Paracord Ropes

Paracord translates as parachute cord. It is characterised by high durability and strength. You may encounter various designations such as Paracord 550, 550 Cord or Parachute cord. When purchasing paracord products, you should pay attention to buying quality paracord. It is made from 100% nylon and its core should consist of seven strands. Particularly when using paracord in outdoor, camping or climbing contexts, you must be careful not to buy various cheaper imitations. A quality paracord can save your life when needed, or conversely a poor-quality cord can cause serious problems. This does not apply, however, if you will be using paracord for creative purposes or merely for tying down equipment and the like.

How to Choose a Paracord Rope

We offer paracord ropes from well-known outdoor manufacturers such as MFH or Helikon-Tex. When choosing a paracord rope, the colour is not that important, although the choice is truly very wide and varied. When choosing a paracord rope, the most important factors are how many strands it is made from and its load capacity. Load capacity is stated in pounds and the highest-quality Paracord 550 will hold a minimum of 550 pounds, i.e. approximately 250 kg. It is manufactured to NATO military specifications and is truly robust. You can also choose paracord for everyday use in thicknesses of 5 mm, 7 mm and 9 mm.

Uses of Paracord Rope

Polypropylene paracord ropes are strong and used for various purposes during hiking, fishing, various outdoor activities and other time spent in nature. You can use it for load-bearing purposes, securing materials and various tasks. It can be cut into smaller pieces and to prevent fraying, finish the end by singeing it. On a multi-day trek, it will be a welcome aid when building a makeshift shelter and refuge that will protect you from the rain. A paracord rope is an excellent aid for starting a fire as tinder material.
During a trek you may be caught unexpectedly by heavy fog or darkness, so paracord rope can be used to tie all members of the group together, keeping them in a group. It can also serve in various injuries, for example fractures, to immobilise a limb by tying it to a straight branch with paracord. Or you can use it as a tourniquet in the event of a snake bite.