How are these straps holding up for you ? Im looking at these to strap my canoe to the car. thanks.
1356899
I was lucky the buckle on mine failed when it WASN'T securing my kayak to my vehicle. At a minimum, I'd have lost the boat, and at worst, killed someone on the road. The buckles are only designed to last slightly longer than Amazon's 30 day return window. I got a couple months out of mine, but needless to say, won't be buying more. If you shop around, you can find much higher-quality units for less, amazingly. I should have done so the first time.
635159
The straps are terrible indeed. I ordered Country Brook Design 3/4 inch 10 yards nylon heavy webbing from Amazon and these straps seem a bit sturdier. They're a little thicker so trickier to attach but they do the job.
764615
I found the clips useless for my car, Honda Fit, the straps thru the car worked out well. Over 3,000 miles, with 2 trips driven with this pack, straps never came loose.
63427
They make truly waterproof bags for canoeing. Some will even float. This is more of a school book bag.
1179166
Yes, very stury and strong, so if purchased for kids and they are rough on them they won't get any holes in them. Use on the river and had them for a few years with no problems.
2063950
I used it in canoe this summer about 15 times - and for about 4-6 hrs each time. I had no problems with the strap giving out or even loosening up. I actually like to adjust it forward and back to give my back a different position every now and then while fishing. Adjustment is fast and easy and only take one hand. I am only 165 pounds, but the seat is rugged. I bet you won't have any problems with it.
1607542
These are pretty decent Cordua nylon. What denier I am not sure...I peddled in a lashing rain storm for a brief period and my gear stayed dry...I would believe that the packs are pretty good at repelling water, but if subjected to constant daily rolling down a wet road, rainy conditions your gear will eventually get wet. Easy fix is to purchase a pair of water proof covers that will reject any wet for long periods or long trips where keeping gear dry is essential.
1659678
They are pretty durable. You could easily store it in the hydration sleeve in a backpack. I had mine hanging from a carabiner on my fishing vest while traipsing around the High Uintas in Utah for several days. It was banging into things and getting drug through brush and trees. It even fell off my carabiner while crossing a log. I didn't realize it until I had reached my camp. I wanted it so badly that I retraced my steps and spent an hour hiking until I found it.
1921252
So far they have held up. I am sure they must have been dropped at one time or another. If you have heard this, maybe try another brand. My grandsons have had them since December and haven't heard of any problems. If I hear of any, I will post it.
1891297
I have the little bungee straps made to slip over the reel handle.. They loop on the top rail and work well I was using them in the ocean today...
870329
I think you will be fine. They are high quality straps and rings. Mine have held up with lots of abuse over the past couple months.
1289260
No they aren't. I pass one loop through the other & put mine in my basket so it isn't a problem, and toss over my bars for short hops. But after initially using an old shoe string (which worked & I'm cheap) I got a small velcro strap for it & have to admit the shoelace & now the strap have proved helpful on occasion. I will say I did look at another cable that had a velcro strap but didn't buy it because of the price & for what I paid for the strap I eventually picked up I still saved and I'm really happy with what I have. But like I said, I'm cheap (my master "u-lock" has to be over 15, maybe 20, years old). No they aren't. I pass one loop through the other & put mine in my basket so it isn't a problem, and toss over my bars for short hops. But after initially using an old shoe string (which worked & I'm cheap) I got a small velcro strap for it & have to admit the shoelace & now the strap have proved helpful on occasion. I will say I did look at another cable that had a velcro strap but didn't buy it because of the price & for what I paid for the strap I eventually picked up I still saved and I'm really happy with what I have. But like I said, I'm cheap (my master "u-lock" has to be... » Read More No they aren't. I pass one loop through the other & put mine in my basket so it isn't a problem, and toss over my bars for short hops. But after initially using an old shoe string (which worked & I'm cheap) I got a small velcro strap for it & have to admit the shoelace & now the strap have proved helpful on occasion. I will say I did look at another cable that had a velcro strap but didn't buy it because of the price & for what I paid for the strap I eventually picked up I still saved and I'm really happy with what I have. But like I said, I'm cheap (my master "u-lock" has to be over 15, maybe 20, years old). « Show Less
1888473
I saw no such warnings in the documentation. They are affixed firmly so I would imagine they would hold up. I might have even taken my E through a car wash since installing them. Either way, I'd chance it.
739522
I have yet to have a problem and I'm hard on my equipment. I've had them for about 8months and they are still very secure in peddle no wiggle room. I do recommend these
1728235
I haven't use them yet for any heavy duty stuff, just a couple canvas bags. The bars are strong metal with some sort of weatherproof coating. The end grips, that grip the roof rack, look pretty sturdy to me. Assembly was easy. If your boat is fibreglass it should be fine is my guess, but I'll defer to anyone with actual experience carrying one.
472517
I always double-knot mine, they hold all day. Not sure how well a single knot holds up.
388173
Yes, I have been very pleased with them. If you decide to purchase, I recommend applying " lock tite" to the threads, I had one vibrate loose and lost it on the freeway.