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December 29th, 2000, 06:40 PM
I thought this post might stir a bit of interest. As the first cave jump was made on Xmas eve right here in Oz!
Who would have thought Australia has a cave? - its not real big and its landing area is full of .......................boulders, but its a jump. I remembered it in distant memory from a previous life climbing and rappelling.
Xmas eve (with a lot of padding and and ankle braces) saw the maiden jump into the hole. Its a quick go and throw and make sure you get an "on" heading. The diameter at opening height is around 100 ft across so there is no dilly dallying to enjoy the view. The whole experience is like throwing a sausage (me) down a hallway (cave) and trying not to hit the sides. Canopy skill is a must!
True to a being hole though, the only way out is by rope so make sure you bring your jumars and don't plan on a speedy getaway. This is quite a workout especially where poor technique is adopted for ascending.
All in all, I give it a dodgey rating of 10. (Not something to be frequented often and not for those with heart conditions). Very pleasant standing at the bottom - partly because I was unhurt and partly because of the unique microclimate that exists in such an unusual place (ferns, moss and other flora).
So there is no need to go to Mexico now its right here in Oz. Part of another dodgey BASE adventure. A little short FF but very exciting!
Happy New Year
Luv
SLIM
Who would have thought Australia has a cave? - its not real big and its landing area is full of .......................boulders, but its a jump. I remembered it in distant memory from a previous life climbing and rappelling.
Xmas eve (with a lot of padding and and ankle braces) saw the maiden jump into the hole. Its a quick go and throw and make sure you get an "on" heading. The diameter at opening height is around 100 ft across so there is no dilly dallying to enjoy the view. The whole experience is like throwing a sausage (me) down a hallway (cave) and trying not to hit the sides. Canopy skill is a must!
True to a being hole though, the only way out is by rope so make sure you bring your jumars and don't plan on a speedy getaway. This is quite a workout especially where poor technique is adopted for ascending.
All in all, I give it a dodgey rating of 10. (Not something to be frequented often and not for those with heart conditions). Very pleasant standing at the bottom - partly because I was unhurt and partly because of the unique microclimate that exists in such an unusual place (ferns, moss and other flora).
So there is no need to go to Mexico now its right here in Oz. Part of another dodgey BASE adventure. A little short FF but very exciting!
Happy New Year
Luv
SLIM