Best Cordage · #4
Ironwire High Strength Accessory Cord
Lawson Equipment
#4
Ironwire High Strength Accessory Cord
Lawson Equipment
Gear
Why it made the list
A 1.75mm UHMWPE core with a polyester sheath that carries over 1,000 pounds at a fraction of paracord's weight and bulk. Near-zero stretch means a ridgeline you tension at dusk is still tight at dawn.
Pros
- Over 1,000 lb strength in 1.75mm cord
- Essentially no stretch or creep
- Sheds water; performs the same wet or dry
Cons
- Slick fibers require dressed, secure knots
- Thin line is hard on bare hands
Best uses
- Hammock ridgelines
- Ultralight guy lines
- Tarp suspension
Where to buy the Ironwire High Strength Accessory Cord
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