In this article we will describe the different types of shackles we use, how and when to choose one over the other. The sturdy traditional D-Ring Shackle (upper left), made of metal is the most commonly used, it is usually always hanging on our bumpers. Its strength is great but its weight is what makes…
Be able to reach out!
For the last ten years, I had this with me on all my excursions, big or small. I won’t leave the house on my motorcycle or jeep without it. A few years ago, a guy died after falling from his motorcycle and getting trapped on the side of the road by his 700-pound vehicle crushing…
The Last US Bag Co.
Who is ready to order some cool gear to support the group? Our friends from Last Us Bag, just gave us a sample of the line of products they created just for our members. They quality and durability of these bags is outstanding. These all include our logo in full color. To order click here!…
Winch Safety Tips
A cool short video covering some important safety tips aspects of how to use a winch.
A 24 hrs Recovery Story
Monday around noon we received a request for a recovery near Frog Lake, it was in an area that was still open to offroad traffic. Two vehicles drove no more than 400 yards from Highway 26 and got badly stuck in NF-2660. Will called me and try to organize a recovery, but my Jeep came…
Kinetic Rope
We had a small opportunity this weekend to try ourselves the power of the Kinetic ropes. We tested the Spartan Rope, and to my surprise while pulling a vehicle out of a ditch on the snow, I accelerated my JK and the kinetic rope smoothly gave me that momentum and mass that got transferred to…
tuffstuff4x4.com
A few companies decided to sponsor and support us from the beginning, one of those is Tuff Stuff 4×4, who not only sent us products for us to use and review on our recoveries, but also offer our members a 10% discount on any of their online purchases. From winches, to awnings, all the way…
Reaching out!
Adam was interviewed by Raymond Rendleman from Pamplin Media Group editor and now a lot of people will get to know our services! In a short article Raymond describes what we do and how the general public could contact us to request help. Here is a link to the story: https://pamplinmedia.com/cr/24-news/447820-364437-you-need-to-know-about-oregon-off-road-recoverys-free-service-pwoff
offroadinggear.com
Our friends from https://www.offroadinggear.com/ offered our members a 15% discount with free shipping for products on their page. One of the products we tested and recommend are the traction mats. MAXGRIP TIRE TRACTION PADS WITH LEASH AND CARRYING BAG (2 RECOVERY BOARDS) – FOR SNOW/MUD/ICE/SAND These traction pads are extremely durable and even include replaceable…
Off Grid Winch: Making a Flip Flop Winch
From the youtube channel Survival Sherpa, Mors demonstrates how to build a winch with a rope and two pieces of wood. Might come in handy when you have no other resources available. Always remember the strength of the rope needs to be appropriate to what you are trying to pull.