How To Tie Tree To Roof Rack

Hi this is the way i use my ratchet straps to secure loads of planks to my roof rack.

How to tie tree to roof rack.

On each side of the roof you ll see a rack that runs the length of the roof of the vehicle. In aaa s survey 20 percent of respondents who plan to purchase a tree said they were going to tie it to the roof without using a roof rack. Tie it off illustration by jason schneider. I ve been doing it this way for years after trying many different path.

Use a tie down that wraps around the item and the rails. Step 3 wrap the line around the base of the tree. With the third option crossbars with side rails you can secure an item to the side rails and run tie downs from front to back securing them to the crossbars. Step 2 tie a basic knot to start the process the standing end of the rope from one of the roof racks tie the line and throw the running end over the tree to the other side of the vehicle.

The second option is the side racks. Assess your rack situation. Often people will roll down their windows or open their door pass the twine or rope through the cabin of. Nylon rope also works but be prepared to tie some trucker s knots.

There s the scenario where there s absolutely nothing on the top of your roof. Those without a roof rack should first open all their car doors not the windows then tie the tree snugly to the roof with rope. If you have a roof rack once you put the tree on top of the car lace the rope several times over the tree and through the roof rack. Wiggle the tree and if it moves it s not on tight enough.

If you have a roof rack secure the tree from where the branches start to its tip with bungee cords or rope. Tightly secure the tree. In addition to creating a safety hazard transporting. There are really three kinds of scenarios for your roof wood said.