Flight 714
New route on the SW face of Wolfberg in the “Gold Rush” sector FA: Simon Larsen & John Crumley – 25 October 2014 Start: approx. 20 m left of “After the Gold Rush” there is wonderful looking clean golden juggy … Read More
Faraway Tree (24) **** 350m
FA: Sam Nightingale and Richard Halsey (18-20th April 2024) The route climbs the entire wall of Fernwood Precipice on the eastern side of Table Mountain, passing a large improbably positioned Rooiels tree at half height, weaving through the prominent central … Read More
Mossel Bay
Mossel Bay has very consistent surf with mostly uncrowded surf spots. So, if you are a surfer and climber then Mossel Bay (now with sea cliff climbing) is a must go destination. Mossel Bay is one hour from Wolwerivier in … Read More
el Matador (19) ****
A fairly direct route up the centre of the Bullshoot Prow, blasting straight through the traverses of Bullshoot. Takes in some steepish climbing, breaking through two roofs, including the intimidating-looking double tier roof near the top of pitch 3. Good … Read More
Flight of the Bumble Bee (20) ****
A classic direct line up the centre of Bee buttress, never deviating more than a metre either way and pulling through some interesting roofs. Great climbing with good gear. [su_row][su_column size=”1/2″ center=”no” class=””] [/su_column] [su_column size=”1/2″ center=”no” class=””] FA: Tony … Read More
Wally’s Sector
Wally’s Sector. Routes are described from left to right. 1. Heatwave 25m (12) ** FA: Dave Mercer, A. Wienand 2007 2. Cold War 25m (16) ** FA: Alan Ross, Hilton Davies, 5 February 2008. Variation by David Mercer, 8 February … Read More
In Your Honour & Fire Start
[su_row][su_column size=”1/2″ center=”no” class=””] In Your Honour 150 m (24) *** A new route on the Castle, Chess Pieces, Du Toits Kloof FA: Rob Zippley and Malcolm Gowans. October 2009. A large rack is recommended. Small, micro wires and 00 … Read More
Prisoners of the Sun & Destination Moon
One of the incredible privileges of living in Africa is that it is still possible to walk up to a popular crag and open good quality moderate trad routes. On a blistering hot summer’s morning, some scouting and sleuthing led … Read More