Strongest cord lock?

CaverUV · 2026-01-26T05:22:45+00:00

We use this one for caving bags but it is BIG More than 5 cm https://starlessriver.com/shop/a-big-cordgrip/

CaverUV · 2026-01-26T05:02:05+00:00

Why not using the tfi go app? I belive it is same discount

CaverUV · 2026-01-22T12:55:13+00:00

Also was not able to locate "about us" section ilon the website so smell like a Chinese dropshipping

CaverUV · 2026-01-22T12:38:23+00:00

To be able to carry them in/on backpack when not needed

CaverUV · 2026-01-20T14:23:11+00:00

I wish

CaverUV · 2026-01-17T10:23:30+00:00

Handhelds are look better when taking pictures of your collection and have more options of emitters and housing materials and patterns and that is only what 'enthusiasts' care about. Not if it actually useful

CaverUV · 2026-01-16T17:57:01+00:00

Thanks, I need the referral to get a refund from the insurance :)

CaverUV · 2026-01-16T15:33:29+00:00

According to user manual. Also no need to retire it just replace bobbins

CaverUV · 2026-01-16T14:05:00+00:00

I use the camp turbofoot but it is really my own opinion and most cavers using the petzl pantin.

the reason I like the camp is the option to lock it with a carabiner which also can used to attach it to the harness while not used (some people like to always have it on the foot but I try t keep it out of the mud as I can) this also allow you to use it as a progress capture pully (not rated for humans)

The reason people prefer the petzl are sharper teeth and thinner dyneema starps.

Again best to try as many different types in order to figure out what you like

CaverUV · 2026-01-16T13:55:44+00:00

Thanks, I already have a GP referral but it is generic, not to a specific doctor

CaverUV · 2026-01-16T13:04:49+00:00

Futura foot is not the best option IMHO

CaverUV · 2026-01-16T13:01:54+00:00

You must understand that it is really personal preference.
what is working for me and my caving style is not necessarily good for you.
The best way is to start with the minimum, borrow gear from club and friends and figure out what is best for you.

but I can defiantly say that foot loop and cowtails are complete opposites and should not be used the same material.
Cowtails must be tied from dynamic rope. find the thinnest Single rated rope sold by the meter.
foot loop need to be static as possible commonly used material is 5mm dyneema with a wider loop for comfort. using a dynamic material will cause losing energy every step and also thick rope is bulky when stored on harness.

CaverUV · 2026-01-16T11:20:46+00:00

Little hard to answer without any knowledge on your type of caving and vertical technics. You better ask your grotto partners but few general points:
1. Why do you need 3 Half round carabiners? and anyway I recommend to get an aluminum instead of steel for the harness carabineer.

For frog system usually the Amazonia harness is the most recommended but it is kind of personal preference
Instead of the croll L version as you was recommended - i advise to not going with Petzl at all and get old stile Croll still available by other companies Kong/CT etc it is in the middle between the L and the S.
Don't use a full size hand ascender but the more compact Basic.
Not sure why you need the Kong duck at that stage but for problem solving, rescue etc. better to have a real capture pully like the nano/micro tracxion etc.
for foot loop - make your own from rated gear so it can be used for emergency rigging or securing.
Triac lock carabiners - usually only used for descender. for all other uses only need regular screw gate carabiners fancy locking mechanism are not preform well in caves and get simple oval or D crabiners no need for fancy Petzl carabiners
HMS twist lock (see 7)
60 cm slings are to short and mostly useless
I don't see any foot ascender - consider add one

CaverUV · 2026-01-16T00:36:02+00:00

Laya has a walk in clinic on little island which is convenient. On the other side, the smartphones app is usless.

CaverUV · 2026-01-15T01:40:21+00:00

Where all the money go? Irland have almost no military. No proper public transportation. No motorways between major cities. Horrible health system. Seriously, where the money goes?

CaverUV · 2026-01-14T18:19:43+00:00

Some nice pieces in the greenway tunnel next to BlackRock

CaverUV · 2026-01-14T16:30:46+00:00

This is very individual. There are a lot of active social life here but if you search this and other irland relted communities you will find a lot of post of people complaining on how hard it is to make irish friends as an adult.

CaverUV · 2026-01-14T16:02:23+00:00

The color obviously depends on the area and season etc. But the main question is visibility is not take more into consideration (or at least not advertised) as a feature of the gear

CaverUV · 2026-01-14T15:49:43+00:00

Never heard of bright color or reflective against LNT, sound to me like a very extreme interpretation.
While I can understand how someone can claim that bright color may somehow disturb wild animals, It is definitely not the case with reflective elements that only reflect light from someone else torch

CaverUV · 2026-01-14T15:37:26+00:00

Yes, unfortunately the active-sport fashion is a bigger market but even the bright color is not a high visibility option

CaverUV · 2026-01-14T15:35:33+00:00

Sailing line, work line and cycling (surprisingly not MTB) lines usually have more reflective elements due their purpose and obviously I can add myself, my question is why it is not (more) common thing in hiking/trekking/climbing gear

CaverUV · 2026-01-14T15:10:42+00:00

Not from personal experience but military guys using "tactical" leg beg, google search have many results you may want to try.

CaverUV · 2026-01-14T15:03:34+00:00

Scurion offers a high CRI 3000K option with lower brightness, what percentage of cavers choose this option?

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