Climbing rope isn’t cheap, so it’s fair to wonder if ascenders could damage it. At first, there’s no visible signs of wear and tear from ascenders, but what about after extensive...
Archives: Blog
A few days ago my friend asked me if all caves are underground, I slowly replied with a “yes…”. It may sound funny, but I actually had to call him the next day to correct myself. This is what I...
If you’re planning your first caving journey, you might wonder if you’ll come across water or not. Not all caves have water in them, but most do. The primary cause of cave formation is from...
Pregnancy affects women in various ways. Some may feel drained of energy during the first months, while others take part in physical activities without a problem. You can go caving during...
Most cavers use helmets that are advertised as climbing helmets. Climbing helmets that are EN12492 certified provide protection from falling rocks and other potential impacts. But there are some key...
Caves form when acidic water flows through and dissolves soluble rock. So is it fair to assume that all caves have an exit from where water flows out? It’s possible, but not guaranteed. Caves...