Fastrap tie-downs

savvyninja · 09-09-2011, 01:53 AM

Does anyone have any experience using Fastrap (I think that's the brand name) tie-downs? I'm thinking of getting this kit to secure my atv to my pickup's flatbed: http://www.amazon.com/Green-Touch-Fa...0852392&sr=8-1

**CozInCowtown** · 09-09-2011, 02:22 AM

Truckers rule of thumb for securing a load:
If you could pick up the vehicle, turn it over and shake it and the load does not come off - it is properly secured.
There is alot to be said for chains & binders or heavy duty straps & ratchets. Most of that stuff is just a gimick and made to sell.
Head over to your local truckstop and get a couple sets of straps, 3" or 4" is recomended. make sure they have the red stripe in the strap, they are DOT certified.
JMO,
DC

oldsarge · 09-09-2011, 06:00 AM

3" & 4" is a little over kill for an ATV, even 2" is more than enough to do the job. Does your trailer have tie downs or a rub rail to hook to? Depending on what you get in the way of hooks on the end of the straps, they may not fit into the tie downs, so you will be having to use the rub rail.

DylanT · 10-06-2011, 03:41 PM

Savvy, Do you have one of these front baskets from the same place?

Guide Gear Atv Front Basket, Atv, Guide Gear, Guide Gear Front Atv Basket at Sportsman's Guide