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Survival

Poll: Wilderness Pastimes & Morale Boosters

Survival

Poll: Wilderness Pastimes & Morale Boosters

There are many recreational activities to occupy your down time while you're off the grid. Let us know your favorite...

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Preparation

Video: Constructing an Easy Square Tarp Shelter

Preparation

Video: Constructing an Easy Square Tarp Shelter

In this video, Lonnie shows how to construct a simple shelter using a...

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Gear

10 Paracord Projects That'll Bail You Out

Gear

10 Paracord Projects That'll Bail You Out

Many people look at paracord and see a piece of string. We look at...

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April 21, 2017 :: By Patrick McCarthy

"Mad Max" Cobra Stitch Paracord Bracelet Tutorial

On the set of Mad Max: Fury Road, Tom Hardy made a paracord bracelet for Mel Gibson and other members of the cast and crew.…

April 15, 2017 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Short Film: Making Viking-Era Lime Bast Rope

Lime bast rope is still made today in Norway using the same methods used by vikings in AD 800. It's composed of bast fibers from…

December 3, 2016 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Making a Paracord Ball Keychain

Spherical knots are often called monkey fist or monkey paw knots. These paracord ball knots can be created using cord alone, or with a heavy…

July 6, 2016 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Paracord Problems: 6 Bad Practices to Avoid

July 4, 2016 :: By Offgrid Staff

Animated Encyclopedia of Knots

NetKnots.com provides dozens of step-by-step knot-tying guides in animated form. Better yet, there's no annoying music or confusing camera angles.

April 18, 2016 :: By Offgrid Staff

3 Must-Know Knots

Three knots that are strong and versatile that can be used in just about any situation.

December 16, 2015 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Infographic: Essential Knots

We love paracord, but it's basically useless unless you know how to tie at least a few essential knots. This handy infographic shows 12 of…

October 31, 2015 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Knots to Know: Bowline Knot

Whether you’re rigging up a hammock, securing a snare line, or tying your boat down at the shore, it’s extremely important to know how to…

October 31, 2015 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Snake Knot Lanyard

The video below from WeaversofEternity shows how to assemble a snake knot knife lanyard, but with a twist: adding beads or other items between the…

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