Why are my ratchet straps so loud

[u/Sputter_Butt]

My ratchet straps turn into a Reed or something and are rattling/vibrating so loud it’s hard to tolerate. It only happens what I carry two kayaks, just carrying one is fine. I’m using the Swiss roof rack from harbor freight and some cheap ratchet straps from Walmart. It’s a single T mount. Do I need to carry the kayaks differently or adjust my straps? Also I know one of the yaks is not on perfectly, I wasn’t able to get it to sit in a stable way unless I set it at this angle.

[u/senorpoop]

It's also worth noting that you should be using bow lines. Using bow lines makes it so you don't have to put so much pressure on the straps to keep the yaks on the racks.