what is it with people posting videos saying um um um um um um um um um um um all the time doesnt these people think of what there going to do and say before recording get your story right first coz folk dnt want to watch if people dnt know what there saying the end
Ummmmmmmmm, don't you know you can buy Paracord from the CaliforniaCarpenter7 beer fund?
It's 550, with 7 internal strands. It comes with a custom, handwritten note from me that says "Thanks for your money, asshole" and it's only 10x more expensive.
I have switched to bank-line (tarred/twisted twine) for the bulk of my cordage, these days ... This "catfish line" can be had in any strength, from ~85# up to well over 550# and it does not stretch or rot, even when wet (as p-cord does). Further ... bankline (fishing twine) is way better for fishing and snares ... better for tie-downs and tie-outs ... better for shelters ... more dextrous. I still carry 100' of p-cord but much more bankline ... many more linear feet-per pound & compact
hey if your a paracord fan and into offensive comedy you should def come check my site for my first and only video! it's maybe not that funny for all. sorry if offended. not for girls.
Duh, I have dogtags too. No need to be rude. I was just mentioning that the proceeds go toward a good cause, and its just as expensive as buying good paracord at a store. UMMMMM.
Ummm buy a survival straps bracelet, its 550 paracord, and its several feet long, with the 7 internal strands. Proceeds go to the wounded warriors project! And you can personalize with a dog tag, and colors! Wayyyy better than buying plain paracord!
@zero11010 Hey there! About the ammount of strings inside the paracord, is just the thing of "the more, the merrier". Of course you can do all things he listed with string, but it's better to have a strong cord and don't need it than need it and only have strings. If you have paracord, you can make traps, you can fish, make a bowdrill and build shelter without loosing too many cord volume. If you only had strings, you would loose too much material. Hope I could help, sorry about my english.
the white cord is just regular clothing line cord. doesn't hold much wait. nothing beats paracord! makes great slings, splint binding, and ternakits, and so much more! you can get it at and military surplus store, most sports stores, and online. Best and most useful way to carry bulk amounts of paracord is with survival straps, bracelets, and necklaces. You can even make your dogs and cat's collar out of it.
You said it best. Most of the stuff they sell at most camping departments of stores is just that "Pure Crap". Para cord is the best stuff you can buy . You can never really have enough of it. Great ideas for uses Ryan.
I was hopeing to find out the use of Paracord of your every day cary like i tow cars scale mountins (and show how to do this. ) like you sead there are so many use for this it would be nice if you mention a few (not just cutting it up and use it as a wrist band. i figure that you can use that cheep stuff for fishing or snare traping. can you make a harnest for climing or something like that ??? thank you
@ChevelleZombie according to wikipedia that means that you have either type 1 or 2 paracord, and can only hold 95 and 400 lbs respectively, the main type which can hold 550lbs (hence the name) is type 3
Anyone thinking of using paracord belts in an urban environment to like escape from burning buildings? I mean a belt made of these would have what, 200 feet of cord? That is at least 10 floors high.
ok, what i got from this video was, stay away from fake 550 cord. there were no interesting or new methods of use. this is the 5th video i've seen that claims 550 cord has sooo many uses, but fails to name very many at all.
You didn't show anything except a lanyard. You say u can use it for making a fire bow, can u make fire like that? Please make a video. I can't do it. And if you plan on using it for something, make sure you can do it plz. Good job
Good idea for a video, but I didn't learn anything new. All things you said 550 can be used for I all ready know. It would help to better light the foreground for your close ups. Don't get me wrong it's a good video with lots of useful information, I was just hoping for the advanced level version.
paracord is not optimal for alot of things ...don't bring only paracord and expect to fish and make snares with it better..... than many other options.like bank line
Never shoot against your light source. This will cause the aperture in your camera to shrink, meaning the video image will come out too dark and create way too much contrast. Instead, place your source next to you or behind you so that it casts light in the same direction as your eyes.
Also, try to avoid incandescent light bulbs as they make everything look way too yellow. Try fluorescent light instead, the video image may come out greenish but it looks better!
