How to use ratchet Straps

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In this video I will show you how to use store and secure your ratchet straps.
There are a lot of tips and tricks comes with securing your load.
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@howardiknow1133 4 жыл бұрын

40yrs of doing stuff, and this young fella just taught an old bloke a couple of tricks....never stop learning people...😀👍👍👍

@nickhata6051 4 жыл бұрын

lol me too, I’ve been doing this for years as well and I nearly didn’t watch the video because apparently I thought I knew it all 🤦‍♂️ wrong lol. Always learning!! 😆

@edh8537 4 жыл бұрын

dito!!!

@brendanfromnz 4 жыл бұрын

Exactly. It's a foolish man who thinks he knows everything. Life is one big learning experience.

@johnnyringo4463 4 жыл бұрын

Crazy how a Russian is teaching us safety stuff. Lol.

@chaosriderchaos4035 4 жыл бұрын

You’ve been doing it all wrong for 40 years

@nuggetzor 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, but you missed one small but crucial step. When you did the sound test to check tension, you forgot to say "thats not going any where"

@michaelsupple6081 3 жыл бұрын

Good one!!!

@randomizertotal5113 3 жыл бұрын

That's absolutely mandatory, I believe it's in the code somewhere

@pvjewel 3 жыл бұрын

just magic :)

@dgodrummer8110 3 жыл бұрын

holy shit! i thought that was only me. rather I ask the question to whomever is there to hear it "where's that goin'?". Wife says my girls make fun on me on social media for that.

@xredman002 3 жыл бұрын

I like using my buzzsaw voice "wheres he goin..... NO WHERE!!!"

@jimbo1231969 3 жыл бұрын

The way I've been tying off the loose end for 35 years has now been shown to suck. Also, this gentleman speaks English far better than many in the U.S. who've been here for generations, and know no other language. Truly a perfectionist in all he does.

@Dragon-Slay3r Жыл бұрын

No wonder the vulture earlier today had its wings closed I understand now I thought they're leaving the wings for the Viking eagle for the back

@WEMBLEYNE 23 күн бұрын

Dumbass you don't realize they speak English in new Zealand?

@nickl1349 3 жыл бұрын

Im a public servant. Public service training sessions are a slow painful horrible day that NEVER ends, Days that you dread. I sat my Class 2 HT license four years ago (2017) and this young chap took the class. There were 12 of us all from various countries, backgrounds and different abilities/skills. The first day class session was 8am till 5pm, all day with a lunch break at 12pm. The next day was the practical exam. That first day class session was the most engaging training session I'd ever been in. He kept everyone up to speed at the same pace, made it highly informative, engaging and fun. (and English is his second language) Not at any point in the whole day did I once look at my watch! That takes some skill.....

@wassssupprod 4 жыл бұрын

me at the start: HA! who watches a video on using ratchet straps me at the end of a 12 min: man, this guy taught me how to use ratchet straps

@dlorien7306 4 жыл бұрын

Right? Me too

@7pdude 4 жыл бұрын

i'm guilty, too ... already knew about the core concept but i just saw some good tips for less hassle especially when handling more than just one or two. as always the right technique can make life soooo much easier.

@traktorworks3200 4 жыл бұрын

yup. you nailed it. excellent vid and a good learning exercise for me also

@kenprevatt1267 4 жыл бұрын

Lol

@sgerepairs5978 3 жыл бұрын

Yup 👍😂

@douglasallen454 4 жыл бұрын

What a perfect person for this video. It is easy to see he takes great pride in his work. Very refreshing!

@kayceegreer4418 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, because a lot of people know stuff, but few can teach well

@neitzsche5150 11 күн бұрын

Still one of the best demonstrations of how to secure ratchet straps on KZfaq. Very well done.

@bobo3034 8 ай бұрын

As a old timer who used to rope and sheet back in the “good old days” I find this video the best of all the others. Clear, in logical order and presented in such a way that I will no longer be confused when it comes to strapping a load. Thank you for the video.

@MrJimmynilsson74 4 жыл бұрын

You my good man just solved the mystery off how to deal with the excess strap. Nobel price should be in the bank.

