Does Sandy Cats test its products?

Yes. Every rope and shackle in the Kinetic-X line is CERTEX-tested in California, and we keep pulling on our own gear in the field. Watch those pulls on Instagram at @SandyCatsGear.

What is a Hitch Hero soft shackle?

A soft shackle built to run straight through a 2" hitch receiver. The sheath protects the fibers from metal edges as thin as 3/16", so you skip the bulky receiver hardware. It also works as a standard soft shackle on any rated recovery point.

What is the difference between a kinetic recovery rope and a tow strap?

A tow strap has no stretch. It gives a static pull, which is right for a slow, controlled tow. A kinetic recovery rope stretches under load, stores that energy and releases it smoothly to free a stuck vehicle without the shock loading a strap puts on both trucks.

Do you offer international shipping?

Yes. We ship from Upland, California to the United States, Canada, Australia, and most of Europe, the UK and beyond. Shipping is calculated at checkout, and international buyers pay any import duties or taxes on delivery.

How can I track my order?

Orders ship by UPS or USPS within 1 to 2 business days and you get a tracking number by email when the label prints. If tracking stalls, email sales@sandycats.com.

What payment methods do you accept?

All major credit cards, PayPal, Shop Pay, Apple Pay and Google Pay. No cash on delivery, no checks.

Heavy Duty Hero Soft Shackles

Sandy Cats Heavy Duty Hero soft shackle with olive knot and black sleeve, sized for industrial rigs

Heavy Duty Hero soft shackle rigged to the drawbar of a farm tractor

Heavy Duty Hero soft shackle in the front receiver of a semi truck

Heavy Duty Hero soft shackle rigged to the rear of a 4x4 in the desert with a kinetic rope

Heavy Duty Hero soft shackle looped through a skid steer attachment point

Heavy Duty Hero soft shackle on a skid steer recovery point in the grass

Heavy Duty Hero soft shackle rigged to the frame of a piece of construction equipment

Heavy Duty Hero Soft Shackles

$69.00

Ships from Upland, CA in 1–2 business days.

Size	MBS	WLL
1/2	58,000 lbs.	14,500 lbs.
5/8	98,000 lbs.	24,500 lbs.
7/8	185,000 lbs.	46,250 lbs.

The do it all shackle

Synthetic Innovation

After a ton of product testing (see our YouTube videos) we built the ultimate soft shackle. The shackle is lined with ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene made to withstand aggressive pulls against sharp metal corners. This versatile shackle can be used in many versatile ways.

Heavy Duty Hero soft shackle rigged for a recovery

Heavy Duty Hero soft shackle in use on a recovery

Built for Safety

Every Kinetic-X rope and shackle is pull-tested to failure by an independent lab in California before we publish a rating. Beyond documented testing, the Sandy Cats team continuously pushes the limits of our gear, finding innovative ways to create safer and more effective recovery equipment. Rest assured, this gear is battle-tested.

Heavy Duty Hero soft shackle rigged to the frame of construction equipment

Rethink Recovery. Redefine Strength.

The Kinetic-X Recovery Gear line is designed, built, and tested to be the most reliable, durable, and affordable recovery gear on the market.

It's built to get you back home.

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Word on the trail

Jerry C.

"Everything is made with quality... Excellent company and excellent follow up. I would not hesitate to order more items as needed."

Jason G.

"Excellent! Looks high quality and customer service has been friendly and answered any recovery questions I could come up with. Everything looks high quality. No more Amazon knock off recovery gear for me."

Matthew D.

"High quality rope, reflective at night. Dipped ends to make the rope last. Rope shackles are truly game changing- no more clanking, heavy, rusty gear to haul along. Super fast and secure attachment"

Reed M.

"Sandy Cats/Kinetic-X had the best quality-to-price ratio I found. I don't do much off-roading, but I live in the mountains and drive in the snow for a few months of the year. I have a new 4Runner, and I wanted a recovery kit to keep in my vehicle to help others or myself if needed."

McCabe

"Great value on amazing products. I’m glad I waited until I came across yours!"

Tanner H.

"A fantastic kit for anyone looking to have all your kinetic recovery equipment in one place. The rope offers amazing pull, while being tough enough to stand up to the elements. The Hitch Hero is an amazing piece of equipment that I think should replace common d-rings in most cases, as it is extremely quick and easy to setup."

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a Question? We’ve Got the Answer!

Lifetime Warranty

We stand behind our Kinetic-X Recovery Gear with a lifetime warranty.

For Us by Us

We are a group of wheelers and off-roaders that want to improve the offroad industry.

Customer Support

Our support team is available to assist you with any questions or concerns you have