I bought the Portable Winch PCW3000 (1550lb rated one) a few years ago. Have used it for firewood, and finally got to use it on a Moose last year. Pulled it over half-kilometre rigging many times during terrible weather in early November. It is not fast, but with knees showing their age from too many years working in the bush it is an awesome tool to keep from packing the weight on your back.

You should check out “West Coast Winch” when you are ready to buy. They had the best price I could find. You will never have to worry about shooting something below the road either!