@batstian 4 жыл бұрын

@Northern LOL. Me too!

@roger5384 3 жыл бұрын

Really....

@joshteonea8294 4 жыл бұрын

This has got to be the best explained video on strapping.

@usernamemykel 4 жыл бұрын

Or anything!

@davidhernandezmartinez6316 4 жыл бұрын

+1!

@neilclark5077 3 жыл бұрын

I hadn't used ratchet straps before so I was concerned about the correct way to thread the long strap through the ratchet. I watched 3 of these videos and the other two waffled on and took ages at getting to the point and the main usage points. This lad was direct, clear and simplified the actions required, plus a couple of useful hints re storage of the excess strap. Excellent video.

@keithkrone77 3 жыл бұрын

The holy heck. This guy just de-mystified ratchet straps for the entire free world. That was really satisfying.

@TERRORoftheLORD 4 жыл бұрын

I use straps virtually every day for the last 15 years and I still learned something! Your straps are much nicer than ours but the theory and use are the same. Great job with the video and your presentation!

@rayban5737 4 жыл бұрын

U been smoking dope and forget 15years of experience

@TERRORoftheLORD 4 жыл бұрын

@@rayban5737 You can do something wrong your whole life. Experience is not a good teacher when you only know wrong. I will never stop learning

@r22jeff 4 жыл бұрын

Ray Ban is just an ass clown.

@AlMcpherson79 4 жыл бұрын

@@r22jeff Thing is I don't think 'how to tie this shit to the truck' is part of the test to get your truck licence. I'm a crane driver and had to figure shit out myself on how to tie down the 1200mm-round thick rigger mats that I had to put on the deck of a 55 grove because the owner goofed up in getting those instead of metre or 800mm-rounds for the backbox, and guess how many times this sucker was last person on site and fell on his ass and head (... so many headaches...) because trying to lift those mats either required breaking the rules of manual handling (I HAVE to bend my fucking back, I can't get a corner! THERE IS NO CORNER) or saying fuck it and leaving them on site. Okay I was a crane driver for a long-while before that particular job (fcking stupid shitting bollocking twatting bullshit), but still, loading and securing a ballast trailer with 50t of ballast (3x 9t slabs, 2x 13t cheeks), rigger mats (2m x 2m square metal mats), and lifting gear, no one ever said "this is how you stop this HOLY SHIT I LOADED AND SECURED PIECES UP TO THIRTEEN FUCKING TONNES WITHOUT TRAINING. AND NO ONE DIED SO, DID IT RIGHT WITHOUT KNOWING IF IT WAS GOOD OR NOT?) Seriously why haven't I seen these things as a fucking course you have to take? I worked as an agency worker for a bit at a furniture distribution warehouse and had to load their trucks and IT WASNT IN ANY TRAINING. Or at least, training amounted to just... "Right so these go up top, these go on bottom, reverse delivery order so first deliveries loaded last". I GUESSED at what those dangling straps inside the box were for and used them...

@movaughn20 3 жыл бұрын

Have you ever found the hook straps similar to what he used? I have been searching online, can't find anything.

@coolhandxxx 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, this was a total revelation to me. I don’t use straps very often and they are always a mess. Now I know why, I have never used them properly. Thanks a million for such a simple and clear guide. BRILLIANT 👍

@sliderdriver1 Жыл бұрын

Been using ratchet straps for 33 years and just learned a new trick! Avoiding edge damage while using the strap is paramount though. Keeping the webbing/strap totally parallel while ratcheting up is essential! So many people just ratchet up and get the edges trapped! It ruins your straps quickly. Excellent video, cheers!

@jake-mv5oi 3 жыл бұрын

I came for the tip on how to deal with the slack. Best explanation on ratchet straps I've seen.

@boatman222345 4 жыл бұрын

This is unbelievable! Two days ago I bought some ratchet straps for using to tie down my canoe to my roof racks. I spent twenty minutes trying to figure out how to,work them and gave up in disgust. Today I was watching some videos on politics and bumped into this video totally by chance. Within a few minutes I learned everything I'll ever need to know about using this gear! Thanks so much for such concise and incredibly clear directions!

