I make small rolls of duct tape as follows: transfer a reasonable amount of duct tape onto a the cardboard roller from toilet paper. It's easy to roll it onto the roller. After enough is on the small roll, simply flatten the roll & roller for a flat, easily stored quantity. Then use scissors to trim off the excess length of cardboard roller.<br><br>John

What is the addy for 100 uses for a bandana???? because at scouts we have similar neckerchief!!!!!thanks<br><br>] mark

If you unroll the tape and fold it flat (approx. 3 inches long) you can fold/roll quite alot in a small space. I seem to average about 5+ feet in a flat roll of about 3" longx2" widex1/4" thick. With 1 in my PSKa nd several others in my pack, I likely carry close to hafe the roll in a very small space. Pete

It's actually a book written in 1927 by Commodore W. E. Longfellow called "Scouting with a Neckerchief".<br><br><br>Incidentally, there's a troop in the US that's proposing a Duct Tape Merit Badge. At first I thought it was a gag, but it seems as if they a truly serious. I just tried the link and it didn't work. The site may be down.<br><br>Here's a page that provides links to other sites with a multitude of uses for duct tape (Oh, BTW, you can seal ductwork with it!).<br><br>Lastly, I've seen ads for "100 mph tape." Does anyone know if it's better, worse or no different than what's available in the hardware store?<br><br>Thanks

Actually, fabric-based "duct tape" hasn't been allowed for sealing ducts for many years in jurisdictions that have mechanical codes - various performance reasons. A metalic type duct tape meeting certain performance criteria is what should be used now-a-days.<br><br><< Lastly, I've seen ads for "100 mph tape." Does anyone know if it's better, worse or no different than what's available in the hardware store? >><br><br>Depends on what you buy at the hardware store. "Mil-spec" tape is the very heaviest and best. Almost as good are the various ones advertised as "90 mph tape" and "100 mph tape". In the same class as those is "contractor grade" brand name stuff like Scotch from 3M. All cost more than the garden variety "duct tape" and all greatly out-perform the bargain stuff in ALL of my experiences with them. If you've never used name brand duct tape in a non-bargain grade, go get a roll and try it in some demanding situations exposed to the elements - you may be amazed at the performance advantage. I refuse to buy the bargain stuff - it's not in the same league as the "good stuff". Save the bargain stuff for non-critical applications like letting kids/grandkids fabricate imaginative things from cardboard boxes, cans. sticks, etc.<br><br>HTH,<br><br>Tom

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I have Black and Olive Drab Duct Tape that I picked up at a military surplus sale direct from the Canadian Forces. I have asked several people who have told me it is the same as the 100 MPH Tape used during the Vietnam Era. It is extremely strong, very hard to rip as you would normal DT. I use a blade to cut it. It is also very sticky. It is so sticky that if you stick the sticky pieces together it will not come apart. I have used it to repair fiberglass boat hulls, ATV seats and fenders, and it is particularly good to repair ponchos, tents, tarps, etc. <br><br>If the stuff I have is true 100 MPH tape. There is no comparison between this stuff and commercial versions. It does come in very large rolls.<br><br>I am sending a roll to Red Green for his expert opinion. I will also send a roll to ETS if someone will tell me the best way to send it.<br><br>Mariner.

<< used during the Vietnam Era >><br><br>Er, last I checked, it's still in the supply system

Mariner,<br>I have been looking for this for some time in green colour. Can you help me get one if at alll possible? I will give you details and let me know the deal if you can assist.<br>One question: does the tape leave residue after being left a while?<br><br>Many thanks<br>Oliver

WIN, I do not where you live, but in the US, the green is available from:<br>http://www.sportsmansguide.com/<br><br>Once on their site, just do a search for duct tape. Pete