better zip ties

[handlebar]

I like zip ties on bikes. They stay quiet and tight and won't damage paint. I used two to attach my chain guard. A few days later, I snipped them to modify the shape. I used the same kind of zip ties for reinstallation. The first one broke before I pulled it tight. I tried another. Same problem.

The original installation was at 50 F. The attempted reinstallation was at 30 F. I learned that nylon zip ties typically won't work below 40 F.

They make cold-weather zip ties of a nylon that's useful to -40 C, and they've been tested at -20 C. What's more, the new ones I bought have a tensile strength of 120 pounds. That means I can pull them tighter to prevent slipping. In the photo I've left a little on the ends for a few days in case I decide to pull them tighter.

[radgranddad]

Good idea and find.  Can you please share a link to the ones you found/bought?
I assume they are also UV resistant, which would be helpful.
Assuming the sun will ever come out again.... 

[tacomanatx]

These also are nice in situations
https://amzn.to/3GTVYEV

[handlebar]

Good idea and find.  Can you please share a link to the ones you found/bought?
I assume they are also UV resistant, which would be helpful.
Assuming the sun will ever come out again.... 

https://amzn.to/3Wx6Ay6

Yes, I see they're UV resistant. I also see that some have a tensile strength of 200 pounds and are 30 inches long!

[handlebar]

These also are nice in situations
https://amzn.to/3GTVYEV

I bought this in Auguat:
https://amzn.to/3vTrEUP

I reordered a week later. You make velcro straps of custom length. I use them mostly for closing cardboard boxes used for storage. They're also a foolproof way to secure a plastic tool box.