Description

Kinetic Recovery Rope

The ultimate Kinetic recovery rope is double-braided with rubber tube to replace wrapped yarn that is used to fasten the eye splice, which has no influence on its breaking load when compared to traditional designs. Also, the double braided rope is made of polyamide which offers unrivaled elongation characteristics and its cover that provides great protection from abrasion, UV and other external damage.

Designed for vehicle recovery by the transfer of kinetic energy which then transferred into the rope and which subsequently transfers to the stuck vehicle.

What is a kinetic rope?

Kinetic rope is changing the 4×4 recovery industry. Also known as a snatch rope, kinetic recovery ropes are designed to stretch, transferring the build-up of kinetic energy from the recovering vehicle to the vehicle that is stuck to perform a safer recovery. Their elasticity means they will stretch 50 per cent more than a traditional snatch strap.

Why use a kinetic rope?

The reason you would use a kinetic rope is primarily determined by the surfaces that both vehicles are on. If both vehicles are in soft sand and you try to recover using a static strap or chain, the recovering vehicle will simply dig itself into a hole, likewise on a slippery muddy track. Ultimately, without proper traction in any situation, the recovery vehicle will simply bog down.

In most cases, a kinetic rope will allow the recovering vehicle to gain a small amount of momentum, reducing the possibility of bogging down.

It is important to note, that while incredibly useful, kinetic ropes and snatch straps are one of the most dangerous forms of recovery and should be done with caution every time.

How does a kinetic rope work?

Kinetic energy ropes work by transferring energy from the vehicle with momentum to the vehicle that is bogged down. The rope absorbs the kinetic energy from the first vehicle, stores it momentarily as potential energy and then applies the force from the rope into the stuck vehicle. This process results in an extremely effective and efficient recovery.

The stretch that the rope experiences also allows the recovery to take place in a safer manner as it creates a smoother application of force in comparison to a traditional snatch strap.

How to Choose the Correct Size Kinetic Recovery Rope:

To choose the correct size Kinetic Recovery Rope it is dependent on the recovery vehicles weight. Kinetic Recovery Ropes, sometimes called snatch straps, snatch ropes, recovery ropes are the perfect recovery tool to use when pulling a vehicle out of deep mud, sand, snow or silt. Kinetic Energy Recovery Ropes have the ability to elongate under load by 30% to 35%, much like a rubber band, which allows it to use its own kinetic energy to help dislodge a stuck vehicle. Kinetic Recovery Ropes are safer than chains, cables and standard tow straps and are also stronger. There are a variety of diameters and lengths depending on the weight of the vehicle that is being recovered. Kinetic Recovery Ropes from RED Winches are made from Nylon. Each kinetic recovery rope comes with heavy duty eye loops at each end allowing multiple ways to make connections no matter what type of vehicle you are trying to recover.

Choosing the correct size Kinetic Recovery Rope makes a big impact on your recovery. The strength of kinetic ropes are determined by the diameter of the rope. There are many different diameters to choose from. When choosing the size of your Kinetic Recovery Rope, the breaking strength should be approximately 3 times the weight of the vehicle you are pulling. For example if the vehicle you are recovering weighs 2,700kg, you would multiply that by 3.0 (2,700kg x 3.0 = 8,100kg) which means you would need a rope with a minimum breaking point of 8100kg which would be our 19mm Kinetic Recovery Rope that is rated at 8,600kg. Since most of the time you are choosing recovery gear to help recovery your own vehicle it is best to choose a diameter or strength that corresponds with the weight of your own vehicle.

 Why choose a kinetic rope over a snatch strap?

What makes kinetic recovery ropes better than traditional snatch straps? Compared to tow rope, chains or even a traditional snatch strap, the benefits of using a kinetic recovery rope are many and varied. Kinetic recovery rope is now considered a safer and better recovery option than snatch straps because it’s strong, has more stretch and gives a smoother recovery with less shock factor.

Benefits of kinetic rope:

Traditional snatch straps often give less than 20 per cent stretch, whereas, when put under load, kinetic rope will stretch to 30 to 35%. Compared to even the best snatch straps on the market, kinetic ropes will give 50 per cent more stretch.

They are excellent at absorbing the shock of a recovery. As the rope stretches under tension, it transfers the energy from the recovering vehicle to the vehicle in need. This added stretch relieves the sudden “shock” felt during a vehicle recovery, reducing the stress on the vehicle and those inside.

Kinetic recovery ropes are more durable and less prone to failure.

The nylon used to make the kinetic ropes, together with the inner core and outer sheath combination, give added strength, protection and a longer lifespan.

Are kinetic ropes worth it?

At RED Winches, we believe kinetic recovery ropes do have a place in your recovery kit and in certain situations can be the best option. They are certainly worth having in your recovery kit. In comparison to a snatch strap, they provide a safer recovery with around 50 per cent more stretch in the rope. On top of that, they don’t degrade as fast and retain their stretch over time when compared to a snatch strap.

These factors mean that while the initial outlay for kinetic rope may be higher than a snatch strap, you will get more uses out of your rope. In fact, many people report up to 100 recoveries out of a kinetic rope versus the recommended 10 for a snatch strap.

CAUTION:

• Avoid all sharp edges.
• Use shackles of an appropriate strength for the rope and consider switching to soft shackles for increased safety.
• Always check the splice before and during attachment to each vehicle
• Test before use. Try light pulls to test attachment before pulling at maximum force
• Keep spectators out of the tow zone
• A Bowline knot is recommended if the rope must be knotted. This will undo most easily after use – A knot can reduce a rope’s strength by as much as half.
• Only attach to suitably rated recovery points