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Carrying paracord?
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I too carry my paracord in my pack. I just coil wrap it around itself. Kind of like how mountaineers carry their rope. It works fine for me.
here is a creative way to carry some if you don't mind undoing it when you need it. i'm working on making a strap about 5' long to wear over my shoulder and sling stuff to. it's a lot of cordage, but it will be an easy way to carry a ton of extra without it getting tangled and messy. i'll probably still carry some like the previous posters mentioned though, just because it would be easier and more accessible. i'd hate to need some in an emergency and have to fool around with unraveling my strap.
I put these coils in the sheath of my Fenix TK10 and have them in my backpack at all times - that way it doesn't get damaged by the stuff around it and it won't loosen up. And I wanted to carry the sheath too in case I don't wear a jacket but want a flashlight close by and dont want to clip it in my pocket.
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Another vote for simple. I keep 20'-30' wrapped neatly in each of my bags. Sometimes simple is better. Unraveling some of those braids is a pain and the paracord comes out all kinked.
I've done some paracord bracelets and stuff in the past and they are good for keeping small amounts on your person in an extreme emergency like if you are separated from your pac. But it's not a way to store paracord you plan on using IMO.
I've done some paracord bracelets and stuff in the past and they are good for keeping small amounts on your person in an extreme emergency like if you are separated from your pac. But it's not a way to store paracord you plan on using IMO.
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I usually double it up (or even re-double if I have a lot of it) and daisy-chain it.
Once I get to the end I can grab the loose ends and square knot them around the loops at the top, making a ring... this keeps it from getting tangled and can be easily unraveled for use later. I try not to make my daisy-chain too tight, otherwise it kinks the paracord quite a bit. Not a big deal, but just a little harder to work with (especially with cold fingers!). Hanking the line and wrapping it tightly can also kink the paracord.
If you want to have it really handy, the loop can be clipped with a carabiner to your pack, or tied through a loop or something - I usually keep my cordage inside out of the elements, if possible, though.
Pics of two daisy chains I had - one was a general purpose chain (~40') tied into a "ring" as described, the smaller one was simply a few 4' strands I use for my storm lines to hold my tent down:
Once I get to the end I can grab the loose ends and square knot them around the loops at the top, making a ring... this keeps it from getting tangled and can be easily unraveled for use later. I try not to make my daisy-chain too tight, otherwise it kinks the paracord quite a bit. Not a big deal, but just a little harder to work with (especially with cold fingers!). Hanking the line and wrapping it tightly can also kink the paracord.
If you want to have it really handy, the loop can be clipped with a carabiner to your pack, or tied through a loop or something - I usually keep my cordage inside out of the elements, if possible, though.
Pics of two daisy chains I had - one was a general purpose chain (~40') tied into a "ring" as described, the smaller one was simply a few 4' strands I use for my storm lines to hold my tent down:
paracord donuts is a good way. but thats just for the spare cord. for the day to day use i use the simple fold and wrap
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OoQT_GUGbqQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OoQT_GUGbqQ
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I was going to suggest trying a paracord donut, but freedom beat me to it.
...or you could make a paracord belt.
...or you could make a paracord belt.
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the donuts are cool, but seems like a lot of time to braid up something that will get unbraided to use later.
a paracord belt or sling is the kind of thing you don't want to unbraid just because you need "a little cord". no problem undoing it in an emergency, but wouldn't wnat to do that once a month.
i'm a fan of a "cord kit" with some pre-cut sections with melted ends in common lengths. say 2' or 3' and 6' lengths for the mundane day to day stuff. this should help keep you from chopping up the long length for every little use. saves melting ends evey time you cut a length, etc.
bundle it up and a ranger band around the bundle doesn't hurt.
a paracord belt or sling is the kind of thing you don't want to unbraid just because you need "a little cord". no problem undoing it in an emergency, but wouldn't wnat to do that once a month.
i'm a fan of a "cord kit" with some pre-cut sections with melted ends in common lengths. say 2' or 3' and 6' lengths for the mundane day to day stuff. this should help keep you from chopping up the long length for every little use. saves melting ends evey time you cut a length, etc.
bundle it up and a ranger band around the bundle doesn't hurt.
I am all for keeping it simple when it comes to spare paracord. For spare, I just keep 50 ft. coiled in its original packaging in my bag. In my left front pocket on a carabiner that has keys and other gear, I have this because it is simple to unravel and quick to make: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y-bxW2F0TG8
If I need paracord for something, I want it very readily available
If I need paracord for something, I want it very readily available