Caving
Here is a guide on the essential kit for every Caver.
If you're looking to put together your own SRT kit, here is a handy guide on what you'll need.
Warmbac
The Cavers Wetsuit
The Warmbac The Cavers Wetsuit is a one piece suit in 4.5mm medium compound double lined neoprene. The hip and small of the back areas have been single lined, as well as the back of the arms for an extra bit of grip. All seams are glued a 6 thread mauser stitched, whilst the heavy duty nylon zip in enclosed for protection. The Caver wetsuit is great choice for use is wet caves and potholes.
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PVC Oversuit
The Warmbac PVC oversuit is an excellent choice for cold, wet caves. Its front opening, secured by a large Velcro strip, makes it easy to put on and take off. Neoprene wrist seals prevent water and debris from entering the sleeves, while an adjustable neoprene neck seal, also secured by Velcro, allows for customizable tension and increased comfort.
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Lightweight Oversuit
The Warmbac lightweight oversuit is a great option for overseas trips and expeditions. Being more compact and lighter in weight than some of the alternatives. This oversuit will pack down easily into a tackle bag and still leave space for your ropes and SRT Kit. These caving overalls are made from a 7oz / 450 denier nylon, it's also soft and flexible. This suit is easy to get on and off due to the front opening, this is secured by a zip which is protected by a Velcro secured baffle.
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Junior Lightweight Oversuit
The Warmbac Junior Lightweight Oversuit is known by cavers around the world as a quality product. Trusted by experienced cavers and outdoor centres alike they are as tough as they come.
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Fibre Pile Undersuit
The Warmbac Fibre Pile Undersuit is a very warm and comfortable suit due to the lightweight, wicking qualities of the fibre pile. The undersuit comes with a heavy duty 2 way zip, breast pocket and neoprene cuffs. All the seams of the suit are reinforced and the knees have a double thickness of fabric. Making it the perfect undersuit for caving adventures!
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Expedition Oversuit
The Warmbac Expedition Oversuit is a suit for when ordinary caving kit is too warm. The expedition suit still provides a reasonable level of protection from scrapes and abrasion, however it dries much quicker than Warmbac's other suits.
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Double Lined Neoprene Socks
The Warmbac Double Lined Neoprene Socks are ideal for caving trips and expeditions, Warmbac's Double Lined Neoprene Socks provide exceptional warmth and comfort. Crafted with a multi-thickness neoprene construction, these caving socks boast mauser-stitched seams for enhanced comfort and performance. The 3D shape ensures a superior fit, while the printed sole unit provides added grip during wear.
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Double Lined Neoprene Long Socks
The Warmbac Double Lined Neoprene Long Socks provide excellent warmth and comfort during caving trips, especially in water. The high calf cut ensures added warmth, making them ideal for use with wellington boots. With a 3D cut for a perfect fit and reinforced soles for durability, these socks offer optimal performance.
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Cordura Oversuit
The Warmbac Cordura Oversuit is one of the toughest and most durable sets of caving overalls available, it's easy to get on and off and will give many years of great performance. This caving oversuit features a full Cordura construction. The oversuit is easy to get on and off due to the zip front opening, the zip is then protected by a Velcro secured flap. The wrists are made of non-adjustable neoprene, the neck seal is also made of neoprene but this does also incorporate Velcro adjustment.
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40m Rope Bag
The Warmbac 40m Rope Bag is available in four sizes, this one which is 40m, 100m,120m and also 200m so what ever size your caving rope is there will be a rope bag to fit. Warmbac has designed the caving rope bag to feature a very tough and durable PVC construction. These rope bags all come fitted with drain holes in the base, this makes them ideal for use in a wet environment as the water will easily drain out.
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100m Rope Bag
The Warmbac 100m Rope Bag is suitable for 100m caving ropes or less with some caving kit. There are also a few other sizes of rope bag, so what ever length your caving rope is there will be a rope bag to fit it.
Petzl
Superavanti
The Petzl Superavanti caving harness delivers on low-weight and durability. The leg loops are reinforced with TPU for abrasion resistance, whilst the gear loops and attachment points have been made with HMPE for long-lasting durability. The attachment points are positioned low, allowing you to ascend the rope more easily and efficiently. Four gear loops allow you to carry all the gear necessary to progress, and the adjustment buckles are positioned inside the leg loops, limiting the risk of snagging in narrow passages.
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Omni
The Petzl Omni fills a niche market for semi-circular, alloy karabiners. They are primarily used for securing harnesses that use two attachment points that must be connected (such as the Petzl Super Avanti) or where there is likely to be a 3-way load. This multi-directional karabiner is available in two locking systems, the automatic Triact-Lock and the manual Screw-Lock.
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OK Oval
The Petzl OK Oval has been designed for use with pulleys, but is also very useful as a general purpose karabiner at belays and for caving cow-tails. It has an oval shape that allows optimal loading of devices with a wide cross-section, such as pulleys, rope clamps and mobile fall arresters. This lightweight karabiner is made of aluminium and it is available in three different locking systems.
Palm
Stomp Socks
The Palm Stomp Socks are made of 3mm neoprene and feature a three-dimensional cut for optimal conformity to the foot's shape. All seams are glued and blind stitched to enhance both comfort and performance. The neoprene sock's sole unit is fortified with a DuraTX-coated sole, and the convenient GlideSkin O-Ring opening ensures easy slipping on.
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Kick Socks
The Palm Kick Socks stand out as a versatile thermal neoprene sock designed for various watersports. Crafted from 3mm thermofibre-lined titanium neoprene, these socks boast a three-dimensional cut for optimal comfort. Enhanced performance is achieved through meticulously glued and blind-stitched seams. The soles feature a diamond traction print, providing both added grip and increased durability.