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Tranquilitas 20th Birthday – Wrap-up

Tranquilitas turned 20, and over 100 climbers and campers came to celebrate. There was a…

Rocklands Rally 2026 Wrap-up

A Rally in the heart of South Africa’s Bouldering capital. What more could you ask…

Tranquilitas Birthday Bash – 3 October

This year marks 20 years of Tranquilitas. A special place for many, and the source…

Climb Angola 2026

Climb Angola is an ongoing project to help grow climbing and the local communities in…

Youth Worlds Arco 2026 – SA Highlights

The South African Youth Team took to the walls in Arco, Italy. Read below for…

Updated (2025) Slanghoek Route Guide

Get the latest route guide for one of South Africa’s most magnificent climbing spots…

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The Colosseum: South Africa’s Newest ‘Alpine-esque’ Sport Climbing Destination

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Storm Myburgh
07/03/2025

The Colosseum, a newly developed alpine-esque sport climbing crag in Du Toits Kloof, offers adventurous climbers world-class routes, stunning overhangs, and an immersive climbing experience.

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SANCF Youth Selections 7-9 March I Watch live

Get ready to cheer on South Africa’s top young climbers at the 2025 SANCF Youth Selections from 7 to 9 March, as they compete for a spot at the IFSC Youth World Championships in Helsinki!

GriGri Misuse Leads to 13-Meter Fall for Professional Climber

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callybishop
02/03/2025

A professional climber suffered severe injuries after a belayer’s improper use of a GriGri led to a 13-meter fall, sparking discussions on climbing safety and proper belay techniques.

SOLD OUT – Film Premiere 18 March in CT: NEWBORN – The Next Generation

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Paula Mostard
27/02/2025

Experience the exclusive premiere of NEWBORN: The Next Generation, a gripping documentary following Chris Cosser and Calrin Curtis as they attempt the first-ever onsight of Newborn, one of South Africa’s toughest big wall routes at Yellowwood, Du Toits Kloof.