you so much! This was incredibly helpful to a newbie!!

OMG... so clear and precise about these instructions.... I have never used this kind of strap before and now I feel like a pro. I did exactly as you said and it worked like a charm. Thank you!

Dude! I've been load binder and chain guy, Big winch and strap guy all my life. I have shied away from these rinky dink things and now have it figured out. Thanks

What do you do with the extra length and how to roll up and store ?

we are putting together a ninja warrior style course for my little brother and this helped a lot! thank you 🙏🏼

Good video. Although you say not to have a twist in the strap, I purposefully put a twist in on both sides of a load when on the outside of a vehicle that will be travelling at highway speeds. The reason: the strap will vibrate and "sing" like crazy with the force of the wind--especially loud when carrying an aluminum canoe! I don't see any premature wear on the strap from this; indeed, it surely must wear more when vibrating so forcefully on the highway. Cheers!

5:18 a twist in the strap allows the wind to pass by. That slapping and vibrating the strap does while going down the road is because the wind can't pass by evenly. That will wear the strap prematurely and possibly damage your load.

Just discovered I’ve been inserting the strap incorrectly, that explains why struggle to get it ratcheted snug and get it off easily. Thank you so much for this video!

Thank you, I had watched two other videos that were not as informative and detailed as yours, I had a problem with the release process. I can officially use a ratchet strap 😊 thanks for the video.

Great info and explained really well ... cheers👍

Make sure the webbing feeds in flat but always have 1/2 or 1 twist in it, that stops the vibration “hum”, especially on long runs

Good video. Regarding the twist comment, though, I have to add something. Maybe in the back of a side-by-side, you don't want a twist, but a trailer load on the highway does want a half-twist. It keeps the wind from whipping the strap that way.

Best way to secure your unit to a trailer is with wheel bonnets. It allows the suspension to continue to float. Mac custom tie downs makes in my opinion the best straps and wheel bonnets . Fast simple and adjustable .

Very well done video. And very informative. Thank you. Have to appreciate ratchet straps, very handy gear. Can’t do the same thing with a rope.

that was awesome! helps a lot. I can take a part almost any vehicle but couldn't figure out this thing properly. haha

I’m one of those dumbbells. Thanks for the info.

Great video always enjoy watching your video stay safe

There was something about this video that helped me tremendously. Thank you 🙏

Nice clear user guide.Well done.

Good video, I'll add one thing about twists in the strap. Not all twists are bad, I've hauled a lot of stuff and use my open trailer from time to time and the wind does a number on a strap thats straight, put one twist in it and the wind cant whip it so much and that could prevent it chaffing on the edge of the load. Not all twists are bad. Good Video.

Thank you for the great video. Very informative and to the point. Thanks again..

I clicked on this video because I couldn't fathom how it would take eight minutes to show someone how to use a ratchet strap. Then I see there is a part two. Mind blown.

Best video on youtube about this period.

2 tips you might have mentioned are (1) best ways to securely tie off the loose end while in use, and (2) how to use the ratchet to bundle the strap tightly for storage.

Thank you Brian for all your help I watched all to the end of it and totally helpful.

Thanks I never knew how to release these and was always sticking my fingers to press the second release,and yes it hurts when you get your fingers in the gears. Great video.

Thanks for this superb video, I have been frustrated with these many times and never really took the time to figure this out, was an Eagle Scout and Scoutmaster but then these weren’t invented, so I can secure any load with a rope, and now I know exactly how to use these , double likes and subscribed

I learned how to use straps the hard way. Trial and error. Wish I'd had this video. You explain it really well.

Very helpful, hated using them because I looked like an idiot, they never come with directions. Thankyou

Without a doubt the most useful video I have seen on KZfaq. Thank you.

Really good tips. Thanks!

This video was actually a big help. Made a project so much simpler. Big thanks!!!

Good concise description. Thanks for putting this out.

Thanks Man! Excellent video, just what I needed. I like your style of teaching and the tips and tricks will really help using these things, Thanks again!

I hate to admit it but I needed this video. Ive been working in the woods and hauling all my life but always get frustrated with the ratchet strap. Call me a idiot but dang, I got it down now. Thanks!

I watched a bunch of these and nobody explained it as well as you. I was ripping my hair out before I watched yours. Also, the extra tips were really helpful too. Upvoted.

I never knew how to use one of those until I looked it up on You Tube years ago. I use ratchet straps to hold my bike to my bike rack. They work great.

I've always been intimidated to use ratchet straps. This is the best video on KZfaq for beginners. Thank you, sir.

Also Never tie a knot in a strap to shorten it, makes it weak and you will never get the knot out afterwards. Also make sure you have at least one full wrap on ratchet drum before load is tightened down. I prefer two raps on ratchet because that is the only thing that keeps the dead end from sliding back out of the drum and it will loosen up. Experience and video's are a great help good job Fishers off-road.

Thanks to someone that's ratchet challenged.The directions they give you are totally confusing. I tryed your instructions in the driveway and it worked

What a great help this was to us. Many thanks to you.

Awesome tips thanks also important which way you feed that strap through the barrel I was tought to feed it so it facing you bottom to top

Very helpful. Thanks for uploading.

Best explanation I’ve seen! Thanks 👍👍👍

Great video. Not everyone knows how to use them. Also, inspect your straps every time. If you find damage, cut the strap off at the damaged area and burn the end. Save these short straps for short loads. Don’t take chances with damaged straps. Plastic coffee can lids work well to protect straps.

Thank you for the video!

Great video. Fortunately enough I’ve been around the trucking business my whole life so I’m very familiar with strapping and stuff. One thing I always see is the extra once the strap is tight ppl just knot it to there handle bars or something. I run mine back through the strap handle then loop it around the strap put the end of the strap in the hole then pull where it was wrapped tight it’s kind of hard to explain that nothing else roll it up and use black tape to hold it all together on the strap so it doesn’t flop

People are so intimidated by ratchet straps but once you learn they’re not that complicated they’re a great tool. I hate when people wrap excess strap back through ratchet it’s a mess to get it off. Shock Straps are the best thing I’ve ever used they don’t loosen up.

You may want to mention that the ratchet should be on the opposite side of the driver, because if you decide to verify your ratchet and you stop your truck on the side of the road, at least you won’t be in danger whilst verifying your load. I like your video and I also need to practice with mine as well especially the part where I have to put them away neatly in my pickup! Thanks for your video!

You don't know how much this video taught me. Thanks again.

You are a humble guy and do a great vid. Definitely worth watching. a pleasure to boot.

Knowledge is power. Thanks for the tip.

That was great info ..... should of added what the loop is for on one side of the strap

Thanks man seems so simple but great info

Great info. You described this novice to a tee. Thanks for the tips.