Posted by Evan on Nov 4th 2026
The Science Behind Camouflage
TL;DR
Deer see in two color channels: blue and yellow. Reds and oranges look muted, closer to gray or brown.
Blues, whites, and UV-bright fabrics stand out to deer, most of all at dawn and dusk.
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Paracord Gift Guide 2026: What to Buy for Campers, Makers, and Everyone Between
Posted by Evan on Oct 21st 2026
Deciding what gifts to buy for your family can be tricky. Luckily, at Paracord Planet we have assembled a handful of excellent options for all types! From your homesteader dad who likes to solve p
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The Benefits of Hands-On Hobbies
Posted by Abinfoluwa Iwayemi on Aug 7th 2026
The Craft That Doesn't Need a Charger
Paracord puts both hands to work. A few feet of cord can become a bracelet, keychain, lanyard, handle wrap, or a finished piece of gear. No app to open, no batter
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Shockingly Useful Cordage
Posted by Abinfoluwa Iwayemi on Jul 15th 2026
A tent pole snaps at camp. A truck bed load shifts on the highway. A zero-gravity chair loses its stretch after three summers on the patio. Different problems, same fix: shock cord.
Shock cord gets lu
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Summer Ready: Paracord Gear You Should Have Before Your Next Adventure
Posted by Abinfoluwa Iwayemi on Jul 1st 2026
Summer doesn't wait for you to be prepared. Camp trips get planned on a Tuesday and happen by the weekend. Trailheads fill up fast. Gear gets packed in a hurry, and the stuff that actually gets used i
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The Story of Paracord: From Military Use to Everyday Crafting
Posted by Abinfoluwa Iwayemi on Jun 3rd 2026
It is hard to look at a colorful cobra weave bracelet and picture a WWII paratrooper. But that is exactly where paracord's story begins: thousands of feet in the air, over enemy territory, with Americ
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The Basics of Paracord
Posted by Abinfoluwa Iwayemi on May 20th 2026
If you are new to Paracord, welcome! This versatile cord is easy to learn, fun to work with, and useful for everything from bracelets and keychains to gear wraps and outdoor projects. At Paracord Plan
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Connecting with Paracord: Building Community
Posted by Keesha B on May 6th 2026
Paracord Community
Welcome to the Paracord community where everyone is invited, and no experience is needed. This isn’t about being perfect or knowing every knot right away. It’s about sha
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Your Knot, Your Story
Posted by Keesha B. on Apr 22nd 2026
At Paracord Planet, we see paracord as one of the most versatile materials you can work with. We often say it’s not just about the paracord, it’s what you do with it. You all have definit
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Hooked on Paracord: 'REEL' Fishing Tips & Tricks
Posted by Marit on Apr 7th 2026
You already know paracord is versitile, durible, reliable... everything your ex was not. What you might not know, is that this this humble cord can catch fish, hold your catch and even be made into a
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