I wouldn't put lockers in the TC nanny state but I know what you are saying in slop and deep mud and water you need momentum but in a teaching state you better have lots of room to practice with your momentum. Thats why I like to drift and doughnut(in snow mostly) each new car/truck in an open parking lot so I know how it handles if control is lost or limits are pushed.
x2 If everyone would learn how to control they're car in a skid we would have allot less accidents.
As far as wheeling goes I find myself using more skinny pedal in the LC then I did with either of my toy pickups. it just seems to suck up the terrain that much better. Heck I barely even bother picking a line any more.