Coopers Bay Outdoors

Pace Count Beads

$10.95
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Cord Color: OD Green
Bead Color: Black

Pace Counter Beads – Classic Navigation. No Batteries Required.
Reliable Distance Tracking for Land Navigation and Outdoor Use

Designed for the Outdoors
Originally developed for military use, pace counters—often called "ranger beads"—are a time-tested tool for tracking distance using nothing more than your steps. With roots tracing back to the Roman Empire, this bead-based counting method provides a lightweight, battery-free solution for navigating terrain on foot. Whether you're hiking, hunting, geocaching, or training in land nav, pace beads help you keep accurate track of your movement when GPS isn’t an option.

Hand-tied in the Pacific Northwest using American-made nylon cord and non-toxic beads, each set is built for long-term field use and extreme reliability.

Why Choose Pace Beads

  • Simple to Use – No tech required. Just count paces and slide beads to track distance.

  • Proven Reliable – Trusted by military, search-and-rescue, and survival instructors.

  • Durable Construction – Made from U.S.-sourced nylon cord and rugged polystyrene beads.

  • Field-Proven Design – Traditional 13-bead format (9 lower / 4 upper) tracks up to 5 km.

  • Made in the USA – Hand-tied in Washington State with attention to detail and function.

How It Works
After every 100 paces (approximately 100 meters, depending on stride), slide one bead. When you’ve moved all nine bottom beads, slide one top bead to mark 1,000 meters (1 km) and reset the bottom row. Repeat to track up to 5 kilometers without writing anything down.

Specifications

  • Total Length: 11.5"

  • Weight: 0.3 oz

  • Bead Material: Non-toxic polystyrene plastic

  • Bead Diameter: 11 mm

  • Cord Material: U.S.-made nylon

  • Bead Colors: Black, Tan, White

  • Cord Color Options: OD Green, Charcoal Grey, Coyote Brown, Desert Tan, Black, Sandstone, Desert Camo, Hi-Viz Orange

  • Includes: (1) Pace Bead Set, (1) Printed Instruction Guide

  • Part Numbers: CB-202042, CB-202043, CB-202058

Built for the Backcountry. Trusted by the Field.
Whether you're refining your land nav skills or need a backup when tech fails, pace counters are a compact, ultra-reliable way to measure distance on foot. Add one to your navigation kit and carry a proven solution trusted by generations of military professionals and outdoor adventurers alike.
Cord Color: OD Green
Bead Color: Black

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Stay Ready Outdoors — Return & Refund Policy

Last Updated: April 22, 2025

At Stay Ready Outdoors, we stand behind the quality of our products and want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If you need to return an item, please review our policy below.

Returns

We offer a 30-day return policy, meaning you have 30 days from the date you receive your item to request a return.

Return Eligibility

To qualify for a return, your item must:

  • Be unworn or unused, with original tags intact

  • Be in its original packaging, including all accessories

  • Include proof of purchase (receipt or order number)

How to Start a Return

To initiate a return, email us at crquarto@stayreadyoutdoors.com with your order details. Once approved, you’ll receive return instructions and a prepaid shipping label.

Important: Items sent back without prior approval will not be accepted.

Return Address:
Stay Ready Outdoors
ATTN: Returns
15236 Las Flores Ave
La Mirada, CA 90638

Damaged, Defective, or Incorrect Items

Please inspect your order upon arrival. If your item is damaged, defective, or incorrect, contact us at crquarto@stayreadyoutdoors.com within 7 days so we can evaluate and resolve the issue promptly.

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❌ Engraved or customized items
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Due to the nature of long-term food storage, all sales on Augason Farms products are final.

We do not accept returns or exchanges on Augason Farms products for any reason including:

  • Incorrect order

  • Change of mind

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Replacements will only be issued in the event of:

  • A verified manufacturing defect, or

  • Shipping damage, which must be reported within 5 days of delivery with supporting photo documentation

Please email crquarto@stayreadyoutdoors.com immediately if you believe your product is defective or was damaged in transit.

Pre-Orders

As of 02/07/2025, we no longer offer refunds on pre-orders.

Pre-orders placed before this date are eligible for refunds under this policy.

If you’re unsure whether your item qualifies for a return, email us before sending it back.

Exchanges

The fastest way to exchange an item is to initiate a return and, once accepted, place a new order for the item you want.

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If your order was shipped to the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return it within 14 days of delivery, for any reason.

To be eligible:

  • Items must be unused, with original tags and packaging

  • Must include proof of purchase

Refunds

Once we receive and inspect your return, we will notify you of approval. If approved, we will issue a refund to your original payment method within 10 business days.

Please Note:

  • It may take additional time for your bank or credit card company to process the refund.

  • If you haven’t received your refund within 15 business days of approval, contact us at crquarto@stayreadyoutdoors.com.

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