Tred
TRED specializes in product design, engineering and manufacturing, using our extensive knowledge and experience to produce the best, most seriously adventurous products that reflect our outdoor adventure community. We recognized the need for a better recovery board that our fearless customers could use on their trips when things didn’t quite go to plan.
Using our experience and resources to produce superior recovery boards and products, we know first-hand, what it takes to make premium, long-lasting gear. We are 100% Australian owned and operated with the entire TRED-making process strictly homegrown.
Our product design and material selection processes are trialled with the harsh Australian environment in mind. With advanced design engineers in our corner and material development partners that allow us to manufacture affordable products, we're able to allow greater access to the wider market around the globe
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We have partnered with various leading product manufacturers to bring our loyal customers a wide range of products covering the off road and recreational vehicle market.
HISTORY OF RECOVERY PRODUCTS
Recovery boards have been getting off roaders out of trouble for centuries. From the days of horse-drawn buggies, wheeled vehicles have got themselves stuck and attempting to use tree branches, timber or rocks to recover. WWII and the introduction of the Willies Jeep and Land Rover vehicles saw the development of different forms of aids to assist in recovery of vehicles and to bridge creeks and crevices, such as sand ladders or punched steel tracks. The iconic Land Rover was often pictured with a set of steel tracks hanging off the side somewhere.
Thankfully, as forms of transport have improved, so too have the means of recovery. The advanced off-road vehicles available today means we can explore further off the beaten track and more people are taking advantage of weekends out and about. Today there are various forms of steel, timber, rubber and poly recovery ramps available offering a similar range of features. TRED sets itself apart due to ease of use and its specifically designed features. The two-in-one design of both a shovel and a heavy duty recovery ramp make TRED the ultimate “Total Recovery & Extraction Device”.
YOU’VE GOT QUESTIONS. WE’VE GOT ANSWERS
How do TRED's work?
TRED recovery boards are a critical part of any off-road recovery kit. When used correctly, TRED recovery boards help you and your vehicle escape even the stickiest situations thanks to their intelligent design with extreme traction and strength on both sides.
How do TRED's work?
TRED recovery boards are a critical part of any off-road recovery kit. When used correctly, TRED recovery boards help you and your vehicle escape even the stickiest situations thanks to their intelligent design with extreme traction and strength on both sides.
Who needs TRED’s?
Anyone that ventures off bitumen in a vehicle for a seriously adventurous time will benefit by carrying a pair of TRED's. They’re an insurance policy for those unplanned losses of traction that can cost time, money, or your vehicle. TRED's are not limited to any type of off-road user; we have serious 4x4 enthusiasts who don’t head out to the trails without them, and weekend warriors embracing the confidence of being able to explore without a backup vehicle.
Anyone that ventures off bitumen in a vehicle for a seriously adventurous time will benefit by carrying a pair of TRED's. They’re an insurance policy for those unplanned losses of traction that can cost time, money, or your vehicle. TRED's are not limited to any type of off-road user; we have serious 4x4 enthusiasts who don’t head out to the trails without them, and weekend warriors embracing the confidence of being able to explore without a backup vehicle.
Where would I use TRED’s?
Use TRED's in any scenario where the loss of traction stops forward momentum. The two things to remember are:
1) avoid wheel spin
2) don’t use on hard or rocky ground.
Use TRED's in any scenario where the loss of traction stops forward momentum. The two things to remember are:
1) avoid wheel spin
2) don’t use on hard or rocky ground.
When should I use TRED's?
Use them early; don’t keep spinning your tires. Slip a pair of TRED's under your tires as soon as you notice traction loss and you’ll be out in no time.
Use them early; don’t keep spinning your tires. Slip a pair of TRED's under your tires as soon as you notice traction loss and you’ll be out in no time.
Are TRED’s easy to use?
We’d go as far as to say TREDs are seriously easy! With a shovel feature and extreme grip, we’ve thought of everything to get you moving again in no time. Bear in mind, this depends on the seriousness of the situation you find yourself in, but by catching traction loss early, you can be out in less than a minute.
We’d go as far as to say TREDs are seriously easy! With a shovel feature and extreme grip, we’ve thought of everything to get you moving again in no time. Bear in mind, this depends on the seriousness of the situation you find yourself in, but by catching traction loss early, you can be out in less than a minute.
Why should I be a TRED owner?
If your trips fall under the seriously adventurous banner, you need TRED's. An investment you’ll be happy to have made, they will save you time and money and allow you to recover your vehicle safely even with no-one else around. Regardless of whether you own a cheap bush basher or a luxury 4x4, the peace of mind you get from owning a pair of TRED's onboard is priceless.
