Abstract: A cargo retention system for retaining a cargo apparatus in the bed of a truck is disclosed. The retention system has a rear bracket attachable to the bed of the truck and a front bracket attachable to the bed of the truck. The cargo apparatus has a rear male protrusion attached to and extending from a rear portion of the cargo apparatus configured to be received within the rear bracket orifice by sliding the cargo apparatus toward the rear of the bed of the truck toward the cab, and also a clasp attached to its front portion configured to selectively engage the front bracket.

Abstract: A tailgate gap barrier for engaging a portion of a tailgate of a truck and cover the gap between the bed of the truck and the tailgate is disclosed. The barrier has an elongate body and at least one leg extending substantially perpendicularly from the bottom face of the body.