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Paracord for Survival

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You Should Have Paracord with You at all Times

You may be asking me, "Why do I need to have Paracord with me all the time?" This is an easy question to answer. You never know when you are going to need some cord for something. You might need to tie something together under the hood of your car to hold it together till you can get it home or to the auto shop. You might need to tie a splint to a broken leg or a broken arm if someone has had an accident. To build onto that, you might have to cut off circulation to a wound to stop the bleeding till emergency services get there. having that cod could same someone's life.

There are many uses for this awesome parachute cord. I have seen people use it from everything from a belt to hanging food from the trees to keep animals from getting to it. I have seen people use it to fish with because they had nothing else to use. I have even heard of people taking it apart to use the inside threads as a way to mend clothes or even to stitch a wound together. This stuff is extremely versatile. Next to a way to start a fire and water, it should be something that is in your Survival Kit.

How to Make a Paracord Bracelet

Everyone Needs Paracord Sometime

You never know when you are going to need a little paracord for something. Things come up that require something to tie down with. Rope is a very important tool; almost as important as a knife.

This project is a great idea to make sure you have Paracord with you all the time. I like the fact that everyone can make their own, all you need is a little bit of paracord and a little time on your hands. Watch some of these videos.
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Different Ways to Use Paracord

Have Another Use, Post it.

I find people use this cord for just about anything. It is almost as versatile as duct tape. I have listed a few of the ways I know you can use Paracord. If you use them in this way or like the ideas, go ahead and vote them up. If you have another way you can use Paracord, please post it below so we can see what other ways people use the stuff.

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home improvement directories
The lists of all your home improvement need3 points

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Impulse buying at home improvement store

You suddenly get a great idea and buy some lumber or a lawn mower and you need something to tie your trunk lid shut.2 points

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Holding your Pants Up

You can make a belt out of Paracord. Basically you will make it the same way you make a bracelet. It is just a longer version of that knotted project.1 point

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Hanging Food From a Tree

I knew a few people who would go out camping. They had problems with critters getting into their coolers and other food stores. So they started tying their food and hanging it from the trees. This kept the food safe from most of the scavengers.0 points

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Securing a Splint

If you break a leg and still have to walk to get out of the woods or somewhere else, you may have make a splint to keep your leg straight and to take the majority of your weight so you can limp to safety. Paracord will tie that splint to your leg.0 points

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Securing a Suitcase

When you travel plenty of things can happen. For example the latch of your suitcase can break so use the paracord to hold it together.0 points

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Toe Line

You can pull up to 550 pounds with paracord 550. That means it should hold your weight if need be. You can use it to pull things behind you including another person.0 points

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Wrapping Your Handles

It will give a better grip to the handle of your knife, tennis racket, sword, bicycle or just about anything else you can think of that has a handle.0 points

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http://paracordsale.com/0 points

Learn how to Tie Knots

With this Awesome Book

This is an amazing book that will expand your knowledge of knots. You will be able to tie knots for all kinds of applications. You will be able to tie decorative knots that will make bracelets or hanging baskets or a multitude of other projects look good.

I remember growing up and watching my Dad tying Macrame. He used to make all kinds of things. He made a lampshade one time. I mostly remember him making hanging baskets for plants for the front portch. They used to grow all kinds of things.
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Get Paracord on the Cheap

I Like Winning Auctions Like These.

You could go to your local Army Navy store or the Boy Scouts of America Store. I think you can even get some at Walmart. I personally like to buy my paracord on eBay. I can find some great deals on there. The more you buy, the cheaper it will be. Check out the listings below and see if you don't agree with me.
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Part of Your Bug-Out-Bag

Paracord Should be in your Bag Ready to Bug Out

I think everyone should have a bag put together for when there is an emergency, a time when you can't get home or you need to leave your home because of some event that could possibly be dangerous. Most reasons have to do with the weather. It is always a good Idea to have a Bu-Out-Bag prepared. Take a look at this lens to see how you can put one together.
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What do You Use Paracord for?

How Much Do You Keep in Your Car?

I think this is something that is important for everyone to have. You can keep 100 feet in the trunk of your car or even in your glove box. Then you will have it in emergencies. You can even keep a good bit of it on you wrist or around your waist as a belt holding up your pants. It will always be there even if you don't need it. Then you will have it when you do.

  • StoreAzon Sep 2, 2011 @ 11:25 am | delete
    agree in "Definition of Paracord "
  • RecipePublishing Aug 26, 2011 @ 10:56 am | delete
    Great lens.
  • RecipePublishing Aug 26, 2011 @ 10:56 am | delete
    Great lens.
  • UKGhostwriter Mar 24, 2011 @ 10:03 am | delete
    Great lens!!
  • Margo_Arrowsmith Mar 19, 2011 @ 7:56 pm | delete
    You are totally right. Going to the Home Improvement store, buying something and needing to tie your trunk down
  • sorana Mar 19, 2011 @ 7:52 pm | delete
    Very funny and useful also. I like the idea of using it to hold your pants up.
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