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I use the large VEX chain to hold all my keys together, because the chain pops apart, and it's really easy to put new rings on, but I also used some of the open unused links for hair ties, since my hair , when pulled down straight from its natural curly state, can reach my waist. Add moving parts in a robot, and I've got disaster if my hair isn't tied.

I always keep around three hair ties on my VEX chain just in case I snap one since my curls poof with ridiculous, uncontrollable volume. The chain stays on a carabiner, and the carabiner on a belt loop. It's convenient for everyday use, and competition use. Since I carry spares, I'll always be willing to donate a hair tie to a long haired FIRST-er in need, female or male!

I highly recommend trying the VEX chain for keys. you can hold so much with it. Just make a small loop about the diameter of two inches, and you have more than enough "slots" for hair ties, fobs, keys, and whatever else you want to put on it. Then link the chain loop to a carabiner, and you have a convenient way to store all your dangling essentials.