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Month: January 2016 (Page 3 of 3)

Carabiners

Walk into any climbing shop and you’ll be presented with a wide array of carabiners, loads of sizes, loads of shapes, loads of colours and a range of prices.

What ever carabiner you choose to buy please make sure that it is a type that is rated for climbing/caving and that it is suitable for job you will be asking it to do. A carabiner suitable for climbing will have its strength rating forged, stamped or etched on it. It should also conform to the relevant PPE standard (EN 12275, the standard for mountaineering connectors), this again should be present on the carabiner.

Carabiners

There are some really super light carabiners available out there that are great for climbing but could be too easily damaged/compromised whilst on the river. In instances where hauling, belaying or security are required locking carabiners are best. I carry four locking carabiners as part of my kit, but also have a couple of non-locking carabiners in my boat for clipping gear into that can be called into service if required.

The number you should carry is subjective – Mountainbuzz, Pin Kit.

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Petzl eLITE – Review

The Petzl eLITE is an ultralight and compact head torch designed for emergency use. I have had one of the 1st generation units for years.

Petzl e+LITE - Review

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Angola – Searching For The Kwanza

A couple weeks ago Mike Dawson (NZL) & Aaron Mann (USA) traveled to Angola to explore the rivers of this West African nation. They put on what they believe to be one greatest rivers in the world – The Kwanza River. It is one of the great African rivers flowing from the highlands of Angola before dropping steeply off the edge of the Bie Plateau.

 Angola - Searching For The Kwanza

They found huge rapids, deep gorges, incredible scenery and amazing people.

This film is about the first descent of the whitewater section of the Kwanza between to Campanda & Cambanbe dams.

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He Lost His Drone And GoPro

A few years ago Geoff Otto lost his DJI Phantom Quadcopter and attached GoPro Hero 3 Black edition.

He Lost His Drone And GoPro

The drone And GoPro were lost to the murky depths of the Tees Barrage International Whitewater Course here in the UK. The course takes water directly from the river Tees before returning the water below the barrage and back into the tidal section of the river.

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Shieldaig Outdoor Adventures

Hi Unsponsored Viewers,

My name is Tom Tindale and I know one or two of you out there!! I run a small outdoor business in Shieldaig on the North West coast of Scotland. I launched a Crowdfunder to raise money for new equipment for my business and in return investors have options to come on adventures with us or hire equipment for their own adventures. If successful we are planning on running some competttions with Unsponsored this summer with chances to win sea or mountain adventures amongst the spectacular Torridon mountains for upto four people.

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2016 And Back In The Game

Sam Ellis has released his latest edit. Back on the water following a serious kayak injury and ready to charge through 2016. Filmed entirely on the GoPro Hero 4 Session.

2016 And Back In The Game

We’ve had some good water levels here in the North East over the last few weeks and Sam has managed to take full advantage. Keep charging – 2016 And Back In The Game!

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Movie Monday 4 January 2016

Wow, it’s Movie Monday 4 January 2016 already. The first Movie Monday of 2016. Hope your not back at work yet and have a bit more time for some paddling inspiration. Even if you are, take some time to watch these great edits chosen by Team Unsponsored.

Movie Monday 4 January 2016

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New Zealand’s Best Big River

David Bain and fellow paddlers take on the the Kawarau river on the South Island near Queenstown.

New Zealands Best Big River

Some big water action. Enjoy.

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Latex Gasket Repair

There is always a chance that every time you put on piece of gear that has latex gaskets that the gasket could split. This recently happened to Dave Kersey. The choice of not paddling, getting wet/cold or carrying out an emergency latex gasket repair was an easy one to make.

Dave managed to use some woven medical tape to quickly and effectively repair the split.

Latex Gasket Repair

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Not Movie Monday – New Year Special 2016

Welcome to 2016!

I hope this year will be an awesome one for all of our Unsponsored friends. Big plans for 2016 here at Unsponsored HQ. Many thanks to all who have continued to visit and support the site.

For Not Movie Monday – New Year Special 2016 we have a few carefully selected edits for viewing. Some good lines, and good times. Enjoy.

Not Movie Monday - New Year Special 2016

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