WILDERNESS BLOG
How to Keep Your Climbing Rope Safe (and Stay Alive)
Your climbing rope is your lifeline – literally. But as much as we’d like them to last forever, ropes need regular maintenance to stay reliable, and they do need to be retired once they’ve reached the end of their life. Here’s how to keep your rope in peak condition, assess its safety and avoid unexpected “surprises” on the wall…
Read meFiltration & Purification in the Mountains
If you’ve been adventuring in the mountains for a while, you have probably shared this experience with thousands of other folks out there:
You’re 15km into a 7km hike that your friend assured you was “easy.” It's forty-something degrees and you have just taken your last sip of water, which is warm enough for afternoon tea. Scummy streams and muddy puddles are starting to look pretty appealing… and that’s when you realise that you probably shouldn’t have skimped on a water purification system!
Read meEssentials For Trad Leading
CityROCK Cape Town Gear Shop Manager Mike Kable has already walked us through the gear required for trad seconding, and now he's clueing us in on what you'll need to take the lead!
Read mePetzl NEOX
The institution that is the GriGri has received a major lead climbing upgrade and even takes on a new moniker – enter the NEOX.
Essentials for Trad Seconding
If you are keen to get into trad, the easiest way forward is to make friends with experienced trad climbers who have all the gear and are willing to take you under their wing. This allows you to try it out safely, learn all the correct practices and get familiar with the equipment before shelling out for your own rack.
Scarpa Resoles
Scarpa South Africa is thrilled to announce the launch of the Official Scarpa Resoles service, now available across the country! This new service allows climbers to extend the life of their favourite climbing shoes with premium resoling services for just R950 a pair.
Read meShould I Import or Buy Local?
With the growth of the e-commerce market, South Africans are increasingly trusting when it comes to buying online. Saving on the hassle of having to leave your bed to go shopping, you can sit and scroll through an unlimited number of products from all around the world. With just a few clicks, and a couple of days of waiting, your shiny new gear is jetted around the world straight to your door. It’s as easy as that… or is it?
The Hiking (Non)Necessities
Enjoy unforgettable adventures with these nice-to-haves that will take your hiking experience to the next level…
MMO’s Hiking Essentials
South Africa has some of the best hiking trails in the world, and you’d better get out there and explore! Here’s everything you need to enjoy smooth and safe adventures…
Best Summer Spots for Gauteng Adventurers
It's a new year and summer is in full swing, which means it’s time to get out there and have some adventures! Here are two of our favourite spots close to Gauteng where you can enjoy some lekker climbing and hiking…