Some Lesser-known Uses Of Cable Ties (part 2)

stainless steel locking ties come in every size, color, or length you could want. They are inexpensive, versatile, and invaluable for the practicality they serve. Although these plastic wonders have been around for a long time, they still have many uses beyond being a quick way to hold things together.

4: Stop Tools from Rolling Away

Even though I try to stay organized as much as possible while I work, I still carry a lot of tools around my workbench when I'm tinkering with it. Most of the time things stay where I put them, but when I pick up a screwdriver and get out a drill, sometimes things roll around and end up sliding off the table. Zip ties can be color coordinated if the individual is feeling extra organized. For drill bits that have steel tie wraps on them, stainless wire ties can also be positioned as a depth gauge to ensure you don't drill too deep into your work piece.

5: Drill Depth Gauge

If you're already using zip ties to keep drill bits from rolling around in your workshop, you already have a depth gauge built in. The black metal zip ties moves along the length of the drill to adjust the desired depth.

6: Traction

In a pinch, you can add zip ties to your bike tire for a little extra traction.

Make sure the zip tie's rounded latch faces outward for maximum traction. Because the stainless steel ty wraps covers the entire tire and rim, there's no way for the brake pads to engage the rim unless your bike has disc brakes. To avoid running out of brakes on your bike, try this on the rear wheel only so the front wheel can still slow you down. Of course, riding a bike on snow is a risky endeavor, so go slow.

Another great option for traction is to add zip ties to your shoes, plus some hardware nuts for added traction, and you'll be sure not to slip the next time things get icy.