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Adventure Rider Radio – Motorcycle Podcast

Adventure Rider Radio – Motorcycle Podcast

How to Get a Stuck Adventure Bike Out: Tow Straps, Z-Drag Systems and the Rear-Wheel Rope Trick

May 8, 2026 · 1h 29m

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What do you do when your adventure bike is buried in sand, lying sideways on a slope, or wedged deep in a rut miles from help? In this episode, Jim talks with Clinton Smout, Adam Owens, and Chris Birch about the mindset, techniques, and recovery tools riders use when things go wrong off-road. From smart trail-side decisions and energy-saving recovery methods to simple techniques that can turn a bad situation around, this episode is packed with practical knowledge every adventure rider should hear before they need it. 🔗 Show Notes & Links: Find photos, links, and resources related to this episode on our website at Adventure Rider Radio . 🎧 Subscribe & Never Miss an Episode: We release new…