Paracord – Parachute Cord Uses
What Is Paracord Used For?
In Parachutes – Parachute cord in essence is what connects a parachutist to his canopy and is the life line of paratroopers the world over. Parachute cord has found its way into the commercial market due to the thousands of uses a high quality cord has in a field environment. Parachute cord or ‘paracord’ as it is more commonly referred to can and has been used in a variety of ways. Its initial design function was in the construction of parachutes in World War 2. Each line of paracord is made of continuous filament nylon outside covering and seven high strength inner nylon cords. Each single line of paracord has a tensile strength tested to 550 pounds and is designed to last.
So… It’s more than just parachute cord (paracord) – Yes, although initially it was designed for this purpose it’s high strength has proved perfect for any situation requiring light cordage. It would be difficult to imagine a survival kit that does not include a length of paracord. Uses for paracord are endless and are often limited by a persons imagination. Below are a few ideas:
Use Paracord for:
Ridgeline for Tarps/Bashers Restraints
Shoe & Bootlaces Tourniquet
Repairing Equipment Bottle Holder
Securing Equipment Zipper Pulls
Securing Equipment Guylines
Hanging Food from Bears Washing Lines
Making a Fire Bow Handle Wrapping
String for a Bow Trail Marking
Shelter Making Surfing Snowboarding leashes
Hammock Making Kite Surfing Wind Surfing
Fish Nets Boating
Snares/Traps Whip Making
Weapon Straps Binding
Use the Inner cores for:
Fishing Line Dental Floss
Sewing fabric together Small twine for whipping ends of larger cord
Emergency Stitches
Anything else requiring a lightweight super tough cord …
AND MORE – Parachute cord received international publicity in February 1997 when it was used by Discovery astronauts to repair the Hubble Telescope. In places where the insulation had been worn away, Teflon patches were applied and secured with parachute cord. Many army units have fashioned parachute cord into bracelets denoting their unit and geographical area of deployment. This reflects both the comfortable texture of the nylon rope and its place as a military icon.
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