How To Keep The Excess Rope From Malone SpeedLine Pro Tie-Downs Wrapped Up Securely

Updated 05/08/2026 | Published 05/06/2026

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Malone SpeedLine Pro Tie-Downs with Ratchets and Carabiners - 1/4" x 12' - 150 lbs - Qty 2

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Question:

Hi etrailer: If 12’ foot rope too long can excess be cut and still usable? If no how can secure excess so not dragging behind car? Also is the 150 lb max load capacity one rope or both ropes together? Thanks!

asked by: Maureen

Expert Reply:

Thanks for reaching out, Maureen.

You can cut the rope on the Malone SpeedLine Pro Tie-Downs with Ratchets and Carabiners # MAL62SR. I would recommend not doing that so you always have enough rope to pull things tight or if you ever need to use it for a different application.

To keep the excess rope wrapped up, you can use a strip of Velcro. Kuat makes a set of Velcro straps for securing a bike, but they work great for keeping extra rope bundled as well. They are part # KU43VR.

And for your last question, the 150 lbs weight limit with be the capacity when using both straps/ropes together.

What are you planning to use the Malone SpeedLine to strap down?

expert reply by: Gwendolyn Y