550 Paracord

What Can I Use Paracord 550 For?
550 paracord is one of the most versatile cords on the market today. Its lightweight construction and high tensile strength allow for a significant degree of adaptability to different situations. The number of uses for 550 cord is only limited by your imagination, but here are some of our favorite applications for 550 paracord rope – emergency and survival use. When going on your next adventure, it’s always smart to pack your U.S.A.-made paracord from Atwood. Not only is the 550 cord itself useful for various applications, but the internal 7-strand core can be pulled out to give you hundreds of feet of cord for even more versatility.

In a dire situation, having a unique and versatile tool like 550 cord at your disposal may save your life.

You can use your 550 paracord to create:

Sutures, Splints and Slings
A Tourniquet
A Rescue Line
Restraints or Handcuffs
Fishing Line
A Makeshift Snare Trap
A Makeshift Shelter
Trail Markers