The Solution – Wrap-up
Out with the old, and in with the new. The dawn of The Solution is here. Read about the highlights of the event below.
News Archive
The Pro Climbing League I 28 Feb
A dawn of a new competition era is upon us. The Pro Climbing League promises to shake things up with a new and exciting head-to-head boulder format. Find out more about the format, expected appearances, and challenges below.
Alex Honnold Free Solos Taipei 101
Renowned American climber Alex Honnold made history by free soloing Taipei 101, Taiwan’s 508‑metre skyscraper, without ropes or safety gear in a live Netflix broadcast. Honnold completed the 101-story ascent in 90 minutes and wowed spectators with his calm control and daring feat.
Alex Honnold to Free Solo Taipei 101 Live on Netflix 25 Jan
Alex Honnold will attempt a live, ropeless ascent of Taipei 101 on Netflix on 24 Jan, turning one of the world’s tallest buildings into a high stakes real time climb.
Cederberg Fires and Closures -Updated
An update on the fire that is currently burning in the Cederberg as well as affected areas.
GoodBETA Wrapped ‘2025
For most of us 2025 was a whirlwind! If you are not sure you caught everything there was to catch - well, then this is the post for you. A summary and collection of a few standout moments from 2025.
Youth Champs: Emgwenya Fundraiser
The CityROCK Youth Champs was a beginner to intermediate competition set up with the goal to raise funding for the Emgwenya Mountain Club.
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.
Tjoms in Arms V5
Friends and Allies annual Tjoms and Arms event has once again come and gone. In a newer facility, the fifth instalment of this event definitely did not disappoint. Read about the event and winners below.
CityROCKers Take Flight at Red Bull Flugtag!
Can a team of climbers build a craft worthy of glory and most importantly... flight?! Victor Paulo and team took on the RedBull Flugtag challenge and did CityROCK proud. Read all about the build, design and inspiration behind team 'Wors Case Scenario'.
