2026 April Fools Fun
From bizarre gear launches to laugh-out-loud gym announcements, here are some of the best April Fools’ pranks that had the climbing community talking this year.
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Climb Namibia 22-31 May
From 22–31 May 2026, the legendary granite towers of Spitzkoppe will once again come alive with climbers from around the world for the second edition.
Cape Town Rock Rally 2026 – Wrap-up
The first ever Cape Town Rock Rally hit Lower Silvermine like a freight train. People experienced their first outdoor climb, their first lead, their first time belaying, their first time cleaning, their first time falling! It was epic!
Cape Town Rock Rally 2026
It's Rock Rally time! This time taking place across the Cape Peninsula, with multiple crags and opportunities to win some epic prizes. Read below to book your tickets.
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.
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.
