Recovery Rings VS Snatch Blocks

[Dean9111ZL]

This guy is way too serious but his information is precise and through. The video will give you an idea of what to look for when researching rings.

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[roaniecowpony]

Any recommendations for a good quality ring?

They're all pretty much the same in terms of actual performance. Kinda like which bowling ball works best.

 

[Dean9111ZL]

I used this not frequently but several times. It is designed specifically for synthetic line and soft shackles which is perfect for me because that is the only line I use. It is lightweight (about 2 pounds), seemingly durable, and easier to use than a ring.

OK... now we're talking. My biggest concern with a ring was the friction between the soft shackle and the rotation of the ring, or in the case of an offset ring, the friction between the winch line and the ring. Thanks so much for posting this!!!

 

[Odyssey USA]

Factor 55 is incredibly proud of that. At $160, that is as much as a full-fledged snatch block that is designed specifically for a synthetic rope.

I bought it in ‘20 so I’m sure it’s jumped up. I wanna say it was more like 120-$130 then and they were the only one with the retention nubs to keep the rope in in the event there was unexpected slack.

And it’s light & doesn’t take up much room. I think I MIGHT be able to squeeze a pair of gloves in my heavy recovery bag lol.

 

[roaniecowpony]

OK... now we're talking. My biggest concern with a ring was the friction between the soft shackle and the rotation of the ring, or in the case of an offset ring, the friction between the winch line and the ring. Thanks so much for posting this!!!

It's not a factor.

 

[Terrymo]

It's not a factor.

Agreed. Which was one of the main points of the video posted. His number one bullet point in the conclusion while accurate could be misleading if not taken in context. In a recreational setting (that’s us) the loss of efficiency of 5% vs 10% is not at all significant.

 

[Jtphoto]

It's not a factor.

That would depend on how much weight you are pulling and how long the pull is. The ring can generate heat with extended use.
However , having anything is better than nothing. I carry 2 pulleys and 1 ring always… A reverse pull requires 3 snatchblocks.

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