If your trips fall under the seriously adventurous banner, you need TRED's. An investment you’ll be happy to have made, they will save you time and money and allow you to recover your vehicle safely even with no-one else around. Regardless of whether you own a cheap bush basher or a luxury 4x4, the peace of mind you get from owning a pair of TRED's onboard is priceless.
What makes TRED’s unique?
Our intelligent design from first-hand experience and material selection has created a highly durable product that gets the job done. From the shovel feature to the directional pattern, TRED’s are made by explorers for explorers.
Our intelligent design from first-hand experience and material selection has created a highly durable product that gets the job done. From the shovel feature to the directional pattern, TRED’s are made by explorers for explorers.
Which TRED Recovery Board model is best for my needs?
The ability of TRED's to get you out of a sticky situation comes down to the provision of superior traction when the ground under your tyres is simply too unstable to traverse. There’s more than enough traction on top to get your vehicle up and going and enough traction underneath so that TRED’s don’t just pass straight under your tyre.
The ability of TRED's to get you out of a sticky situation comes down to the provision of superior traction when the ground under your tyres is simply too unstable to traverse. There’s more than enough traction on top to get your vehicle up and going and enough traction underneath so that TRED’s don’t just pass straight under your tyre.
Why are there different sizes of TRED?
A pair of large TRED's may be a tight squeeze in a smaller SUV or fully loaded vehicle and we wanted everyone to be able to experience TRED regardless of storage capacity or vehicle size. We’ve begun seeing serious off-road enthusiasts carrying both a pair of large TRED's and a pair of small TRED's to ensure recovery in any size scenario.
A pair of large TRED's may be a tight squeeze in a smaller SUV or fully loaded vehicle and we wanted everyone to be able to experience TRED regardless of storage capacity or vehicle size. We’ve begun seeing serious off-road enthusiasts carrying both a pair of large TRED's and a pair of small TRED's to ensure recovery in any size scenario.
Can you use TRED’s on any vehicle?
Yes. TRED's have been engineered for use in the recovery of vehicles on soft ground. Although predominantly used by 4x4 adventurers, TRED's are being used in the recovery of vehicles and machinery weighing over 3.5 metric tonnes (7,716 pounds). Just follow the standard operating instructions.
Please note:
TRED GT's are warranted to withstand a maximum of 2,000kgs (4,400 pounds) per axle or a vehicle weighing up to 4,000kgs (8,800 pounds).
TRED HD's & TRED Pro's are warranted to withstand a maximum of 2,250kgs (4,960 pounds) per axle or a vehicle weighing up to 4,500kgs (9,920 pounds).
Yes. TRED's have been engineered for use in the recovery of vehicles on soft ground. Although predominantly used by 4x4 adventurers, TRED's are being used in the recovery of vehicles and machinery weighing over 3.5 metric tonnes (7,716 pounds). Just follow the standard operating instructions.
Please note:
TRED GT's are warranted to withstand a maximum of 2,000kgs (4,400 pounds) per axle or a vehicle weighing up to 4,000kgs (8,800 pounds).
TRED HD's & TRED Pro's are warranted to withstand a maximum of 2,250kgs (4,960 pounds) per axle or a vehicle weighing up to 4,500kgs (9,920 pounds).
Do TRED’s work in the snow?
Yes. The TRED Pro and TRED HD models have been designed for use in snow. Just follow the standard operating instructions and drive to the conditions. For cooler climates (below -0 Celsius or 32 Fahrenheit) we recommend the use of TRED HR & TRED PRO.
Please NOTE:
TRED GT's are warranted in ambient temperatures from 0 Celsius (32 Fahrenheit) to 55 Celsius (131 Fahrenheit).
TRED HD's & TRED Pro's are warranted in ambient temperatures from -15 Celsius (5 Fahrenheit) to 70 Celsius (158 Fahrenheit).
Can I use TRED’s as a ramp or as a bridging device?
No. TRED's have not been designed to bridge gaps or for loading of vehicles/ATV’s. Always put your safety first and only use purpose built loading/bridging ramps.
Yes. The TRED Pro and TRED HD models have been designed for use in snow. Just follow the standard operating instructions and drive to the conditions. For cooler climates (below -0 Celsius or 32 Fahrenheit) we recommend the use of TRED HR & TRED PRO.
Please NOTE:
TRED GT's are warranted in ambient temperatures from 0 Celsius (32 Fahrenheit) to 55 Celsius (131 Fahrenheit).
TRED HD's & TRED Pro's are warranted in ambient temperatures from -15 Celsius (5 Fahrenheit) to 70 Celsius (158 Fahrenheit).
Can I use TRED’s as a ramp or as a bridging device?
No. TRED's have not been designed to bridge gaps or for loading of vehicles/ATV’s. Always put your safety first and only use purpose built loading/bridging ramps.
What are TRED's dimensions?
