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.
News Archive
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.
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.
WHAM FEST 2025 – Within Her Are Mountains
WHAM FEST 2025 is coming to Rocklands Basecamp this September—an empowering, inclusive climbing and adventure festival for womxn and underrepresented climbers. With workshops, wellness, art, and community connection, this is a weekend to celebrate, grow, and climb together in the heart of the Cederberg.
Reel Rock 19 Film Tour I Watch online
Missed the premier? Reel Rock 19 launches globally on Reel Rock Unlimited April 24th!
LA28 Olympics to Feature Standalone Medals for Sport Climbing’s 3 Disciplines!
Big news for sport climbing: LA28 will feature Boulder, Lead, and Speed as standalone disciplines, offering separate medals for both men and women, alongside an increased athlete quota!
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.
Up, Down, Record Broken: Alex Honnold Blazes Through Plumber’s Crack
Alex Honnold sets a new up-and-down speed record on Plumber’s Crack, proving that fun and fast can still mean safe and controlled.
Warren Eva Makes History on Annapurna I: First South African to Summit the Deadly Peak
South African mountaineer Warren Eva has made history as the first from his country to summit the formidable Annapurna I, standing at 8,091m in Nepal.
Cederberg Rocklands Fire update
After 13 intense days, the Krakadouw Peak fire has been contained thanks to an incredible community effort—now it’s time for the Cederberg to rest and recover.
