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Descent (46)

September 1980

Descent (46)Russians Working
to Record Depth

The deepest cave in the world might no longer be in France, but in the USSR: enter Snezhnaya Cave.

British Connect Ragge Javre Raige with Lower Entrance

On a trip to Norway, a significant link is forged.

Top Kit:
Lightweight Tents

A round-up of the tents available on the market.

French Successes in New Britain

A French team has made significant discoveries and begun work on the Nare river.

Mulu 80

A small group of cavers have been investigating the caves of Sarawak and started to record some stunningly impressive sites.

Advanced Caving Techniques

Dave Elliot opens his series with the cord technique for rigging pitches.

Diving in Peak Cavern

Far Sump is receiving attention, to good effect.

Cover: Paul Deakin working in Peak Cavern streamway. Photo: W. Chiswell

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