: Has anyone on the forum used the SPT lockable tie-down straps? I
: have had the looped cable type of lock that requires putting a
: loop around the bow and another loop around the stern, then take
: up most of the slack in the connecting cable by weaving and
: wrapping it around the roof rack cross bars before attaching a
: padlock to the two cable parts. All of that is in addition to
: the usual tie-down straps. CLC just sent me an email ad that
: included tie-down straps with stainless steel reinforced cables
: inside the webbing and locks built into the buckles. They're not
: cheap, but they look to be convenient enough that I might
: actually use them more than they type I already have, but rarely
: use.

: Have any of you seen or used these? I value your opinion. I tell
: you, it's a bitch to be both paranoid and a cheapskate.

: Here's a link to CLC's site. (I have no connection with CLC)

: http://www.clcboats.com/shop/products/boat-gear/boat-transportation-storage-gear/spt-lockable-tie-down-straps.html

I suppose it'll work, probably better on a wide kayak/canoe than on a narrow one. Would be difficult to remove enough slack on a narrow one so that someone couldn't open one end enough to slip it over the boat. Would also be a pain to put onto the boat while it's on the rack unless it's on a low car.

Bill H.