alvarorb said:BigBlue,
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PD: Eric, if you had a winch on your cruiser, where would you take it that you don't take it now?
that is a very good question / point, Alvaro. Indeed, given that where I go there are usually few trees and no mud, it's less obvious that an electric winch is essential or that convenient. In truth, it may not make a huge difference as to where I would go, but it may increase the chances I would not have to walk back and so therefore reduce the potential risk of trouble. That's something given that I often go by myself out in the boonies (yes, I know...). Last time I was in Joshua Tree, I had to deal with quite a bit of sand, though, and bogged down in one weird spot. No biggie but it could have been worse.