Reddit reviews Keeper 85243 8' x 1" Lashing Strap, 2 Pack

I was in the same predicament. Picked up two sets of these, fashioned one high and one lower, then anchored it to the wall stud. Not super beautiful, but it gives me enough peace of mind and kind of blends in (lucky my speakers are black). I feel as though its a decent solution, however nothing is going to beat hard anchoring with metal hooks into the enclosure. Hope this helps! Would love to hear some other ideas as well!

$33 for the load strap when you can just get these for $6.50

but i do love my organic chalk bucket.

I can move it myself and I am in no way in the running for a strong man competition. While a tad heavy, it's more awkward getting it through doors and around corners.

Parts List:

Yoga balls:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01LQ4PXFA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

pillow bearings:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IWGLAM0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


3/4 inch steek rod:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0069AB2NO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Rail Clamping Guides:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07426SVYM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Straps to anchor the trainer: (Way to long) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004PL4H0O/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I don't have a suggestion for the bike mounted seats, but I've been pulling around my now 6 month old for 2-3 months with a Burley Honey Bee trailer. We rigged a set up involving 2 tie down straps (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004PL4H0O/) and her car seat. Wrapped the straps around the aluminum frame and through the car seatbelt hooks on the car seat. Here's an image of the setup from RAGBRAI this last week http://imgur.com/a/tOpMM

I really dislike the velcro straps and they'll wear out pretty quick.


Here's a link to the straps shown in the photos. There's enough here to go over 3 times: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B008NH4POY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


Heres the straps that I'll be using to replace under the cover: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004PL4H0O/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Well if you do, I have found that ratchet straps were very secure and even the friction type straps like these are more than enough for lumber. I've tried to make the load shift and could not. I was a little surprised by that and really only use the ratchet type for plywood. Especially since the 4' wide sheets leave no extra bar to wrap a strap around. I actually pop the caps off the bar ends and stick the hooks right into the ends.

I have a Chevy Cruze and an 11 foot kayak, what I do is first unscrew the antenna at the center of the roof. Most cars this can just screw and unscrew no problem.

I have 2 foam blocks like this Centering it as best I can. I try to put them right before the windshield and rear window, the area with the most support. When I load my kayak there is a small part that actually touches the roof so I just put an old towel under it to prevent scratching. The towel is pinned by the kayak and not going anywhere.

Next I put these things under the trunk and hood so I can use a rope to tie down the front and back. I have tried running this system without tying down the front and back and I would not feel comfortable driving more than a couple miles going <30 MPH.

Now I use straps like this and open all my doors and loop it over the kayak and through my car. Again trying to stay close to the front for more strength.

Then I just tighten the front and back ropes to make sure its not going to move left to right, and double check the straps across the kayak.

It seems like a lot but the whole process of loading and tying down takes maybe 10 minutes and that's alone. Quick drive around the block to make sure its good and I'm okay with driving for a couple hours before I want to check it.

This system has worked well for me and the only damage to my car has been the straps will move around a little near the door and leave marks but those are easily buffed out.

I made a pair for myself. It is fairly easy if you look at what a TRX system consists of. Really, all you need is:

1. Short piece of PVC pipe
   
   
2. I would say about 10' of 1" webbing Which can be found at REI or Sport Chalet depending on you local.
   
   
3. And some adjustable straps which can be found just about anywhere that sells tie downs.
   
   The tough part here is the handles. I cut the pvc in 6" segments, used a heat gun to soften the edges and then used a wine bottle to flair out the softened edges so they would not wear on the their straps. Unfortunately I do not have pictures to help explain this (hope it makes sense, let me know if you need more of an explanation). Beyond that it is just tying it up correctly. Here is a simplistic way of doing it. Don't buy a TRX system! It is so easy to replicate. Rings have their advantages for gymnastic exercises, but TRX systems allow for creative core and upper body exercises.

I used to use similar baskets on the rear rack of my commuting bike. I ignored the metal clips completely during installation and instead used some straps like these because I already had them laying around. I also added a small bungie cord near the bottom to prevent any movement down there. It held the basket on securely. Another option would be to use heavy duty zipties.

Meh, I bought some polyester tie down straps with aluminum buckles for about six bucks and I use a marlin spike knot to attach my carabiner. Simple, cheap, lightweight. Easy up and down. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004PL4H0O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_YPCvxbAB283Y2