
Flexible sand ladders, called Trac-mats are more effective than traditional rigid types in most situations. Each section of the track is pressed with sharp projections that increases grip and they work in clay mud as well as in sand. Being flexible they tend to mould into the ground. Because of this less digging is required to lay them and they do not kick up and damage the vehicle as sometimes happens with rigid types. They are also compact, easy to stow - in fact, in most respects more versatile than rigid ladders. Use gloves when handling sand ladders to prevent pinched fingers (flexible types) and burns (hot climates). Both perforated steel plate and flexible ladders offer excellent grip either wet or dry and are equally effective in sand and mud.
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