Myoptiks,<br><br>Paracord can be used for many different things and I don't mean the whole cord, but seperate parts of the cord.<br>I don't know if your spectra cord has individual strands that can be pulled out of the cord and be used as fishing line, for sewing etc.<br>The many uses, the seperate parts that make up the paracord have, make it an favorite among outdoor people. <br>It's not the 550 pound total strength alone because as you said there are equally thick cords around that are many times stronger but in my view many times less versatile as paracord.<br><br>Best Scouting wishes from Holland,<br><br>Bagheera