The most durable USB-C cable I've ever tested is only $11 this weekend (and I'd buy multiple)

• Compact, palm-size design that extends out to 1 meter/3.3 feet
• The cable is E-marker chipped to handle up to 100W
• The retractor reel is strong and can withstand 28kg/56lb.

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Cables are a source of never-ending frustration. Despite taking the time to carefully and methodically wrap them after each and every use using the over-under method, they always come out of my laptop bag looking like a deranged bird's nest. This leads to unwanted frustration, wasted time, and far too much tearing of hair.

I've tried keeping the cables in little stuff sacks, but I'm just not tidy enough for that. I've also tried using small keychain cables. They work, sort of, but I always run into situations that require a longer cable. What I need is a ...