Easiest way to lace shock cord or paracord on a backpack, with extra cordage to secure sleeping bag on bottom of pack, plus adding cordage to secure side items.
Overall a very good tip. Don't confuse para cord and shock cord. They are not the same. Para cord has no elastic. Its very useful for many things. Many backpackers use it for many tasks and it comes in handy quite often. Shock cord is what was used on the pack and you usually see it holding your tent poles together. Good idea and good video.
Thanks for the explanation, I always appreciate learning the correct terms and usage. Although I laugh at myself and my inexperience all the time, I don’t want to sound like a cotton-headed ninnymuggins, LOL.
That's a very cool bag! Looks good with the green color. Never thought of the thing you did with the extra cord on the bottom, I really like that. I'll add that to my bag
Great video! I googled "diy backpack shock cord" and this was the second video, but first one I checked. It is basically the same backpack I have (Osprey Rook 65) on the outside. I am probably going to do this exact setup and I love the ones you did through the side pocket and front strap loops as well. Thanks for the tips and ideas!
You’re welcome! I’ve had to retrace my steps to find an item I didn’t realize I had dropped, so the extra shock cord prevents the “Oh crap! I lost my…” LOL
@@happinessishealthnature4370 I ended up adding this to my pack before a camping trip last week and it was very helpful! I added some webbing to the top of the pack last night as well where there are 4 little loops. Thanks again for the ideas! :)
I actually did the same with mine, but I did many more connections between the loops (vertically, as well as extras horizontally on the top and middle, instead of only on the bottom). I had a ton of shock cord, so I saw no reason not to have extra. It's maybe a little less aesthetically pleasing, but it was great for hanging two sets of dirty gators, my jacket, and wet laundry over the course of my 8-day hike with my Rook 65. Almost as good as if it had just had a mesh sleeve there from the start, like it really ought to have had.
I like your idea of having the extra cord doubled on the bottom. I just bought a new pack (Mystery Ranch Terraframe 65) and I plan on using your technique with this as it's nice to have extra for a bulky load or some other purpose off of the pack. Thanks for the tip!
Thanks for the informative video. I have been looking for a backpack that has the loops putting the cord through on the pack, but I am not even sure if there is a specific name for the loop tabs (that i can search for specifications on a pack). I even checked on Osprey website but haven't noticed this feature on a variety of there packs (except an old video review of a pack that is no longer listed for sale).
Thanks! Newbie here. This was really helpful in adding shock cord to my Flash 55. It looks great. I'm going to add the water bottle holder as well. Are you going to eventually do a video on the "tick thing" mentioned about 1:32?
I've just got a good second hand rucksack but it has frayed cord and was about to replace it .. just thinking though that it might be very "catchy" if it's put through an airport + all the luggage machinery? I've flown often with a rucksack and very carefully do all the straps so nothing is loose that can catch. Might want to remove this cord temporarily when flying? [I've lost a strap off a rucksack before years ago when I was less careful, now I've an eye for danger!]. Maybe .. ok if you did it all up tight perhaps and tucked the length of spare under the top.
The actual type was a bit confusing as the description said “West Coast Paracord Bungee Elastic Nylon Shock Cord”. Guess it’s the best of all the cords, LOL 😂
Water bottle hack is genius , it deserves a video of its own
Haha! Thanks, it comes in handy ;)
thank you so much for this video :) I've got the same backpack as you and mine came without the cord too.
Excellent video - exactly what I needed to add a cord to my daypack. Thanks!
Glad it was helpful!
for the longest time i had no idea what those cords are for. finally decided to search about it and stumbled on this video. thanks for the knowledge
Good video. Thanks
Overall a very good tip. Don't confuse para cord and shock cord. They are not the same. Para cord has no elastic. Its very useful for many things. Many backpackers use it for many tasks and it comes in handy quite often.
Shock cord is what was used on the pack and you usually see it holding your tent poles together.
Good idea and good video.
Thanks for the explanation, I always appreciate learning the correct terms and usage. Although I laugh at myself and my inexperience all the time, I don’t want to sound like a cotton-headed ninnymuggins, LOL.
That's a very cool bag! Looks good with the green color.
Never thought of the thing you did with the extra cord on the bottom, I really like that. I'll add that to my bag
Nice and easy! Love the extra at the bottom for the mattress, well done and thanks for sharing!
This is great, something I wouldn't have thought of. And so easy.
Your video was exactly what I needed to see. Much love
Loved it thanks!! Simple and exactly what I needed.
That is one great bag. Looks professional.
Good one ! That's why all what you need on a backpack 😁 When you start with those customs, you don't see the bags the same way 🤭🤭🤭👍👍👍
Yes, when it’s tailored to your needs, it becomes a far more efficient and joyful experience.
Thanks for sharing. Great tips. Awesome.
Thank You, for the very good video, it consolidated my opinion on the present I am getting my graduating my grandson -the Osprey Rook 65L backpack!
Lucky guy! He’ll love it 😃
Nice tips! Thanks for the video! 👍
Great video! I googled "diy backpack shock cord" and this was the second video, but first one I checked. It is basically the same backpack I have (Osprey Rook 65) on the outside. I am probably going to do this exact setup and I love the ones you did through the side pocket and front strap loops as well. Thanks for the tips and ideas!
