Basic recovery gear/skills

[9zero1790]

I like that hitch step.

it is kinda fancy. ive seen people use those for recovery points. i would not. but it does look a great spot to tie one end of my hammock when im camping near a tree, or as a step.

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[9zero1790]

Wes makes a very good point. in the desert things to anchor to like trees are few and far. the 5g ranger is very capable in desert and sand from what ive experienced. the selectable terrain modes work pretty well.

 

[9zero1790]

I came up with a similar list as @subquark. One other popular item is a 12v air pump; Viair seems to be a popular brand. That way you can lower tire pressures to get more traction and still air back up when you return to the road.
EDIT: I also grabbed one of those Slime brand tire plug kits in case of a puncture.

the viair pumps are great. i got one for about 100 bucks and it works like a champ. only thing is it gets hot if doing all four tires. never shuts down or over heats - just watch where you touch it lol.

 

[subquark]

What is a come-along, pray tell?

There are a few types - ones with cables and ones with chains. I have a 50-year old one which is the piece in the middle of this pic, the aluminum thing with a hook, handle and chain.

I've used it to hoist engines out of cars, pull that FJ40 out of jambs, and even to pull that FJ onto a U-Haul transport.

Update: found the pic of the come-along and added it below.

 

[9zero1790]

There are a few types - ones with cables and ones with chains. I have a 50-year old one which is the piece in the middle of this pic, the aluminum thing with a hook, handle and chain.

I've used it to hoist engines out of cars, pull that FJ40 out of jambs, and even to pull that FJ onto a U-Haul transport.

Update: found the pic of the come-along and added it below.

im envious of the comealong... that is the real deal! mines of the Taiwan ones from northern tool. it works. but its not a hoss like yours.

 

[RDJTX]

surprised a CB Radio isn't on the list

 

[Fordup]

I have a Maasdam rope puller with a couple hundred feet of good rope. It's only good for 1500 pounds but snatch blocks can easily raise that. Can help when anchors are far off and you just need a nudge to get going and dont have a winch.

 

[Frenchy]

surprised a CB Radio isn't on the list

A CB radio doesn't have as much range as one would think. Got to thank the power limit on CB Radios. Also both GMRS and HAM Radios require a license and one requires you to pass a test to get said license.

 

[9zero1790]

we should invent some sort of anchor device for off road...

 

[OFC Ranger]

Your biggest tool is between your ears. Your biggest pitfall is ignorance, the next is pride.

If you find yourself at a questionable patch of the trail, but there is an alternative way around it, then do so. It won't get you instagram hits, but it might save you a sweaty exhausting day or possibly a bill.

If you are going to hit a technical trail, then make sure your truck is equipped to handle technical, with recovery gear or a convoy as a last resort.

If you like posting on social media how you got stuck then have at it if it floats your boat.

The core of "off-roading" is successfully getting from point A to point B, not getting from point A to point B in the hardest way possible on purpose. Keep in mind this is different then a trail's sole purpose IS to to make it as hard as possible. Why they are called Technical or "Yo this shit is Hard Level" in simple terms.

 

[Todd Chapin]

Your biggest tool is between your ears. Your biggest pitfall is ignorance, the next is pride.

If you find yourself at a questionable patch of the trail, but there is an alternative way around it, then do so. It won't get you instagram hits, but it might save you a sweaty exhausting day or possibly a bill.

If you are going to hit a technical trail, then make sure your truck is equipped to handle technical, with recovery gear or a convoy as a last resort.

If you like posting on social media how you got stuck then have at it if it floats your boat.

The core of "off-roading" is successfully getting from point A to point B, not getting from point A to point B in the hardest way possible on purpose. Keep in mind this is different then a trail's sole purpose IS to to make it as hard as possible. Why they are called Technical or "Yo this shit is Hard Level" in simple terms.

This, plus common sense and a buddy in a second vehicle when attempting challenging trails.

 

[RedlandRanger]

Your biggest tool is between your ears. Your biggest pitfall is ignorance, the next is pride.

Not to derail the thread, but that statement is true for just about everything in life..... Well said.

Know your limits and learn from your mistakes.

 

[JACKSMYDOG]

Even with a 12K lb winch I often carry a 6K lb synthetic line puller. Whether for winch failure, or 2nd point anchor.

https://www.baileysonline.com/wyeth-scott-ratchet-puller-3-ton-with-35-amsteel-rope.html

Often over-looked is the peripheral gear to go with it. I carry some or all of: 4 quality recovery boards, 50' & 100' synthetic extension ropes, 16', 20', 30' & 2x8' straps, 30' kinetic strap, 3 bow shackles, 3 soft shackles, hard and soft snatch blocks/rings, hi-lift, bottle jacks, and a long handle shovel.

 

[JACKSMYDOG]

we should invent some sort of anchor device for off road...

There are a variety of off-road land anchor designs available, for various conditions. I don't own one, but lots of YT videos showing various options and levels of success.

 

[OFC Ranger]

Not to derail the thread, but that statement is true for just about everything in life..... Well said.

Know your limits and learn from your mistakes.

As it goes...

"Life is hard. Life is harder if you are stupid".

Or something like that.

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