The
Equipment
Good helmets and headlamps are a must.  As
are lots of spare batteries.  You should have a
minimum of at least three light sources.
Good hand held
flashlights are a must
for seeing long
distances.  Xenon or
halogen are best, but
eat batteries quickly.
A harness for rappelling,
arresting falls, and to carry all
the necessary carabiners
Figure 8 descender
used for rappelling.
Numerous ropes.  Specifically
static rope.  Low stretch, not
used for climbing.  Descending
& ascending.  Several lengths
from 150' to 200' or longer.
The ascender.  Left and
right handed.  What goes
down, must come up.
Finally, the carabiner.  Lots of
these are good.  Must have a
locking gate.  Many uses,
such as anchors, connecting
equipment, even for holding
keys.
This list is not all inclusive and should
not be construed to be such.  Other
equipment is required that is not
mentioned here.