You’re welcome! I’ve had to retrace my steps to find an item I didn’t realize I had dropped, so the extra shock cord prevents the “Oh crap! I lost my…” LOL
@@happinessishealthnature4370 I ended up adding this to my pack before a camping trip last week and it was very helpful! I added some webbing to the top of the pack last night as well where there are 4 little loops. Thanks again for the ideas! :)
@@JoeGoesOutsidewhat did you use for webbing?
@chadrivoli3732 Webbing wasn't the right term. My apologies. I added shock cord to the top of the pack as well where the provided loops are attached.
Just ordered some cord to do the same on my Osprey Rook 65 👍 Thanks for the guide!
You’re welcome, happy trails!
I actually did the same with mine, but I did many more connections between the loops (vertically, as well as extras horizontally on the top and middle, instead of only on the bottom). I had a ton of shock cord, so I saw no reason not to have extra. It's maybe a little less aesthetically pleasing, but it was great for hanging two sets of dirty gators, my jacket, and wet laundry over the course of my 8-day hike with my Rook 65. Almost as good as if it had just had a mesh sleeve there from the start, like it really ought to have had.
That’s awesome! I considered doing more too, but this was all I ended up needing. You should do a video showing how you laced your cord ;)
You can also cross over the two bottom straps (this may require them to be unthreaded and rethreaded). Diagonally, so the cross over.
That’s definitely another good idea!
It is very easy to understand. Thank you for the video!
Thank you for watching!
I like your idea of having the extra cord doubled on the bottom. I just bought a new pack (Mystery Ranch Terraframe 65) and I plan on using your technique with this as it's nice to have extra for a bulky load or some other purpose off of the pack. Thanks for the tip!
You’re welcome! :)
great setup
Excellent and well thought out!
Thank you :)
Such a helpful video! exactly what i was looking for as im also considering the Osprey Renn.
Thank you! It’s a great backpack.
Muy buena explicación, gracias, saludos desde Brasil, abrazos amiga.
Brilliant!
Thank you.
Brilliant. Thank you.
Great video
thank you this is great!
Thanks for the informative video. I have been looking for a backpack that has the loops putting the cord through on the pack, but I am not even sure if there is a specific name for the loop tabs (that i can search for specifications on a pack). I even checked on Osprey website but haven't noticed this feature on a variety of there packs (except an old video review of a pack that is no longer listed for sale).
Thank you!
nice! thank you for this vid!
You’re welcome, happy trails!
My pack just arrived in the mail but with the shock cord missing. Going to have to do the same as you did here. Thanks for the info.
You’re welcome!
Boats often have net storage pouches, with elastic shock cord around the edges. Such a net could be used here, I'm sure.
That’s a great idea too!
The six tie downs makes it perfect for a diamond hitch, try that, you wont go back.
Thanks for the tip!
Thank you 😀for the great video. I love how the cord matches the color of the cord. Where did you buy the toggle and the cord?
Thanks! Glad you liked it 😃 I bought them both on Amazon, but if you search online you can most likely get it from other vendors, too.
Thanks! Newbie here. This was really helpful in adding shock cord to my Flash 55. It looks great. I'm going to add the water bottle holder as well. Are you going to eventually do a video on the "tick thing" mentioned about 1:32?
I’m thinking about it, I love the tick remover, I use it almost daily, those little buggers are everywhere in NH!
You are freakin amazing
LOL, I think so ;)
Thank you so much! What color cord did you get? I have the same pack but am terrible at color matching!
This is Teal in size 1/8in x 25ft. Happy hiking!
Omg she strapped than a mug. (She is extremely well equipped or armed)
Gotta be prepared for anything 😉
I've just got a good second hand rucksack but it has frayed cord and was about to replace it .. just thinking though that it might be very "catchy" if it's put through an airport + all the luggage machinery? I've flown often with a rucksack and very carefully do all the straps so nothing is loose that can catch. Might want to remove this cord temporarily when flying? [I've lost a strap off a rucksack before years ago when I was less careful, now I've an eye for danger!].
Maybe .. ok if you did it all up tight perhaps and tucked the length of spare under the top.
I rarely fly so I’ve never dealt with that, hope it works out well for you!
Clever girl ;)
Thanks Really Informative ... BTW what Osprey pack is that ?
Osprey Renn 50L. I love it!
@@happinessishealthnature4370 nice ..... I have the stratos 50 and love that too.... looks similsr
Did you add the bottom straps (the ones that’s holding your mattress) as well?
No, I didn’t add those, they were already on the pack.
Approximately how much cord did you use?
I want to say it was about 10 feet
Lol under 18 😆
This is cool I might add this to mine
Great vid ,love if your under 18 ...lol to good
Wait so if you are not an amazing not tier then it means you are an amazing tier. Right?
Haha! Maybe 😂 or maybe knot 😉
What are they even used for
Carrying items ;)
Это так я тогда смогу в поход на рюкзак Атака 5 сделать
Oh Nooooo......my 18th birthday is still 2 weeks away,. Can't do this
Soon, very soon you’ll be able to melt paracord 😄
That is not paracord - it’s bungy cord or stretchy cord et al.
The actual type was a bit confusing as the description said “West Coast Paracord Bungee Elastic Nylon Shock Cord”. Guess it’s the best of all the cords, LOL 😂
Under 18?😂