General
100 mph tape
What does 100 mph tape mean?
Heavy Army-issue tape, said to hold up at a hundred miles per hour, used to fix nearly anything.
"A little 100 mph tape and that antenna mount will hold."
Origin
U.S. military; from the claim it can withstand very high speeds.
Frequently asked questions
What is 100 mph tape?
It's heavy Army-issue duct tape used to fix almost anything in the field, nicknamed for supposedly holding up at a hundred miles per hour.
Why is it called 100 mph tape?
The name comes from the claim that it stays stuck even at very high speeds, such as on a moving vehicle or aircraft.
How is it used?
Troops use it as an all-purpose field fix for gear, mounts, and equipment repairs.
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