Gear Aid  Heavy-Duty 550 Paracord - 100 ft.

$14.95

With 100 ft. of heavy-duty cordage, the Gear Aid Heavy-Duty 550 paracord is a go-to utility line for anything from hanging a clothesline or bear bag to making a survival bracelet.

Color: Orange Reflective
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Features

  • 100 ft. length offers versatile use; 100% nylon construction provides strength and durability
  • Heavy-duty, 4 mm cordage is ideal for securing a shelter, hanging a bear bag or tying things down
  • 7 inner strands can be pulled apart for use as a fishing line, thread, floss and more
  • Paracord is not intended for climbing use

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Technical Specs

Best Use

Camping

Strength

550 pounds

Size

4mm x 100 ft.

Weight per Foot

2.04 grams

Reviews
36 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars

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Product Rating

15 out of 16 (94%) reviewers recommend this product

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Most Helpful Favorable Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars
Extremely reflective
Chump
5 years ago
Bought to use as bear bag line to see better in the woods. I haven’t used it for that yet but recently used it for a drying line while primitive camping and at night looked through the woods with a headlamp from 100 yards away and it shined bright .
Chump
WI
12 people found this review helpful

Most Helpful Critical Review

5 reviews with an average rating of 1.0 out of 5 stars
Cheap quality
Anonymous
4 years ago
It has a woven nylon shell and a core of non woven nylon. This inner core is not connected to the shell so it slides when the ends are not melted together. This is cheap quality made in china junk.
Anonymous
15 people found this review helpful

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Ruben0311
California
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

perfect for whatever you need

6 years ago

550 cord is one of the most useful tools you can have with you at all times. From a survival standpoint it’s something you need to have considering the multitude of uses. The packaging is neat and easy to clip on with the included carabiner. Remember to only use appropriate gear when climbing or anchoring lines though, this little ring is just for light items. Stress tested the line and found no faults so far, for the price it’s perfect for my needs

Yes , I recommend this product
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Chump
Wisconsin
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Extremely reflective

5 years ago

Bought to use as bear bag line to see better in the woods. I haven’t used it for that yet but recently used it for a drying line while primitive camping and at night looked through the woods with a headlamp from 100 yards away and it shined bright .

Yes , I recommend this product
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AT Tiger
Cambridge MA
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great line for tarps and tents.

1 day ago

I use this Paracord as a Ridgeline for my 12' x 12' tarp. It reflects the flashlight at night. It is strong enough for light loads on a bear bag. I use it on a shower bag, and on a laundry line. Cut ends are finished with a match and a spoon. You can see it in the dark of a moonless night. It reflects the flashlight.

Age:65–74
Yes , I recommend this product
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Mtn John
Utah
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Strong&reliable

5 years ago

This is my second purchase of paracord. I love it for the strength & reliability of the cord. I have hung up to 60 lbs; of food in a tree with this cord & no problems.

Yes , I recommend this product
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LilTex
Houston, TX
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Great general purpose paracord

3 years ago

This is a great general purpose paracord at a fair price. It is strong and smooth. Knots are easy to set and easy to release. It is strong enough to take most of the stretch out over a long run. The included (no climb) biner is good quality lagniappe. Great addition to my camp pack.

Age:55–64
Yes , I recommend this product
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Ben C
Raleigh, NC
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Quality

5 years ago

High quality paracord. Used it to hang my hammock and it held tremendously well.

Age:25–34
Yes , I recommend this product
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Hiram
Bronx, New York
Rated 4.0 out of 5 stars

Safety through reflective replacement

4 years ago

Can't say much about 550 parachute chord that hasn't been said in the past. However, about the reflective portion of the multi-use chord, it enhances its visibility for use during the dusk through dark hours. Tent guidelines, and zipper pull tabs, etc.... in naming a few ideas. Love the idea of not only being visible but being safe.

Age:45–54
Yes , I recommend this product
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MBSCREEN
Los Angeles
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Boot lace replacement

3 years ago

I replaced my boot laces with this 55 paracord. Stronger and reflective!

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Sp1nnaker
Puerto Rico
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

The perfect clothe line for your camp site.

5 years ago

Its reflectiveness at night is very good. Helps you not run into it.

Age:45–54
Yes , I recommend this product
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Fluffy
Gainesville, Florida
Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars

Hundreds of Everyday Uses

4 months ago

550 Paracord is a useful size and is reflective. I used some for knife grips and it works great.

Age:65–74
Yes , I recommend this product
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