Paracord
Paracord
Parachute cord - Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Parachute_cord
Parachute cord (also paracord or 550 cord when referring to type-III paracord) is a lightweight nylon kernmantle rope originally used in the suspension lines of parachutes. This cord is useful for many other tasks and is now used as a general purpose utility cord by both military personnel and civilians. This versatile cord was even used by astronauts during the 82nd Space Shuttle mission to repair the Hubble Space Telescope.
The braided sheath has a high number of interwoven strands for its size, giving it a relatively smooth texture. The all-nylon construction makes paracord fairly elastic.
Current technical standards for the manufacture of cord for use in parachutes are published by the Parachute Industry Association. The US military MIL-C-5040H standard required the material to be nylon. Similar styles of cord are manufactured with other materials such as polyester.
Which Paracord to Buy
What Paracord To Buy? - https://www.paracordplanet.com/What-Paracord-To-Buy.html
550 Paracord - "The use of 550 cord in the military as literal Parachute cord has launched the 550 style into the mainstream market. Certified type III Paracord supports up to 550 Pounds and will be there when you need it most."
425 Paracord - "425 cord is just as great as our 550 cord but just a little smaller and will hold up to 425 pounds, do we see a pattern here?"
275 Paracord - holds 275 pounds
Titanium Paracord - This 550 Paracord is officially licensed as Military Grade cord that is top notch Paracord normally used exclusively by the military.
Micro Paracord - 100 pound strength
Nano Paracord - 36 pound strength
Storage
The Top 5 Ways to Store Paracord - http://www.paracordplanet.com/The-Top-5-Ways-to-Store-Paracord
- The Paracord Donut
- Fast Rope
- Peanut Butter Jar/ Pop Bottle
- The Daisy Chain
- The Spool Tool
Best: Spool, Fast Rope, Daisy Chain
Quick Rope
How To Store Paracord Tied Up As Quick Rope - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8HENLsB58E
Over a chair:
- Paracord Storage - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_QPc9R6vXr0
Deploy Paracord Survival Bracelet in 90 Seconds
Make My 5 Sec. Deploy Paracord Survival Bracelet in 90 Seconds! - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RF4xEohFIQ
easy to make Quick Release Paracord Bracelet
easy to make Quick Release Paracord Bracelet - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QvWWykwd648
Card Storage
Cool Paracord Stuff # 27 How I Manage My Paracord - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ixU8ocpk5qg&feature=youtu.be
Pace Count Beads
How To Make Your Own Pace Count Beads for Land Navigation - YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MEynCUua-0&feature=g-user-u
- ref: 5 EASY WAYS TO CARRY PARACORD - http://www.instructables.com/id/5-EASY-WAYS-TO-CARRY-PARACORD/
Paracord Bracelet
Paracord Bracelet with a Side Release Buckle - http://www.instructables.com/id/Paracord-bracelet-with-a-side-release-buckle/
1 inch = 1 foot of cord needed