shock cord
Stretchy securing line
Shock cord is elastic cord with a stretchable core, typically covered in a woven sheath.
It's used to secure items, absorb impact, or provide tension—as in bungee cords, tent poles, or cargo tie-downs.
The "shock" refers to its ability to stretch and absorb sudden force rather than break: I used shock cord to strap down the kayak.
- bungeeElastic cord with hooks
- bungee jumpingElastic-tethered freefall recreation
- elasticAble to stretch, rebounds
- elastic bandFlexible loop fastener
- tensionStretched or strained state
snap · stretch · rope · tarp · tent · tent poles · camping · outdoor gear · secure · hook · loop · bounce · recoil · webbing · strap · tie down straps · tie-down · cargo net
- cordsripcord, paracord
- elastic thingsrubber, elastic, spandex, elastic band, latex
- cordagerope, twine, line, hawser, baling twine
- tent partspole, poles, stakes, stake, peg
- elastic bandsrubber band, resistance band, elastic string, elastic strap, exercise band
- elastic strapsrubber band, elastic band, elastic string
elasticity
shock cordstatic line
Anchored deployment cable
steel cable · static rope · wire rope · chain · paracord
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