Are the straps that are connected to the cover the only way to strap it to the boat/trailer? Can add my own straps/bungee cords? Place to connect?
102068
Yes, there are four sewn straps and the front tie down. I had the same questions! Wish there were some eyelets strategically placed but there aren't. You could probably put some metal eyelets in but it would probably void your warranty.
102069
Yes. No way to attach extra straps to the cover unless you add grommets but I don't think you would need them. There are plenty of straps on the cover plus two that go from port to starboard of the trailer rail.
102070
You have plenty of straps that are connected but when I store for the winter, I will apply two waterproof tarps and additional straps from port to starboard on the trailer frame. We go the Florida and the boat stays in Ohio. I have had two previous covers of other manufacturers and this Storm pro is the best of the three for fit and ability to repel water. Sun damage seems to be the weakness of all of these covers.
102071
Yes, The straps are stitched to the cover very well. It is designed to strap to the trailer. There are no other "D" rings to attach a bungee except at the very back where there is one "D" ring. In my case there is not enough length to run the strap under the boat to the clip on the other side. (18 ft BR). It seems very secure strapped to the trailer
102072
Yeah it would be possible I just think the trailer I have is not the original. I have 4 straps 2 on each side in the middle that can't connect. This is a awesome cover for the money. It had been rainning like crazy in kyle Tx and the cover had a big pool of water and no leak. I put that stand device that comes with cover in back of the boat to prevent further puddles.
102073
There are not any extra grommets. In my opinion, it has sufficient straps to hold the cover.
102074
Quite frankly I do see why you would need them. I pull my boat down the highway at 60mph with the cover secured exclusively by the straps sewn into the cover and it works fine. That being said, I don't see why you couldn't wrap the entire boat and cover with nylon trailer strapping but you'd have to run from one side of the frame over the boat to the other side of the frame; there are no extra d-rings or attachment points except at the very rear. Truly, you won't need more.
102075
The only place that will allow and additional strap to be secured is in the back of the cover for around the out drive.
102076
The straps are connected to the cover, that is the only way to strap it to the trailer from the boat. If you add bungee's there is no place to connect them to the cover unless its where the strap meets the cover.
2144983
There is a pin on a chain. This is 4 when U trailer your boat the anchor won't drop. Remove this if U haven't
2259084
The straps that hold the sides from flapping have broken in mine but are easily replaced with some cordage. I have had. I other quality issues. They hold up well. I have not made any attempt to add to the top of it but I don't see why you couldn't.
487838
Tried to measure but difficult while on the boat. Don't know if length is with/without hooks. I do know that the straps are fantastic. The ones I bought are actually too long but after latching just tie them up. Straps are tightened....then when latched really snug down tight. The rubber pads included where straps touch the boat are great!!!
1219494
It's the same material as bungee cord. If you have hooks on the sides of the trailer, you could weave this through the eyes on the tarp and pull the cord to the hooks on the trailer or use the cord to make your own bungee cords. It's a good quality cord though. It's cheaper to buy directly through sgtknots.com though
1665534
I was looking for the same thing. Decided to use a tarp and bungee cords. Hope this helps
60353
covers the whole deck and motor at least om my 22ft pontoon. i imagine with some rigging you could get your old sticks to work but there is no actual spot to insert them. As far as trailering im sure with some bungees you could definitely secure it tight enough
191893
Hey James, I have one of these covers...has tie down straps, it has elastic around bottom...not sure of size. The cover does not cover the whole boat though...I have a 24 footer Bentley...102 inches wide cover does not go all the way past the side rails when covering. Cover is good though quality wise.
2064490
It really depends how protected from the wind you are. There are some "elastic" type sinchers at the bow and stern, but I would not feel 100% confident. I only use it when towing or winter storage, and I strap the cover to the trailer.I would not recommend it. It is a pretty good fit, but definitely not custom, leaving room for wind to get underneath it and whip it around, especially when not tied down. Hope that helps.
1337947
There is not one that comes with it. Don't know why you couldn't use stay straps and a bath caddie and fix one up. Just a thought
116754
There are bungee-cord straps that hook the bag to your rack. Just be sure not to forget to strap them on...made that mistake twice and ripped the bungee cords off the bag once I started riding
121824
There are handles on either side of the head pillows. That's the only way I can see of attaching a rope. I wouldn't trust it to pull behind a boat though. There's not an attachment for that.
211159
We use the bag on the hitch carrier and use bungy cords to hold it because they're faster. Can't remember where the tie down straps are. Sorry. We like the bag, but it gets stiff in the cold. Keep it inside before loading it so it's more pliable.
2208443
Yes . But I was not happy with the way it sticks out so far in front when transporting your boat on the trailer . I couldn't even put my boat on a trailer so I sent it back . But know where in the description did it tell you that . you cant pull the boat up to the bank it sticks out to far . It sucks . Very bad design .. would not recommend this for anyone
1300225
I have the same question. Can't seem to figure out the straps to get them to hold. Carrier just keeps coming lose and goes it's own direction. Reading below suggests a bungee cord........for what I paid for two of these you'd think it would work.
1312522
I think you can only use cable. There is a hole through the pulley and a clamp to accept a cable. I don't see any way to anchor a strap to it.
15767
You need the 4 footer. The tie-down needs to be at least few inches longer than the distance from boat to trailer to allow you to attach the hooks and pull the strap tight. It doesn't hurt anything to have a longer strap than you need. I fold the extra strap and tuck it under the velcro. You could also cut the extra length and burn the end to prevent it from unraveling. Either way, its better to have more than not enough.