First off road trip advise please.

[joker??]

My 3 tips for the day.

There's dangers involved in any recovery.

It's about being sensible, if it feels like you're pulling too hard or too fast, you probably are. Don't be afraid to ask the guy recovering you to calm down or let someone else do it, if you're the one being recovered.

A 50mm towball isn't a recovery point.

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And a few videos
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WFX4BriYj2w
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FyYA2ziltkk

not sure how genuine this, but it's funny http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bi0t-I9ugIs

and my favourite
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bi0t-I9ugIs

I couldn't find the one of someone pulling the front end off a shogun at devils pit.

nor is the lash down hook

[darkdezigns]

well all i can say is they arent allowed in the recovery trade atall

[Muddy Boots]

Just been watching those youtube clips with the tow rope problems. I am amazed more about the guys standing that close.

I used to work with slings and chains in a factory. Shifting round several tonnes of pipework on some lifts. On several occassions`saw chains and slings fail and you learn really quick that its much better to be standing out of the way rather than trying to get out of the way.

[Muddy Boots]

Good for you!

Wasn't saying I disagree, just dont think kinetic is the way to go for a complete beginner.

I reckon if you take a beginner somewhere where they'll NEED a kinetic strap, you run the risk of putting them off the sport. It's his daily driver, so I doubt he'll wanna do stuff which could result in damage anyway...

Agreed