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(More customer reviews)I had this on my wish list for months. My family bought BoatBuckles for me for Father's Day. I had no idea they would make such a difference.
My previous tie-down straps were the type that have a fold-over buckle that was pretty easy to use but they did have to be put away in the back of the SUV when launching and fetched when putting the boat back on the trailer. As the boat doesn't always sit exactly in the same spot I'd have to adjust the length of the strap each time. I thought they were fine. However after using the BoatBuckles a few times I wish I'd had them much sooner.
Mounting was easy on my trailer. I just drilled a single hole to mount each buckle. Now all I have to do to launch is push a button and retract the hook and strap. When retrieving the boat just pull the hook up to the eye on the back of the boat and give it a few pulls on the ratcheting buckle. Very easy. No adjusting for boat position on the trailer, no hunting for the straps in the tow vehicle.
This has actually taken a minute or two off both launching and retrieving. I don't have to hunt through the stuff in the back of the SUV to find the straps. What this has done is allowed us to hook up on the launch ramp and drive straight home without the traditional stop to do final prep before going home.
The quality of the BoatBuckles is very good, they are easy to use, and save time. Well worth the money.
If you boat in salt water consider buying the stainless version.
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