(Part 2) Best tactical paracords according to redditors

Blue and red paracord already exists though...

Here is the list of gear. It is meant for both myself and my wife, so I doubled up in some places. (Links where I have them)

• LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
  
• yueton Shatterproof Stainless Steel Ultrathin Folding Travel Mirror
  
• S.O.S. Rations Emergency 3600 Calorie Food Bar
  
• Mini Foldable Folding Shovel
  
• Coleman Dome Tent
  
• GreenLight Diamond Strike on Box Matches,
  
• Zippo Typhoon Matches and Match Kit
  
• My Amazing Outdoor Inc Camp Mess Kit
  
• Swiss Safe Emergency Mylar Thermal Blankets
  
• Aootek Upgraded first aid survival Kit
  
• AxPower Dust Masks
  
• Dust mask filter pack
  
• Esky Portable Emergency Weather Radio Hand Crank Self Powered
  
• Foxelli Disposable Rain Ponchos
  
• TOUGH-GRID 750lb Paracord/Parachute Cord
  
• Aquatabs AQT200 Water Purification Tablets 200 Pack
  
• REEBOW GEAR Hard Knuckle Tactical Gloves
  
• Sharpie Plastic Point Stick Water Resistant Pen
  
• Rite in the Rain Weatherproof Top-Spiral Notebook
  
• Buck Knife 119
  
• 1 quart zip lock bags pack
  
• 1 gallon zip lock bags pack
  
• 2 Days worth of clothes
  
• REEBOW GEAR Military Tactical Assault Pack Backpack, Capacity: 34L
  
  Total Combined weight 27.4969375 Lbs (assuming my measurements are correct, couldn't get a good read on the tent so I had to use manufacturer info)
  
  Stuff I don't have yet, but which I plan to include as I get them:
  
  
• Passports, and other document copies
  
• Extra cash
  
• 9mm pistol
  
• Better water storage
  
• Solar charging and power banks

https://www.amazon.com/TOUGH-GRID-750lb-Paracord-Parachute-Cord/dp/B07BZCSNZH
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https://www.amazon.com/Yaheetech-Plastic-Children-Classroom-Backless/dp/B07WDSK2C2

Came here to say this too. Comes in about 30 colors too. Replaced my shredded laces in my everyday boots about .... I don't even know, well over two years ago, and they're not even showing any signs of wear.

I got this pulley hanger and spray painted it white, and used this white parachute cord to give it more reach.

Works like a charm. I like to think of it as my "art" centerpiece.

https://www.amazon.com/SURVIVAL-Paracord-Parachute-Commercial-Black-Red/dp/B07BQDCP9D/ref=asc_df_B07BQDCP9D/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=241931344467&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=4407838119816079732&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9008449&hvtargid=pla-586771336015&psc=1

This one contains fishing line, tinder, and cotton thread.

Absolutely! Hopefully it will be done in the next week or two.

Links below.

motor wire sized cord

internal wires

I'm currently coming home from a one week trip where we did a combination of hiking and staying in hotels / airbnbs. I had purchased a scrubba bag and was anxious to use it. I'm personally on board with the onebag philosophy of doing laundry every night or two so as being able to pack light.

My take on the scrubba bag is it's pretty neat. The nodules do help a little in helping break dirt off of clothes. The air bleed is nice for getting all of the air out of the bag when sealing it up, and the clear window is helpful in seeing the water get cloudy from all the dirt coming out of the clothes. While not using the scrubba I just rolled up a small bottle of non rinse detergent and a clothes line for drying,making it a somewhat simpler process since im doing it every night.

My conclusion is that for a situation like mine, where we hiked through water falls and streams, I would have rather of just brought a dry bag / day pack to use for laundry AND to use as a waterproof day pack. Also I brought a dedicated laundry clothes line when 15 ft of Paracord would have sufficed just fine and been able to use in other situations also. The laundry soap was nice because it was "non-rinseable" but I still rinsed my clothes abyways, so using the same Dr bronners I use for my hair would have worked too.