=) my belt is paracord, cobra stitch with an overhand knot to hold it in place. and i finnaly learned how to make a daisy chain today knew how to make a cobra stitch for about a month now.
Just for your info, there is actually 14 interior strands. The 7 strands are double twist, so theres even more bang for your buck. Next to duct tape, this is man's greatest invention.
Thanks for the vid, Ryan. On your advice, I bought some. I could have done with it in French forests over the past ten days but better late than never. For fellow Limies out there, the real McCoy 550 is available at sales@thebushcraftstore.co.uk. I got it today, disassembled a sample and it's true to form nylon 7 strand internal and you can eventually break it down to filaments thinner than a human hair. 50ft for £3.98 shipping included, and any weird colour you like, if you don't go for olive!
I replaced my bootlaces with paracord... advantage? Many. If it did get sticky you could take out the interior strands and use them for snares or bend together to make a fishing line and still have the "casing" to still use as bootlaces. I really hate these "survival experts" who advocate the use of your bootlaces for everything and then leaving you asking "Now what keeps by boots on my feet so I can walk outta here?". I "finished" the ends with shrink-tubing
What's up your ass ? I said it would be easier to list the things it can't be used for . So what I pretty much said with out saying it that it is pretty damn useful/versatile . So grow a brain and try to read comments more thoroughly .
Army surplus stores; on the internet or around your town. And you can pretty much find it anywhere on the internet if you just type in 550 paracord into google.
once again, great video... very informative as always.... however i still have to say, u need to relax dude... great information, great equipment, but any item u show, is flashing back and forth on the screen so fast i cant barely see it... in the nicest way possible, ur very twitchy... take a breath and relax....keep up the great videos
Thanks for the constructive criticism. And thanks for being very respectful about it. Alot of people are not, and I appreciate it. These are older videos, and I've been told the same thing before. I've pretty much corrected the "jittery-ness" in my newer vids, and I'll keep it in mind when I make more. However, I wont be re-uploading these older videos so I guess people will just have to deal with it. Thanks again. Be safe -Ryan
Silence, ersblicken. Do you really think that for a moment, anyone who came here to learn about survival tools discredited ryanjcus on his speech (which, btw, is perfectly fine)? No.
It sounds like you, erstblicken, are the one who needs more credibility.
I learned some valuable things from this video, and I'm glad it was posted!
Don't sweat it-- it's no big deal. Your accent or something sounds to me like you are saying "impor-ant" but I am told those of us up near Canada sound different, too, eh?
550 Paracord is a great rope, but like everything, it does have some cons. For example, removing a strand for fishing, snaring, sewing, etc. it weakens the rope and requires cutting the Paracord to the required length. Carrying 550 Paracord is good but you should also carry different rope too, like jute twine and thin cotten string.
Great stuff, I am looking to put together a personal kit and plan on going with a bracelet of 550.
Got a question though: with all the bending, braiding and flexing going on, will that not rub the inner strands against each other and cause internal fray or breaks?
hey ryanjcus ,thanx for the videos.I have watched several now and would suggest them for people trying to get a potentially lifesaving system togetherwho are your everyday people.Like your style and keep up the good work.You never know when you might have taught someone something that could save their life.I like how you work on a budget too.These days most do so it is extra helpful.And you seem like a humble man wich is refreshing..
I bougt blavkhaek 550 paracord. But it has 9 internal straps. Shouldent it hold much more then? But perhaps the outer case is thinner... I dont know :P
Good video. 550 paracord has saved my butt more then a couple times. Its like ductape it good for everything. The seven inside strands are great for sewing in a pinch, and detail work like arrow making. I usually get mine at Bass pro shops or almost any surplus store. It cost around 12$ per hundred feet. So its really cheap. Great video lots if info.
Thanks for the info. I had no idea it was so useful, In fact I always looked at is as something people who didn't know any better bought instead of good nylon string or a descent rope. I am wrong... and apparently a little lame.
