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07-03-25 | 07:16 AM

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Thulsadoom

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From: Cape Vincent, NY

Bikes: Specialized Tarmac Expert, Giant Iguana,Schwinn Mesa, Huffy Rock Creek 29er, Fuji Cambridge, 1970s-era Ross ten speed. Various parts bikes in various stages of disassembly.

I had a Eureka tent for over 20 years. The shock cords outlasted the tent.

I use an REI tent now and had to replace the shock cords after 2 years. The new cords seem to be fine after 5 years. I wish I could remember what kind of cord I bought.

All shock cord is not created equal.

EDIT: Holy crap I actually found the good cord I bought years ago. It's lasted quite well:

.https://www.ebay.com/itm/16649236907...UAAOSwvghd~6f0

Last edited by Thulsadoom; 07-03-25 at 07:36 AM.

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