@cjmueller5455 4 жыл бұрын

This guy is the Rock Star of ratchet straps!

@bradwhelan4466 8 ай бұрын

This is without doubt the most comprehensive and well explained video on how to use ratchet straps.

@hectorjaramillobaeza9394 14 күн бұрын

Hola soy de Chile, gracias por tu ayuda, es de gran ayuda.

@Vinnie002 3 жыл бұрын

This is my new favorite video on the internet, and I'll probably never use a ratchet strap in my life!

@kem1208 4 жыл бұрын

Been driving flatbeds over 20 years, don't know how I got to this video but I'm sure glad I did. Even us old folks can learn a new trick. Thanks a bunch 👍

@peteryeung111 4 жыл бұрын

For such a simple task, this man made into an art. Great step by step training.

@josefelix4152 3 жыл бұрын

I've never heard a better English that how he speaks it, it's so understandable, and amazing explanation!

@francisniestemski2440 3 жыл бұрын

I spent years trying to figure how these straps work ( no kidding ). I going to untangle my straps and practice with this video. It was a very professional presentation. You clearly and easily understanding “lessons” was a big plus. Thank you.

@SafeDriverTraining 3 жыл бұрын

I am glad it helped. I see drivers struggle with those every single day lol

@bluevette1978 4 жыл бұрын

The trick with the tail is AMAZING! Been tying down race cars since I was knee-high to a grasshopper and never seen any solution as clean as that!

@usernamemykel 4 жыл бұрын

ALL tutorials should be as well-made as this!!!! No BS, no useless so-called distracting/annoying "music", just straight to the point and CLEARLY explained. Kudos!!!!!!

@LostLeftyLimb 3 жыл бұрын

That’s a great way to secure the lose end. Learned something new. His accent is so interesting. It’s like NZ English with a Russian base.

@JoshBabin 2 жыл бұрын

Right? See I was thinking NZ with a Netherlands base

@horacesawyer2487 2 жыл бұрын

Watched again and learned more. One of the best videos on You Tube. This young man does not waste your time talking about himself. Wish all were like him. : )

@VCthaGOATdunker 4 жыл бұрын

This guy is great, everything efficient and correct. I just watched a bunch of these videos and this one is the best by far.

@tigerelectronics5966 11 ай бұрын

Hands down *the* best tutorial out there on this! Thank you so much, this has been of fantastic help!

@larryp4611 Жыл бұрын

You sir, are a rachet strap god! And, the reason why the internet and KZfaq should exist. Thank you for a fantastic lesson, now I have to go tie something down!!

@ermanbumaguin8063 2 жыл бұрын

I stopped working with trucks 2 months ago.. but let me tell you, your video saved me big time working with ratchet straps and avoiding disasters, thanks man

@ScottishLeo 4 жыл бұрын

Very well explained start to finish, thank you!

@sasaezorekomiaschi 4 жыл бұрын

Perfect! Thanks slack-star!

@ramosfurtado5313 3 жыл бұрын

You have explained this task very easily and professionally. I am a technical person but your explanation made it easier to follow and put into practice. You are a good teacher. Great job my friend.

@cerenademe9433 3 жыл бұрын

This is the best video ever. Don't ever delete this, because no one does it like this (the right way!)! Thank you!

@juggernaut316 7 ай бұрын

best ratchet strap video I've ever seen. a must watch for every man.

@johnturtlebury1077 4 жыл бұрын

I wish some one taught me this 40 years ago. good instruction.

@mdeamicis 3 жыл бұрын

I'm passing it on to everyone I see at the yard loading.

@macck4350 3 жыл бұрын

Yes I agree. Very simple and clean instruction.I like this guy. Everyone learns better from different people. This guy made it easy.

@volatilesky 4 жыл бұрын

Better late than never to learn I guess. It's like one of those things everyone assumes you know, but in reality I just make some random knots on the tail and hope for the best.

