Misc. Soft Shackles & Aluminum Recovery Rings
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Assembling a "Recovery Kit" now that I've installed the winch on the CJ.
Last time, I had a small nylon bag containing a tree strap, a steel snatch block, a pair of leather gloves and a couple of steel D-rings.
I see these synthetic "soft shackles" and machined aluminum "recovery rings" are popular now.
I do see the advantages of the synthetic soft shackles: Can loop/attach to just about anything. Light weight for carrying and less energy if it becomes a projectile. Soft, so won't scratch painted surfaces.
However, I'm looking for some first-hand experience and reviews. Any information/advise/warnings/recommendations?
The recovery rings look interesting as well. Again, similar weight advantages, plus it's simple/no moving parts. With synthetic rope on my winch, I see a possible issue with a conventional steel snatch block in that the rope could get misaligned in the assembly and get frayed/torn.
Any reviews on these as well?
Thank you.
Last time, I had a small nylon bag containing a tree strap, a steel snatch block, a pair of leather gloves and a couple of steel D-rings.
I see these synthetic "soft shackles" and machined aluminum "recovery rings" are popular now.


I do see the advantages of the synthetic soft shackles: Can loop/attach to just about anything. Light weight for carrying and less energy if it becomes a projectile. Soft, so won't scratch painted surfaces.
However, I'm looking for some first-hand experience and reviews. Any information/advise/warnings/recommendations?
The recovery rings look interesting as well. Again, similar weight advantages, plus it's simple/no moving parts. With synthetic rope on my winch, I see a possible issue with a conventional steel snatch block in that the rope could get misaligned in the assembly and get frayed/torn.
Any reviews on these as well?
Thank you.