Jute twine is very useful. It's a great fire starter, and if dipped in melted wax, creates an effective fire extender without making a mess inside your pack. I cut 1 1/4" pieces and spin them inside my Swiss Army knife corkscrew for a handy, inexpensive fire starter.
Yes, having a variety is best because you never know what circumstance you will be facing. I used paracord for everything until I heard about the bank line. Thanks for your advise and keep up with the good shows!
Allows the cord to lie flat. By not removing the Inner cords it seems to let the shoe strings loosen and come untied. Constantly retieing. This been my experience.
Very informative hadn’t thought about the differences. Actually didn’t know about servival cord, what a difference it is. Thanks for the info very useful.
I really love your channel I am in my late 50s and find that your material has been helping me the past few months keep up the awesome work great videos
I like paracord and bankline, maybe bankline a bit more since I don't usually tear down my lines to the inerstrands, and you get a ton more for the weight you carry. But I've been fiddling with mule tape which has much higher strength that paracord, and I actually used it as a hammock line. You probably could repel with it if you truly needed to
I've been using "bank line" or decoy cord ,as we've called it, for a very long time for everything duck hunting. Paracord was added when I started archery elk hunting in the 80's. The survival cord was the cord I had heard about but never as you described. Thanks for the informative video.
550 , bankline, hootchie cord, survival cord. If you have all of these bad boys, you're covered. Skills to pay the bills 😎. Keep up the good work mate . Cheers from Australia. 🙃😉
Add your tie-outs, laces, clothes lines, gear hangers, loops, gear retainer lanyards, ahead of time, in order to limit use from your extra supply on the trail.
I agree, both have their uses, but fishing line is so compact to carry separately, it takes almost no room and it's so much more convenient to utilize. The same thing goes for snare wire.
You can find 350 lb braid that makes a great replacement for many types of slippery cordage. For larger sizes id get into kevlar cordage, if you're okay with practically zero stretch
I have graduated to a much smaller pack. I carry the 10 Cs with a Kukri or a hatchet with a saw in the handle. At 64, I’ve learned quite a lot about what my body will no longer do as opposed to what it was capable of when I was in the military. Understanding ones limits and being honest about building around those limits (which includes the lightest and easiest to carry, knowledge) is where wisdom supersedes money spent. Best of luck with your channel. I’m 👀 you (lol).
Thanks for the Info. I agree with the other comment about fishing line. It really doesn't take up much room to carry and you don't have to ruin your other cordage to utilize it for fishing line.
I have paracord, bankline and climbing rope that is actually designed for climbing. Specifics cordage for specific tasks. I carry a little of paracord and bankline in my pack as they both have good niche uses. I like the paracord for tarp camping as it's slick and I don't have to tie it, just wrap tight around the trees and undo when you leave, no tar. Also have used the inside strands to fix packs, pants and other gear. Have also used fishing line and dental floss to fix packs and other gear, all are still holding up to this day, even the pack that had the shoulder strap break at the top and is sewed back in with fishing line.
Thank you for the information and educating me on the difference between bankline and paracord. I will add this to my camping and hiking gear, again thank you.
You gotta get the silky big boy! I'm absolutely convinced that it's the best saw for the bush! And I'm a fan of both cords both have there perks! Thanks for the info Mr.Wolf! Cheers, Jerbs.
I carry paracord, bankline, some bungee cords and monofilament. I prefer not to fuse them into "survival cord". If weight is a problem, bankline alone does the trick.
Appreciate your breaking down the pros and cons for each cordage option and what applications they are best used in. I need to pick up some Survivor cord. Sounds like a good option for prepping minimalists. 😊
You may want to consider a “candle wick” string I found. It can be wrapped around almost anything and because it’s waxed it will stick to the container and itself. Light the end of the wick and you don’t need to worry about the match going out before the fire is started. Does not take much space at all.
I don't go for the gimmick paracords. I'd rather have separate hanks of jute twine, fishing line and metal wire along with the 7 strand paracord.
Well said
Jute twine is very useful. It's a great fire starter, and if dipped in melted wax, creates an effective fire extender without making a mess inside your pack. I cut 1 1/4" pieces and spin them inside my Swiss Army knife corkscrew for a handy, inexpensive fire starter.
Good luck on the 4K!! I think the channel deserves it!
Good information. I like the bank line - plenty of strength.
Yes, having a variety is best because you never know what circumstance you will be facing. I used paracord for everything until I heard about the bank line. Thanks for your advise and keep up with the good shows!
Great information.
Paracord makes awesome boot laces with the stuffing taken out.
