Why a Broomstick Isn’t the Best Cargo Retrieval Tool
Opening the tailgate of your truck and finding your cargo has slid all the way to the front of the bed like it’s trying to escape. We have all been there, right? And then we look around for a solution, and then, like some kind of universal instinct, you grab a broomstick!
Why? Because it’s there. Because it’s long. And because you are improvising.
But honestly, a broomstick is a terrible cargo retrieval tool. It’s like trying to slice bread with a spoon, you know, it’s just not designed for the job, and it’s going to give you a lot more trouble.
In this blog, we are going to break down why the humble broomstick is the most common yet completely wrong choice for retrieving cargo, what can go wrong when you use one, and why The Jimmy Stick is the best retrieval tool you should have had all along.
The Broomstick: The Wrong Tool for the Right Job
Well, it’s quite obvious that people grab a broomstick to retrieve cargo just because it’s long, lightweight, and it’s usually just lying around in your garage. But that’s about where the advantages end. In fact, when it comes to truck beds, a broomstick is more of a liability than a solution.
Here’s what makes a broomstick a bad cargo retrieval tool:
1. Weak and Fragile
Broomsticks are made for one thing: sweeping. They are thin, hollow, and often made of cheap plastic or wood. When you are trying to pull a heavy toolbox or push a loaded cooler, the broomstick bends, cracks, or outright snaps.
2. Lack of Control
Have you ever tried to use a broomstick to hook a grocery bag or slide a duffel forward? Good luck trying because the straight and smooth design gives you zero control. It slips off, slides around, or, worse, knocks your cargo out of reach.
3. Risk of Damage
A broomstick is essentially a blunt stick. Use it to pull something fragile, and you could end up smashing it instead. And if you use it to reach a tool, you might scratch your truck bed’s finish. In trying to fix one problem, you create another.
4. Awkward Handling
It’s too thin to get a solid grip, especially when you are leaning over the tailgate. And if it’s a detachable broom, the head sometimes pops off mid-reach, which is just perfect when your toolbox is already out of reach.
But here’s the most important point: remember, a broomstick isn’t designed to be a cargo retrieval tool. It’s a hack, an emergency improvisation. And like most improvisations, it’s unreliable and frustrating.
What Can Go Wrong with a Broomstick as Your Cargo Retrieval Tool
You might think, “It’s just a stick, how bad can it be?” But if you have ever tried using a broomstick in a truck bed, you know it’s basically a comedy of errors.
Scenario 1: The Snap Heard ‘Round the Neighborhood
You’re trying to pull a bag of soil toward you. The broomstick bends, and just when you think you’ve got it, it snaps. The stick breaks, the soil bag stays out of reach, and now you’re left with two useless half-sticks.
Scenario 2: The Knock and Drop
You are trying to hook a small toolbox with the stick. But it’s too smooth and straight, so it just bumps the toolbox further away. By the time you are done, it’s like you’re playing hockey with your own gear.
But it doesn’t have to be this way.
The Jimmy Stick: The Best Cargo Retrieval Tool
So what’s the best tool for the job? Well, Jimmy Stick.
It’s designed for the job, a real retrieval tool. Here’s why it’s the smart alternative to the broomstick:
1. Engineered for Strength and Durability
Built from high-strength carbon fiber, the Jimmy Stick can handle heavy loads without bending or breaking. Moreover, the nylon-reinforced Bulldozer Head is tough enough to slide under and hook almost any cargo without damage.
2. Precision Control with Anchor Arms
The patent-pending 45-degree anchor arms are designed to grip and pull cargo securely. Whether it’s a grocery bag handle, a cooler, or a toolbox, you have reliable control.
3. Lightweight and Easy to Use
At just 1.5 lbs, it’s light enough for anyone to handle. This stick also has a 60-inch length, which means you can access even the deepest parts of your truck bed without leaning, stretching, or climbing.
4. Safe for Your Truck and Your Gear
Unlike a broomstick, the Jimmy Stick won’t scratch your truck bed or damage your cargo. The rounded handle glides smoothly without scraping.
Conclusion
A broomstick is great… for sweeping. But it’s a terrible cargo retrieval tool. And now that you know why, there’s really no reason to keep struggling with it.
The Jimmy Stick is the upgrade your truck bed deserves. It’s smarter, stronger, and designed to make your life easier. Once you’ve tried it, you’ll wonder how you ever put up with broomsticks and frustration. And once you have used it, you’ll never go back to that old broomstick again. What’s the wait then? Order now!