So I just installed the Boat Buckles to my trailer and the boat buckle retractable rod buckle to my boat. The boat buckles work great but the rod buckle is really a pita to unhook. The directions say to pull back and up at the same time. Well, it might be easier if the was more strap to hang onto or if the loop in the strap was big enough to fit a finger into. But neither is the case. I was wondering if after some use it will loosen up and become easier to unlatch.

Has anyone else had problems with unlatching their boat buckle retractable rod buckles?

My dad's Ranger has them and have never had an issue with them. Actually the pull tabs ended up wearing out and we still don't have any issues with them.