Mero 550 Paracord - 100' 550 lb Pink Rose

The Mero 550 Paracord in 100-foot Pink Rose by E.L. Wood Braiding Co. Inc. is a military-spec survival cord designed for applications demanding both strength and reliability in demanding field conditions. With a 550-pound break strength rating, this paracord represents the direct commercial lineage of military-issue parachute cord first developed during World War II. The 7-strand core is fully removable and usable independently for emergency applications, while the 32-strand woven sheath provides robust abrasion resistance and UV stability in outdoor environments.

The 550-pound tensile strength specification reflects the cord's capacity to handle load-bearing tasks during survival scenarios, rescue operations, and tactical field work. The quick-drying, rot-resistant construction is critical for users operating in wet environments or humid climates where standard cordage deteriorates rapidly. The vibrant pink rose coloration improves visibility during search and recovery operations while maintaining the practical performance characteristics that make paracord a foundational component in emergency preparedness kits. At 0.46 pounds for 100 feet, the cord balances pack weight considerations against functional carrying capacity.

This paracord serves wilderness survival instructors, emergency preparedness planners, outdoor enthusiasts, and tactical professionals who require dependable cordage for shelter construction, gear securing, and load management. The 100-foot length accommodates multiple deployment scenarios without excessive bulk, making it suitable for both everyday carry integration and comprehensive bug-out bag assembly. Users in mountaineering, off-grid preparedness, and field survival training rely on 550-rated paracord as a core redundancy item—applications where material failure creates genuine risk. The removable inner core adds significant utility for fine-work applications where full tensile strength isn't necessary.