Rope or Bungee – Which One Is Better?
by admin - August 3rd, 2008.Filed under: camping equipment - gear - supplies.
If you look into the backpack of any serious camper you will see either a spool of rope or a bundle of bungee cords – and in some cases, both. But what material works better when securing tents, tarps and other material around the campsite? The answer is – both! Rope has many great uses, as do bungee cords. Though some certainly perform better than the other when it comes to certain situations – this is why often times you will want to be equipped with both.
For example, either one will work great at securing extra gear to your hiking backpack. When it comes to securing tents say, over your tent for protection, ropes tend to work a little better. Bungee cords will flex and move, while a rope will allow you to measure and cut it to exact proportions. Bungees come in all shapes and sizes which can be easy to pack away, whereas rope is usually found in large, bulky spools that will take up more space in your pack. No matter which one you choose, you really can’t go wrong.