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GroundquestMSA wrote:Two caves that I am currently surveying have pits and banks that must be dropped. There are no natural anchors. The walls and floors are mud and crumbly conglomerates. While the ceiling could be bolted, I lack the skills or equipment to do so. My only idea was do dig a hole in the floor and bury an anchor of some sort, a section of 2x8 or a worn down disc blade or such. What are your thoughts on the matter?
Also, I need to climb a massive mudbank that is nearly vertical. My best idea so far is to cut steps and climb up with the aid of an ice axe or hand mattock. Any better ideas?
Thanks very much folks.
NZcaver wrote:What about a stemple? Any sturdy length of timber or log or whatever firmly braced across the passage should suffice, assuming you don't mind dragging it through the cave to where you need it. I'd be wary about burying a deadman type anchor in mud.
Scott McCrea wrote:Go farther away from the drop. I have rigged a drop over 100' from the lip.
rlboyce wrote:Those are some mighty peculiar caving conditions!
NZcaver wrote:What about a stemple? Any sturdy length of timber or log or whatever firmly braced across the passage should suffice, assuming you don't mind dragging it through the cave to where you need it. I'd be wary about burying a deadman type anchor in mud.
chh wrote:If the ceiling is boltable, I would suggest learning how to bolt.
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