I was out with Bill Burke over the Holidays and he entioned them very, very favorably. I got an email from him a few days ago in which he mentions them:
"Recently I was sent a set of MAXTRAX to try out. Check the site <http://www.maxtrax.com.au>
www.maxtrax.com.au for a better look! You all know I have been using carpet strips because I couldn’t stand having to carry along those heavy metal “sand ladders” or any other type bridging materials. I have used all sorts of devices to help me get unstuck from deep sand, mud and snow. The MAXTRAX really are lightweight, strong and very easy to use. They are designed to be able help dig the offending soil away from the tires by holding the handles and using the MAXTRAX as a large scoop.
Once the soil is moved away from the tires, the MAXTRAX is jammed just under the tires (I use 4 but 2 will work). The MAXTRAX have an aggressive surface and the ends are “ramped” to facilitate the tire to grip which allows the vehicle to pull it self onto the MAXTRAX. When the tires start climbing up onto the MAXTRAX it also helps raise the frame up and get out of the high center situation as well as getting out of the ruts that were dug by the tires.
These real easy-to-use and carry devices are now a permanent part of my vehicle equipment. Brad from MAXTRAX is working with a few special companies to carry the MAXTRAX in the USA. Look for them soon, but in the meantime you can contact Brad McCarthy at MAXTRAX to find out where and when you can get them. It’s been a while since I’ve gotten excited about new equipment, but these things have already proven themselves for me with my training sessions in the snow and sand. If you are using those old school slippery sand ladders you should seriously consider looking into getting a set of MAXTRAX.
You all will probably be reading about them soon enough in some magazine or other. I thought I would pass it on to you with first-hand knowledge."
I plan on getting a pair or two when they become available stateside.
