Tie-Down Straps for 900 lb Boat Trailer

Updated 05/21/2020 | Published 05/19/2020

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BoatBuckle G2 Retractable, Ratcheting Bow Tie-Down Strap - Steel - 43" Long - 833 lbs - Qty 1

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BoatBuckle G2 Retractable, Ratcheting Gunwale Tie-Down Straps - 38" Long - 833 lbs - Qty 2

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Question:

We have a Robalo R207. Boat, trailer, fuel, cargo total weight is 4,700 lbs. Trailer weight is 900 lbs. What do I need to look for in tie down straps, i.e. break strength and other appropriate measures

asked by: Bob H

Expert Reply:

In order to choose tie-down straps, you are going to need tie-downs with a break strength that exceeds the weight of the lightest object, so you will want to use straps with a break strength that exceed the weight of your trailer. So I recommend the following straps:

- BoatBuckle G2 Retractable, Ratcheting Bow Tie-Down Strap # IMF14220
This strap has a 2,500 lb break strength, and you'll use it in combination with gunwale and transom straps.

- BoatBuckle Heavy Duty Ratchet Transom Tie-Down Straps - 2" x 2' # IMF14206 or 2" x 4' # IMF14207

- BoatBuckle G2 Retractable, Ratcheting Gunwale Tie-Down Straps - 38" Long # IMF14221

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