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Rock crawling is about slow-speed, careful and precise driving, and high torque generated through large gear reductions (100:1 or more) in the vehicle's drivetrain. Rock crawlers often drive up, down and across obstacles that appear impassable.
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is someone who helps a driver navigate difficult or tricky portions of a track. They most commonly assist in situations where the driver is unable to see the route, or on trails with a variety of obstacles.
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