What are your top 3 tools to bring for a recovery situation?

[2.ooohhh]

1. A stout shovel, long handled, steel from beginning to end, welded reinforcement.

Fiskars Long Handle Digging Shovel.../B000B6Q6BA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_Za4biSzwMtAQT

2. Tire kit (Contents below)

Staun Tire Deflators SCV5 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QBPBLWY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

Joes Racing 32307 (0-60) PSI Tire... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00404WDUC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

VIAIR 85P Portable Air Compressor .../B0036E9VB6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_MrwW9wXanDdPP

1/4"lock on air chuck,mini air com.../B072PZGGPY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_zb1kz1pkL5mdy


Viair (00016) 6' Portable Compress.../B00ELJD0BW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_o4GYyfUUjLj9h

Slime 20133 Tire Repair Tackle Kit...B003V9VZBK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_t4C4DbRARM6JB

3. Traction Boards

Maxtrax MKII Vehicle Recovery and ...B00HYCVSW6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Q8C4Db31F974R

If I can’t get out with the diffs locked, the offending dirt/rocks moved, the tires aired down, and traction boards to cover deep ruts/gaps I never should have gotten in there in the first place.




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[LocoCoyote]

What do you use the rope and chain for?

They can be used for many things. For example:

Wrap around a tire to temporarily gain more traction (like a poor man’s tire chain)

Use as a makeshift winch by attaching to a wheel and anchor. The rope/chain is attached in such a way that it wraps around the wheel when the wheel turns..




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[kpredator]

The good sense to not get in trouble in the
First place!
Shovel
Jack
Boards
Recovery strap

Go with another vehicle
When possible!!

 

[Mighty Dodge Ram]

1. Shovel
2. Traction boards
3. Bottle jack
Always carry the above items but if you're traveling with another vehicle(s) a snatch strap can eliminate having to use those tools.

 

[GB_Willys_2014]

1. Shovel

2. High-lift jack

3. MaxTraxx

 

[billiebob]

The A Game
Lockers
Winch etc
Chainsaw, Shovel

The B Game
VISA
Cell Phone
Snacks, Water, Hikers

 

[OverlandTrade]

Check out my poll on the same topic:

What is the top tool for a recovery situation? [Poll]

Nothing beats a trip out on the trails, but we all know you run the risk of getting into some tricky situations and getting stuck out there. What is the number one item you MAKE SURE YOU HAVE, for a recovery situation? I know there that are more than one items that you want to with you to get...

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[vintageracer]

Beer
Chips
Help

 

[rnArmy]

When you say "recovery" I'm thinking stuck/lack of forward progression not due to flat tire or mechanical failure. If by yourself (and you said "three tools"):

1. Shovel
2. Winch (and the accessories that go with it)
3. Traction boards (Maxtrax, X-bulls, etc.)

I'm assuming your vehicle has a jack; make sure it'll lift your tire off the ground (esp. if you've installed taller tires).

Would add to the list (especially if with others)

4. Tow strap (and shackles)

 

[plh]

I'll play, with others:
1. Strap
2. Clevis
3. Shovel

I've done many recoveries of others from mud and snow. Never has a jack crossed my mind to use. Shovel, traction boards and a winch if you are alone.

 

[Nonimouse]

Carter's shovel
MaxTrax
Winch

 

[MOguy]

For me, a winch with accessories, a hi-lift, a shovel and most important a buddy and a strap. I haven't use a shovel for recovery but I have dug many holes. A shovel will work but do yourself a favor get a good one and as big of a one you can fit and E Tools suck.

 

[alia176]

My common sense
Tequilla
A hot blonde

Recovering a rig takes time so have a shot of Tequilla, talk it over with the lady (in whatever position you desire), come up with an extraction plan, then execute. Could be just as easy as asking the said blonde to flag down an UTV drive by flashing him.....

 

[transalper]

My 350 pound brother. He counts as three.

 

[Dirt Rider]

Depends on what the rest in your party are bringing, always make sure you carry what someone else forgot or does not want to bring. Check list before leaving.