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PERSONAL EQUIPMENT

It is necessary for each person to bring a minimum of the following personal equipment:

  • Climbing / rappelling harness & rappelling gloves.
  • 2 "LARGE" pear shaped locking carabiners.
  • 2 regular size, locking carabiners.
  • Personal BASE equipment including helmet & pads.

CAVE BASE EQUIPMENT

Required Items:

  • Passport and identification
  • Comfortable rappelling harness
  • Two "LARGE" pear shaped locking carabiners
  • Two regular, locking carabiners
  • Gloves for rappelling

BASE Gear:

  • Large 7 cell BASE canopy
  • 30 inch or larger pilot chute
  • Quality BASE container, Velcro or pinned
  • Stash bag
  • Knee & elbow pads
  • Helmet

Suggested Items:

  • Small back pack
  • Two pairs of shoes, (it can get wet)
  • Plenty of socks
  • Lightweight rain jack / poncho
  • Hiking pants / Hiking shorts
  • Bright colors to jump in.
    If you want to get filmed, wear bright colors. Avoid darks and whites.
    Bright red, yellow, green and orange work well. Get creative!

Miscellaneous:

  • Sleeping bags are not necessary
  • Ear plugs
  • Personal hygiene kit
  • Phone cards

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