Pierk Caving magazine

PIERK / Caving Magazine

Summaries of Pierk number 3, October 2004

by: Maarten van Oene

2 Hup, Holland, Hup! - Maurits Hartendorp, chairman of Speleo Holland describes his efforts to let more members participate in caving activities.
3 Van het hoofdbestuur - Note from the central board by Eric Waich
3 En wat denken anderen hiervan, deel 4 - What do others think about it? J.P. van der Pas gives his negative opinion about the Black Diamond Xenix headlamp.
4 Nieuws rubriek - News, by Marcel Dikstra
9 Parijs onder Parijs - Introduction by Herman de Swart to the subterranean caverns and corridors of Paris
11 Paris souterraln - Report from Marion Gijbels and Jaco van Gorkom about a trip to underground Paris where a group of Dutch cavers enjoyed the hospitality of members of Speleo Club de Paris. How to enjoy historical ground, 'survive' underground gastronomy and get rid of the local police.
14 Digitale grotcamera - Maarten van Oene describes the advantages and disadvantages of the rugged digital Casio GV-10 camera in underground photograpy.
16 Boekbespreking - Book Reviews, by Herman de Swart
21 Reparatie van speleopakken - Eric Walch gives repairing tips on caving suits and compares different types of glues to get the job done.
24 Grottogadgets - Jos Burgers introduces the versatile GP Powerbank Smart battery charger.