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.
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.
1312521
The winch is not set up for a strap. The directions only list how to attach a cable or a rope to the spool.
846842
This probably is not the cover to buy.. But if you already bought it (like I did) you need bungee cords. There are two grommets. You can run a cord or two from one side to the other, under the car. For the front and back, take 3 or 4 of these bunggees and connect them in a cirlce for each end of the car (around the hood and trunk). Make sure there is no metal on the hooks though. You should have 3 areas where the cords are securing the cover down... It works.
30356
There are loops on the cover where you can connect you own straps... but the straps themselves are not included.
1757065
Yes but it needs dome adapting before using...kayaks slip off do they need to be better secured with strapping or bungee cords. Lightweight easy to pack up!
1605792
you can pending on how you connect the bottom straps, however the extra weight i noticed causes closing it a little more work
1528656
There are no straps, just a thumb size piece of velcro at the bottom (where the crank/pedals would be). My cover blew off on a windy day. I ended up wrapping a rubber band over each handlebar to secure the cover to my bike and it's stayed secured going on 2 months.
764542
Fasteners ? Installing this is like pulling a ski cap onto your kid's head. I guess the thing came with straps, but I don't know why. Unless you park your egg over an up-drafting street grate like Marilyn Monroe, the cover isn't coming off.
1300223
Put the kayak on top of the carrier. Then string the strap through the carrier base. Over the years of using the carrier like you have purchased, it is best to use a bungee cord
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.
730334
yes, I put a 3/8" rebar rod through the bottom rod. Then glued the end plugs. Finally, a really flexible bungee cord connected to the tie down. The weight and flexibility has saved me from the occasional gust of wind.
1329311
Not to my knowledge. It is used on a boat with bungee cords to hold it in place.
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
837714
It does not come with straps. I use two six foot cinch cables wrapped around the chair post and set in the holes on the side of the rack. Cinch as tight as you can to secure chair. I bought a cover for the chair but after I received it realized that it was not actually waterproof, just water resistant. I then bought a cover for outdoor patio chairs. It works great!
468985
They have 2 grommets on it to attach a bungee cord which is not included. Very easy to put on!
785777
If has straps that fasten along the top of cage. At the botton you have velcroe strips that attach behind the seats and on the back panel behind the seats. I put in on but have it off right now since I am adding other equipment. I also did not want to drive it on my trailer until I install the front 2 part full windsheild to break the wind when I haul it to the mountains.