Recovery Line Dampener — PVC winch and tow-line energy absorber with reflective strips Key benefits Reduces risk of injury and vehicle damage by absorbing energy if a winch cable or tow line fails. Improves visibility in low light and at night with integrated reflective strips, helping prevent loss of the dampener and making recovery crews easier to spot. Built for outdoor use: durable PVC construction resists weather exposure and provides reliable performance during self-recovery and towing operations. Convenient accessory storage and added weight option: an open pocket holds hooks, shackles, or short lengths of rope and can be loaded to increase stability on the line when needed. What it does Acts as a sacrificial energy absorber that sits on a winch or recovery line to damp shock and reduce snap-back force if the cable or strap breaks. Enhances safety on recovery scenes by lowering the kinetic energy transferred to vehicles and people. Key attributes Material: durable PVC for weather resistance and long-term use. Safety feature: reflective strips for increased visibility in low-light conditions. Storage: integrated open pocket for quick access to recovery accessories; pocket may also be used to add weight when required. Function: designed for use on winch cables and tow/recovery lines to absorb energy in case of line failure. Practical use scenarios Off-road recovery: place the dampener on the winch cable during vehicle recovery to reduce risk of injury and damage if the cable breaks on rough terrain. Towing operations: use when towing or winching at night to increase line visibility and provide an energy-absorbing backup in case of line failure. Emergency roadside recoveries: keep the dampener with your recovery kit to store small accessories in the open pocket and add stability to the line when pulling a stuck vehicle. Simple handling and care Designed to be placed on the winch or tow line between the vehicle and the recovery point. Rinse and dry after exposure to mud or saltwater to extend service life; inspect for damage before each use. Reliable, purpose-built protection for winch and recovery operations without extra complexity.