@JoblessGamer 4 жыл бұрын

I think we all just say fuck it shell be right

@Kurtz6603 4 жыл бұрын

Jobless Gamer ........... within the last 7 days I said “ah it’ll hold” ...........lol

@JoblessGamer 4 жыл бұрын

@@Kurtz6603 or if your here in Australia, yep! Thats not goin anywhere

@zambiakid 4 жыл бұрын

When in doubt, tie lots.... ;)

@thesillypig785 4 жыл бұрын

Haha same here. Been using ratchets for over 20 years, now I finally know what to do with the excess strap.

@garryharris3777 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Now I got something to show off to my trucker friends

@robertflores477 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve always got along ok with using these type of straps, but...now I know how to do it right! Really a very well done video! When the grandkids ask me to help strap down their pick-up bed cargo I can now be...professional! Thank you for posting.

@janoconnor2706 2 жыл бұрын

just started a new driving job involving flat deck loading, something I've never done before. As I'd already seen this video, I was able to get stuck in and help secure the loads/release/stow away the ratchets and straps correctly. The best bit was knowing how to secure the ends, it would have been very stressful to try and work it out on the job under a bit of time pressure. Thanks SDT!!

@familyd5952 4 жыл бұрын

Exceptional advise & practice for anyone... including a “weekend warrior” like me!!! 👍👍👍

@campbellb2969 3 жыл бұрын

The ending blew my mind. All these years of struggling to secure the loose end never again. Genius.

@xredman002 3 жыл бұрын

I love coming back to this video every half year or so...... It is so satisfying.

@samsamson3623 3 жыл бұрын

Man, this is one of the best videos I came across on youtube about securing a load ...... thank you sir!

@Techumsa 2 жыл бұрын

I've learned how to say safity properly 😅, in 30 odd years of trucking I've never come across a ratchet strap/ratchet with those clips, when you throw the strap over and go round to the other side to attach the ratched the hook on the other side always fell off. 😅 Those hooks are a good idea, i used to use a magnet to keep the d ring on the hook.

@RideTravelFun 8 ай бұрын

I love that the goal is to do it professionally. Thank you so much for this tutorial!

@vbuen323 2 күн бұрын

One of the best instructional videos I’ve seen. My dad taught me how to use a ratchet tie down many many years ago only to learn it’s been wrong this whole time 😂

@jimmyalicea8220 4 жыл бұрын

I tried your method of how to secure the load, making it look professional, and it was the best, easiest way to do it. Thank you.

@oby-1607 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you. I have always struggled with the excess strap after tightening them down. Now I know what to do thanks to you. Learn something new every day.

@bradc5539 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! After 28 yrs of longhaul flat bed, I've learned a lot of tricks, This young man just taught me one more that I'll be passing on. Thank You very much, and well done!

@DarinBrausen 4 жыл бұрын

I've been searching for the best way to store excess strap when hauling, lots of Videos out there but clearly this gentleman has it down to a science! Thank you very much, great work!

@shreddder999 4 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I usually just cut the excess off.

@robertheinkel6225 4 жыл бұрын

I am going to have to try his method.

@samuelsutton8299 4 жыл бұрын

I've always just rolled them and zip tied them

@bradhill5822 4 жыл бұрын

shreddder999 good one...

@bluehawke99 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed, tried this method on a trip here in NZ and it worked a treat. Strap didn't come loose, easy to untie at the end. Brilliant. I am not a professional driver just a joe bloggs moving some stuff between cities.

@dapperdan3204 4 жыл бұрын

Very informative. I’ve been using straps for years and this is one of the best videos explaining the use of the straps I have ever seen.👍👍Two thumbs up.

@a.p.5429 Жыл бұрын

This popped up on my feed today. Great tutorial. Clear and concise. I'm 65 and learned a MUCH better way. Thanks

@happykal11 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been using ratchet straps for over 20 years never have I seen the way you clean up the slack end used before. Thank you.

@JimsRobot 4 жыл бұрын

Not a video I ever thought I needed, but wow I learnt a lot. This guy is great. Thanks

@marctompkins3001 4 жыл бұрын

I wish a video was available back in the 90’s. I’ve had to learn the hard way. I’ve seen people at the local hardware store, they need to watch this video. It’s not that hard, once you get the tricks figured out. Nothing new for me under the sun, but it was a great video. Thumbs up.

