Footwear/Gloves

Etche canyoning boots. Also entirely suitable for caving, these are a rugged set of footwear built to the same specification as the boots, but with four lace holes, and a slit and reinforced achilles, with an overall height of just under eight inches. As with the boots, they have a very grippy tread, and no midsole, but do have a composite reinforced toecap. Trainer insoles are a great aid to comfort in these, as in all caving boots (how many shoes do you have, now, without insoles?) The lace up ankle makes for greater support, and prevents grit entering easily (especially compared to cut - down wellies). They drain immediately and feel a lot lighter than full sizes boots - an advantage in long aqueous trips, and also where there is a lot of SRT to do. (See the relevant section in 'Alpine Caving Techniques' for a fuller discussion of footwear for expedition use) As canyoning boots, these have received good feedback, and their relatively small number of seams appears to make them less inclined to come apart in use, compared to those with a greater number of constituent parts. WE ONLY KEEP A SMALL NUMBER OF THESE BOOTS IN STOCK, SOMETIMES IT IS NECESSARY TO ORDER SOME SIZES IN. PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU REQUIRE THEM AT SHORT NOTICE.

Marigold Astroflex glove. Blue latex rubber, lined caving glove. Very waterproof and flexible, for those who do not need the heavy weight protection of the Rigger, or who want increased dexterity. A middle way between the Marigold Industrial and the Rigger. 30cm cuff, and crinkle finished for improved grip in the wet. Available in sizes 8(medium) 9 (large) and 10 (XL) We expect to have the small size 7 soon - ideal for young and small cavers... We will add this when we can. Please specify size when ordering!

Rigger gloves. 40cm long PVC gauntlet. Tough, very waterproof (the long cuffs help in crawls)and quite grippy. Micro granulated surface to improve grip - so we're told! Good expedition gloves, long lasting and still delicate enough to rig with (even bolting with spits, once you get used to it). This is currently my SRT glove of choice. Available in sizes 8 (medium) 9 (large) and 10 (XL) Please specify size when ordering!

Warmbac wetsocks, short. High quality five piece neoprene socks ideal for wet caves. For an excellent fit in your boots, and to avoid blisters if you're planning on doing *lots* of prussiking, add trainer insoles! Available in sizes 4 - 12, other sizes made to order (we have supplied size 15!)