On Feb 12, 2021, at 09:25, Bob Chaparro via groups.io <chiefbobbb@...> wrote:

Actually, for other loads I have seen the strapping brought through the stake pocket and up again to the strapping above the pocket with some sort of fastener connecting the two. I'd probably do this next time.

I know from personal experience that those banding clamps are almost strong enough to exceed the tensile strength of the bands. This is one reason out of a Veritable Plethora™ of reasons that for me, time stopped before 1930. (even log chains and cam-action lever binders are suspect)
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Artie the Hinged Jaw