Tethers (also called webbing) are, essentially, flat ropes with a few important exceptions. Their exceptional strength makes them common gear for auto racing, climbing, parachuting, cargo hoisting and - of course - inflatables installations. At Landmark, we typically use tether straps instead of ropes because they not only look more professional, but they're easier for the casual inflatable installer to use. Tethers give consistent performance with no knot-tying skills required.
You can easily adjust the length of the tether strap since they come equipped with hardware that makes lengthening or shortening the strap quick and easy. Especially if it's a one-man (or woman!) job like this one.
Both ropes and tethers are used for inflatables installations. However, at Landmark we take great care in determining the best anchoring systems for each inflatable we make. After years of experience with both, our recommendation is tethers because - simply put - we've never had a tether system fail.
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