In this blog we wanted to highlight some of the reviews of MAXTRAX LITE coming in from the 4WD community, as well as giving you our own rundown of the entire MAXTRAX family - the Minis, LITE, Mk2s and XTREMEs. 

MAXTRAX LITE Reviews 

Ronny Dahl: MAXTRAX Range Review

In this video Ronny pushes MAXTRAX LITE to the brink of destruction - Ronny hits the recovery boards while travelling at 80km/hr, bends them to 90 degrees twice, and performs multiple recoveries with everything from a Jeep to his 79 Series. 

Ronny then runs through a very honest review of the full range of MAXTRAX recovery boards that will leave you with no questions about which MAXTRAX you should buy.

Ronny's verdict if you're wondering which MAXTRAX are right for you? You'll have to watch to find out... But ultimately, Ronny does a great job of showing that, although they'll take an absolute beating, the MAXTRAX LITE boards aren't designed to be the best or even for every vehicle, but they do have a place for a specific vehicle type and off-road frequency. 

Josh Collins: MAXTRAX LITE Review

Josh Collins does a great MAXTRAX LITE review, running through the full MAXTRAX Family Range:

In Josh's review he also places his MAXTRAX LITE recovery tracks against a rock and rolls his Hilux up on top of them muiltiple times to test their flex and ability to bounce back into shape. Jump to this point here on his review to see that test, and how they bounced back from the flex.

ExploreJimny Shares Thoughts on MAXTRAX LITE

Malin from ExploreJimny gives some great advice for Jimny owners considering their recovery board options, and choosing something that aligns to their roof load limit capacities. MAXTRAX LITE are perfect for lighter vehicles like Jimnys with load carrying restrictions.

Sidetracked Australia MAXTRAX LITE Review

The guys at @sidetracked.australia shared their view on the MAXTRAX LITE recovery tracks, noting that they're suitable for lighter or less frequent four-wheel driving, lighter vehicles, and people who are looking for a more affordable recovery board option while still wanting a quality Australian Made product with lifetime warranty.

Massive thanks to all of the four-wheel driving and MAXTRAX community who have shared their LITE reviews so far. Make sure you tag #MAXTRAX and #maxtraxLITE to show us your MAXTRAX adventures!

MAXTRAX Recovery Boards Range Overview

With four choices in the MAXTRAX recovery board range you're probably asking yourself which MAXTRAX should you buy? Check out Ronny's video above, and our overview below, to answer that question! But here it is in a nutshell!

Which MAXTRAX recovery tracks should I buy?

• MAXTRAX MINIs recovery tracks are perfect for smaller ATVs like quad bikes, Polaris, and off-road buggies with smaller tyres, and less carrying space.
• MAXTRAX LITE recovery tracks are the go-to board for those with lighter vehicles conscious of weight restrictions, and less infrequent off-roaders who want to save some money while still having the confidence to hit the beach or off-road trails. 
• MAXTRAX MkII recovery tracks are the original and the best - the most popular recovery board in the range, they suit heavier vehicles and those who rely on their gear to give them the confidence to get into remote or adventurous locations. 
• MAXTRAX XTREME recovery tracks are the ultimate option when you want the best of the best. The key difference here is that you can replace the teeth in the field, which are made of alloy for ultimate strength and durability on mission critical uses, including first responders and the military!

Uncompromising MAXTRAX DNA

MAXTRAX MINIs

• Made from MAXTRAX's proprietary nylon blend - like the Mk2s and XTREMEs this is the toughest blend around and means they'll bend around the weight of your tyres and bounce back no worries 
• They're 640mm long and have 44 super tough nylon teeth. 
• The minis are best suited for small vehicles like a Jimny, or more commonly for off-road buggies like your Polaris and ATVs.

MAXTRAX LITE

Now moving onto the newest addition to the range, the MAXTRAX LITE. We're super excited about this one because it's actually the most affordable in the range, and the lightest - which opens up a world of possibilities for people who might not be getting off-road frequently, might not have a large vehicle, but still want that confidence and insurance that we all know and love by carrying a set of MAXTRAX.

• The MAXTRAX LITE recovery boards are 895mm long which is 22% shorter than the full sized Mk2s and XTREME
• They've got 66 teeth and are made from an impact resistant thermoplastic which is what makes them so light
• Speaking of weight, they're a massive 48% lighter so almost half the weight of the Mk2s, weighing just 1.8kg each
• They're rated to 3500kg, whereas your Mk2 and XTREME are rated to 4500kg. So in terms of vehicle fits, these are going to be ideal for your Jimnys, your dual cab utes that aren't running a canopy, and even perfect for the adventurous smaller SUVs like your Subarus and RAV4s.
• If you're doing lighter or less frequently off-roading, have a smaller 4WD, or just looking for your first set of recovery boards while sticking to a budget - the LITE is the answer.

You can also check out our own rundown of MAXTRAX LITE here:

MAXTRAX MKIIs

Moving up from the LITE we have the MKII recovery tracks, these are the most popular 4WD recovery boards in the world and for very good reason.

• The MKIIs are 1150mm long with 88 teeth, and they're made from our proprietary UV-stabilised, flexible, super tough engineering-grade reinforced nylon. This is a proprietary blend meaning you'll only find it in our recovery boards, and it's what makes them the most reliable recovery tracks.
• If you're wondering just how tough they are, you can check out a range of real-world reviews online. In terms of lab testing, the MKIIs were actually tested at the University of Queensland to wrap completely around a 33-inch tyre, without breaking. They're designed to take a beating!
• So if you're looking for something that'll get you out of any situation, the Mk2s are your best mate. They'll give you the confidence to get out there and have a good time, AND the means to get back again if you get into some trouble.

XTREMEs

Now at the top end of the range, we have the best of the best for extreme conditions - the accurately named MAXTRAX XTREMEs. 

• They're the same length as the Mk2s and have the same number of teeth, they're also made from that super tough proprietary nylon blend.
• BUTwhat makes these the absolute best of the best is that every tooth is made from alloy for extra toughness, and the teeth are replaceable.
• So if you get a bit excited and spin your wheels on the teeth, or you're getting into some really extreme conditions that puts your gear under stress, you're going to love these. You can just pop the teeth out, and replace them again - which means they're going to get you out of those extreme conditions again and again.
• These are the boards that are trusted by not just us, but the military, special forces and first responders who are getting into field critical missions.

So that's it - the full family of MAXTRAX recovery boards, the common DNA shared across the range, and the unique attributes of each. In a nutshell, wiwth the introduction of the MAXTRAX LITE to the family there's now a recovery board and price point to suit every person and vehicle wanting to explore off-road, with the confidence that you'll be able to get yourself back home again.