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Old 02-02-2022, 09:03 PM   #1
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Looking for some sort of tow strap/rope to leave in trunk

Was thinking about the winter weather and felt like I should have some sort of recovery rope in my trunk Incase I pass someone stuck or a family member calls me and is stuck. I keep reading conflicting information about using d shackles also. Do people just use rope or 1 shackle or 2 shackles? I have a hitch so do I need a special pin or something to hook up to if I'm the one pulling someone out? All new to me.

Any recommendations on brands/products?
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Old 02-02-2022, 10:35 PM   #2
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I don't think you need anything too special. The basics should do.
I personally like setups where the strap ends can be secured, rather than just holding on with a hook.


Take a look at these...(or check out other stuff on the site)

https://www.etrailer.com/Tow-Shackle...w/MT70029.html
https://www.etrailer.com/Tow-Straps-...n/EM59798.html
https://www.etrailer.com/Tow-Shackle...Up/CU63XR.html
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That seems what I was looking at, minus the hitch one. I like that a lot. Makes it simple
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Old 02-03-2022, 06:39 AM   #4
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Hardest part is hooking up to something that can take the yank….and those straps are meant to stretch to help pull. Look up some off road recovery videos, should help give you the idea.
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Old 02-03-2022, 07:26 AM   #5
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Hardest part is hooking up to something that can take the yank….and those straps are meant to stretch to help pull. Look up some off road recovery videos, should help give you the idea.
Yeah that is what I would be the most nervous about. I'll check them out for sure
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Tow straps != recovery straps.

Don't yank on a tow strap. Its just for slow static pulls, which if someone is stuck in the snow will prob result in you spinning tires.

I would avoid any hooks, shackles etc, minimize the amount of metal **** that will be flying very fast if straps break.

If you do go for a proper kinetic recovery strap, decide on what weight you expect to actually using it for.

Honestly tho, a snow shovel, bag of sand and some of these would more realistically helpful.
https://www.amazon.com/Escaper-Tract...20179800&psc=1

*Furthermore, look into the legal aspects of helping someone you don't know. This is America 2022, you break anything they sue you for all your worth*
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Old 02-03-2022, 12:29 PM   #7
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Tow straps != recovery straps.

Don't yank on a tow strap. Its just for slow static pulls, which if someone is stuck in the snow will prob result in you spinning tires.

I would avoid any hooks, shackles etc, minimize the amount of metal **** that will be flying very fast if straps break.

If you do go for a proper kinetic recovery strap, decide on what weight you expect to actually using it for.

Honestly tho, a snow shovel, bag of sand and some of these would more realistically helpful.
https://www.amazon.com/Escaper-Tract...20179800&psc=1

*Furthermore, look into the legal aspects of helping someone you don't know. This is America 2022, you break anything they sue you for all your worth*
Don't forget insurance subrogation and exclusions. Helping people has become a lose-lose proposition.

Do those traction boards really work?
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Old 02-03-2022, 12:49 PM   #8
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Yeah those mud boards are pretty amazing.

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Tow straps != recovery straps.

Don't yank on a tow strap. Its just for slow static pulls, which if someone is stuck in the snow will prob result in you spinning tires.

I would avoid any hooks, shackles etc, minimize the amount of metal **** that will be flying very fast if straps break.

If you do go for a proper kinetic recovery strap, decide on what weight you expect to actually using it for.

Honestly tho, a snow shovel, bag of sand and some of these would more realistically helpful.
https://www.amazon.com/Escaper-Tract...20179800&psc=1

*Furthermore, look into the legal aspects of helping someone you don't know. This is America 2022, you break anything they sue you for all your worth*
Paul linked a recovery strap, not sure if you were referring to it or OP dumb op. You are going to need an attachment point for the loop on one vehicle.
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Old 02-03-2022, 01:33 PM   #9
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Tow straps != recovery straps.

Don't yank on a tow strap. Its just for slow static pulls, which if someone is stuck in the snow will prob result in you spinning tires.

I would avoid any hooks, shackles etc, minimize the amount of metal **** that will be flying very fast if straps break.

If you do go for a proper kinetic recovery strap, decide on what weight you expect to actually using it for.

Honestly tho, a snow shovel, bag of sand and some of these would more realistically helpful.
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*Furthermore, look into the legal aspects of helping someone you don't know. This is America 2022, you break anything they sue you for all your worth*
Yeah that is what my research is showing. Didn't know there were different kinds of rope/straps till I watched some videos, so recovery rope it is.

I was afraid of that too which is why I was thinking to limit it to 1 shackle maybe on my end or just all rope since rope wont hurt as much as a big shackle.

I forgot about those grip tracks. not as fun as yanking someone out of a spot but definitely better in 2022 so I don't get sued

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Yep true.

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Paul linked a recovery strap, not sure if you were referring to it or OP dumb op. You are going to need an attachment point for the loop on one vehicle.
hey now. and yeah that is why I was thinking the hitch on my durango
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Yeah those mud boards are pretty amazing.

Paul linked a recovery strap, not sure if you were referring to it or OP dumb op. You are going to need an attachment point for the loop on one vehicle.
Was referring to dumb OP.

Btw no shackles or metal crap needed.
https://www.amazon.com/QIQU-Syntheti...33423047&psc=1
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Old 02-03-2022, 09:02 PM   #12
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Was referring to dumb OP.

Btw no shackles or metal crap needed.
https://www.amazon.com/QIQU-Syntheti...33423047&psc=1
yaya. ok so boards or some fancy ropes. boards take up a lot more space is the only downside but they seem a lot easier to execute and a lot less risky
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I vote for snow socks

https://autosock.us/snow-socks-guide/
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