Recovery boards

Recovery boards are rigid or flexible devices used to help getting a vehicle unstuck when in mud, snow, sand, rocks or any slippery surface. While they can be used on any type of vehicle, off road and overland vehicles most often use them. They are useful because they provide additional traction, floatation and clearance. They come in two primary categories:

1. Rigid traction boards Typically made of plastic or metal, they are semi-flexible, with knobs on top (plastic or metal) to increase traction for tires.

2. Roll up traction matts. They are typically made of plastic or rubber, they are flexible enough to roll up to about the size of a sleeping bag. They are easier to store and conform better to the trail surface. However, they cannot be used for bridging or leveling.