Bailey’s Tailgate Talk: Where Will You Put Synthetics to Work Next?
How Many Lifts Do Your Back and Knees Have Left in ’Em?
Every tower knows the feeling — crawling under a truck with a half‑inch steel safety chain isn’t easy on the body. The weight, the twists, the scratches — it all adds up. Over time, those heavy steel chains take a toll on your back and knees. But what if you could save just one more lift today — simply by swapping out heavy steel rigging for something lighter?
The Wear and Tear of Steel
Steel chains have long been the industry standard, but that doesn’t mean they’re easy on you. Dragging, pulling, and positioning them around a truck — especially in tight spaces — takes its toll. Chains scratch paint, twist into a tangled mess, and by the end of the day, your body feels it.
The Shift to Synthetics
That’s where synthetics come in. They’re not just for winch lines, extensions, or slings anymore. More and more towers are using synthetic rigging in everyday setups — including safety chains. Synthetics are easier to handle, lighter to move, and gentler on both your equipment and your body. No scratches. No twisted mess. Just attach and go.
Built for Everyday Use
We keep our synthetic safety chains stored full‑time in the back of the truck, strapped together and ready to roll. That keeps them neat, clean, and rust‑free — ready for whatever the day throws at you. Over the years, we’ve built a variety of synthetic alternatives for heavy wrecker customers — sometimes to protect a tailboard, sometimes to make life easier when you’re working under a truck. Whatever the reason, the result is the same: less wear on you and your gear.
Smarter, Not Softer
Now, we’re not here to play law enforcer. FMCSA rules leave room for interpretation — but here’s the thing: synthetics are already trusted in commercial towing and recovery, and they prove themselves every single day. Every time you replace steel with synthetic, that’s one less strain on your body. By the end of a long shift, those small differences add up. Synthetics aren’t just convenient — they’re smart.
Ready to Lighten the Load?
If you’re ready to give your back and knees a break, it might be time to rethink what’s hanging off your rig. Check out our full lineup of synthetic rigging options — and start saving those lifts today.
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