OTHER THINGS YOU NEED

So you’ve got your winch and the controller in your hand, what else do you need?

The number one priority when using your winch or undergoing any recovery is safety, followed by ease of use and maximising the winch’s capabilities. There are huge forces involved, even in a modest recovery, and this is multiplied a hundredfold when a heavy rig is involved or you’re sunk to your chassis in sticky mud or negotiating a steep gradient.

So in no particular order, these are the things I carry. While they’re bulky and heavy, it’s better to have them when you