Wire cable versus synthetic winch rope? It's a question for the ages—but not really. The answer is pretty simple and boils down to what you want from your winch. Are you a recreational user or someone ...

If you use synthetic rope on your winch, there are some things you should do to ensure the safety, functionality, and lifespan the winch rope. The number one killer of synthetic rope is abrasion, ...

Ben replaces the worn steel cable on his rollback tow truck with new synthetic winch line. He demonstrates the process using ...

This article could actually be titled “Things You Probably Don’t Know About Winches.” Each of the items listed is an important safety or operational point for any agency to consider when performing ...

One of the many modifications hardcore off-roaders make to their vehicles is a bumper-mounted winch. It's a spool of rope or metal wire with a motor that, when tied to something solid like a tree or ...

Extreme off-roading is virtually impossible without having a winch attached to the car. And when it comes to winches, the choice of operating concept is not all that great, as, for all intents and ...