How to choose belts for fixing cargo on the roof of a car
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Car roof rack straps are offered by many companies that produce accessories and other parts for cars. Many of them are Russian companies that have long been familiar to car owners.
Car roof rack straps are often purchased by car owners. Ties are produced by many Russian and foreign companies specializing in the production of accessories for cars. Ratings and customer reviews will help you choose a product.
How lashing straps work to secure a load
Often there are cases when you need to carry luggage that does not fit in the car. In such situations, a tie-down strap comes to the rescue. With it, you can securely fix the load on the roof of any passenger car. A high-quality tie will hold luggage, preventing it from slipping even on bumpy roads.
Securing cargo on the trunk
To transport goods on the roof of a car, belts are usually used:
- With ratchet mechanism, lock (ring). Functional, as they securely hold voluminous, heavy loads, thanks to the lock.
- With spring lock. Suitable for fastening small and light objects.
When choosing a belt for fixing cargo on the trunk of a car, buyers pay attention to the size of the belt, the features of the fastening mechanisms. In the course are couplers with a length of 6 to 10 meters and a width of 25 to 75 mm.
The tape is made of polyester fiber - a durable and elastic material with a high level of wear resistance. Such a screed is not afraid of moisture or technical oil. It is the quality of the tape that largely affects the cost of the goods.
Tie down straps
Fasteners are made of steel and aluminum. These metals do not rust, withstand great pressure, and therefore the ratchet or spring mechanism does not lose its qualities for a long time even with frequent use of the tie.
During transportation, the cargo is placed on the car and tightly wrapped with tape. Strong metal mechanisms are fixed on the trunk. Small teeth on the mount help to adjust the length of the tape, securely hold it.
Rating of the best trunk ties
Car roof rack straps are offered by many companies that produce accessories and other parts for cars. Many of them are Russian companies that have long been familiar to car owners.
Cheap models
These are Russian-made tie-down straps.
- Inexpensive models (about 300 rubles) ROMEK 25.075.1.k., ROMEK 25.075.2.k. Ring ties 4 meters long and 25 mm wide with ratchets. Lightweight and compact. There is no fundamental difference between the models: all are equally good at securing loads.
- Gigant SR 1/6. Distinctive features - a six-meter narrow (25 mm) elastic band, a good ratchet mechanism. At a cost of 400-500 rubles, it does its job perfectly.
- AIRLINE AS-T-02. The 6 meter tie-down is capable of holding a weight of 200 kg, enough to use the strap to secure small luggage for road transport over various distances. Good quality corresponds to a low price - about 300 rubles.
These models for the transportation of not very large loads are distinguished by the quality of the tape and fastening mechanisms, high wear resistance.
Choice in the premium segment
Car roof rack straps in this category meet all European standards. Models only from high-quality raw materials are more expensive.
Carrier straps
List of accessories to look out for in this segment:
- DOLEZYCH Do Plus ties made in Germany. The tape is made of polyester. Models have sizes from 6 to 12 meters with a width of 50 mm and a stretch percentage of less than 5. DOLEZYCH is a recognized leader in the manufacture of ties, so no one doubts the quality of the product.
- Three-meter tension belt 50.20.3.1.A, ROMEK company. It costs more than a thousand rubles, but it has good performance. The accessory has 3 hooks and a rubberized area. Thanks to this, cargo of any size and weight is securely held on the trunk. Such a product can be used to transport large items in a trailer.
- MEGAPOWER М-73410, Germany. The original model 10 meters long and 50 mm wide can be bought for 1000 rubles. Very strong tape withstands heavy loads.
- Ties SZ052038, SZ052119. Producer - PKF "Strop", Russia. The length of the first belt is 10,5 meters, the second - 12,5. The width is the same - 50 mm. The tape is woven, withstands quite large loads. Thanks to the ratchet mechanism, the length can be adjusted. The cost is in the range of 1000-1200 rubles. Accessories take up a lot of space in the trunk.
Owner feedback
Car owners often buy Romek products, noting that the ties of this brand are simple and light, very compact, so they do not take up much space in the trunk.
The range is quite wide. There are tapes from 4 meters: this length is usually enough to secure a small load. Separately, buyers note the strength and wear resistance of the tape.
All belts of the German brand MEGAPOWER (with a ten-meter M-73410 it is possible to transport large loads), PKF Strop deserve good reviews.
Ambiguous responses can be found about the different models produced by AIRLINE, Gigant. Some buyers were disappointed with the quality, which, however, corresponds to the price.
Belts for fixing cargo on the trunk of a car of Russian brands SKYWAY and Kanta Plus, as well as ZEUS (China) received negative feedback. These products are only suitable for securing small light loads.