Oh, I kept my stuffing inside when I made my laces. How does removing it help?
I too leave the inner lines intact.
Allows the cord to lie flat. By not removing the Inner cords it seems to let the shoe strings loosen and come untied.
Constantly retieing. This been my experience.
I doublelace, just match the existing laces with sealed 550.
I like carrying both bank line and paracord in my bug out bags for cordage. Thanks for sharing and stay safe
Bank line. I added it to the list of must haves. Thanks
Very informative hadn’t thought about the differences. Actually didn’t know about servival cord, what a difference it is. Thanks for the info very useful.
I use paracord and bankline for my ridgelines
I have paracord and I have heard of bankline. The survival cord was new to me. I will have to check it out.
It is always a great idea to always have different types cordage. Love my survivor cord. Solid video as always.
I really love your channel I am in my late 50s and find that your material has been helping me the past few months keep up the awesome work great videos
@5:19 What a twist, I was not ready for that! Glad I watched this before I purchased more paracord, very helpful, thanks for the advice friend.
Love the survivor Cord! also bank line and Kevlar line.
I haven't used the Kevlar cordage
@@timbishop1006 fantastic for bushcraft and for anchoring traps (small traps). also good for (heavy duty) fishing line.
I also have fishing line in my bug out bag.
Just picked up the warrior cord over the survivor cord due to the braided fishing line over the standard mono in survivor cord
I mostly use paracord for general purposes, but bank line will always be in my cordage bag. You are correct, best practice is to have both.
I like paracord and bankline, maybe bankline a bit more since I don't usually tear down my lines to the inerstrands, and you get a ton more for the weight you carry. But I've been fiddling with mule tape which has much higher strength that paracord, and I actually used it as a hammock line. You probably could repel with it if you truly needed to
Having both is a good idea. I had paracord in my go bag already and just added some bank line a few days ago
I myself like Amsteel & Bankline for camping. Gave up on paracord long ago.
What are the pros and cons of tarred vs un-tarred bank-line?
This was very good keep doing this for us woodsmen. I learned a lot.
I use all of the above I've also added jute and mason's twine to all my kits
Thanks for explaining what Bank Line is.
Bob
So useful, I always have trouble carrying enough!
Really good content. I just started prepping and this channel helps me lot.
I recently picked up some bank line and I really like it. I can see the benefit of having both types of cordage for setting up a ridge line
Really enjoy these videos so far! Hope your channel keeps growing and that knife looks awesome!
I've been using "bank line" or decoy cord ,as we've called it, for a very long time for everything duck hunting. Paracord was added when I started archery elk hunting in the 80's. The survival cord was the cord I had heard about but never as you described. Thanks for the informative video.
Answer a lot of questions I had about the two cordage
I like using kevlar thread also 200lb test in a fairly small package works great for pocket kits
550 , bankline, hootchie cord, survival cord. If you have all of these bad boys, you're covered. Skills to pay the bills 😎. Keep up the good work mate . Cheers from Australia. 🙃😉
Found bank line and paracord equally useful for different applications in setting up a single item for e.g. setting up tarps
What size bank line should I get for my bug out? Like what's a good all around size?
I made paracord bracelets before they were cool lol.
For pack storage I like the daisy chain method
Looking at getting some of the survival cord.
Got both bank and para cord in my bag
I keep all 3 types of cordage from 550 para-cord to bank line and jute twine, all have their specific uses .
Add your tie-outs, laces, clothes lines, gear hangers, loops, gear retainer lanyards, ahead of time, in order to limit use from your extra supply on the trail.
Good explanation of the multitude of options out there.
Great video on types of cordage. I liked info on the survival cordage, I use paracord, but will be trying survival cordage next.
I carry both. They each have there usefulness.
I always carry #36 bankline and paracord
I like that cord spool. Might have to buy one. Or make one.
Very useful! All just looked like string to me before.
I liked the comparison between the 3 cords
Thanks I did not know about the survival cord.
I agree, both have their uses, but fishing line is so compact to carry separately, it takes almost no room and it's so much more convenient to utilize. The same thing goes for snare wire.
You can find 350 lb braid that makes a great replacement for many types of slippery cordage. For larger sizes id get into kevlar cordage, if you're okay with practically zero stretch
I have graduated to a much smaller pack. I carry the 10 Cs with a Kukri or a hatchet with a saw in the handle. At 64, I’ve learned quite a lot about what my body will no longer do as opposed to what it was capable of when I was in the military. Understanding ones limits and being honest about building around those limits (which includes the lightest and easiest to carry, knowledge) is where wisdom supersedes money spent. Best of luck with your channel. I’m 👀 you (lol).
