Off-roading is tons of fun. But you know what sucks? Getting stuck out in the trail. Sticky situations are all part of the off-roading lifestyle, regardless of whether you're piloting a rugged overlander, athletic UTV, or go-anywhere ATV. That being said, if you're gonna get stuck, might as well get unstuck in the easiest, most hassle-free way, right?
I recently went on an off-road trip with some really experienced adventurers, and though I was more of a spectator, I certainly learned a lot about what it takes to be prepared for an off-the-grid adventure. Lots of us got stuck, including the Suzuki Jimny I was riding shotgun in. But my friends' rigs were all decked out in the latest and greatest recovery gear, and just one look at their setups made it clear that they spent tens of thousands of dollars to make their rigs the most capable out there.
