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
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.
Warmbac
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.
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.
Fenix
HM65R ShadowMaster
The HM65R Shadowmaster is a rethinking of the standard HM65R. The magnesium alloy body still provides a light weight for the level of durability, as well as good dissipation of heat. However, the 400 lumen floodlight has been removed, and in its place sits a 150 lumen red floodlight, while the main beam as been improved, from 1000 to 1200 lumens, to compensate for this. It is powered by an included 18650 li-ion battery.
Fenix
Dual Channel Smart Charger ARE-A2
The Fenix Dual Channel Smart Charger ARE-A2 is the latest premium Fenix 2 channel mains charger, capable of charging a large range of Li-ion and Ni-mH batteries in any combination. Two independent charging channels each feature their own display of battery type / battery voltage / battery level. A single press on any channel's button will then display battery voltage / charging current / charging time. You can also turn off the display completely with a long press on any channel button.
Petzl
Freino Z
The Petzl Freino Z is an automatic locking karabiner with friction spur for use with the Stop and Simple caving descenders. It allows the user to increase or control the braking action of the descent, as well as facilitating the creation of a tie-off. The Freino Z can be rotated in order to make the descender loss-proof when transferred from gear loop to semi-circular karabiner.
Fenix
18650 Cold Weather Rechargeable Battery
The Fenix 18650 Cold Weather Rechargeable Battery, or ARB-L18-2900L as it's otherwise known, is a rechargeable battery that is designed to be used where no other battery can - in up to -40°C temperatures! It even has safety features on it to ensure no damage is done to battery or user from use of said electrics in such cold and harsh environments. It keeps a 70% output at -30°C, a temperature that usually stops all power from batteries.
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Fenix
HM65R Headlamp
A favourite with cavers the Fenix HM65R Headlamp is super powerful, robust, waterproof to IP68 and uses a rechargeable lithium-ion battery. The 1000 lumen Cree spot beam reaches over 160 metres, whilst the soft 400 lumens natural LED provides close in detail. You can combine them for 1400 Lumens during serious night navigation and large scale illumination! With long run times and a light magnesium alloy body the Fenix HM65R headtorch delivers epic performance whatever your adventure.
Petzl
Tam Tam Hammer
The Petzl Tam Tam is a practical hammer for speleology to place anchors. The handle is equipped with a 13 mm wrench for 8 mm nuts. Thanks to the practical wrist strap, it always lies securely in your hand.
Fenix
HM23
The Fenix HM23 is a lightweight and waterproof headlamp, with an aluminium housing that makes it tough enough for any adventure, yet powered by a single AA battery, it is also a perfect choice for lightweight and fast-paced endeavours. Ideal for outdoor adventures that require illumination and both hands, the HM23 is perfect for running, caving, hiking, camping and climbing applications. Featuring a neutral white beam, the light provides a warmer colour temperature that is better for colour rendition in natural environments, compared to a cool white light.
Raumer
Tap
The Raumer Tap features a sophisticated design that guarantees perfect anchorage to the rock. It has very strong and tough teeth, so it is not necessary to use another Tap to complete the hole. These self-drilling anchors are used with the Stroker to manually drill a hole. Made with galvanized steel.
Raumer
Handy
The Raumer Handy allows the user to vary the descent simply by moving the rope into the narrow section of the karabiner, eliminating almost all downwards force. It is equipped with a stainless steel twisted ring which can be clipped into the semi-circular maillon on a harness, this ring makes this karabiner suitable for all speeds of descent on any type of rope.
Raumer
Super Tanka
The Raumer Super Tanka is very strong and allows rapid opening and closing of canyoning and caving sacks. Created in aluminium alloy, it can block two cords up to 6mm diameter simultaneously. It is resistant to cold temperatures and always guarantees that the sack is closed properly (and stays closed), which sometimes is not always ensured with a knot. Very convenient – once you’ve tried it there’s no going back!
Fenix
HM50R V2.0
The Fenix HM50R V2.0 is a rechargeable and multi-purpose headlamp that is ideal for industrial, every day and sporting use. This lightweight LED headlamp offers an impressive upgrade over its predecessor with increased output, up from 500 to 700 lumens, the addition of 2 red light modes, USB-C fast charging and new breathable & reflective headband design.
Fenix
Headlamp Storage Case
The Fenix Headlamp Storage Case will protect your Fenix headlamp and spare batteries during transport and storage. It is made from Nylon cloth which features high strength, light weight and optimal anti-wear properties. In addition, it has an inner mesh retaining pocket and a 50mm long lanyard.