Friends and Allies has moved!
Friends and Allies has relocated to a larger facility at 304 Tungsten Road, Strydom Park, featuring expanded bouldering walls, new amenities, and improved infrastructure.
News
Boven Resoles December Shut down Period
Boven Resoles will be closed from December 18, 2024, to January 9, 2025, with operations resuming on January 10.
Sell Your Pre-Loved Gear!
Exciting news! Our Gear Marketplace has undergone a transformation to provide you with a smoother, more visually captivating experience for buying and selling pre-loved gear.
Babsi Zangerl Becomes First Person to Flash El Capitan
Austrian climber Barbara “Babsi” Zangerl has made history as the first person to flash a route on El Capitan, completing the 3,300-foot Free Rider (VI 5.13a) in a four day ascent, without falling. Supported by her partner Jacopo Larcher, who…
Climbers Push Limits with Yosemite Quad Achievement
Discover how climbers Michael Vaill and Tanner Wanish broke barriers with the Yosemite Quad—four iconic routes, 9,000 vertical feet, and 86 pitches in under 22 hours.
FA Meltdown – 6 Dec
The Friends & Allies season finale brings climbers together for one epic showdown and a sneak peek at FA’s new location
2024 Black Diamond Tradathon: Wolfberg Wrap up Report
The 2024 Black Diamond Tradathon at Wolfberg Cederberg brought together South Africa’s trad climbing community, from newcomers to veterans, for a successful event filled with new route achievements, inspiring talks, and camaraderie against the stunning backdrop of Wolfberg’s iconic sandstone cliffs.
Sport Climbing Introduces New Four-Lane Speed Format
The World Games will debut a thrilling new four-lane Speed climbing format for both individual and team events, allowing multiple climbers to race side-by-side in a fast-paced competition that adds intensity to the sport.
Nicholas Allan Completes Fourth Ascent of KhoiKhoi V15/8C I Watch now
Nicholas Allan continues to make his mark on the South African climbing scene with bold ascents, including the fourth-ever send of KhoiKhoi V15/8C in Rocklands.
WCC Development Fundraiser Winners
The winners of the Western Cape Climbing Development Fundraiser have been announced!