Here are some links to the products I used:

Scrubba Wash Bag - Portable Laundry System For Camping, Hiking, Backpacking and Travel https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N68XF0O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_t5gaBbFNCAXNX

Soakwash Liquid Laundry Wash, 12-Ounce, Scentless https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KF4HYPK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_i7gaBbGX3CEKV

The ORIGINAL Sun & Sheets Superior Quality Compact Adjustable Travel Bungee Clothesline https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01H2MJNT2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_s9gaBbWJ72P2Z



What I may use instead in the future:

Earth Pak- Waterproof Dry Bag with Front Zippered Pocket Keeps Gear Dry for Kayaking, Beach, Rafting, Boating, Hiking, Camping and Fishing with Waterproof Phone Case https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MZ40VQC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_IchaBbYECZDCF

Sea To Summit Lite Line Clothesline https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000T28X4E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.5gaBbA0RBH9B

Paracord Planet Mil-Spec Commercial Grade 550lb Type III Nylon Paracord 25 feet Turquoise https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ACL4NRI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Z-gaBbFG2WD08

Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps Fair Trade and Organic Castile Liquid Soap, Peppermint, 2 Fluid Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000Z96LTA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_DahaBbY85PVS8


Also, as a side note, I found these great little bottles for storing soaps and lotions a lot more efficiently than "travel sized" bottles:

MOMA Muji PE Cylinder Bottle with Snap Cap - 12ml https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E4BZC36/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_lehaBb0S2E8F7

my friend bought some of [these] (http://www.amazon.com/KLOUD-stainless-adjustable-paracord-bracelets/dp/B00ASJQGDS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422557196&sr=8-1&keywords=paracord+shackle) from Amazon and while the paint bas been chipping away, they are very comfortable. I don't know if these are the exact brand he bought but they look the same

Recommend you replace TOUGH-GRID 750lb Paracord/Parachute Cord with 1/8 UHMWPE. It'll save you some weight and bulk.

I've gotten mine from cabelas, Wal-Mart, or the local craft store. But I started ordering mine on Amazon lately. Better quality cord for the price.

ParacordPlanet 100' 550 Cord Hank of Type III 550 Paracord - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E63091M/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_MPcGxbY32SCVW

Yeah, I've never really been a fan of them both because safety, and because I am a minimal person, although they do look sweet on some older cars (my buddies E30 has an awesome one that fits the theme nicely). This caught my eye because my steering wheel continually gets grime spots, and most importantly because my Leatherman / knife handle always seems to catch on the steering wheel when I get in, tearing off little pieces of leather affecting the finish. Definitely considering doing this, seeing as how cheap the chord is. There has got to be 200+ colors available. Here is a link to the paracord on Amazon if anyone else is interested! The tutorial states he did an Outback with about 100'. The new WRX steering wheels have those little bumps on the bottom right and left possibly needing a bit more than 100. I'll report back when I try it soon!

https://www.amazon.com/Paracord-Planet-Cord-Type-Strand/dp/B00E632WUS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485319302&sr=8-1&keywords=paracord

A modified 3-day military pack list. I pulled out the military specific stuff and stripped out some of the heavier items.

• 100 feet of 550 cord. Daisy chained, immersed in water, compressed and then stuffed back into the bag it comes in. Avoid those gimmicky 550 cord braclets, they make you look like a toolbag, and aren't useful.
  
  
  
• D-Rings. They don't need to be mountaineering grade, but at least make them a step up from the office keychain variety. I keep mine attached to the end of the 550 cord.
  
  
  
• Mini-sleeping bag in a stuff sack. I've got a Snugpack rated to 23F degrees.
  
  
  
• Jacket and watch cap. Can't go wrong with Army surplus for this. I've put these in their own seperate stuff sack, so I can find them easily if I start getting cold.
  
  
• Gloves. I prefer Nomex flight gloves, they are thick enough to allow dexterity but are still warm (the only downside is that they are very long and I end up having to cut them down to a manageable length with scissors.)
  
