Blouberg Tales – Part 2
My second attempt at Blouberg – complete with beknightings, bold leads, and the best slap chips in South Africa. A tale of grit, growth, and the pure joy of climbing.
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Weight What? RED-S in Climbing
Jasmin Pillai chats athlete health and safety in this blog on RED-S in competition climbing.
Ivan van der Tang on Life in Orange (8B)
Ivan tackles Life in Orange, a demanding line in Waterval Boven’s Superbowl Sector featuring a techy vertical start and a low-percentage crux under a roof.
Trail Update: Partial Reopening from 1 July 2025
Following the devastating fires in April 2025, SANParks has announced that select trails in Tokai and Silvermine East will reopen from 1 July.
Morgan Bay Seacliff Fest: A Weekend of Community, Climbing & Sunshine
The Morgan Bay Seacliff Fest on 30 May brought together climbers, kids, and community spirit in a weekend filled with adventure, prizes, and purpose
Rainbow Glen Climber Profile: Dion van der Riet
Dave Webster of Rainbow Glen chats to OG crusher, Dion van der Riet
Save the date I The Rory | 26-28 September
The Rory returns — a beloved climbing competition reborn in tribute to Rory Lowther, uniting past and present in a celebration of legacy, community, and the spirit of the climb.
Coming Back After a Major Injury
A journey through pain, persistence, and the mental battles of injury, this blog shares hard-won lessons on how to stop, heal, and rediscover your love for climbing after being sidelined.
Why Grip Strength Matters—Even If You Already Have It
As climbers, grip strength is second nature. But research shows it’s more than a measure of athleticism—it’s a key predictor of longevity, metabolic health, and resilience as we age.
Kromriver Bouldering Fest 2025
The MCSA Paarl/Wellington section recently led a bouldering trip to Kromriver, taking students from Stellenbosch University and the University of Cape Town on an adventurous weekend in the Cederberg’s iconic sandstone terrain.
