Cargo Nets.. etc for moving.... recommendations?

[pklomboy]

Getting the R1T this week but I'll have to put that truck to work already. I'm moving between houses at the moment. Any recommendations for cargo nets etc. for the move? Thanks

So far I'm thinking:
Cargo Net
Strap Die Downs
Moving Blankets
Bungee cords maybe?

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[Craigins]

I typically just use ratchet straps and bungees to secure objects and a moving blanket if moving things like wood furniture.

i have a cargo net, but I find using straps is usually easier than getting the net out and secured.

a cargo net can be simpler if you aren't good at figuring out how things might move to tie them down properly (like my father).

also i keep a piece of red cloth in my truck to tie around objects that stick out.

as for specific brands, not sure it matters too much. I've had some cheap straps where the ratchet can slip a little, but every time you stop you should be checking the load to make sure it is still secure.

 

[pklomboy]

I typically just use ratchet straps and bungees to secure objects and a moving blanket if moving things like wood furniture.

i have a cargo net, but I find using straps is usually easier than getting the net out and secured.

a cargo net can be simpler if you aren't good at figuring out how things might move to tie them down properly (like my father).

also i keep a piece of red cloth in my truck to tie around objects that stick out.

as for specific brands, not sure it matters too much. I've had some cheap straps where the ratchet can slip a little, but every time you stop you should be checking the load to make sure it is still secure.

Some great advice there especially the red cloth... totally forgot about that! Getting a new car while moving is insane =)

 

[miasm]

Cargo nets are great for bulk moving. I use mine for firewood a lot, where cargo straps would have me tying down every 12" or so.

That said, I'm not too sure that the Rivian has enough tie-downs in bed to make the net work super well. I normally tarp + cargo strap things in my truck bed, and cargo net stuff on my trailer. Did some odd-shaped misc stuff dump runs last weekend, and cargo strap it down + use extra length on the strap to go diagonal / thread through stuff that may want to move was more than enough to secure the loads in the fairly small Rivian bed.

I'd add a touch of flagging tape for things that may overhang, and then more blankets than you think you may need They always seem to go quickly.

 

[pklomboy]

going to edit and put a tarp on the list for sure!

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