I've never ordered cord from countycomm, however I'm sure it's decent stuff. It that tpe of site. Usually paracord with the 7 interior strands is good quality. It's the cotton filled cord that sucks. Thanks
I do have a question for you. Do you think that if you took the strands out of the cord and balled it up would it catch fire? Could you use the fire steel to start the fire?
Thanks Bro. I've never tried it. But that is a very good question/idea. I would guestimate that it wouldn't take a spark well, but I never tried so I don't know. Maybe I'll try it later and get back to you. If you try it keep me posted. I'm know jute twin is good for fires. Thanks Again!
i also replaced all my zipper pulls with roughly 6 ft of hemp twine that can be broke down into 3 seperate strands or more per zipper. they are cobra knoted. i would imagine i have 8 zipper w/ 6 ft each making around 48 ft alone. if broke down into 3 strands per zip..i have around 144 ft of usable cordage. i woulda used paracord, but didn't wanna waste it on the zippers
the paracord can be used as sutchers if you have the means. i need to get a few sutcher needles! if you use a cobra knot for the kneclace..you could fit almost 3 times more cord..i have 8ft of cord arround my wrist
para cord is awesome. i always keep atleast a couple of hundred feet around just for safe keeping. Also 150 foot in the BOB, thanks for the great vid. keep them coming.
Am I the only person that thinks this gent sounds exactly like Israel? (WeAllJuggleKnives)
This isn't a bad thing, by the way. It's just something I picked up on.
Jallandhara 1 week ago
Any cordage is good, dont matter what u use if ur trying to survive, learn how to make it from plants aswell
TheXJthatCould 2 weeks ago
what is it with people posting videos saying um um um um um um um um um um um all the time doesnt these people think of what there going to do and say before recording get your story right first coz folk dnt want to watch if people dnt know what there saying the end
SuperBRONSON21 1 month ago
bunch about explaining what 550 is and what it's not but barely any benefits explained
AndrewTheFilipino 1 month ago
Surplus stores have it.
beatty169 1 month ago
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SOMEBODY PLEASE HELP, I NEED A WEBSITE WHERE I CAN BUY 550 PARA-CORD WITH $CASH$
4estadventurer 1 month ago
what pack do you have?
prometheus19799791 1 month ago
What exactly is it you're surviving from ????????????
sallymaggiespotty 1 month ago
You could use the interior strands to suture a wound. I had to do that once.
biggamehunter509 2 months ago
@Jay5355 i honestly dont care if you think im being rude...i was mentioning a product that aids a charity. soooo thank you for commenting.((:
CountrySinger309 3 months ago
@gusssugs is def right haha
Jay5355 3 months ago
I'm not sure if my interior is real or not at this point.. I mean I suspended myself off a pull up bar to test the cord but i'm still like paranoid.
Cheehooo24 4 months ago
Ummmmmmmmm, don't you know you can buy Paracord from the CaliforniaCarpenter7 beer fund?
It's 550, with 7 internal strands. It comes with a custom, handwritten note from me that says "Thanks for your money, asshole" and it's only 10x more expensive.
Interested?
CaliforniaCarpenter7 4 months ago
I have switched to bank-line (tarred/twisted twine) for the bulk of my cordage, these days ... This "catfish line" can be had in any strength, from ~85# up to well over 550# and it does not stretch or rot, even when wet (as p-cord does). Further ... bankline (fishing twine) is way better for fishing and snares ... better for tie-downs and tie-outs ... better for shelters ... more dextrous. I still carry 100' of p-cord but much more bankline ... many more linear feet-per pound & compact
phrankus2009 5 months ago
Paracord!!! Second only to duct tape :)
TheSouthernAndrew 5 months ago
I like the part about keeping your paracord organized for easy location, and bundleingit up.