@lewisgeddes4059 2 жыл бұрын

Best demonstration by far. Thanks

@boblotoldo3051 2 жыл бұрын

Someone can finally explain it clearly and concisely, thank you !

@songojune 4 жыл бұрын

Why is this one of the most pleasant videos to watch that I’ve seen on KZfaq.

@Xstrem-ti6qe 4 жыл бұрын

Great video. I've been hauling equipment and material for 40 years using ratchet straps. I learned a thing or two in this video. Great tutorial and perfect presentation. Thank you!!!

@HeritageThatching Жыл бұрын

The most clear, concise and thorough instruction ever. What a lovely chap!!

@freda1078 3 жыл бұрын

Great job young man, you showed an old dog a new trick, Thanks from Texas.

@jeffjenkins8303 4 жыл бұрын

A very good and informative video. I have been using these straps for years and after watching this demonstration I now realise how to use them in a more professional, safer and neater way.

@Tympan 4 жыл бұрын

Nice one mate. I have been doing it wrong for years! Your method of tying off the excess is brilliant and it’s now my method! Thanks a lot for making this video.

@wjcallihan 3 жыл бұрын

I"ve been watching videos on ratchet straps all evening and this guy's is by far the clearest and best, not to mention free from forced humor, of all of them. Outstanding.

@mdeamicis 3 жыл бұрын

@safe driver training. I have been securing loads to pickup trucks and trailers for almost 40 years. Dirt bikes, firewood and odd stuff growing up and onto my 40s. I was in the Navy 11 years and sent 5 of those at sea and securing heavy aircraft topside for heavy seas many times. And most recently I pick up about 2 to 4 tones of materials and transport 150 to 300 miles to build once a week. I have never had problems with straps as you learn them better the more you use them. But you sir just saved me tones of time bundlinng and laying out the tails. I just spent 5 minutes hands on at my trailer and got your method down perfect. Thanks for teaching an old sailor and ranch hand a thing or two about the ropes.

@SafeDriverTraining 3 жыл бұрын

I am glad it worked and helped you))

@joncalkin3092 4 жыл бұрын

One of the best tutorials I've seen. Neat, tidy and professional. Well done and I didnt pull my spine while watching it.

@MikeHunt-ik3rg 4 жыл бұрын

Lmao

@Heeman5 4 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Awesome video!

@winstonsaxonsdad 4 жыл бұрын

When I saw the title of this video, I thought what could I possibly learn from this? Well, the answer is --A lot!! I was very impressed at the many tips he provides, his insight into what most of do, i.e throw it into the toolbox... and how professional his presentation was .. kudos!!! I have always struggled with getting my rachet straps UNDONE, and now I not only know why, but how to fix it.Thanks!!

@silajeep1 3 жыл бұрын

That tying off the loose end is amazingly clever, whoever invented that.

@steve5825 4 жыл бұрын

What on Earth was there here to give a thumbs down to?? Well demonstrated and clear instruction, what more can you want?

@brendanfromnz 4 жыл бұрын

No reason at all mate, some are just petty and small minded. They will thumb it down because they don't like the colour of his shirt, or his accent, or the brand of straps or some other completely idiotic reason. Or it's because he is able to do something they cannot learn to do. Green eyed monster type thing. Meanwhile the rest of us have just learnt something valuable and useful. I have used straps for years, but always struggled when it came to dealing with the tail properly and professionally. It has always been a bugbear for me. Now that problem is solved once and for all. Thankful for the great video and clear explanation!

@rpeterson3951 4 жыл бұрын

He didn't get enough turns on the ratchet drum per the manufacturer of the strap. The drum should have more than 1 full wrap before it gets taut. Pulling the strap taut before winching will not put enough strap on the drum for a good bite. Overall it is a good video except that one mistake can cause the strap to pull through the drum. Thus defeating its purpose.

