Guys that drive a long ways to hunt, what are your less common(but important) pieces of gear/tools you're sure to keep in the truck?

[noKnees]

windex and a roll of shop wipes, can't stand driving with dirty windows.

 

[HairyScandinavian]

Those silky's are badass for what they are. Notta chance will it replace the chainsaw that stays in the truck.

Me in Wyoming this October. I actually had my Stihl in the truck, but it was more of a hassle to bust it out than to use the KB. These saws punch way above their weight class.

 

[HairyScandinavian]

Amazon.com

You don’t want to use them with a winch, but for vehicle to vehicle recoveries these things are a game changer. Significantly increases your vehicles pulling ability, and is way gentler on your vehicle due to no sudden shock. They can be dangerous, and need to be used responsibly. But I’ve been seriously impressed with the couple that I have bought and used for winter recovery.

Just be careful with those bungee ropes, they work incredibly well but don't hook them to a drop hitch or something that can fling back at the other vehicle.

 

[Steve300xcw]

Me in Wyoming this October. I actually had my Stihl in the truck, but it was more of a hassle to bust it out than to use the KB. These saws punch way above their weight class.

I keep one in my pack with the dirtbike. It does very good!

Last weekend I cut one outta the way that used all of a 28" bar. I slabbed off rounds that were easy enough to roll outta the way. I am not using a handsaw for that kinda stuff

 

[Coopsdaddy]

3-4 flares

 

[Steve300xcw]

I always wonder about the tow strap guys. Do you travel with other folks or are you just hoping somebody will drive by?

 

[realunlucky]

I always wonder about the tow strap guys. Do you travel with other folks or are you just hoping somebody will drive by?

I've pulled plenty of people out that just needed me to hook up to the other end of the strap

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[Jake Larsen]

These things are expensive, but they work extremely well. With a few recovery straps, these will get you out of just about anywhere. Like a come-along winch on steroids. Solves the “waiting for someone to come along and pull me out” problem.

Wyeth-Scott 335ASLT More Power Puller, 3 Ton Capacity

This heavy-duty industrial-grade portable hand winch is NOT the type of light-weight puller you will find at most home centers or discount stores. The More Power Puller has been designed and proven to perform in a variety of demanding environments without bending, breaking or collapsing.

americanforestry.com

 

[3gunyotehtr]

These things are expensive, but they work extremely well. With a few recovery straps, these will get you out of just about anywhere. Like a come-along winch on steroids. Solves the “waiting for someone to come along and pull me out” problem.

Wyeth-Scott 335ASLT More Power Puller, 3 Ton Capacity

This heavy-duty industrial-grade portable hand winch is NOT the type of light-weight puller you will find at most home centers or discount stores. The More Power Puller has been designed and proven to perform in a variety of demanding environments without bending, breaking or collapsing.

americanforestry.com

I have one of those. Awesome piece of kit. They are very handy around the farm too.

 

[Steve300xcw]

And $100 more than a badlands winch

 

[displacedtexan]

And $100 more than a badlands winch

I like just pushing the button.

 

[Steve300xcw]

I like just pushing the button.

I was a lot smarter before the winch got bolted on though lol

 

[displacedtexan]

I was a lot smarter before the winch got bolted on though lol

It definitely makes me think less! Lol

 

[bowkill]

Just be careful with those bungee ropes, they work incredibly well but don't hook them to a drop hitch or something that can fling back at the other vehicle.

We had a kid in high school that was killed using one of those bungee tow ropes. The hook came off and went right through the back window of the pulling vehicle and hit him in the skull. Game over!

 

[omicron1792]

Me in Wyoming this October. I actually had my Stihl in the truck, but it was more of a hassle to bust it out than to use the KB. These saws punch way above their weight class.


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I travel with battery powered small chain saw. Man I end up using it a lot.