14 year old boy Killed in QLD on Sunday during a Recover gone very wrong

[MudRunnerTD]

Hey guys, as the title states a young fella was struck in the head on teh weekend after a snatch recovery went wrong.

I read about this on Monday and shared it with a number of friends but thought i would post some details here for you guys to consider when out with your family over Christmas.

This kid did not come home. Damn!!

Have a read of this from Mondays local paper

http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/queensland/teen-killed-after-towing-strap-snaps-20101213-18ub4.html

and this has been posted as the update yesterday...Tragic

http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/queensland/broken-tow-rope-like-slingshot-killing-boy-in-back-seat-20101214-18wa0.html

Please stay smart and follow your brain, make the right decisions and everyone goes home.

The Urban Myth is Busted! This Does happen.

[Baileys]

Hey guys, as the title states a young fella was struck in the head on teh weekend after a snatch recovery went wrong.

I read about this on Monday and shared it with a number of friends but thought i would post some details here for you guys to consider when out with your family over Christmas.

This kid did not come home. Damn!!

Have a read of this from Mondays local paper

http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/queensland/teen-killed-after-towing-strap-snaps-20101213-18ub4.html

and this has been posted as the update yesterday...Tragic

http://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/queensland/broken-tow-rope-like-slingshot-killing-boy-in-back-seat-20101214-18wa0.html

Please stay smart and follow your brain, make the right decisions and everyone goes home.

The Urban Myth is Busted! This Does happen.
Yes I agree with you Mudrunner TD. It's too easy to become complasent in the rush to save your 4B. Take time to think your actions through. Good advise.
A couple of years ago I saw a D shackle shoot throught the back window, cargo barrier and front windscreen and lodge into to tree stump. Scary stuff..............."Baileys"

[Maxhead]

Tragic story,
people under estimate the power and speed of these things when something breaks. These kids haven't been shown or taught the right and safe way of doing things

[zuluwoffle]

Not only that guys. People need to enjoy their life cause you just never know when the lights are going to go out

[beansathome]

y doenst some 1 with a little experiance ( i dont have enough ) with recovery start a thred that people can ad to something good to have a look at if u really have no idea. could be something that saves a life in the future.

[Bigrig]

y doenst some 1 with a little experiance ( i dont have enough ) with recovery start a thred that people can ad to something good to have a look at if u really have no idea. could be something that saves a life in the future.

It's a good idea no doubt ... maybe the clown who used the axe as shown in another thread would think twice before using what most would consider a weapon as a snatch rope link!!

[beansathome]

It's a good idea no doubt ... maybe the clown who used the axe as shown in another thread would think twice before using what most would consider a weapon as a snatch rope link!!

there are to many wankers out there that just dont think, that use snatch straps and tow ropes that need to be replaced and/or not strong enough for the car or job at hand. people just dont think.

[Woof]

y doenst some 1 with a little experiance ( i dont have enough ) with recovery start a thred that people can ad to something good to have a look at if u really have no idea. could be something that saves a life in the future.

AB added this yesterday http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/forumdisplay.php?57-4x4-Safety

[beansathome]

AB added this yesterday http://www.nissanpatrol.com.au/forums/forumdisplay.php?57-4x4-Safety

nice i didnt even notic that section

[AB]

As I read through this thread (cheers MR) I was thinking we need to have members post up some hints, ideas and knowledge in the Safety Thread we just started.

Looks like you guys are already sorted with it so please feel free to start any threads about in the coming weeks.

Subjects like, snatch points, correct methods, gear selections, etc etc etc.

Great idea everyone!

[Finly Owner]

I think it's here we should let it be publicly known that our thoughts are with his family and friends all the same. It is still a tragedy that has taken a loved one. And I'm sure those who he has left behind , hope this is used in teaching others to learn the wright way of recovering.

Tim