Descent (93)
April 1990
Gear Review:
Goon Suits and the Polysuit
One was genuine, but beware the other!
The Leakey Tapes
Part two of an interview with Robert Leakey, in which he remembers the exploration of Mossdale Caverns.
Rope Jam in Chest-Mounted Croll Ascender
An NCA Equipment Committee report.
Rescue from Daren Cilau
Not an actual rescue – but how might such an event be dealt with. Here is a report on a one-day symposium on the subject.
Black Mountain Exploration
Caving access to a vast tract of land might be heading for closure, given potential restrictions controlled by the national park. This could be your area.
Caving in the Shadow of Perestroika
Following successful expeditions to the USSR and Pamirs, excellent relationship have been built between cavers of all countries involved.
Probing the Secrets Behind Malham Cove
John Cordingley brings us up to date with diving exploration behind the risings.
Cover: Steve Foster on Serendipity Pitch, Link Pot. Photo: Gavin Newman
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