Thank you for your service, I too am a VET, and 53 years old so hiking comes difficult to me,
I do enjoy bank fishing and I recommend this pack.
@@timothyclingerman5430 I'm also a veteran and 56 lol
Great too see someone acknowledge the limitations of paracord!
Missed the GAW but the knowledge is timeless and still up for grabs :-)
Great beginner video for myself... Thank you!
I'll be adding bank line to my B.O.B. soon.
Great video.
I use the survival cord as boot laces on all my boots.
Very good comparisons between Cordage choices.
Great video! Liked your first answer best. Paracord or bankline? Both!
Enjoying the content, keep up the great work. LSCS for the algorithm, too!
Thanks for the comparison. I carry both 👍
Thanks for the Info. I agree with the other comment about fishing line. It really doesn't take up much room to carry and you don't have to ruin your other cordage to utilize it for fishing line.
If I had to chose one... 550 Cord. Many years in the military and so many uses with 550 cord.
I have paracord, bankline and climbing rope that is actually designed for climbing. Specifics cordage for specific tasks. I carry a little of paracord and bankline in my pack as they both have good niche uses. I like the paracord for tarp camping as it's slick and I don't have to tie it, just wrap tight around the trees and undo when you leave, no tar. Also have used the inside strands to fix packs, pants and other gear. Have also used fishing line and dental floss to fix packs and other gear, all are still holding up to this day, even the pack that had the shoulder strap break at the top and is sewed back in with fishing line.
Thanks for the video. I’m new to bushcraft and had only heard of 550 paracord. 👍🏻
I use both and They are both good set of cordage for any scenario And kit
I have all the above and each has “best” uses. I agree that survival cord is awesome. Congrats on a growing channel.
Great video. Really appreciate you breaking down the differences between the survival cord options.
Clear and concise video. Well done!
Great vid. It answered many questions and I don't have anyone to ask. Thank you.
Some great information. My answer is to have both 😊. One is none and two is one.
Thank you for the information and educating me on the difference between bankline and paracord. I will add this to my camping and hiking gear, again thank you.
Got bankline on order waiting for the slow USPS to get it delivered.
You gotta get the silky big boy! I'm absolutely convinced that it's the best saw for the bush! And I'm a fan of both cords both have there perks! Thanks for the info Mr.Wolf! Cheers, Jerbs.
Love this combo for ridgelines
I carry paracord, bankline, some bungee cords and monofilament. I prefer not to fuse them into "survival cord". If weight is a problem, bankline alone does the trick.
Appreciate your breaking down the pros and cons for each cordage option and what applications they are best used in.
I need to pick up some Survivor cord. Sounds like a good option for prepping minimalists. 😊
Thanks! I did not know which one to get.
I agree about survivor cord! But nothing holds a knot like bank line
Really appreciate your videos. I’ll have to pick up some bank line next.
esee would look good next to my schrade and seal pup. prolly out shine them BTW.
Thanks for the clear explanation on the different cordages. Makes my next purchase easier!
Thanks for information didn’t even know about survival cord. Seems like best choice.
Love me some paracord but bank line FTW. Much lighter and smaller but great for daily tasks. Great video sir!
Good cordage advice! Thanks so much!
You may want to consider a “candle wick” string I found. It can be wrapped around almost anything and because it’s waxed it will stick to the container and itself. Light the end of the wick and you don’t need to worry about the match going out before the fire is started. Does not take much space at all.
I really like the video. Great to see the difference between the different cordage options so I can make the best choice for my needs.
Love the survivor cord. Another great videos
Great video! Need to add bankline to my kit.
Just ordered my first 100 ft hanko the survival cord to play around with.
Many thanks for your Bankline vs Paracord comparison and discussion. This video was very helpful to me.
Awesome video !!!! Love the survivor cord.
Great video! I didn’t know about the survival cord.
Would love to have an ESEE for my kit. Hope you reach 4K soon.
I have all 3, Great video as always!
Great breakdown on cordage
Awesome video review. Building my bug-out bag currently. Good info.
I found the differences in cordage interesting especially the survival cord thx
Liked the comparison. Actually just got bank line. Think I may get son Titan cord now. Thanks
Very informative. Love the Titan survival cord and have actually used the fishing line and the tinder.
Great videos! Please keep them coming.
Another question. I have the mora I think the bushcraft in carbon. Well I cant keep rust off of it. I oil but it dont help any ideas
Another good informative video. 2 25ft para 100 ft bank fit easily in cargo pocket