Nerfbars? Side Steps? What is the difference?!? With the onslaught of SUV’s in the real world today we have seen the virtual slaughter of the common names for aftermarket accessories. Ask, for example, what a “nerfbar” is to the common SUV driver and they will most likely say "those steps on the side of my new 'xxxxxx'" - that is, if they know at all.

Nerfbars started out as undercarriage protection, they were built of heavy gauge materials and used to stop rocks and little commuter cars from damaging your body while traversing over them. As the SUV market grew, so did the apparent use of these as steps. Nerfbars then started to be made in hi-production factories out of thinner and thinner materials - I mean…aren’t they just steps anyway?

Although D and C’s Nerfbars were made of extremely heavy duty materials (over 3x the thickness of the mass produced version), D and C has stopped production on the old style round Nerfbars. Instead we have adopted “RockSliders”.

RockSliders (r-o-k sly-de-ers) n. - (1) Purpose built, ultra low profile Nerfbars that sole purpose is protecting undercarriage and rocker panels from damage while driving. (2) New beverage made of rocks and water that is known for the harsh way it slides down your throat.

Designed and originally built by custom fabricator and Off-road enthusiast Rob McMasters of RattWear, RockSliders were built to look good, but (more importantly) stand up to the most extreme trail conditions. With permission from the designer, D and C Extreme has adopted, and slightly altered, the original design for easy installation and great fit to our Scout customers.

Rock Sliders are built as short as possible so you don’t sacrifice your precious ground clearance. They have smooth angles for easy function on jagged surfaces. They are built tough, with at least 3/16” (.188”) steel plate for durability and to resist denting.
Over-all dimensions: 62" Long, 6" Wide, and 2" Tall

(Note: RockSliders made to stick out 18"from frame face)

RockSliders are $250 (for Scout Terra/Traveller's - $325)