The twisting of the straps is a fantastic tip. I hadn't thought of that. I don't put my kayak on my roof, but in a small kayak trailer, but still I think this applies. Thanks!

In the trades they tell you not to have any twists in the lay (dealing with heavy loads) so it is good you guys point out this is a different scenario.

Tie a slip knot behind the buckle to prevent it from possibility coming loose. Then tie a half hitch over the slip knot to keep it from slipping out until you're ready to undo it. This also takes care of some of the extra tag line hanging off.

You really do have the best tips, i always over tighten my kayak so thanks for the reminder and tip with the twist of the tie downs!

Shout out for the NRS straps, they're a hometown business.

Thanks for the tip on compression straps. Got a road trip out to Rufus woods next week. Don't want my baby damaged.

@pug2451

2 күн бұрын

I really don’t think a ratchet strap will hurt ur kayak as long as you don’t crank one it

@citizenkang5811

2 күн бұрын

@@pug2451 Agreed. After much testing I went back to the ratchet strap. I just have a lot more confidence in it.

I use the same hook/ratchet combo. One thing I suggest is tying the yak bow line to the front line below the hook mechanism loosely with the hook providing the tiedown pressure. The way I see it, the bow/stern ties are there as a backup incase of main strap or rack failure. Those hooks won't hold onto much if they're just looped on.

What is the name that kayak?

Only put 1 twist in the straps, every twist past the first one lowers the strength rating. They are made to have 1 twist added. SOURCE: TRUST ME BRO. Also I'm trained in rigging

@spiltmilt

13 күн бұрын

I never trust anyone who says "TRUST ME BRO"

im going on a trip on thursday and wanted to ask how do you tie the bow and stern lines like where do you tie to your kayak i have an oldtown sportsman 106pdl and cant figure out for the life of me how to do that part

Just quit going ham on the ratchet. Why is that so hard for kayakers to understand. I’m convinced everyone is selling their own cam straps or something.

How do you keep your kayak seat folded? I usually put it in the vehicle if it's a longer drive. Otherwise I just use a bungee cord.

@spiltmilt

11 ай бұрын

It has straps i cinch down

Do you normally leave the seat on?

@spiltmilt

11 ай бұрын

Yes

Which store in Spokane would you recommend for going through with getting a old town kayak

@spiltmilt

11 ай бұрын

Only 1 dealer there. Elephant Boys they aren't great.

@jamesblakely6279

11 ай бұрын

@@spiltmilt where would you recommend to go through

@spiltmilt

11 ай бұрын

I've not been impressed by any kayak shops in the PNW. Elephant Boys is really your only choice for a long way in any direction.

@jamesblakely6279

11 ай бұрын

Damn well it could be worse. Hey wanted to say horseshoes and loon lake have been producing good for Kokanee and trout early morning for horseshoe, night bite for loon with the glow hook from Mack’s tackle. Looking forward to watching Canada trip

Love this. So much trash ive seen

Trucks FTW

@spiltmilt

11 ай бұрын

Except for your fuel bill and rod storage sucks

@UpNorthOutWest

11 ай бұрын

​@@spiltmilt ooh i gotta disagree here. 8ft bed with a canopy so rods either go on top in the ski rack or in the back of the bed. I also have a 4 runner and theres no way rod storage is better in a SUV or cross over. Modern trucks are getting 20-25 mpg, some even in the 30s, plus a way higher range due to tank capacity. For me it's trucks all day.

@Heywoodjablowme420

Ай бұрын

​@@UpNorthOutWestsame bro trucks all day but don't be an ass telling everyone they need one.

While I know some IQ numbers are very low I think Darwin's law goes to this one if you are not smart enough to load a small craft on your car or truck maybe you shouldn't be out there