@Quacks0 4 жыл бұрын

@@rpeterson3951 Yes, I always make sure to have at least two or three full wraps of strap on the drum, especially for a heavier load that would likely strain a lot more on the strap as the vehicle goes over bumps. Captain Fantastic is right, though, about how there is really nothing to "dislike" about this video; some shallow-minded people simply LIKE to DISLIKE a video "because they can"... it gives them a selfish sense of empowerment, and/or they falsely think that doing so "makes them famous for five minutes".

@deathwingelitegantz5264 4 жыл бұрын

Not enough dancing girls & beer...

@reuvenmarkov 4 жыл бұрын

The moment you find something that everyone likes, without exception, is the moment you realize you need to wake up, because you are dreaming.

@joeys4269 3 жыл бұрын

Aside from learning how to use ratchet straps this is a great lesson on PROFESSIONALISM

@farnofamilyfarm Жыл бұрын

Excellent video and simplicity is explicit in itself. Ratchet Straps are new to me, I'm an old school use a rope guy. Thank you young fella for explaining tidy and efficient method of using ratchet straps.

@42lookc 4 жыл бұрын

What an excellent video. The strap slack storage is sheer professionalism. That has always been my frustration. I hope I can remember this on my next load. We can't do the half twist to prevent wind vibration here in Ontario Canada, though, because we'll get fined for that.

@hwobstj 3 жыл бұрын

Very cool! My favorite part is how you dealt with the webbing tail. Exactly what I was looking for.

@possible1911 2 жыл бұрын

Great Job sir, constantly training my men and your vid made me a better trainer. 61 yo contractor.

@santinojessieavilapreslie9851 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Bro .Very good tutorial. Your never to old to listen to a young man.

@gautamnair4428 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for a perfect demonstration. I really admire your professionalism.

@startmakingyours9942 2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best tutorial/'how to' video I have ever watched. Brilliant explanation. Full of information. 👍🏽

@Improveng1 11 ай бұрын

Absolutely the best strap tutorial I've ever seen, superb stuff. Thank you.

@jimdandy7772 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video!!! I learned something today, at 55 yrs old I’m still learning, I will watch this video again and again 😊 Thank you

@DawidNaudeIrishSettler 3 жыл бұрын

From one Driver Trainer to another, Young man you did a splendid job. As long as you take it easy and don't rush the quicker the job will be done... 🤠

@FORKinFISH 4 жыл бұрын

Very clear instructions, best video on the subject on youtube.

@pankajpurushram1055 3 жыл бұрын

I been in trucking from 14 years of age an I do flat bed over the rd 🇺🇸 and this guy just thought me something.. every day is a learning experience in this game.. thank you sir...

@mdd770 2 жыл бұрын

Best ratchet tie down video ever. Thank you.

@1953Spock 4 жыл бұрын

That was most excellent! A lot of information to digest there. I believe he's done this a few times.

@brianfox340 4 жыл бұрын

"... then you grab your two hands..." don't know why I love that phrase.

@prescottsims245 4 жыл бұрын

Really helpful video. Wasn't sure how to secure the slack properly, but now I do. Thanks and keep up the great work.

@KrisLaybourns 3 жыл бұрын

This guy is very serious about his straps. Love it.

@wheelinndealin 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve been doing this for so long but I literally just learned so much and I’m totally going to utilize all these time saving/ safe tips!

@goaheadmakeourdayscooterpe9644 4 жыл бұрын

Those tips will save me a lot of money, I usually cut the excess off everytime because I don't know what to do with it. : > )

@viaja3569 3 жыл бұрын

After watching several ratchet videos that still left me bewildered I finally found yours and finally GET IT! Thank you! 🙏🏼✨

@TopshelfJunior 4 жыл бұрын

This video is AMAZING !!! Never used one of these, now I have a little bit more confidence lol.

@peanutbutter2597 4 жыл бұрын

That is the absolute best I have ever heard about a ratchet strap

@asattar74 3 жыл бұрын

You posted this year ago. And here i am thankfully learning ... thank you for your life time video

@stevelanghorn1407 3 жыл бұрын

Thank goodness "someone out there" can make a clear video demonstration. So many others on this (simple-but-knacky) subject are just confusing and generally rubbish excuses for trying to be a TV personality. Thanks for the help!