Since the hole they're planning will only be 24" in diameter, I think groups of
8 is not feasible.
> From: dlocklea...@gmail.com
> Date: Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:13:20 -0500
> To: texascavers@texascavers.com
> Subject: [Texascavers] Re: mine rescue in Chile
>
> Rescuers are planning to lower a metal basket down the tube for the
> victims to be stand in.
>
> Surely, some knowledgeable cavers can explain a better way to do this.
>
>
> Somebody on that rescue team needs a quick tour of the shaft at Honeycreek!
>
>
> I would use a cordura bag shaped like a mummy sleeping bag, and hand
> sew webbing reinforcement, and
> heavy duty webbing lifting straps. Coat it with a good lubricant.
> I bet B&C Wunderwear could come
> up with an ingenious suit for the victims to wear.
>
> Also, they victims need to be pulled out in groups of 8. Right?
>
> David Locklear
>
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