Off-Road Lighting for Rock Crawling
Most people choose to rock crawl during the day, and lighting might not be an obvious need. But it's a complex activity, where plenty of things can go wrong. One thing can lead to another; perhaps something breaks and needs a tricky repair, or someone gets stuck for too long, and suddenly it's sunset. Auxiliary lights can be a lifesaver in these scenarios. If you’re an avid rock crawler, you’ll want to consider the following lights for your setup.
Bumper Lights - Flooding more of the area in front of your vehicle, bumper lights eliminate some of the shadows that rocky terrain can create with only traditional headlights, getting you a clearer picture of what obstacles lie ahead.
Rock Lights - Mounted up inside each wheel well, rock lights illuminate obstacles on the ground all around your tires and are invaluable when rock crawling after dark. Pro tip: when mounting these lights, think about where you, the driver, want visibility but also think about your spotter on the trail and where they’ll want visibility. They’ll be using your rock lights, too.
Knuckle Lights - These are a newer option but rising in popularity. Because knuckle lights are mounted to your vehicle’s steering system, they turn when your tire tires turn, making them an incredibly useful addition for rock crawlers.
Going the extra mile: It’s not uncommon when rock crawling for you to need to back up and reapproach an obstacle. These situations make auxiliary lights in the back of your vehicle, like a rear-mounted lightbar, useful for yourself and/or your spotter.