Timothyjones1000 5 months ago
para cord. and climbing gear. ( ;
Renagadepatriot 6 months ago
Thanks for posting. Very informative.
tigranvartanovitch 6 months ago
hey if your a paracord fan and into offensive comedy you should def come check my site for my first and only video! it's maybe not that funny for all. sorry if offended. not for girls.
peace
daniel
ILoveEweKnot 7 months ago
sapo
JBGL612 7 months ago
Duh, I have dogtags too. No need to be rude. I was just mentioning that the proceeds go toward a good cause, and its just as expensive as buying good paracord at a store. UMMMMM.
CountrySinger309 7 months ago
@CountrySinger309 Lady, I don't even have a clue what your charity is.
ryanjcus 7 months ago 9
@CountrySinger309 ur the one being rude
Jay5355 3 months ago
Ummm buy a survival straps bracelet, its 550 paracord, and its several feet long, with the 7 internal strands. Proceeds go to the wounded warriors project! And you can personalize with a dog tag, and colors! Wayyyy better than buying plain paracord!
CountrySinger309 7 months ago
@CountrySinger309 ummm or I could just make one myself, and put my own dog tag on it. UMMM
ryanjcus 7 months ago 8
I came here looking for information. I know little about 550 paracord, and people seem to swear by it.
This video:
- Could be made into a 2 minute video providing the same information.
- Mentioned 550 paracord with 7 interior threads is best, but doesn't say why or how.
- Several examples are provided for things that can be done with ... string. But, I didn't see anything that required any hardcore cord.
- The basic example of how to store cord was informational.
zero11010 7 months ago
@zero11010 Hey there! About the ammount of strings inside the paracord, is just the thing of "the more, the merrier". Of course you can do all things he listed with string, but it's better to have a strong cord and don't need it than need it and only have strings. If you have paracord, you can make traps, you can fish, make a bowdrill and build shelter without loosing too many cord volume. If you only had strings, you would loose too much material. Hope I could help, sorry about my english.
kerozenimus 7 months ago
I might pick up a paracord belt, or make my own. Then I would always have a LOT of paracord, but this website wants 120 for a belt lol!
iLoveMyGun89 7 months ago
the white cord is just regular clothing line cord. doesn't hold much wait. nothing beats paracord! makes great slings, splint binding, and ternakits, and so much more! you can get it at and military surplus store, most sports stores, and online. Best and most useful way to carry bulk amounts of paracord is with survival straps, bracelets, and necklaces. You can even make your dogs and cat's collar out of it.
SkywarnStormChaser 7 months ago
Alot of rambling with little information.
Gusssugs 7 months ago 3
@Gusssugs LOL you don't even have one upload! Come back crying when you make your own vid.
ryanjcus 7 months ago
@ryanjcus you do know gusssugs has a point...
jpsg777 3 months ago
@crazymoo56 you got ripped off dude. Go to emergencymatters(dot)com. I bought 100ft from there for $7
HDJ500 8 months ago
You said it best. Most of the stuff they sell at most camping departments of stores is just that "Pure Crap". Para cord is the best stuff you can buy . You can never really have enough of it. Great ideas for uses Ryan.
Survival108010 8 months ago
Haha he kept calling it crap
randominfo316 8 months ago
I was hopeing to find out the use of Paracord of your every day cary like i tow cars scale mountins (and show how to do this. ) like you sead there are so many use for this it would be nice if you mention a few (not just cutting it up and use it as a wrist band. i figure that you can use that cheep stuff for fishing or snare traping. can you make a harnest for climing or something like that ??? thank you
richardheadIII 10 months ago
I just ordered some from Amazon for the price of £10 for 100ft and that includes the postage costs. That's $16 (US).
crazymoo56 10 months ago
what if theres only four white starnds in the interior.
ChevelleZombie 10 months ago
@ChevelleZombie according to wikipedia that means that you have either type 1 or 2 paracord, and can only hold 95 and 400 lbs respectively, the main type which can hold 550lbs (hence the name) is type 3
AZKOJYUN 10 months ago
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Hey, I just wanted to share this great source that I found for 550 paracord on ebay.
The guy shipped it out really fast and had great communication. He has quite a few different colors with apparently a bunch more colors to come.
