Best Cordage · #9
Micro Cord (1.18mm)
Atwood Rope MFG
#9
Micro Cord (1.18mm)
Atwood Rope MFG
Gear
Why it made the list
A 100-lb braided nylon cord thinner than a bootlace. A 125-foot spool weighs almost nothing and handles every small job — zipper pulls, gear tethers, tarp tie-outs, sewing repairs, whipping rope ends.
Pros
- Almost zero weight and bulk
- 100 lb strength is plenty for small tasks
- Dozens of colors for gear coding
Cons
- Too thin for load-bearing shelter work
- Tangles easily off the spool
Best uses
- Zipper pulls and gear tethers
- Ultralight repair kits
- Whipping and lashing small items
Where to buy the Micro Cord (1.18mm)
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