Outdoor 4WD Gear: MAXTRAX Matthew Scott April 30, 2014 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More No matter if you’re trying to get out of dodge when SHTF, or you’re trying to get yourself out of a sticky situation on an off-road trail, getting stuck sucks. But getting stuck is part of life as a 4WD enthusiast, if you’re not out there getting stuck, you’re probably not pushing it hard enough. The important part is that you’re prepared to get yourself unstuck, sometimes that means a winch, sometimes that means a towstrap, but more than likely, that means MAXTRAX. Trusted by four wheelers and elite military units alike, MAXTRAX are a lightweight extraction device that allows your vehicle to drive out of the messy bits of trails within seconds—without having to pull winch cable, or get yanked out by another truck. Made from UV stabilized, flexible engineering-grade reinforced nylon, MAXTRAX take a pounding and keep asking for more. I’ve been using them for a few years now, and I’ve found that 9 times out of 10, they’re the first tool I pull out to get myself going down the road—especially if I’m in the sand and I have nothing to winch from. I know what you’re thinking…these plastic boards are going to get my massive truck unstuck? I’ll admit it, my first thought was that they’d break the second I drove on them, but then I drove on them again, and again, and they kept chugging along without complaint. My friends who settled for the copy-cat knock-off versions of MAXTRAX are on their third or forth set. I keep them locked on the spare tire of my Jeep, with their optional harness mount and I never leave home without them anymore. They’re made proudly in Australia, and sold in the United States through Outback Proven. Check them out at MAXTRAX HQ. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