Go on ebay and search for: 50 ft ~ 550 Paracord ~ US made ~ para cord parchute 50'
(his user name is mrredwings9mtb)
MrRedWings9mtb 11 months ago
Thanks man, useful vid.
Nice tat btw.
Slash28ACR 11 months ago
Anyone thinking of using paracord belts in an urban environment to like escape from burning buildings? I mean a belt made of these would have what, 200 feet of cord? That is at least 10 floors high.
jiangyifu 1 year ago
ok, what i got from this video was, stay away from fake 550 cord. there were no interesting or new methods of use. this is the 5th video i've seen that claims 550 cord has sooo many uses, but fails to name very many at all.
silverblue73 1 year ago
i always go with military sealed one
higoten1993 1 year ago
You didn't show anything except a lanyard. You say u can use it for making a fire bow, can u make fire like that? Please make a video. I can't do it. And if you plan on using it for something, make sure you can do it plz. Good job
emosplinter 1 year ago
Good idea for a video, but I didn't learn anything new. All things you said 550 can be used for I all ready know. It would help to better light the foreground for your close ups. Don't get me wrong it's a good video with lots of useful information, I was just hoping for the advanced level version.
ScorpionRegent 1 year ago
Just a friendly advice. Put some tape on that can opener or it might cut you badly if you have it on the necklace around your neck :).
Great videos! Keep up the good work!
gwaar 1 year ago
heinnie.com/product.asp?strParents=&CAT_ID=0&P_ID=3756&strPageHistory=search&numSearchStartRecord=1
does this look good enough? According to a review it has 6 strands, not 7.
nylecrane2k7 1 year ago
you could us the cheap walmart stuffs thing that its wrapt around the thing for your paracord
TheBigfoot1379 1 year ago
its good for shoe strings to
TheBigfoot1379 1 year ago
at 6 42 haha lol i have 2 degre burns on my hands from that
berlinwood39 1 year ago
I get my paracord from my friend. His uncles in the army.
Kilgore98 1 year ago
look up paracord donut. I think thats the best way to carry it. it never bunches up.
SamuelSattrfield 1 year ago
"This is pure crap" Haha, that's true of many things on the market nowadays
XxmindcellxX 1 year ago
@nector1592 LMAO. Same here. Good video.
jooleyen 1 year ago
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James92802 1 year ago
@RhodesHVACR i think that it would be fine and pretty kicka**
Baseballman1998 1 year ago
paracord is not optimal for alot of things ...don't bring only paracord and expect to fish and make snares with it better..... than many other options.like bank line
stymye 1 year ago
Awsome vid!
alazz912 1 year ago
you could use that fluffy crap for fly fishing it works believe it or not
awsosppin7861 1 year ago
You come from wilson tactical?
PsalmsOfPlanets072 1 year ago
you actually take that survival backpack everywhere you go throughout the week?
lol
and why should the whistle not be waterproof?
MrRoehre 1 year ago
you actually take that survival backpack everywhere you go throughout the week?
lol
MrRoehre 1 year ago
@spartanprepper not if you weigh more then 550 pounds ;)
45Blackjack 1 year ago
Slooooooooooooooooooow down dude...less caffeine next time.
Lonmeister27 1 year ago
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I hunt with my bare hands.
AntiChristClub 1 year ago
where do you get 550 paracord
5mrkevin 1 year ago
Tech tip for making videos:
Never shoot against your light source. This will cause the aperture in your camera to shrink, meaning the video image will come out too dark and create way too much contrast. Instead, place your source next to you or behind you so that it casts light in the same direction as your eyes.
Also, try to avoid incandescent light bulbs as they make everything look way too yellow. Try fluorescent light instead, the video image may come out greenish but it looks better!
foxkenji 1 year ago
The easiest and cheapest way to get good paracord is to go to any AAFES store.
