Best Off-Road Gifts For The Holidays At 4 Wheel Parts

Recovery Rope and Tow Straps

Whether it’s used to help or be helped on the trail, this is one piece of equipment that every off-roader should have in their rig. You would think that picking a strap would be easy, but with so many options to choose from, it can be a hard decision to make especially if you’re shopping for someone else. To make a tough choice easier, one of our favorites is the Smittybilt Recoil Kinetic Rope. This 1 ½” x 30’ heavy-duty rope features a breaking strength of 60k lbs. and the design helps to reduce shock when towing out vehicles that are stuck in some of the toughest situations. Even better is that the tough flexible nylon rope comes with a nifty storage bag to minimize the mess inside of your vehicle after the dirty work is done. 

While that is one of our favorite options, be sure to browse the full collection of tow ropes and straps at 4WP by clicking on the link below.

2-Way Radios

When out exploring off-road trails, communication is key! It doesn’t matter if you’re spotting a driver through a gnarly rock garden, letting your wheeling buddies know where and when to turn when you’re spaced far apart, or just want to do some trash talking on the trails, a good communication device is an essential piece of equipment. While most avid off-roaders have some form of CB radios, not everyone does, so why not be prepared and have your own set? This set of Midland T71 FRS Radios comes complete with two hand-held two-way radios that have 22 channels, are water resistant, and give you crisp, clear communication with your wheeling buddies up to 38-miles away. They come with everything you need to open the box, get them charged and ready to play, and even come with a 3-year warranty. 

Now if you or the person you’re shopping for has a specific brand or model in mind, be sure to check out the full array of two-way radio options from brands like Daystar, Midland, Rugged and more at 4WP, and remember to use our exclusive code OFFROAD104WP to save an extra 10% on your purchase.

Work Mats

If you know someone that likes to off-road, it’s a good possibility that you’ll catch them working on their rig in the garage or in the driveway pretty often. It doesn’t necessarily mean that something is broken, but we love to tinker or put new products on. Especially the ones we get during the holidays! Since most of us don’t have a lift in our garage, we’re usually on the ground using floor jacks, jack stands, and whatever old blankets we have laying around to provide some kind of cushion to our knees and bottoms. That is where the Rough Country 6-Fold Mechanics Work Mat would be a blessing for most backyard mechanics. This mat opens up to a 22”x57” padded work surface that can be easily cleaned up with soap and water when the dirty work is done. Even better is that it can be stowed away under the seat of a truck or Jeep in the event you need to make some trailside repairs on rough rocky surfaces.

Tire Deflators

Another great tool every off-roader needs in the cab is a good tire deflation device. Whether it’s the type that screws on to the valve stem of the wheel and automatically deflates to a pre-set pressure, or one that requires the user to manually stop it when the desired pressure, it’s pretty much a must-have for any off-roader. The ARB E-Z Deflator Kit was the top choice in our Best Deflator Buyers Guide, and would make a great present or stocking stuffer. The ARB E-Z Deflator features an easy to read gauge with a dial that has one PSI increments, and allows the user to easily and quickly air down the largest tires in a matter of seconds without fear of losing a valve stem core on the side of the trail. Even better is that the gauge has a protective rubber guard to prevent damage in the event of being dropped and the unit comes with a convenient canvas pouch for safe storage.

On Board Air Systems

What goes down must come up when you’re done wheeling on the trail. Sure it’s easy to take the air out of tires, it’s not quite as easy to air them back up. Even more when you’re dealing with large off-road tires where your average auto parts store air compressors will struggle to get even one filled up to proper pressure. Fortunately 4WP has a wide variety of options to choose from. Whether you’re looking for a permanent mounted on-board air compressor, portable air compressor unit, or compressed air tanks that are made for the task of inflating large tires, there is no shortage of options from top brands like ARB, Smittybilt, Viair, Power Tank, and more.

Soft Shackles

Just like having a good tow strap or recovery rope, having a soft shackle or two can be extremely helpful during a recovery. Surely all off-road rigs have adequate recovery points right? Nope, and who’s to say that the person you’re buying this for only pulls out vehicles built for off-roading? This inexpensive little tool provides a quick recovery point without potential damage to vehicles without a good mounting point. The Smittybilt Power Recoil Shackle Rope is a great option. This soft shackle has a breaking strength of 34k lbs. and makes a 6” diameter loop.

Off-Road Shovels

Does someone really need a shovel when they’re off-roading? Absolutely! From digging themselves out of a hole, digging a hole for a fire ring, or digging a hole to… well you know when you have to go in the woods, a shovel is an important tool to have in any off-road vehicle. The Smittybilt RUT-Recovery Utility Tool Trail Shovel is a 23” long military style shovel that is fully collapsible, features an easy grip handle, and carbon steel blade with serrated edges that can be used for digging or cutting. When folded, store it in the supplied durable storage case that both protects the shovel and interior of the rig it’s in.

Lighting Upgrades

Whether it’s for the on the road or off of it, upgrading the lighting of any vehicle can make a great difference while driving at night. Upgrading your night driving experience can be as simple as upgrading your ride with some high-intensity LED pod lights from Morimoto or Baja Designs, or installing an LED light bar from Rigid Industries, Baja Designs, Vision X, and more. Regardless of what kind of lighting upgrades you want to get for your favorite off-road enthusiast, 4WP has you covered. 

Trail Chairs

Not everything you want to buy for an off-roader needs to be an upgrade for their vehicles. Some of the best things to have on an off-trail excursion are things like coolers and furniture. One of our favorites is this Smittybilt Camping Chair. This nifty folding chair features a fold up table with integrated cup holder on one side and a removable insulated cooler on the other to keep your snacks chilled while you relax. The chair’s aluminum construction keeps it lightweight and a padded shoulder strap makes lugging the chair around easy.

4 Wheel Parts Gift Card

If after going through this list you still can’t figure out what to get that special off-roader in your life, you can’t go wrong with a gift card from 4WP! Take the pressure off of yourself and let them make the decision for themselves. This way they can get exactly what they want or need and you still get the credit for giving them the possibility to get what they want. And just like you, they can order the parts online and have them shipped to their home or even pick them up from their local 4WP store. If something they purchase requires installation, 4 Wheel Parts has some of the best technicians in the business to install everything that they sell.

There you have it! A list of the hottest items that you can get from 4 Wheel Parts for the avid off-road enthusiast. Just remember to use our exclusive code OFFROAD104WP to save an extra 10% on your order at checkout!

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