Overview
This page summarizes paracord and rope.
Please see each detail page for detailed explanations.
Types and characteristics of rope
This is an explanation not only of paracord, but of ropes in general, including paracord.
Rope can be broadly divided into "natural fibers" and "synthetic fibers," and the characteristics change depending on each type. I'll leave it to the explanation.
Natural fiber
Cotton rope, hemp string, etc., mainly used for handicrafts and crafts.
It is resistant to heat and friction*1, but its strength is weak, so it is rarely used in scenes where loads are applied, such as outdoors.
Cotton rope is resistant to moisture and increases in strength when it absorbs moisture.
*1 It is strong against heat, but weak against fire, so be careful.
Synthetic fiber
It refers to nylon rope (paracord) and shock cord, and is mainly used in outdoor scenes.
It is durable, strong, and lightweight, but is susceptible to heat and water.
Paracord is also stretchable, so it also has properties such as shock absorption.
Nylon paracord and rubber shock cord are common in the camping scene, but there are also static ropes with low elasticity used for climbing, polyethylene ropes that float on water, and weather-resistant ropes. There are many ropes with performance tailored to the purpose, such as polyester rope with high strength.
How to choose paracord
There are many types of paracord as it is used for things like climbing, but basically the ones with the specifications below are fine.
- Material: Made of nylon
- Core: 7 cores
- Thickness: 3~4mm
- Length: usage + 2~3 meters
- Color/pattern: preference
Please refer to the article below for detailed explanations and points to note.
How to handle paracord
The breakage of paracord due to fatigue does not occur when you are touching it, but when you are not looking at it, such as when it is under a load such as when it is fanned by strong winds. Masu.
So please check before use and avoid storing incorrectly.
Please refer to the article below for detailed explanations and points to note.
We also introduce how to use them depending on location and length, so please read through them.