TRED 800:
Length 790mm (31.1 inches)
Width 268mm (10.55 inches)
Height 73mm (2.87 inches)
Nested/stacked height (one set/pair): 105mm (4.13 inches)
TRED GT:
Length - 1085 mm (42.72 inches)
Width - 312 mm (12.28 inches)
Height - 62 mm (2.44 inches).
Nested/stacked height (one set/pair) - 84 mm (3.31 inches).
TRED HD:
Length - 1090 mm (42.91 inches)
Width - 314 mm (12.36 inches)
Height - 62 mm (2.44 inches).
Nested/stacked height (one set/pair) - 84 mm (3.31 inches).
TRED Pro:
Length 1160mm (45.67 inches)
Width 330mm (12.99 inches)
Height 65mm (2.56 inches)
Nested/stacked height (one set/pair): 85mm (3.35 inches)
Length is when measured end to end. Width is measured at widest points. Height includes grip nodules on top of TRED and underside cleats.
How much do TRED’s weigh?
A single TRED 800 weighs 2.25 kgs (4.96 pounds)
A single TRED GT weighs 2.75 kgs (6.06 pounds)
A single TRED HD weights 3.45 kgs (7.61 pounds)
A single TRED Pro weighs 4.1 kgs (9.04 pounds)
What is the maximum weight TRED's can withstand?
TRED GT's are warranted to withstand a maximum of 2,000 kgs (4,400 pounds) per axle or a vehicle weighing up to 4,500kgs (8,800 pounds).
The TRED HD's and TRED Pro's are warranted to withstand a maximum of 2,250 kgs (4,960 pounds) per axle or a vehicle weighing up to 4,500kgs (9,920pounds).
They look like plastic, won’t they break?
Due to the special high-strength polymer material blend they can handle high levels of flex, are highly durable and wear resistant. The mix of elasticity and tough rigid design means that TRED's maintain a high level of pressure on your tire to provide ultimate traction whilst still being able to take the flex of being under vehicle weight on unstable ground. You may notice minor white stress marks when exposed to high levels of flex but this is what the material is designed to do – flex and bounce back time and time again.
For ultimate durability, you can’t go past TRED Pro’s unique and patented dual composite construction, EXOTRED™. Due to the special polyolefin material blend, TRED Pro's can handle high levels of flex, are highly durable and wear resistant. The mix of elasticity and tough rigid design in the main body means that your TRED Pro’s maintain a high level of pressure on your tire to provide ultimate traction whilst still being able to take the flex of being under vehicle weight on unstable ground.
TRED GT's are warranted to withstand a maximum of 2,000 kgs (4,400 pounds) per axle or a vehicle weighing up to 4,500kgs (8,800 pounds).
The TRED HD's and TRED Pro's are warranted to withstand a maximum of 2,250 kgs (4,960 pounds) per axle or a vehicle weighing up to 4,500kgs (9,920pounds).
They look like plastic, won’t they break?
Due to the special high-strength polymer material blend they can handle high levels of flex, are highly durable and wear resistant. The mix of elasticity and tough rigid design means that TRED's maintain a high level of pressure on your tire to provide ultimate traction whilst still being able to take the flex of being under vehicle weight on unstable ground. You may notice minor white stress marks when exposed to high levels of flex but this is what the material is designed to do – flex and bounce back time and time again.
For ultimate durability, you can’t go past TRED Pro’s unique and patented dual composite construction, EXOTRED™. Due to the special polyolefin material blend, TRED Pro's can handle high levels of flex, are highly durable and wear resistant. The mix of elasticity and tough rigid design in the main body means that your TRED Pro’s maintain a high level of pressure on your tire to provide ultimate traction whilst still being able to take the flex of being under vehicle weight on unstable ground.
What is the Tyre Modelling?
TRED's features advanced technologies such as 3D scanning and CAD modelling, we inspected hundreds of the biggest brand tyres around the world to optimize the grip design. By creating a database of the world's biggest selling off-road tyres we were able to use real data, dimensions and tread patterns to optimize our design more so than any other recovery device of this type in history.
What is the TRED link?
Nest your TRED GT or TRED HD recovery boards, from entry ramp to shovel end to give a potentially limitless recovery surface without the need for additional joiners.
What is the Dedicated Entry and Exit Points
With a directional recovery board we're able to design the nodule's profile to better grip the tire's profile and allows the board to confirm and grip to the terrain with the open exit point.
What is the SIPE-LOCK?
The TRED HD features on the entry ramp specifically engineered to engage with the one common denominator in most tires, the water evacuation channels on the outer edges. The unique Sipe-Lock makes gripping the tyre easier and help aid the initial traction.
The TRED HD features on the entry ramp specifically engineered to engage with the one common denominator in most tires, the water evacuation channels on the outer edges. The unique Sipe-Lock makes gripping the tyre easier and help aid the initial traction.