I EDC about 40 ft. of paracord in my belt-pack and have been very glad to have it when needed.

I suppose I'm in the minority, but I have mixed feelings about paracord. It is a bit limp and squishes somewhat flat when wrapped around an object. It forms rock-hard knots that are hard to untie. I prefer a high-end braided cord of similar diameter, from the folks who make climbing gear (e.g. Mammut accessory cord). It just handles better.

I know I'm giving up the versatility of individually using the inner strands, but for that I'd rather carry a separate small spool of small-diameter line.

Steve
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"After I had solaced my mind with the comfortable part of my condition, I
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next to be done"