I run my straps through the small gap down to the trailer. Then tighten down just till the straps begin to torque the corner of the tramp. Also with the rear mast support my cat wheels sit on top of the rear of the hulls. The wheel axle hits the mast brace and the tires hit the crossbar. Then i use the ropes to tie the wheels down around the back of the trailer. 3 years on my Tiger and no signs of wear on my tiger tramp from the straps.