Quikcord

Ever tried setting up a tent or tarp with flimsy string? It’s like trying to hold your pants up with dental floss—just don’t. Paracord is tough as hell and can handle the weight of your gear and a heavy rainstorm. Whether you’re securing your tent, hanging a tarp, or stringing up a hammock, paracord will keep your shit together, so you can focus on more important things like roasting marshmallows or telling ghost stories.

You’re hiking up a mountain, feeling like a total badass, and then—snap! Your shoelace breaks, and now you’re one bad step away from eating dirt. Don’t sweat it. Paracord to the rescue. Just cut a piece, lace it through your boots, and get back on the trail. Bonus: paracord shoelaces will probably outlive your boots.

You might not be Bear Grylls, but if you ever find yourself needing to catch dinner, paracord has got your back. Just pull apart the inner strands, tie on a hook, and boom—you’ve got a makeshift fishing line. It’s not gonna win any awards for elegance, but who cares? It’ll get the job done, and you’ll be feasting on fish instead of munching on granola bars like some kind of rabbit.

Accidents happen—especially when you’re miles from civilization. Whether you’ve tripped over a rock or tried to climb something you definitely shouldn’t have, paracord can help. Use it to splint a broken bone or immobilize a sprained ankle. It’s like a wilderness first aid kit in string form. Sure, it’s not exactly hospital-grade, but it’ll keep things stable until you can limp back to safety.

Maybe you’re stuck at the bottom of a ravine, or maybe you just want to climb a tree like a freaking ninja. Either way, a paracord rope ladder is what you need. Just loop it through a few sturdy branches, and you’ve got yourself a DIY ladder. It might not be the most comfortable climb of your life, but it’ll hold your weight and get you where you need to go.