Blouberg Tales – Part 1
Blouberg—the towering giant of South African climbing—beckoned, but my first attempt ended not with a summit, but with a tuna tin, a gashed finger, and a cave full of unforgettable memories.
Climbing Tales
South Africa’s Tallest Via Ferrata – The Dragon’s Tale – Drakensberg
South Africa’s tallest via ferrata, the Dragon’s Tale, offers a thrilling new adventure in the Drakensberg — rising from a controversial past into a story of redemption, community, and responsible tourism.
Ever Wondered Where the Belay Test Came From?
Before harnesses were common and gym walls were made of wood, Peter Mayfield was quietly inventing the belay test that would shape indoor climbing safety forever.
The Colosseum: South Africa’s Newest ‘Alpine-esque’ Sport Climbing Destination
The Colosseum, a newly developed alpine-esque sport climbing crag in Du Toits Kloof, offers adventurous climbers world-class routes, stunning overhangs, and an immersive climbing experience.
New Table Mountain Challenge: India Venster to Jacob’s Ladder FKT
A new Table Mountain challenge awaits: climb Jacob’s Ladder via India Venster as fast as possible—Aidan Bennetts and Brent Russel set the first recorded time at 1 hour, 1 minute.
Brit Rock VI comes to South Africa
Watch the Brit Rock Film Tour: Season VI—featuring an electrifying lineup of the UK’s best climbing and adventure films. Cape Town 8 March and Johannesburg 12 March.
2024 Black Diamond Tradathon: Wolfberg Wrap up Report
The 2024 Black Diamond Tradathon at Wolfberg Cederberg brought together South Africa’s trad climbing community, from newcomers to veterans, for a successful event filled with new route achievements, inspiring talks, and camaraderie against the stunning backdrop of Wolfberg’s iconic sandstone cliffs.
Big wall climbing in Kyrgyzstan
A team of South African, Austrian, and American climbers tackled Kyrgyzstan’s Ak-Su Valley this August, facing cold swims and rugged granite to summit some of Central Asia’s most iconic big walls; Watch Aidan Bennetts’ memoir of his time there.
Nicholas Allan Completes Fourth Ascent of KhoiKhoi V15/8C I Watch now
Nicholas Allan continues to make his mark on the South African climbing scene with bold ascents, including the fourth-ever send of KhoiKhoi V15/8C in Rocklands.
Addicted to Fear I Watch now
The new short film Addicted to Fear follows professional climber Ethan Pringle as he confronts the beauty and danger of highball bouldering in Rocklands, South Africa, while reflecting on his motivations and mindset. Directed by Catie Monteiro.