Vyppaaa11 1 year ago
=) my belt is paracord, cobra stitch with an overhand knot to hold it in place. and i finnaly learned how to make a daisy chain today knew how to make a cobra stitch for about a month now.
slapoutz 1 year ago
could you tell me would para cord hold up a camping hammock
hanghoodiescum 1 year ago
lol "this is just pure crap...."
afterburner619 1 year ago
Just for your info, there is actually 14 interior strands. The 7 strands are double twist, so theres even more bang for your buck. Next to duct tape, this is man's greatest invention.
weissisright 1 year ago
nice, but how strong are the interior strings?
BlueOysterCult89085 1 year ago
Great video dude! Just noticed the Twicth II. My personal EDC knife!
Thanks,
neotracer
neotracer075 1 year ago
too long, wanted to see the benfits, and didn't hear any until almost halfway through, ok info though
Chabubu424 1 year ago
stupid question what do you use paracord for
FluffyAnger571 1 year ago
Where can you buy paracord?
omgjuggalo304 1 year ago
Paracord is the knock-off name for parachute cord. Good video
thedarkriver1 1 year ago
haha use the inner strand as floss. it actually works pretty good!
bighousej316 1 year ago
good vid but bit too much repetitive talking :P
john22112 1 year ago
Thanks for the vid, Ryan. On your advice, I bought some. I could have done with it in French forests over the past ten days but better late than never. For fellow Limies out there, the real McCoy 550 is available at sales@thebushcraftstore.co.uk. I got it today, disassembled a sample and it's true to form nylon 7 strand internal and you can eventually break it down to filaments thinner than a human hair. 50ft for £3.98 shipping included, and any weird colour you like, if you don't go for olive!
neighbour666 1 year ago
Great vid! Yeah I got 8 interior strand and it is great!
nulljaegerfox 1 year ago
damn your hands are fast!
Fearyourgovernment 1 year ago
Good information. Thanks. Real American made quality 550 para cord is the best.
Rocksterrr 1 year ago
What kind of tactical bag was that you quickly showed?
nx1z 1 year ago
what color is cool color ?? Tan I think ~!?
urkingod 1 year ago
Where do you buy your paracord?
MidnightHail 1 year ago
I survived 3 weeks with a knife and 25 feet of paracord.
Dbcombo11 1 year ago
I have survived week with a knife and 25 feet of paracord.
Dbcombo11 1 year ago
I replaced my bootlaces with paracord... advantage? Many. If it did get sticky you could take out the interior strands and use them for snares or bend together to make a fishing line and still have the "casing" to still use as bootlaces. I really hate these "survival experts" who advocate the use of your bootlaces for everything and then leaving you asking "Now what keeps by boots on my feet so I can walk outta here?". I "finished" the ends with shrink-tubing
BigGooseDaddy 1 year ago
good video i like them they really help and are very imformational ( i probably spelled something wrong lol)
pupetsmaster97 1 year ago
just bought a 100 ft. made a cobra stitch braclet........and i am well satisfied!
dodgingaces 1 year ago
550 para cord has so many uses, it's REDONKULOUS!!!!
Nice vid man! 5/5
DaneStolthed 1 year ago
What's up your ass ? I said it would be easier to list the things it can't be used for . So what I pretty much said with out saying it that it is pretty damn useful/versatile . So grow a brain and try to read comments more thoroughly .
c2r5i3p 2 years ago 2
It would be easier to list the thing you can't use it for .
c2r5i3p 2 years ago 21
thanks for the tut!
tekno1er 2 years ago
hey do you think you could send me a link of a good place to pick up like 1000ft of paracord i want to make sure i am getting the right stuff
thanks
painfull94 2 years ago
Here's a link to the good stuff:
tiny (dot) cc (slash) o625Q
youtube doesn't like links in comments apparently
PatriotEarth 2 years ago
Did you mention boot laces?
mgd25 2 years ago
Nice video I am most deffenetly geting some of that cord, but quick question, where can I buy some?
