Whistle

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Whistle

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A compact but very loud (115 dB) 2-tone whistle.
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A rather ineffective form of whistle wielded by Cambridge University cavers, with a maximum volume of only about 65 dB. Noot noot.

Used to enable minimal communication on noisy pitches, using whistle calls. Worn on a string around your neck (thin enough to snap if it gets caught), or attached to the chest harness. A whistle can easily be louder than a powerful waterfall (about 90-95 dB), and far louder than shouting (80 dB). If it is not loud enough, then a walkie talkie might be needed instead.


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