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How To Choose The Right Winching Gloves
It’s been said some of the best vehicle recovery “tools” you have are your own two hands. While protecting your rig is important, protecting your hands when rigging and using a winch is crucial. Whether using steel or even synthetic rope, having a good set of winch rigging gloves is a must-have for anyone using winch line. Another Layer of Protection Talk to any vehicle recovery trainer and they’ll tell you to wear gloves when working with a winch. They provide another layer of protection between the winch line and your bare hands. Perhaps the question is why wouldn’t...
Tow Strap vs. Recovery Strap/Kinetic Rope: Which Is Which, and When To Use The Right One
The terms “tow strap” and “recovery strap” gets thrown around a lot. Similarly, when to use a tow strap, and when to use a recovery strap/kinetic rope can often be confusing. These are very different items, and using the right ones can be the difference between getting recovered or not. Plus, you can damage your vehicle if you use the wrong kind. Let’s set the record straight about tow straps and learn about recovery straps (and kinetic ropes), too. What Is a Tow Strap? Simply put, a tow strap generally refers to a flat woven fabric cord used to tow...
Double-Line Winch Pulls: Why, When, and How
A winch is one of the most versatile tools out there for getting your rig unstuck, and there are techniques you can use to make your winch even more effective and powerful. One important recovery method is the double-line pull. It will effectively double your winch’s pulling ability through mechanical advantage.
The Factor 55 UltraHook vs Traditional Hooks
The Factor 55 UltraHook vs Traditional Hooks The basic hook was invented around 23,000 years ago. Winch hooks—well, not quite as long ago. But for as long as winches have been around, most have had a hook as standard equipment at the end of their line. Many winches include a forged steel hook and they’ve done the job. However, a more modern, advanced replacement is available, and you may want to seriously consider switching to it. What is The Factor 55 UltraHook? Every once in a while, a better mousetrap gets made, and the Factor 55 UltraHook is just that....