I know a lot of folks believe bungee cords do not secure the load well and are dangerous, but I have found them to be as stable as straps. I've used shock cord fasteners (bungee cords), and have had no trouble with them. There are no wobble or bouncing issues.

Part of the route during this tour took us over 400 miles of unpaved roads and trails, and over 500 miles of cobblestone roads. They hold the load stable during minor, and even some not so minor crashes.


Different bike (below) on an earlier trip, but the same 2 bungee cords. It is amazing how much can fit under those cords. In this case my rack pack, a ruined tire looking for a trash bin, the tent poles, and my running shoes. They are made from 1/4" high quality shock cord.


I can put my bike in about any position and the load does not shift.


Bottom line: use what you trust and you feel comfortable with, be it a belt or suspenders or both