BD have just released its new range of small cams. They are officially known as the X4 Camalots. Rumor has it that internally, they were known as Predators, a tongue-in-cheek code word to take on Aliens, the one-time market leader for small cams.
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Bolt issue on Kalymnos
As we anticipated for years, they have Stress Corrosion Cracking (SCC) of their stainless steel bolts, just as Cayman Brac and Thailand used to have.
Miura VS under scrutiny
A high performance Italian model with Velcro. In the absence a Lamborghini sports car sharing the same name, I’ll tell you about my test drive of the climbing shoes instead.
Mammut ropes back in South Africa
Robert and Trish from MMO speak to us about their decision to bring Mammut ropes back to the South African climbing market.
Icebreaker Merino Wool Review
Icebreaker Review by Malcom Gowans. “I’ve been testing out my Icebreakers on multi-pitch sport routes, wintery trail runs, sweating and grunting while missioning up bushy kloofs in search of illusive trad lines and TACFIT training on cold rainy beaches.”
Worldwide warning to users of via ferrata sets
The UIAA – International Mountaineering and Climbing Federation is issuing a worldwide warning to users of via ferrata sets to check the websites of manufacturers in order to find out whether the unit they are using is safe.
Vaude Terkum Backpack Review
Instead of taking more rest days or doing something silly like yoga, I decided to acquire some items that I though my body would appreciate. These included an ergonomic chair, an orthopaedic pillow and a backpack that fits well.
OUTDOOR
The outdoors is getting greater. More people going outdoors, that translates to more customers and more stuff to buy and sell. Business is good.
Reverso 4 Review
The Reverso 4 looks and performs almost identically to its predecessor the Reverso 3. That is to say that it is an excellent belay device.
Review: Platypus Insulator Hydration Systems
If you like your water at a certain temperature then this is the reservoir for you.
Summit Jacket by First Ascent
Top of the range waterproof jacket, designed for the most extreme conditions on the planet.
Review K-Way Mercury Shell Jacket
When I received the packet at the post office I was surprised how light and small it was for what is a proper shell jacket.
First Ascent Apple Jacket Review
The Apple Jacket is a windproof, water resistant shell with a full zip weighing in at a mere 95g!
Review: First Ascent 5-in1 Poncho
The First Ascent 5-in1 Poncho is, as the name suggest, a poncho with some extra tweaks that makes it easier to use it for other purposes than just a raincoat.
Evolv / Bluewater Athletes Andrew Pedley & Matt Bush pushing the limits
Andrew was reportedly seen recently in the Cape, where he made an ‘onsight’ of TM trad classic ‘No Longer at Ease’, 25 ‘The walk in was harder than the climb (seriously!)
First Ascent Yak Sac Duffle Review
The Yak Sac is a bombproof expedition bag designed for hauling gear for any sort of journey on which you might be embarking.
GRIGRI 2 Review – Assisted braking belay device
In brief, it’s lighter, safer, smaller and works like the old one (just like an old friend but now with benefits)
Sharper Edges by Andy de Klerk
A soulful new twist on climbing literature, the stories in Sharper Edges span two decades of climbing, BASE jumping and family life. With frankness, sensitivity, philosophy and deadpan humour, Andy de Klerk takes you on the end of a rope into his world of extreme danger, friendship, heartache and loss.
RBs – a useful addition to your trad-rack
There was a buzz on the Climb.co.za forum recently around bad things happening when good men do nothing…and removable bolts (RBs) were mentioned.
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Bolt issue on Kalymnos
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Space Race – a new route on Table Mountain
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New Cederberg Hiking map – Names update
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Alien vs. Predator. a.k.a. a review of the new BD X4 Cams
- Brian sending ‘Just Behrly’
