Bruce Approved: Bruce Shapiro is the Director of the Univerisity of Utah Canyoneering Program
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Slings and Foot Loops
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Shoes & Boots: Canyoning
Climbing approach shoes are designed to provide grip and stability while traversing...
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Satellite Communication Devices
We recommend Garmin because it has these capabilities: GPS, satellite communication, technology that...
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Ropes & Rope Bags
The Sterling C IV is a good beginner canyoning rope with a...
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Rope Grabs: Mechanical & Non-Mechanical
The most commonly used rope grabs in canyoning are the VT, Petzl...
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Rappel Devices we recommend
Sqwurel, Canyoneering USA CRTR, Canyoneering USA Hoodoo, OnRopecanyoneering
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Personal Anchor Systems (PAS)
We recommend adjustable personal anchor systems, Purcell Prusik or Petzl Dual Connect. ...
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Packing to Lead a Canyon
Extra food Extra water Extra First aid items: Sam splint, ankle brace,...
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Helmets: Specifications are Important
You will need a helmet designed to provide protection against falling debris...
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Harnesses: Canyoning Specific Harnesses
Here are the harnesses we recommend. You can start with a climbing...
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First Aid Kit and what you need to Add
We recommend a complete 440 piece first aid kit with the following...
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Clothing Recommendations
Clothing: Avoid cotton. Look for quick-drying and sweat-wicking synthetics such as polyester,...
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Carabiners: Why HMS Carabiners?
You will need carabiners designed to securely attach the harness to a...
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Camera: Keeping Camera Safe & Accessible
I like to take pictures in the canyons plus my phone is...
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Books to Read & Guide Books: Charleen's favorites
Here are a list of books we found helpful in our journey...
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Aquatic Canyoning Wetsuits & Accessories
There are a few tricks to staying warm in wet canyons, wearing...
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Anchors, Webbing, Rapides, Figure 8 Device, Slings & Canyoning Ropes
1-inch Tubular Webbing Rapides 8mm Figure 8 Device Slings Sterling C IV...
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Accessories: Essential and Optional
Depending on the canyoning environment there are accessories that are essential and...
