Bolts and Holds ’25
A competition for the routesetters and a day that brings the whole community together to celebrate climbing at its best. This years Bolts and Holds was extra special in Friends and Allies new venue.
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IFSC – Nations Finale Event
As the 2025 season slowly comes to an end, the IFSC have only a few more competitions on their calendar. Including the Nations Grand Finale Fukuoka. This event combines the Para-climbing masters with a new teams Lead and Boulder event.
Cool Down or Sit Down? The Climber’s Dilemma
Whether you like to cool down socially or peacefully on your own, cool downs are different for everyone. The best way to know what works for you, is to try out different movements and explore what makes you feel good post-climb. Jenni Comins takes us through her experience and points us in the direction of some useful excercises.
Silvermine Path Building Day
On Saturday 4 October, the troops rallied bright and early at Silvermine to build new paths and add new signs. While this work is tiring under the hot sun, it goes a long way at maintaining the climbing areas we know and love.
Spitzkoppe: A Namibian Big Wall Adventure | Pt 2
Josh Swinney’s Spitzkoppe trip report continues: bold slabs, off-width battles, and many, many pitches on Namibia’s South West Wall.
The Rory 2025 – Wrap-up
The Rory returned stronger than ever with new partnerships, heartfelt moments, and a growing climbing community coming together to celebrate.
Spitzkoppe: A Namibian Big Wall Adventure | Pt 1
Joshua Swinney takes on Namibia’s granite giant, Spitzkoppe; tackling bold multi-pitch routes, airy runouts, and unforgettable desert climbing.
Creature from the Black Lagoon (8C+) – Christopher Cosser
On 11 August 2025, Chris Cosser announced on Instagram that he had climbed Creature of the Black Lagoon (8C+) in Rocky Mountain National Park.
SANCF Nationals– 12-14 September 2025 – Results
This weekend saw the countries best coming together for the annual Lead and Boulder Nationals. The standard was exceptionally high and the talent even higher. Catch up on all the action here.
Rocklands Rally 2025 – The wrap up!
Rocklands Rally 2025 delivered big sends and bigger smiles. From beginners to crushers, the stoke was off the charts in one of the world’s most iconic bouldering destinations.
