Off-Road Instructor and Heavy-Duty Towing Specialist based in Alberta. Expert in truck payloads, trailer dynamics, and recovering vehicles from remote, hazardous terrain.
Mike "Grizz" Kowalski is a legend in the Western Canadian off-road community, with a background in forestry logistics and heavy recovery operations. He has spent years driving on active logging roads and ice crossings, teaching industry professionals how to handle pickups and heavy equipment safely in unpredictable conditions. His expertise lies in the physics of towing—understanding Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR), tongue weight, and safe load distribution. Mike also teaches recreational 4x4 courses, focusing on recovery techniques like winching and traction management in mud and snow. He writes for the truck owner who actually uses their truck for work, offering deep dives into suspension upgrades, tire selection for remote access, and the critical maintenance required for vehicles that tow heavy loads. His advice is practical, safety-focused, and born from real-world experience in the Rockies.