TheJORPR777 2 years ago
You can pick it up at any outdoors stores. Sportsmans warehouse, REI, etc. Or even try the internet
Matticus343 2 years ago
Army surplus stores; on the internet or around your town. And you can pretty much find it anywhere on the internet if you just type in 550 paracord into google.
swedishgorilla1 2 years ago
once again, great video... very informative as always.... however i still have to say, u need to relax dude... great information, great equipment, but any item u show, is flashing back and forth on the screen so fast i cant barely see it... in the nicest way possible, ur very twitchy... take a breath and relax....keep up the great videos
irishedawg 2 years ago 20
Thanks for the constructive criticism. And thanks for being very respectful about it. Alot of people are not, and I appreciate it. These are older videos, and I've been told the same thing before. I've pretty much corrected the "jittery-ness" in my newer vids, and I'll keep it in mind when I make more. However, I wont be re-uploading these older videos so I guess people will just have to deal with it. Thanks again. Be safe -Ryan
ryanjcus 2 years ago 5
Nice video. Great for a newby like me.
Breal191 2 years ago
Silence, ersblicken. Do you really think that for a moment, anyone who came here to learn about survival tools discredited ryanjcus on his speech (which, btw, is perfectly fine)? No.
It sounds like you, erstblicken, are the one who needs more credibility.
I learned some valuable things from this video, and I'm glad it was posted!
dklilm0mma 2 years ago
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Great videos, but there are two "T"s in the word important. Work on it-- clarity equals credibility.
erstblicken 2 years ago
What are you talking about? Where is it misspelled?
ryanjcus 2 years ago
Don't sweat it-- it's no big deal. Your accent or something sounds to me like you are saying "impor-ant" but I am told those of us up near Canada sound different, too, eh?
erstblicken 2 years ago
550 Paracord is a great rope, but like everything, it does have some cons. For example, removing a strand for fishing, snaring, sewing, etc. it weakens the rope and requires cutting the Paracord to the required length. Carrying 550 Paracord is good but you should also carry different rope too, like jute twine and thin cotten string.
magicster123 2 years ago
Great stuff, I am looking to put together a personal kit and plan on going with a bracelet of 550.
Got a question though: with all the bending, braiding and flexing going on, will that not rub the inner strands against each other and cause internal fray or breaks?
KamenDesantis 2 years ago
Nice video, learning much from your videos, thanks
Roboflux 2 years ago
Nice video, very informative! What is the shistle you have?
TheMassAnnoyance 2 years ago
Hey Man, terrific video. Thank you.
BMXpyro1122 2 years ago
This was great! Much appreciated. Do you know what is the EU version of the 550 cord? Or anything iwth 5-7 internal cords would do.
handrewtube 2 years ago
Excellent. Thank you.
WHITERACIALLOYALIST 2 years ago
crappy crap! LOL
09ssl 2 years ago
hey ryanjcus ,thanx for the videos.I have watched several now and would suggest them for people trying to get a potentially lifesaving system togetherwho are your everyday people.Like your style and keep up the good work.You never know when you might have taught someone something that could save their life.I like how you work on a budget too.These days most do so it is extra helpful.And you seem like a humble man wich is refreshing..
fyirish 2 years ago
ok sorry dude i did not know you had this vid, but for noobs i would be best to say (Parachute Cord) cus the crap gos by (Para Cord)
Love your Videos
TheManMountian 2 years ago
Thanks Buddy...no problem
ryanjcus 2 years ago
military supply stores, cheaperthandirt, sportsmansguide,
miller4546 2 years ago 3
good video man
cosmicterror 2 years ago
I bougt blavkhaek 550 paracord. But it has 9 internal straps. Shouldent it hold much more then? But perhaps the outer case is thinner... I dont know :P
qriller 2 years ago
Thats 650 cord. Thus can hold 650 ibs. 550 can hold 550 ibs.
severzero 2 years ago
Good Vid! I'd also like to add that if you have a Military Surplus around your area they usually carry 550 and it's the real thing. Thanks again.
BPBundy 2 years ago
the crappy ony looks like a shoelace
chillaxitsdylan 3 years ago
the bad para cord is called perlon cord...
joeharris1996 3 years ago
or sportsmans cord.aka crap
miller4546 2 years ago
NVM posted that comment half way through your video...Sorry!