  
  
• Two 2 liter camelbak bladders. Full, of course. Make sure they don't leak.
  
  
  
• A Sureaqua bottle if you can afford it. The built in filter lets me pick up more water in a pinch. (I've also got a small iodine bottle, because I'm extra cautious.). If this is out of your price range, iodine should get you through 3-days just fine. Another old school option would be to boil the water in a metal container, but you really shouldn't have to do this since iodine is cheap, effective, and small.
  
  
  
• A field stripped MRE. I've pulled all the junk out of one and double stuffed it with two entrees and as many Cliff Bars, tuna packets and jerky bags as it can hold. Don't forget to pack a spoon.
  
  
• Baby wipes. Unscented, small package. These are essential to rucking in comfort. Trust me.
  
  
• Some way of telling time and a compass. I've got both in one with a Suunto watch. Though a cheap Timex and a military surplus compass are enough to get by.
  
  
  
• Maps of the area. Make try to pre-mark important sites for yourself (friends, family, work associates should be marked, as should places you feel you can securely hunker down), and the water proof the map. Waterproofing can be easily done with a page protector and some duct tape.
  
  
  
• Pen, Sharpie, and paper. A small Rite In the Rain pad is a good choice, as cheap office type pads tend to get ruined by water and sweat easily.
  
  
  
• Multi-tool. I'd go with a Gerber.
  
  
  
• 10-12 inch zip ties, at least a dozen.
  
  
  
• Duct tape. Make a several foot long emergency roll by wrapping the tape on itself or on an expired gift card (or whatever.)
  
  
  
• A lighter.
  
  
  
• Small medical kit. Include at least 2 tourniquets (KAT or similar), pressure dressing, 500mg Tylenol, medical shears.
  
  
  
• (At least) One set of decent hiking socks, balled up.
  
  
  
• One flashlight. I'd go with a Surefire with a red/blue lens cover. In a pinch, blue painter's tape can be used as a cover on your light. (Doing this helps you retain night vision when turning a light on.)
  
  
  
• Extra batteries for your flashlight, and for anything else you've packed that needs batteries.
  
  
  
• Visible 12/24 hour chemical lights.
  
  
• If you wear glasses, at least one set of clear lens prescription eye protection.
  
  
• If you don't wear glasses, I'd still recommend clear lens protection.
  
  
• A towel. Yes really. They have a lot of uses.
  
  
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  In addition:
  
  You should have the skills to use everything in your medical kit. I'd recommend at least taking an EMS course. Tourniquets may seem overkill to carry, but they are about the only thing that can save a life if the injury is bad enough to warrant them. I personally never carry less than 4 spread between a kit and my body.
  
  Know how to navigate on-foot with a map. Know your pace count and how to make an azimuth/reverse azimuth. In a city you should actually have an easier time than in the woods, because you can use terrain association like a motherfucker.
  
  You need good footwear for walking. I'd be wearing my my footwear so, that's why it's not in the packing list. Don't be a mall-ninja who buys surplus Army jungle boots, instead I'd recommend a tough modern hiking boot. I prefer Asolo Fugitives, they feel great, even after days spent walking in them.
  
  Also, you need a vague idea of a plan. Even the best packed bag can only supply you for a short time if you don't have a plan. Have an idea of places you will want to go and the specific conditions you will encounter. In the event of a terrorist attack or large storm, you're going to want to attract attention to yourself and try and get evaced by government search and rescue. Riots (not protests like OWS, but real, no-shit riots)- you either want to hunker somewhere secure or get out of the area as quickly as possible. With that you're going to have to look at how likely it is that you can get out in a short time (getting off Manhattan in a timely manner during a riot seems like a lost cause to me, and you'll have to weather that particular ordeal somewhere secure.). In the event of something even more balls out crazy or long-term you are going to want to leave the island, and have a plan of where you want to go once off the island.
  
  

This is what I use with our 55lb labradoodle. Attached a biner to one end and knotted a loop on the other end to hook onto his regular leash.

