Not every hunt calls for a big shoulder tote. The single paracord duck carrier from Chambless Game Totes is a straightforward game tote made from 550 military grade parachute cord and all brass hardware. It has six drop lines, it will not fade, rot or mildew, and it is handmade in America.
What this paracord duck carrier is
The single paracord tote is the most basic design in the Chambless duck carrier lineup: no leather strap, just six drop lines of 550 cord joined with brass hardware. Without a strap, it is a simple piece of gear that is easy to keep in a blind bag or boat box. According to the maker, it will pick up all the game you can physically tote.
Key features
- 550 military grade parachute cord construction
- All brass hardware
- Six drop lines
- Will not fade, rot or mildew
- Paracord in Olive Drab or Coyote Tan
- Handmade, American made and durable
Who a single paracord game tote is for
- Walk-in and solo hunters who want a simple way to carry their own birds.
- Kayak and small-boat hunters who need gear that shrugs off water.
- Hunters outfitting the whole group, since a simple tote is easy to keep a few extras of.
- New hunters getting their first piece of waterfowl gear.
Why carry birds on a tote at all
Carrying ducks by hand or stuffing them in a game bag works, but it ties up your hands and lets birds get crushed or soaked in the bottom of the bag. A tote keeps each bird hanging separately, lets air move around them and leaves your hands free for your gun, decoy bag and dog. A simple cord tote is often the first upgrade a duck hunter makes.
Paracord vs. leather: choosing a duck tote
Chambless offers several similar designs, so it helps to compare. If you like the six-drop layout but want an all-leather build, the single leather duck carrier uses English bridle leather drops that carry one to five ducks each and can attach to your waders. If you want a stitched leather shoulder strap for a longer walk, the CBLESS duck carrier pairs six paracord drops with one. For quail, dove and other small birds, the single paracord upland bird carrier uses eight drop lines.
Paracord's main advantage is easy care. Because it won't rot or mildew, you can rinse off mud and blood and hang the tote to dry without worrying about the material breaking down.
Tips for using a paracord duck carrier
- Secure each bird at the neck and check that the line is snug before you start walking.
- Spread the weight across all six lines rather than overloading one.
- Rinse after use. A quick rinse with clean water keeps blood and mud from building up on the cord and hardware.
- Keep one handy. Because the design is so simple, many hunters like to leave one in the blind bag, truck or boat so a tote is always within reach.
See the full lineup in the Chambless game totes collection, or choose your color on the single paracord duck carrier page.
Frequently asked questions
How many drop lines does the single paracord duck carrier have?
It has six drop lines made of 550 military grade parachute cord.
Will the paracord tote hold up to wet conditions?
It is made of 550 cord and brass hardware and will not fade, rot or mildew.
What colors does the single paracord tote come in?
It is available in Olive Drab or Coyote Tan.
Keep a simple, durable tote in your blind bag with the Chambless single paracord duck carrier. For more hunting gear guides, visit the Hunterworks Outdoors blog. Questions? Contact us.