Rubberdude88 Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 Hey all. Just purchased a 24' ladder. It is 12' long - extendable to 24'. Anyway, need some advice on how best to tie it down securely. What are the best type of tie downs to use? Any learned lessons to pass on? New tie down products? I am using the OEM crossrails. Thanks in advance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTSGUY Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 I would use 2 or more ratcheting straps. Don't use bungy style cords. They won't be strong enough to hold it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rolly Posted September 7, 2013 Report Share Posted September 7, 2013 I would use 2 or more ratcheting straps. Don't use bungy style cords. They won't be strong enough to hold it. I agree. Bungee cords are dangerous. A friend of mine used bungee cords and one slipped out of his hands and he got a severe eye injury. Luckily he didn't lose his eye. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mcgusto82 Posted September 8, 2013 Report Share Posted September 8, 2013 2 ratcheting straps should be fine. One up front, one at the back. I always carry a set in my van. They come in real handy now and then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harleyhearse Posted September 12, 2013 Report Share Posted September 12, 2013 I agree 2 ratchet straps is the way to go... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubberdude88 Posted September 14, 2013 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 Thanks for the info. I didn't want to wreck anybody's day on the highway Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Windancer Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 (edited) Anyway, need some advice on how best to tie it down securely. What are the best type of tie downs to use? Any learned lessons to pass on? New tie down products? I am using the OEM crossrails. Thanks in advance. I have carried numerous items on my roof, ladders. windsurfers to kayaks. I would agree never use a bungie type of cord. In the past I have used straps with a proper clasp on them or as others have pointed out a ratcheting system. I was very happy with my roof rack system, so much so I sold all my Thule Stuff Terry Edited September 26, 2013 by Windancer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTSGUY Posted September 14, 2013 Report Share Posted September 14, 2013 Thanks for the info. I didn't want to wreck anybody's day on the highway No problem I hope it all works out for you. Take a pic when you have your Journey loaded up and post it. I would love to see it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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