He uses it up pretty quickly (sometimes the ball throwing can get a little far) but usually stays within the limits of the lead. His recall is OK but sometimes he doesn't want to come which is why the lead is helpful. It's also super light and doesn't slow him down in anyway. He's definitely run to the end of the lead and pulled it pretty hard, haven't had any problems with strength.

Would be light enough got your little guy for sure. I've been trying to find a kite spool for it to make it easy to wind up, but haven't had any luck at dollar stores. Maybe in the summer.

I order each thing separately.
1.Fishing Net
2.50 feet of 550 Cord
3.Utility Knife
4.Aviator Cap and Goggles

Use net to capture other drones, use utility knife and 550 cordage to fashion 5 point harness and attach drones, don my aviator cap and goggles and fly like a falcon back to Amazon to spend my remaining $33.08.

we use this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BKNTDNM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_jVXQDb8SD0VBM

This one is just the upgrade from mine, Only difference is that it has metal buckles and not the 2" plastic, both are AWESOME! Cant beat Military Working Dog gear, its well made, durable, and makes them look badass HA HA

Only modification i have done to mine is i wrapped the handles with 550 Paracord the handles it comes with are not very comfortable on your hands, kind of cuts into them... If you don't know how to wrap with Paracord, it is super easy here is a couple of How-to's

How-To #1

How-To #2 Essential you would find the middle and use the strap as the center part of the bracelet, just need a lighter, cord, and scissors. then just wrap all the way to the other side, cut off and burn shut.

Hey!

In an old comment of yours also replying to a laundry sink bag, you mentioned the things you'd change for the future. In that, these two items were listed:

Sea To Summit Lite Line Clothesline https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000T28X4E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_.5gaBbA0RBH9B

Paracord Planet Mil-Spec Commercial Grade 550lb Type III Nylon Paracord 25 feet Turquoise https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ACL4NRI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_Z-gaBbFG2WD08

My question is what's the paracord for? At first I thought it was to switch out your old clothes line method, but then I saw the sea to Summit one. Also how is the Dr. Bronner soap treating you? Is it a nice peppermint smell? Does it clean your clothes well?

It's a shackle. It's a real pain in the ass to put on but I think it gives the bracelet a more industrial feel to it.

I've got a couple things on my list this fine Friday.

• First, A million thanks to I922sParCir for driving 1000 CCI Small Pistol Primers all the way from Arizona to Southern California so I wouldn't have to pay for the HazMat fee.
  
  
• Also, I bought 1LB of powder from I922sParCir's stockpile to get me started in reloading .357 magnum.
  
  
• Amazon will be delivering my Adventure First Aid 2.0 kit today.
  
  
• Amazon delivered yesterday 100ft of paracord and 2 sets of Rifle sling swivel sets for a couple of my rifles. I'm getting ready for an appleseed shoot that my son and I will be attending.
  

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07S769WT2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

this is helpful thanks!

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I think ill go with this:

https://smile.amazon.com/emma-kites-100-1000lb-Backpacking-Recreational/dp/B07FDMYW7V/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=uhmwpe%2Bcord&qid=1554341700&s=gateway&sr=8-3&th=1&psc=1

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Thank you. I'm also Canadian so I know his situation very well. Now that I know his trade, I can also recommend the following accessories:

• either the GoPro suction cup or the one by Joby, which I find more flexible for angles and different shots than the GoPro one.
  
• Joby Gorillapod
  
  As for what to bring with him for the deployment, his wingers should have him sorted out and he should ask around his platoon. Some things I took with me on my last one:
  
  
• Small first-aid kit with good bandaids, moleskin, alcohol wipes and general stuff you wouldn't necessarily go to the Doc for
  
• a few good quality plastic clothespins (these ones can be found at the dollar store)
  
• paracord is universal and I've used it for everything from shoelaces to making a clothesline in my tent.
  
