Which snatch strap?

[ss_0001]

Hi all,

I'll be back in Adelaide tomorrow arvo for 24hrs and was wanting to get a snatch strap and a couple of shackles.

Just looking for something to pull my D2 out of sand.

Any recommendations as to which one, and or where best to get one?

Could also try Ebay I guess, with overnight shipping..

Thanks.

[Slunnie]

I'd be inclined to stick with brand name straps like ARB, OL, TJM or Just Straps brand.

[ss_0001]

Ok thanks. How about Outback Armour stuff - any good?

[Slunnie]

Ok thanks. How about Outback Armour stuff - any good?

I'm not familiar with their products. Sorry.

[Tank]

Before you get shackles and a snatch strap make sure you have somewhere SAFE to connect to on your vehicle, Regards frank.

[ss_0001]

That's a good point - I didn't realise the existings points on the front are so weak.

Since I really only go offroad in the dunes - How about a set of maxtrax instead?

Would they substitute for a snatch strap?

[jc109]

I'm no expert, but I'd say that nine times out of ten the answer would be yes. They might be slower in many situations but they're safer too. You can't go wrong with them. They've saved my hide a few times now. I'll always use them over a snatch if I can.

[ss_0001]

Ok thanks, great. I picked up a set this morning, while they're on special at Rays.

[HarryO]

Maxtrax are great - combined with low tyre pressure will get you out of most dune situations. Snatch straps are a must but only work when there is another vehicle (obviously) - so Maxtrax make you more self sufficient. I travel with both... Also get two or more straps - for those long distance recoveries

[Red90]

.. Also get two or more straps - for those long distance recoveries

And know how to safely join two straps....