HookandLoop.com's luggage strap is the last luggage strap you'll ever need! This fully adjustable strap fits on suitcases, carry-ons, and so much more. Our luggage straps are a great product for saving you time, effort and hassle when travelling.
What is a Luggage Strap?
A luggage strap is a strong, adjustable belt used to secure luggage. It typically wraps around a suitcase or bag to keep it closed and adds an extra layer of security during travel. Luggage straps often feature a buckle or clasp for easy attachment and adjustment, and some even come with built-in locks or personalized identification tags to help identify and protect your luggage.
How to Use a Luggage Strap
To use a luggage strap:
- Position the Strap: Place your luggage on a flat surface and position the strap so it wraps around the entire suitcase, either horizontally, vertically, or both.
- Wrap the Strap: Extend the strap around the luggage, ensuring it is snug but not overly tight. The strap should be centered on the suitcase.
- Secure the Buckle: Fasten the buckle or clasp to secure the strap in place. Many luggage straps have adjustable buckles to tighten or loosen the strap as needed.
- Adjust the Strap: Pull the adjustable end of the strap to ensure it's tight enough to keep your luggage closed but not so tight that it could damage the suitcase.
- Double-Check Security: Make sure the strap is securely fastened and that the buckle won't easily come undone during transit.
If your strap has a built-in lock, you can set the combination to add extra security.
How to Tighten a Luggage Strap
Tightening a luggage strap is a simple process, and it can vary slightly depending on the type of strap you're using. Here are the basic steps for two common types of luggage straps:
1. With a Buckle (Adjustable Strap):- Step 1: Locate the buckle on the strap. Typically, the strap will have one end sewn into the buckle and the other end loose.
- Step 2: Pull the loose end of the strap through the buckle.
- Step 3: Tighten the strap by pulling the loose end while holding the buckle steady.
- Step 4: Once it's tight, secure the buckle to lock it in place. If the strap has a quick-release mechanism, make sure it's properly clicked into place.
- Step 5: If there's excess strap, you can either tuck it in, tie it, or use a strap keeper to prevent it from dangling.
- Step 1: Feed the loose end of the strap through the ratchet or cam buckle.
- Step 2: Pull the loose end to remove slack and tighten the strap.
- Step 3: Ratchet or press the buckle to lock it securely in place. If it's a cam buckle, pressing down will secure the strap.
- Step 4: Make sure the strap is snug around the luggage to prevent it from loosening.
The key is making sure that the strap is securely fastened and tight enough so your luggage stays firmly together, but not too tight to avoid damaging your belongings or the strap itself.
Why use a Suitcase Luggage Strap?
A suitcase luggage strap is used for several important reasons:
- Extra Security: It adds an extra layer of security by keeping your suitcase tightly closed, reducing the risk of accidental opening during transit.
- Identification: Brightly colored or unique luggage straps make it easier to identify your suitcase on a baggage carousel, reducing the chances of someone else mistakenly taking your luggage.
- Prevent Overpacking: A strap can help compress the contents of an overpacked suitcase, making it easier to close and reducing strain on the zippers.
- Durability: In case the suitcase’s zipper or locks fail, the strap can help keep your belongings contained and secure.
- Versatility: Luggage straps can be used to secure multiple bags together, making it easier to manage your luggage while traveling.
Adjustable Size
These straps are 2" wide and 80" long. They are easily adjustable with hook and loop by the buckle. This allows you to shorten or lengthen the strap to snugly fit any suitcase or carry-on baggage. You can also use the strap to go across your bag both width-wise and length-wise.
Save On Oversized Bag Fees
To avoid oversize bag fees, our luggage strap can be used to tighten down your carry-on bag so that it can fit into overhead bins and storage compartments. It also neatly folds up for easy storage inside your carry on bag or suitcase!
Durability
Luggage straps are made from heavy duty hook and loop material, 70 bond thread, and polypropylene webbing strong enough for any travel case. The bright color makes it easy to stand out on a baggage claim carousel as well.
Other Uses
These straps are so big and heavy duty that they can double as straps for securing kayaks, bikes, and other cargo in your vehicles. You can use these straps to secure large items like kayaks, bikes, paddle boards and skis in your storage closet or garage.
Additional FAQs:
Q. What are the straps Inside a suitcase for?
A. The straps inside a suitcase are for securing and compressing your clothes and belongings to keep them in place during travel, preventing shifting and wrinkling.
Q. What is the strap on top of the luggage for?
A. The strap on top of luggage is typically a handle or attachment point for securing additional bags or items, making it easier to carry multiple pieces together.
Q. Are luggage straps safe?
A. Yes, luggage straps are safe and provide extra security by keeping your suitcase closed and making it easier to identify your luggage.
Q. How tight should luggage straps be?
A. Luggage straps should be tight enough to securely hold the bag together without deforming it, ensuring they don't slip or loosen during transit.
Q. Are there different types of luggage straps for various uses?
A. Yes, there are different types of luggage straps, including adjustable straps, straps with built-in locks, cross straps for extra security, and identification straps with tags for easier identification.
Q. Are there any weight or size limits for luggage straps?
A. Most luggage straps are adjustable and can fit a wide range of suitcase sizes, but they typically do not have specific weight limits. Always check the manufacturer's guidelines for any specific size or weight restrictions.
Q. What is the best way to use luggage straps?
A. The best way to use luggage straps is to wrap them around your suitcase—either horizontally, vertically, or both—then fasten and tighten them securely using the buckle or ratchet mechanism. This helps keep the bag closed and adds visibility and extra protection.
Q. What are luggage straps for?
A. Luggage straps serve multiple purposes: they add an extra layer of security to keep your suitcase from opening, help with bag identification, compress overstuffed luggage, and even allow travelers to attach multiple bags together for convenience.
Q. Are luggage straps worth it?
A. Yes, luggage straps are worth it. They offer practical benefits such as preventing your suitcase from bursting open, making your bag easier to spot at baggage claim, and providing peace of mind if your bag’s zippers or locks fail.
