Category: Recovery

  • SpeedStrap™ Expands its line of  Made in USA Limit Straps

    SpeedStrap™ Expands its line of Made in USA Limit Straps

    Newport Beach, CA.—SpeedStrap™, a division of Piston Driven Manufacturing, has expanded its line of limit straps and accessories.

    Popular with serious off-road racers because of their strength and durability, SpeedStrap™ limit straps are the strongest and toughest on the market.

    Hand made one at a time in Southern California from 7,000 lb black nylon webbing double-wrapped over each 10,000 lb buckle, they have an internal deflector and are stitched together with massive 346 thread. The 4130 Chromoly steel buckle—tumbled and finished in corrosion resistant black—is likewise manufactured in Southern California. (more…)

  • Warn Industries Introduces Epic™ Winching Accessories

    Warn Industries Introduces Epic™ Winching Accessories

    Built tough to live up to their name.

    Clackamas, OR (8/12/15) – Warn Industries, the global leader in winching products, is releasing a new high performance lineup: WARN® Epic™ Winching Accessories. Designed to complement the look of WARN winches, each top-of-the-line Epic accessory is carefully crafted to hold up under difficult winching situations. A multi-layered E-coat protects forged steel components from both corrosion and abrasion.

    WARN® Epic™ Winching Accessories

    Epic™ Winch Hook

    Forged from steel, the rugged WARN Epic Winch Hook not only holds strong, but also it stands up to wear and abrasion thanks to its E-coat finish. Its unique design even features a built-in beverage opener. Available in three sizes: For winches with capacities up to 5-, 10- or 18,000 pounds. www.warn.com/truck/accessories/epic_winchhook.shtml

    Epic™ Shackle

    The double tough, forged steel WARN Epic Shackle lets users connect the looped ends of cables, straps, and snatch blocks. The threaded pin allows easy removal. Abrasion-resistant E-coat finish means this shackle will stand up to wear for the long run. Available in two sizes: for winches with capacities up to18,000 lbs., or a smaller size for up to 5,000 lb. capacity winches. www.warn.com/truck/accessories/epic_shackle.shtml

    Epic™ Snatch Block

    Armed with a durable, corrosion-resistant E-coat finish, the Epic Snatch Block helps off-roaders get more out of their winches. Under proper use, this multi-purpose snatch block can effectively double the pulling power of any winch or change its pulling direction, without damaging the rope. It also helps to reduce heat buildup and amp draw during recovery. Accepts both wire and synthetic winch rope. Buyers can choose from units rated to handle up to 5-, 12- or 18,000 pounds. www.warn.com/truck/accessories/epic_snatchblock.shtml

    Epic™ Tree Trunk Protector

    WARN designed the Epic Tree Trunk Protector rigging strap to anchor a winch rope to a tree, and then protect the trunk from damage during winching operations. What sets the Epic Tree Trunk Protector apart is the premium nylon strap with encased red warning marker to indicate damaged webbing, plus the end loops reinforced with E-coated ring connectors to minimize wear and abrasion. Three sizes are available:  4” x 8’ rated to 30,000 lbs.; 2″ x 8′ rated to 14,400 lbs.; and 1″ x 8′ rated to 7,200 lbs. www.warn.com/truck/accessories/epic_treetrunkprotector.shtml

    About Warn Industries

    Warn Industries is the world’s most recognized brand in off-road products such as hub locks and vehicle recovery winches. The company designs, manufactures and markets a full line of off-road equipment and accessories that enhance the performance of four-wheel-drive and powersport vehicles. Warn Industries has employees in and around Portland, OR, Livonia, MI, and the Netherlands.  www.WARN.com

  • Trail-Gear is now offering a 10,000 lbs Winch

    Trail-Gear is now offering a 10,000 lbs Winch

    The TG10000 Winch is the toughest and most reliable winch in the world. The TG10000 Winch has an IP68 rating (Ingress Protection Rating) on the solenoid and IP67 rating on the drum. The TG10000 Winch meets all SAE-J706 standards for winches. With 17 internal seals, it is completely protected from the elements and is 100% waterproof and dust/sand proof.

    What is an IP68 rating?

     IP = Ingress Protection Rating.

     The first digit represents the level of protection against the ingress of solid objects. The highest rating is “6” – completely dust tight.

     The second digit represents the level of protection against total immersion. The highest rating is “8” – Continuous immersion in over one meter of water.

    The TG10000 Winch is far ahead of its competitors. With a 6.5 HP series wound motor, three stage planetary gear system, 265:1 gear ratio, and automatic load holding brake, you can count on this winch in any situation. Included with your TG10000 Winch is a very smart, ergonomically designed remote control with a 10’ cord and sealed switch. Also included is a roller fairlead, a hook, and all necessary mounting hardware.

    Kit Includes:

     TG10000 Winch

     Sealed Remote Switch with 10′ Cord

     Roller Fairlead

     Hook

     Mounting Hardware

    TG10000 Winch, 303283-KIT, $418.95

  • Trail-Gear Heavy Duty Winch Hook

    Trail-Gear Heavy Duty Winch Hook

    303296_2The Trail-Gear Heavy Duty Winch Hook is a Grade 80 half-link style hook that easily attaches to your winch line thimble. The spring loaded safety latch makes it easy to attach to a tow strap or winch line extension and keeps the hook attached to the load. The red powder coated finish protects the hook from corrosion. With a breaking strength of 25600lbs, this hook can handle the toughest recovery situations.

    Trail-Gear Heavy Duty Winch Hook, 303296, $40.95

  • Warn Industries New Line of Advanced Technology Ultimate  Performance Winches Now Available

    Warn Industries New Line of Advanced Technology Ultimate Performance Winches Now Available

    ‘ZEON Platinum’ Sets A New Benchmark In Performance And Ease Of Use

    92810_Zeon_Platinum_10_002Clackamas, OR (2/19/15) – Warn Industries ZEON PlatinumTM – the toughest, most technologically advanced truck and SUV winch on the trail today – is now available through WARN’s extensive worldwide dealer network. It is built for those who push the limits – with double the durability, 20% faster line speed, and extreme IP68-rated waterproofing. Key features include the world’s first remote controlled clutch, and the all-new Advanced Wireless Remote. ZEON 10 Platinum, and ZEON 12 Platinum winches deliver 10,000 and 12,000 lb. (4536 and 5440 kg) capacities, and come with a steel rope and roller fairlead. ZEON 10-S Platinum features WARN® Spydura® Synthetic rope and a polished aluminum hawse fairlead. (more…)

  • Official Winch of Ultra4 Warn Industries Offers 2015 Nitto King of the Hammers Contingency

    Official Winch of Ultra4 Warn Industries Offers 2015 Nitto King of the Hammers Contingency

    Warn Industries will be at King of the Hammers Vendor Show with New ZEON Platinum Winch

    WARN 2014 KOH 1 wmClackamas, OR (1/19/15) — Warn Industries is proud to announce their 2015 King of the Hammers Contingency Program for competitors in the Ultra4 King of the Hammers races February 4th – February 6th.  A total of $2900 will be offered to drivers in Friday’s Nitto King of the Hammers race, Thursday’s Smittybilt Every Man Challenge race and Wednesday’s Polaris RZR UTV race.  Additional details are listed below. (more…)