Why use a hook when winching??

[Brissieboy]

I recall seeing somewhere (can't recall where) a test of these 're-coil' tether thingies. They provided little or no help when required in anger. They just snapped without slowing the projectile portion significantly.
It seems logical that they would not provide much advantage as they are much weaker than the original protected part which just snapped for some reason, and they would be hit with a huge sudden impact. And the secondary anchor points to which they are attached would probably be somewhat poorer than the main recovery points.
Has anyone actually seem these deployed in a real life situation? Did they work?

[MB]

5 Years Later Posting …..Personally haven’t seen a destruction test BB Mate
I would imagine that quality straps and strategic stitching would be key to structural integrity?
BZ Mate, in regards to Mouses/Mice, simply means in this scenario I believe a locking mechanism on your winch hook, and or any tow hook to stop your say strap connection jumping out. FWIW: Personally don’t trust soft/tin mice to keep my connections on anymore
In regards ‘Shackles’ BZ Mate, the best I can nuffy describe it late here is that ‘chain’ looks like two letter ‘C’s conjoined to make an elongated flat edge oval.
The best way to join chain is to Mimic it with a D shackle.
Bow Shackles I believe were designed for connections requiring wider/round sling/strap type rigging connections.
ET (Evil Twins ) Safety Advice:
I have learnt the hard way with little trailer machines breaking ‘bow shackle’ chain connection points due to incorrect pressure alignment.







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