4original5origami6 3 years ago
wait just wondering but whats the differance between like 550 and like 650 paracord?
4original5origami6 3 years ago
its the strength of it
550 paracord holds 550 pounds
450 paracord holds 450 pounds
650 paracord holds 650 pounds
IWannaHuntTheRut 3 years ago
been trying to find 650. if you know where to get some, email me direct
miller4546 2 years ago
how thick is it ?? 3-4 mm?
torpilo 3 years ago
it looks like someones been buying from countycomm =) or maybe its just me cuz the firesteel paracord and signal mirror
also paracord has 14 strands. the 7 are actually 2 twisted together to make half of 14
ERCCRE123 3 years ago
These items were all purchased at local stores. Thanks and be safe
ryanjcus 3 years ago
Good video. 550 paracord has saved my butt more then a couple times. Its like ductape it good for everything. The seven inside strands are great for sewing in a pinch, and detail work like arrow making. I usually get mine at Bass pro shops or almost any surplus store. It cost around 12$ per hundred feet. So its really cheap. Great video lots if info.
Oak0586 3 years ago 2
Thanks for the info. I had no idea it was so useful, In fact I always looked at is as something people who didn't know any better bought instead of good nylon string or a descent rope. I am wrong... and apparently a little lame.
ThubTheOriginal 3 years ago
where can i get the cord and for how much
legosyco200 3 years ago
is the stuff from countycomm good
tabler1010 3 years ago
I've never ordered cord from countycomm, however I'm sure it's decent stuff. It that tpe of site. Usually paracord with the 7 interior strands is good quality. It's the cotton filled cord that sucks. Thanks
ryanjcus 3 years ago
I do have a question for you. Do you think that if you took the strands out of the cord and balled it up would it catch fire? Could you use the fire steel to start the fire?
cchheettt 3 years ago
Thanks Bro. I've never tried it. But that is a very good question/idea. I would guestimate that it wouldn't take a spark well, but I never tried so I don't know. Maybe I'll try it later and get back to you. If you try it keep me posted. I'm know jute twin is good for fires. Thanks Again!
ryanjcus 3 years ago
Great video, and information.
cchheettt 3 years ago
Try cheaperthandirt com. Thanks for watching!!
ryanjcus 3 years ago
Can you tell me where you got your basic survival kit pouch.
122333nic 2 years ago
any good surplus store should have them
boyscouter122893 2 years ago
i also replaced all my zipper pulls with roughly 6 ft of hemp twine that can be broke down into 3 seperate strands or more per zipper. they are cobra knoted. i would imagine i have 8 zipper w/ 6 ft each making around 48 ft alone. if broke down into 3 strands per zip..i have around 144 ft of usable cordage. i woulda used paracord, but didn't wanna waste it on the zippers
THREEFLOORSDOWN1 3 years ago
the paracord can be used as sutchers if you have the means. i need to get a few sutcher needles! if you use a cobra knot for the kneclace..you could fit almost 3 times more cord..i have 8ft of cord arround my wrist
THREEFLOORSDOWN1 3 years ago
How do you have it braided around your wrist? Would you mind pointing me in the right direction?
Thanks
ryantheallstar 3 years ago
if you go to my channel & view my cordage tips video...i post a link to a site that shows the steps..its also in the description
THREEFLOORSDOWN1 3 years ago
GREAT video
Thanks
fverwoer 3 years ago 2
i love this video....paracord is the one thing i never can leave home without....besides my sidearm great video
MeanJRod 3 years ago 3
Nicely done. Thanks for all the info and demo. Very educational. Hope to see more. Jet over and out
jetfuel545 3 years ago 2
para cord is awesome. i always keep atleast a couple of hundred feet around just for safe keeping. Also 150 foot in the BOB, thanks for the great vid. keep them coming.
syco4420 3 years ago
Very good information. Thanks for uploading and for explaining the wrapping part at the end(!), I always had trouble with that.
robinkoeman 3 years ago 3