Caving - "Cave Softly: Take only pictures, leave only ... - Reddit
Caves are fragile resources with delicate ecosystems. Many caves in the US have become sites where people dump garbage. Many caves are subject to vandalism. Many caves are explored by people who don't know caving ethics or safety and may become injured themselves, or damage the cave. If you want to learn how to cave safely and responsibly, the ...
best gear for caving : r/caving - Reddit
Apr 18, 2022 · A Petzl helmet. A couple of Petzl headlamps, battery-operated with halogen bulbs. One was on my helmet, and the other was a backup. A mini-Maglite, the two-AA-battery kind. The little grain-of-wheat lamp it had was a bright point source, good for a datum point in our cave mapping. This was my third light source.
Worst Caving Story You Know : r/caving - Reddit
Aug 23, 2023 · Worst Caving Story You Know. Besides NP (as that is against the rules), what's the scariest/most disturbing caving story you've read or heard about. The scariest must be the Thailand rescue. Those guys were using untested methods in rising water, and thought it highly unlikely that they would get any of those kids out alive.
Caving helmet - choosing the right one : r/caving - Reddit
Nov 27, 2020 · Caving helmet - choosing the right one. Hellop fellow cavers, I'm new to caving and it is time to choose my helmet. I didn't realize it would be such a complex topic but there are so many to choose from. Everyone talks about the Ecin Roc from Petzl, but they don't make it anymore. Well, I had the chance to try it for a few weeks, and I can say ...
Can somebody please explain the thrill of Caving to me? : r/caving …
Oct 2, 2022 · Caving, climbing, biking, and hiking all use specialized equipment to ensure safety and easy of travel. You would never bike without a helmet and of course the bike. You wouldn't hike without boots and a backpack with water.. You wouldn't climb without safety gear and ropes. Same with caving.
What's your most dangerous/scariest cave exploring stories?
Let's talk about the sketchiest/most dangerous caving (or otherwise underground) trips you've done. I was young and went with some people who I thought were experienced and knowledgeable. Only found out once inside they were not. Went down a 40 foot chute at a 45 degree angle full of clay.
Realistic caving games or simulators? : r/caving - Reddit
Definitely not a "simulator" (Unless you regularly fight aliens in potholes near you) but Deep Rock Galactic has you explore large and beautiful randomly generated caverns. Its not similar to caving per se, but it captures the feeling of exploring deeper and deeper. Its also absolutely pitch black in most areas without your torch/flares 😊 ...
What Headlamp can you recommend? : r/caving - Reddit
Mar 7, 2023 · staticcouplomb. •. it depends on what you want to do, for short caving (10 hours underground or less and around a 200m denivellation) you can take whatever you want ,zebralight , armytech and fenix are good, and high C.R.I options are available for photography.
Are there any highly realistic caving simulation video games?
Caving can be incredibly fun and no more exerting than a mid level hike or even an easy one, there are walkable caves we've brought literal toddlers into completely safe with proper gear and all. If its still not for u regardless thats fine, Im just saying the internet loves to make it seem much more dangerous than it actually is.
Any Tips for Someone Who's Claustrophobic? : r/caving - Reddit
Mar 18, 2021 · Panic attacks can be offset by finding a space you can still in not touching the walls closing your eyes and concentrating on your breathing. 5 seconds breathing in 5 seconds out (technique from mindfulness meditation that works as a reset button for the brain). This is also effecting while in a tight space.