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Spend enough time traveling off pavement and recovery stops being a “what if” and turns into a “when.” Whether it’s sand, mud, snow, or a bad line choice, getting stuck is part of the deal. The recovery gear you carry—and how you use it—matters more than most people think. Soft shackles have become a staple in many recovery kits, and for good reason. But like most things in the recovery world, they’re often misunderstood or oversimplified. Used correctly, they’re incredibly effective. Used incorrectly, they can still get you into trouble.