Tag Archives: 550

Upgrading Shelter – Gear Tasting Radio 98

You may need to take cover for this week’s Gear Tasting Radio, as we break down and upgrade the shelter… View Article

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How to Tie the Taut Line Hitch for a DIY Knot Board Display

In this Knot of the Week, Bryan demonstrates the versatile Taut Line Hitch. This is a great knot for any… View Article

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How to Make a DIY Field Expedient Pace Counter Using Only Paracord

No beads are required to make this pace counter. With just a 7 foot length of paracord, you can create… View Article

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Knot of the Week: Paracord Storage Sinnet

This week’s Knot of the Week is a reader requested knot that we’ve had quite a few emails asking us… View Article

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Dummy Cord Your Gear

The purpose of using a Dummy Cord on important gear is to prevent it’s loss in a situation where you have… View Article

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Knot of the Week: Decorative Knots Intro

While knot tying is an extremely useful and practical skill set to learn, it can also be used to produce… View Article

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550 Cord Bootlaces

Tired of breaking bootlaces?  Replacing bootlaces with 550 cord is something many military personnel are taught as a remedy for… View Article

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