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How to Use It's a Real Cinch

Master the Art of Tarp Securing

Discover how easy it is to use It’s a Real Cinch to secure your tarps and materials effectively. Watch our video for step-by-step guidance and tips to achieve the best results.

Important Safety Information:

  • Keep Away from Children.
  • Never place the cinch loop around any human or animal body parts.
  • Do not exceed pulling forces rating of 120 pounds pull.
  • Never use the cable loop assembly to support a person or lift objects that could endanger life or property
  • Follow directions for use whenever attaching, repositioning or releasing It’s a Real Cinch.
  • Inspect the cable assembly and block before and after each use for signs of fraying or rust that can result from exposure or misuse.

WHAT’s included in
it’s a real cinch?

Two components make up each It’s a Real Cinch set. The RealHold block and a cinching cable loop assembly in your choice of style and length. Starter packs each contain two full sets. See below the quality that goes into each American-made IRC set. These items make cinching…. a cinch!

Its a Real Cinch Green Cable

Short (24”) Green Cables with One Line-Connection Point

This easy-to-use connector reaches nearly 24 inches from the cinching point on the tarp to the connecting ratchet strap or bungee cord hook. The cinching loop cable end is fitted with a stop rather than a loop.
Its a Real Cinch block

It's a Real Cinch Block

The RealHold Block is engineered from polypropylene, and is designed for versatility and visibility, ensuring your tarps and sheets stay firmly in place. Its innovative design adapts to various shapes, providing a reliable solution for all your securing needs.

Its a Real Cinch Blue Cable

Long (66”) Blue Cables with 2 Line-Connection Points

The blue cable works similarly to the green cable with additional benefits. The blue cable provides a long reach, nearly 5 feet, to the connecting ratchet strap or bungee cord if you place the cinch loop at either end of the cable. Position the cinching loop mid-cable, and you have two connection points, each reaching out about 2 feet in 2 different directions. That helps stabilize the position relative to a truck bed or other fixed ground points.

How to Use It's a Real Cinch?

Using the RealHold Block and cinching cable loop is straightforward. Follow these steps to ensure a tight and secure fit.

IRC Step 1

Step 1:

 
Place the speckled block underneath the tarp at your connection point.

IRC Step 2

Step 2:

 
Be sure the cinch loop is open wide enough to go around the tarp-covered block.

IRC Step 3

Step 3:

 
Fit the cinch loop around the material-covered block.

IRC Step 4

Step 4:

 
Tighten the cinching loop around the narrow area.

Frequently asked questions

Find answers to common questions about using It’s a Real Cinch effectively and efficiently.
Is it weatherproof?

Yes, It’s a Real Cinch is designed to withstand various weather conditions. The materials used are durable and resistant to wear and tear. This ensures your tarps and sheets remain secure and protected from the elements.
 

Can it hold heavy loads?

Absolutely! It’s a Real Cinch is engineered to handle substantial weight. When properly used, it provides a strong and reliable hold for heavier materials.
 

What if it slips?

If you experience slippage, ensure that the cable is pulled tight before securing it. Additionally, check that the RealHold Block is properly positioned. Adjusting these factors will enhance the grip.
 

Can I use it indoors?

Yes, It’s a Real Cinch is versatile enough for indoor use. It can be used to secure materials in various settings, including homes and workshops. Its ease of use makes it ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications.
 

Has it been tested?

Real Hold Blocks and cinching cables have been evaluated for their resilience and capacity limits. Materials were chosen because they combine the best qualities at the most affordable price. During development, we distributed 30 sets to tarp users for hands-on user experience reporting. Users liked the way IRC works and surprised us with a list of new uses we’d not considered.
 

Any user-related issues to look out for?
  1. Sometimes the sliding open of the cable cinching loop can feel hard. This is often the result of not holding the buckle and cable “in-line” reducing the friction. This friction is what makes IRC work to not balloon off the tarp when first installed.
  2. The cinching loop may slide off the tarp and insert block if not tightened in the narrow zone, below the top edge. Please see instructional video above for example of proper cinching.
What is the pull limit?

NEVER trust the cable to hold the weight of a person, animal, or suspended load that could be dangerous. IRC products are warranted to withstand wind pull and normal use conditions attachments to 120 pounds of pulling force.
 

Where can I get instructions?

We created a great directional video here: https://youtu.be/193WoEP1R2E?feature=shared
 

Why is the insert block speckled with yellow?

That is an improved visibility feature, especially for a dropped block in the dark.

Still have questions?

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★★★★★
"Contract landscape’s been my work. I wish my crews could have had this Cinch thing twenty years ago. Leaf cleanup used to mean big, heavy tarps corner tied into "rabbit ears" knots that got so tight they would not come loose when dragged to the truck. Your Real Cinch is really better. Two things together make it special. First, the Cinch closes the tarp right and doesn’t rip. AND it releases faster and easier than tight rabbit ear knots ever did. I’m sold. "
Gary E
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"Contract landscape’s been my work. I wish my crews could have had this Cinch thing twenty years ago. Leaf cleanup used to mean big, heavy tarps corner tied into "rabbit ears" knots that got so tight they would not come loose when dragged to the truck. Your Real Cinch is really better. Two things together make it special. First, the Cinch closes the tarp right and doesn’t rip. AND it releases faster and easier than tight rabbit ear knots ever did. I’m sold. "
Gary E
Gary E
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"I tried this product three ways – on a ripped tarp, a tarp with missing eyelets and a sheet of clear plastic. It worked well in each case. Both cable and block seem to be made of strong materials. I changed the connection point for tie downs to my tarps in seconds. I am always covering wood and machinery at my camp. This product will save me time and hold a tarp better in strong winds. I give it 5 stars!"
Tom R
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"I tried this product three ways – on a ripped tarp, a tarp with missing eyelets and a sheet of clear plastic. It worked well in each case. Both cable and block seem to be made of strong materials. I changed the connection point for tie downs to my tarps in seconds.  I am always covering wood and machinery at my camp. This product will save me time and hold a tarp better in strong winds. I give it 5 stars!"
Tom R
Tom R
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"My farm tarps get rough treatment. Cinched around your "block", my tarps hardly ever rip now. Wind flapping tears almost never happen now, with an almost custom fit I get with It’s a Real Cinch"
Manny D
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"My farm tarps get rough treatment. Cinched around your "block", my tarps hardly ever rip now. Wind flapping tears almost never happen now, with an almost custom fit I get with It’s a Real Cinch"
Manny D
Manny D
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"I mostly use tarps for yardwork and to cover things I’m moving with my pick-up. Your Cinch is super easy to use. My tarps are lasting longer, but more important, It’s a Real Cinch makes it easier to adapt my tarp and connector straps to fit what I’m doing each time, and the uses vary every time."
Mike P
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"I mostly use tarps for yardwork and to cover things I’m moving with my pick-up. Your Cinch is super easy to use. My tarps are lasting longer, but more important, It’s a Real Cinch makes it easier to adapt my tarp and connector straps to fit what I’m doing each time, and the uses vary every time."
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