Weight What? RED-S in Climbing
Jasmin Pillai chats athlete health and safety in this blog on RED-S in competition climbing.
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Post-Fire Access Update: The Pass Sector – Rocklands Winter Season 2025
The Pass Sector in Rocklands reopens this winter with new access rules and a strong focus on conservation after recent fire damage.
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.
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
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.
Reel Rock 19 Film Tour I Watch online
Missed the premier? Reel Rock 19 launches globally on Reel Rock Unlimited April 24th!
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.