• headlamp with red light
  
• a couple of suction cup hooks
  
• travel coffee mug
  
• gym stuff (especially a water bottle)
  
• good quality earplugs
  
• noise-cancelling headphones
  
• baby wipes
  
  Best of luck to him. Some of my best memories come from deployments.

UV-5R, small axe, 3/8 socket set, random pipe, water bottles, tow strap, mosquito repellant, hi-lift jack with liftmate, moving blanket, tarp, paracord, aerokroil

if I had to pick three things it would be the UV5R, blanket, socket set, paracord. see what I did there?

1000 Foot Black Parachute Cord Paracord Type III Military Specification 550 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002HJ1CK4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_GMO4DbER420RX

This should do the trick. And its military!

It is pretty easy to find, yeah. Just make sure you buy the real stuff, and not a cheap-o knockoff. Look on the label for '550lb breaking strength,' or something similar. You can find it at any army/navy store, or here on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Olive-550LB-Military-Nylon-Paracord/dp/B005ENZ81O/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1419222918&sr=8-3&keywords=paracord+550

As you can see, it is not very expensive, and it does come in tons of different colors. It is very, very simple to seal the ends. Cut to length, then heat the cut ends with a lighter. Once they are melted a bit, squash them with a pair of pliers, or similar utensil. You will see a lot of people wearing paracord bracelets these days. One of its (MANY) uses is as an emergency bootlace replacement. I wear one myself, nowadays. They are very simple to make.

Hope this works out for you.

I ate a moth.

Live.

It was dusty.

My friends paid me £5 and I was drunk so hey ho. It actually wasn't too bad but I don't think I'd do it again. ^^Or ^^maybe ^^I ^^would

Gag me with a spoon

I'd like [this(http://www.amazon.co.uk/Paracord-Survival-Bracelet-Stainless-Shackle/dp/B008U04NQ4/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=ODG6TKVVVL5Q&coliid=I1TJ5AQ0C5BU8H) fine piece of man jewellery if I win please!

This is cool and it has quite a few uses! CANDLE!

Paracord 550 Survival Bracelet with Stainless Steel Bow Shackle - Desert camo---Ideal Accessory for Camping, Boating, Hunting, Hiking, and Other Sports Activities.
http://amazon.co.uk/dp/B008U04NQ4

100' of Paracord for $14.

I got the cord off of Amazon
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B009R1KAGM?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00

I'm currently looking into threading it through the molle on the back, need to order more cord though as I made some bracelets with what I had left over from the sling.

> J'en ai plein le cul des religieux de mes couilles.

Prend un laxatif.

> Allez vous faire foutre.

Avec plaisir.

> Chez pas quoi.

Ton orthographe m'a donné le cancer.

> L'état doit prendre possession des églises, mosquées et synagogues.

Ça a été essayé. Ça s'est fini par la seule faillite que la France ait connue.

> j'ouvre un temple Jedi.

Ca existe déjà.

> 3 octobre de chaque année pour commémorer la mort de maitre Yoda.

Il est pas mort, il a fusionné avec la Force.

> Parce que vous l'instant, ma laïcité promise au collège, j'peux me la mettre 3 fois dans le cul.

Va t'informer un peu sur les différentes conceptions de la laïcité et comment elles ont façonnées la France de 1789 a nos jours. Puis reprend un laxatif, parce que visiblement tu as un souci avec ton cul.

> Humains de merde.

https://www.amazon.fr/WINGONEER-Parachute-Paracorde-Paracord-woodland/dp/B009R1KAGM/ref=sr_1_1?s=sports&ie=UTF8&qid=1468936846&sr=1-1

https://www.amazon.fr/Promobo--Tabouret-D%C3%A9montable-Design-Studio/dp/B01C7VVG16/ref=sr_1_3?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1468936872&sr=1-3&keywords=tabouret

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Pick a color Paracord Planet 550 Cord Type III 7 Strand Paracord 100 Foot Hank - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00E63091M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_tFc8Cb23MAQ2W I’ll make you one link me the color I’ll do it for ceesas price faster shipping, and the thinnest chord