Category: Press Release

  • Rock Recovery™ Winch Line

    Trail-Gear knows that when it is time for a recovery that the last thing you need is a broken winch line, so we made our Rock Recovery™ Winch Line  from 100% pure Dyneema Fiber (SK-75), which is the strongest and most UV resistant material in the world for synthetic winch lines. Our Rock Recovery™ Winch Lines come with a stainless steel thimble and are all pre-stretched, 12-strand braids. They also come with the first 5 feet covered with a black nylon sleeve to protect the line from rocks and trees.

    Synthetic winch line is about 45% stronger than conventional steel cable and weighs only a fraction of what steel cable weighs. In fact, synthetic winch line is so light it floats on water. When steel cable winch line fails, breaks, or comes off of the attachment point it recoils from stored energy, snaps back, and can be deadly. There is almost no snap back at all with synthetic winch line because it does not store energy like the steel cable, this is why steel cable winch line is no longer permitted at most off road competitions or races. Synthetic winch line is very flexible, but does not curl or kink and will never cut your fingers.

    http://www.trail-gear.com/recovery#line

  • New Raceline 982 Raptor Wheel Perfect for Trucks, SUV’s and Jeeps

    GARDEN GROVE, CA    AUGUST 25, 2010: The new Raceline 982 Raptor wheel is the best on the market for sport, heavy duty and 4 wheel drive trucks along with SUV’s and Jeeps.  The 982 Raptor wheel completes the look of your daily driver in either a machined and clear coated finish, or in a mirrored chrome plated finish with trendy black highlights creating a spoke look.  The wheel is also available in all black under the product name 981 Raptor Black.

    This brand new wheel comes in four sizes: 16×8, 17×9, 20×8.5 and 20×10.  They are available for 5, 6 and 8 lug trucks/SUV’s with various bolt patterns, back space and center bores. Raceline Raptor wheels have proven to be one of the best wheels on the market for Ford, Chevy, Dodge, Jeep, Toyota and Nissan Trucks, SUV’s and Jeeps.

    www.racelinewheels.com

  • Tacoma Rear Frame Reinforcement plates

    1995-2004 Tacomas have c-channel frames that are notorious for bending and cracking. The c-channel frame also contributes to axle wrap and wheel hoop at the rear axle. Toyota’s answer to this issue was to box in and reinforce the frame on the newer 05-09 Tacoma’s and FJ Cruisers. Our solution is our Taco Rear Frame Reinforcement Plates.

    This kit will help you avoid costly frame repairs and give your frame more strength, fixing many of the issues a c-channel frame causes while offroading. The kit comes complete with frame plates for both the left and right side. The kit is shipped unpainted and some modifications will be necessary when using this kit with a double cab.

    Fits 95-04 Standard or Extra Cab.

    http://www.trail-gear.com/tacoma#plates

  • Celebrities Speak Out on Behalf of FAST-Aid, Companies Donate Large Sums, Fundraisers Being Planned for California 200 Accident

    FAST-Aid Relief Fund for MDR California 200 Accident

    LINK: http://www.fast-aid.org/california-200.html

    MESA, AZ – AUGUST 24, 2010: Jesse James as seen on Access Hollywood, BJ Baldwin, Andy McMillin, Roger Norman, Chaplain Steve Hanson and a dozen other celebrities, racers and off road industry leaders have spoken in public support for FAST-Aid.org continuing the effort of generous response for the families of the casualties and the injured at the MDR California 200 off road race accident that happened August 14th.  “So many people have contributed in so many ways.  I am appreciative of Jesse James being willing to make positive use of the spotlight that has been cast on him.  He single-handedly was able to put our cause on national television and show America what an incredible group of people the off-road family can be,” said Jared Tetzlaff, President of FAST-Aid. (All Public Service Announcement speakers are listed below with the link to the appropriate Video) (more…)

  • Equipt Expedition Outfitters launches new website

    Equipt Expedition Outfitters, an industry leading provider of world class vehicle-based expedition equipment, has launched their brand new website.  The emphasis of the new website is to provide the consumer with all the inspiration, product detail and imagery they desire, and to provide Equipts expanding list of dealers an online interface for product information.  Loaded with over two hundred pages and hundreds of images, the website offers a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.  The Ambassadors program showcases individuals who reflect the company image and use Equipts products in their endeavors.  The Dealer listing highlights their commitment to expanding these lines nationally.  The Product sections offer more photography, descriptions, features and specifications than ever before.

    Visit www.Equipt1.com for details and dealer information

    About Equipt

    Equipt Expedition Outfitters has more than twenty years of exploration experience in the western United States and beyond, we understand the importance of quality expedition gear.   That is what we offer.  We are the proud US distributor of the world’s best vehicle expedition equipment.  We represent Eezi-Awn Roof Tents, Front Runner Rack Systems, National Luna Fridge/Freezers and Battery Systems, and Escape Gear Seat Covers.  All of our equipment is manufactured in South Africa, and is designed to meet the harshest environments on the Africa continent.

  • Exit 28 Motorsports Park Hosts Ultra4 Stampede Race

    $10,000 Purse and 10 Qualifying Spots to 2011 King of the Hammers to be Awarded

    RENO, NV   AUGUST 22, 2010 ~ Exit 28 Motorsports Park is excited to host the Stampede race produced by Hammerking Productions and sponsored by ORI of Reno and the Grand Sierra Resort.  The Stampede race is modeled around the extremely popular King of the Hammers race.

    The race will be three 22-mile laps attacking the brutal terrain of the Reno, NV environment in rock racer Ultra4 cars. “This race has the most in common with the hardest off-road race on the planet. King of the Hammers has been unlike any other race, until now,” said Jeff Knoll of Hammerking Productions. (more…)