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The best $100 I ever spent
Do you have those little voices in the back of your head that say “You really need to buy that”? I do, in fact, they are more than likely the bigger voice in my head … anyway, this isn’t a…
What is a snatch strap and how does it work?
The snatch strap is a staple item in our recovery kits, but do you really know what it is, how it works and how to use it? If ever one invention simplified the process of vehicle recovery, it was the…
Winching for beginners
For the vast majority of us, a winch is one of those ‘must have’ items, one of the first bits of kit on the list along with a bullbar and decent tyres. Unlike tyres, which are used every time we…
Our top 5 portable power tools you should never leave home without
It’s a good idea to carry some tools with you when you head bush, and most of us carry some sort of basic tool kit and spares. But often little thought goes into some of the tools needed to carry…
How to use a hand winch
For those of us old enough to remember, four-wheel drive recoveries once used to be a lot of hard yakka. Sweat pouring – every second word out of your mouth a curse word type of hard yakka – and yep,…
How to safely recover your four-wheel drive
Accidents are sometimes unavoidable in day-to-day life. When it comes to safe four-wheel drive recoveries, accidents should be absolutely avoidable if you do things the right way. What we do want to achieve with this article is to highlight five…
12v winch maintenance – Five ways to keep your low-mount winch winding
When it comes to off-road recoveries, especially solo ones, an electric winch has to be the most effective piece of gear you could own. Sure, they’re not as versatile as hand winches, they take a little longer to set up…
Upfitter Celebrates Warn Industries’ 75th Anniversary with Winch Giveaway
In celebration of Warn Industries’ 75th anniversary, Ateco Equipment, Australian distributor for Warn Industries in Australia since 1970, is running a Warn Winch giveaway through its eCommerce business Upfitter. What’s the story? Warn Industries, a leading manufacturer of off-road and…
Bushranger has just released new Covert series winch – and it looks awesome!
You have to hand it to companies like Bushranger. When they release a new product, they are genuinely innovative. Not just a generic item with a new sticker, or edgy new name. Nope, I’m talking about a unique product, with…
Clearview Tyre Spider review – when 4×4 tyre pressures mean serious business
If you are anything like me, you love getting your hands on a new gadget. This is especially true if said gadget is designed to take the pressure (pun definitely intended) out of a task you normally just don’t look…
What makes the Hayman Reese X-Bar stand out from the pack?
Not all towbars are created equally. Sure, all good quality brands will offer tow ratings matched to your vehicle, and handle the task of towing. But what if you want more? What we like about the X-Bar from Hayman Reese,…
Should you use your towbar for off-road recoveries?
Recovery points fitted to the front and rear of your four-wheel drive is the only way to travel. Without a reliable and rated recovery system, you could find yourself bogged without a way to be recovered safely. Now, that’s not…
How to prepare for and recover on a solo trip
So, you’re a solo, lone wolf? I get it. Sometimes there’s nothing better than setting off on an adventure with vehicle occupants: me, myself and I. Personally, I’m feeling on top of the world… until I find myself bogged. With…
7 winch accessories that will change your life
A 12V winch should be the first accessory anyone new to 4WDing should buy and I’ll fight anyone who disagrees. The very nature of owning a 4X4 means you’ll be heading far beyond the help of your local road service.…
2022 winch buyer’s guide
Don't get caught with your pants down in the bush. Our winch buyers guide has everything you need to get out of strife in 2022.
