Speleology Archives

Petzl recalls Pirana descender device

Petzl is recalling its Pirana descender due to the risk of drowning if the rope accidentally jams in the locking groove. Do not continue to use the descenders affected by this recall.

Criticized: Caroline Ciavaldini and James Pearson climb into a stalactite cave

The two professional climbers Caroline Ciavaldini and James Pearson recently announced their latest climbing project, in which they climb in a stalactite cave. They are now being sharply criticized for the action.