Trailering: rear tie downs issue

[crazydriving]

Hello,

I'm new to trailering (and sailing, for that matter) and have trailered my '79 Sunfish about five times. It's gone well, but still seem to be having an issue with the rear tie downs not staying in place or slacking during the drive.
So, my questions: is there a trick to using tie downs or is there alternative? And what are the most practical ties?

Thank you.

 

[adavid]

You should use web straps.

 

[imported_Scott]

I use web straps as well. Home Depot sells them four for $10-$15. If you use rope, learn to tie a Truckers Hitch.

 

[isleofwightlen]

Use webbing straps & snug them up tight , preferably ratchet straps on a long trip , don't over-tighten them though or you'll end up with a flat-pack Sunfish.

PS .... I always used to put them flat across the boat with no twists at all , but I was taught an "old lorry drivers tip" , which is to deliberately put in a couple of twists , which virtually illiminates the straps from vibrating at any speed. ( it works ).