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Learning to defeat items that can be used for illegal restraints, like hardware store zip ties can make all the difference during an attack like a home invasion. Defeating these is a simple process that starts by understanding how they work. Common zip ties consist of a sturdy nylon tape that features small teeth running lengthwise down one side and a small-toothed ratchet mechanism concealed in an open case. The ratchet is molded to allow free travel in one direction, but not in the other. Zip ties commonly have a weight rating, but we’ve found these methods to work with ties as strong as a 175 lb. tensile strength. In an illegal restraint situation, one tactic can be presenting your hands, so that you can create as much space as possible once the zip ties are cinched down. By making fists with your hands and squeezing through the application, you could give yourself enough room to slip out once your hands are relaxed. If this doesn’t work and you need to break out of the zip ties, jus
