Question 1

Where are Rutbags made

Accepted Answer

Rutbags were designed and are proudly made in the USA.

Question 2

What are the dimentions of Rutbags

Accepted Answer

Rutbags are 25.5"X15" when empty and laying flat.  Filled Rutbags are approximately 16"X10"

Question 3

How much clearance/How big are Rutbags when filled?

Accepted Answer

Rutbags give between 4" and 5" when full depending on position of the bags, what material is filling them and how full they are.

Question 4

What can I fill Rutbags with?

Accepted Answer

Rutbags were designed to fill with whatever material is available to you.  Dirt and small rocks are the main filler used however they can be filled with small sticks/branches/leaf or pine litter/sand or even clothing.

Question 5

How many bags are recommended for use?

Accepted Answer

4 bags are recommended however depending on terrain and road conditions this will vary.

Question 6

How do I clean and store Rutbags?

Accepted Answer

Rutbags are recommended to be hosed off and let air dry before storage.  Rutbags are made to be compact and fit easily under a seat or other storage space to be readily available when needed.

Question 7

How much material should be used to fill the Rutbags?

Accepted Answer

Rutbags should be filled to 7" below the top of the bags (where the Made in USA tag is located) so that the top can be folded about 3 times before tying.

Question 8

what knot should I use to secure the Rutbags?

Accepted Answer

The common shoelace knot is quick and easy to use and will secure the bags to allow for driving over and quick untying to empty the bags to continue on your way.  The Shoelace knot may become loose after extended use and may require retying.

Question 9

What are Rutbags made out of?

Accepted Answer

Rutbags are made with 1050 Denier Coated Ballistic Nylon.

Question 10

Will Rutbags assist with traction on slippery or muddy roads?

Accepted Answer

Rutbags are not designed to assist with getting out of the mud and extended periods of spinning tires on the bags will cause the bags to melt and can damage the bags.
We are currently testing other products to assist with muddy conditions however these products are not available at this time.

Question 11

Who Makes the Rutbags?

Accepted Answer

Rutbags are all currently all made by the owner of the company until his kids are old enough to be forced into child labor.

Question 12

what is the weight capacity on Rutbags?

Accepted Answer

I do not currently have a max weight that they will hold I have used Rutbags filled with wood chips under a bobcat weighing approximately 7,000 Pounds.  
If you have something heavier that you have used Rutbags with, please let me know and send me a message.

Question 13

What are the benefits of Rutbags?

Accepted Answer

Rutbags keep materials in place so that you do not have rocks or sticks kicking out while using them causing you to get stuck on and have to dig out.  Rutbags are great on roads where multiple vehicles are going to need assistance on the same obstacle and when a road has multiple problem areas.  Once filled they can be tossed into the vehicle and quickly deployed in the road as you travel.  At the end of the day it is quick and easy to dump out the bags and store them back under your seat or wherever you keep them.

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