Watch: dunked in a frozen lake and a creek, then lit with one spark.
Wet Matches Won’t Light. This Will.
You know the moment. You finally get to camp, the wood is damp, the wind won’t quit, and your matches came out of your pocket soggy. You burn through half a lighter and a stack of paper, and you still have no fire. Now it’s getting dark and cold, and everyone is looking at you.
Black Beard Fire Starter Rope is made for that moment. It’s 100% waterproof and windproof, so you can soak it, freeze it or drop it in a creek, cut off a small piece, and it still catches from one spark. In the video above, we dunked it in a frozen lake and lit it right on the ice.
Why You Need One Before You Need It
- Bad weather doesn’t wait. Rain, snow and wind show up on camping trips, hunts and roadside breakdowns. That’s exactly when ordinary fire starters let you down.
- Power outages and storms. When the lights go out in a winter storm, being able to start a fire in a fireplace, wood stove or grill matters.
- Lighters run dry and matches get wet. Black Beard rope never expires and doesn’t care if it gets wet, so it’s ready whenever you grab it, even years from now.
- No lighter fluid needed. Just a small piece of rope and a spark, then add your kindling.
Fire in 3 Easy Steps
- Cut or pull off a small piece of rope (about an inch).
- Fluff the fibers so they catch.
- Spark it with a ferro rod, lighter or match, then add your kindling.
Why the 3-Pack
The worst place for your fire starter is the bag you left at home. With three ropes you can keep one in the truck, one in your pack and one in the emergency kit, so there’s always one within reach. Each rope lights 50+ fires, so the 3-pack gives you 150+ fires and over 13.5 hours of total burn time. It also costs less per rope than buying singles.
Perfect For
- Camping, backpacking and hiking
- Hunting and fishing trips
- Truck, car and RV emergency kits
- Bug-out bags and survival kits
- Home emergency and power-outage kits
- Fire pits, wood stoves and charcoal grills
Key Features
- 3 ropes, 150+ fires in all (50+ per rope)
- Over 13.5 hours of total burn time (4.5+ hours per rope)
- 100% waterproof and windproof, lights in any condition
- Infinite shelf life, never expires
- Genuine Black Beard, made in the USA
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it really light when it’s wet?
Yes. It’s 100% waterproof. In our video it’s dunked in a frozen lake and a creek, then lit with a single spark.
How do you use fire starter rope?
Cut or pull off a small piece, fluff the end and light it with a spark or flame, then add kindling.
Why buy the 3-pack?
It’s $13.33 a rope versus $14.99 for a single, and you get one for every vehicle, bag or kit.
How fast will my order ship?
Orders placed before 2 PM ET ship the same business day from our warehouse in Hemet, California. Shipping is free to any U.S. address, and most orders arrive in 3 to 5 business days.
Can I return it?
Yes. You have 30 days to return it. See our 30 Day Return Policy for details.
