Sometimes a snatch block recovery is not practical

Sometimes a snatch block recovery is not practical or could prove too dangerous in the event the car may roll or become damaged during the recovery. Often a more controlled and slower approach is required. Winches are perfect for recovery when there is an available anchor or tree that can be used.
A winch will allow you to slowly pull your vehicle to safety however they have their own dangers. It is recommended to use a winch cable dampener over the winch cable to prevent the cable sorting energy and flinging around should it break.
Winches can also be used with the aid of pulley blocks. A pulley block allows you to double the power of your winch which will halve its speed. Multiple pulley blocks can be used to redirect the winch direction or speed load across different parts of a vehicle.