FINALLY - A Better Ratchet Strap!

Ratchet straps are extremely handy - but have a few shortcomings. This new ratchet strap removes much of the frustration of securing loads.
For securing loads, there’s nothing like a ratchet strap. Even so, they have their challenges. Ratchet straps are prone to jamming, and can be confusing to thread properly. The hooks tend to fall off attachment points when securing a load, and there’s the problem of securing excess strap during transport.
DirtFarmerJay has found a new ratchet strap product that addresses all these issues, as well as strap storage between uses. At the time of filming of this episode, we have published 5 different videos on ratchet straps, ranging from how to use them, viewer tips and tricks, product comparisons, and related products. This is a VERY popular topic, with those videos approaching 1.5 million views!
So, when we find a great product, we’d like to pass along the news. OmegaStrap® ratchet straps have taken the “ratchet strap game” to the next level with 3 patented features that make it MUCH easier to use a ratchet strap.
First, there’s a control knob on the side of the device body that serves several important functions, including automatic alignment of the strap threading slot during set-up, a CONTROLLED release device, and a place to wind and secure excess strap during transport.
Next, to address the irritating tendency for the hook to fall off the first attachment point when securing a load, OmegaStrap® has added a secondary flex hook that keeps the main hook right where you want it. GENIUS!
Third, they’ve attached a durable elastic storage loop that serves double duty: to secure excess strap around the control/storage knob, as well as to keep store the ratchet strap when the job is done.
We like the quality of the product, as well as what it comes with. The instruction card was clear (and entertaining!). The soft tie loops (2 of them) are well made and will come in very handy for many types of loads (such as motorcycles and lawn care equipment). And, you get a very nice drawstring mesh storage bag.
These straps have a 600 lb (272 kilos) working load, and a (1800 lb (817 kilos) breaking load rating. While they are engineered and distributed in the United States, the product itself is made where all other consumer rated ratchet straps are made: offshore. As of this writing, it is believed that there are NO manufacturing facilities in the United States for this product. We talked to the inventor of the OmegaStrap®, and he indicated that he attempted multiple times to have this product manufactured in the U.S., but to no avail. Hopefully, someday that will change!
Check them out at omegastrap.com. While we received the product to test from OmegaStrap®, our agreement with them was an honest and forthright review of their product (to which they readily agreed!). Nor do we receive any compensation from OmegaStrap, either to conduct this review, or for any product sold using our dedicated promotion code. For all of 2021, you can receive 10% off your order (on a product that we think is ALREADY very reasonably priced!) when you enter DIRTFARMERJAY when you check out. Or, if you prefer, you can simply follow this link to get this special deal: omegastrap.com....
It’s our pleasure to get the word out about great products that we ourselves find to be useful in the shop, home, garage or kitchen. Now, for those of you that need to dependably and safely secure loads, this great product makes it easier to JUST DO IT YOURSELF.
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