By now, the benefits of using modern synthetic winch rope are well known in the off-road world. ... Here it's used to make a single-end loop for a rope thimble.

If you use synthetic rope on your winch, there are some things you should do to ensure the ... Proper stowage means not sucking the thimble or hook into the fairlead and chewing up the surface.

Synthetic winch rope is a top upgrade, but there are lots of choices out there, and some important variables to consider when choosing a synthetic cable. The Drive is here to throw you a line.