Bouldering in South Africa. What is bouldering?
Bouldering is basically rock climbing at a safe high without all the cumbersome equipment. Boulders do however use climbing shoes and chalk. Bouldering is a great way to practice your rock climbing techniques and improve strength and fitness for bigger climbs. It has however become a sport in its own right with competition being held indoors and outdoors because the climbs are normally very short and technical, it is a great spectator…
Bouldering in South Africa. What is bouldering?
Bouldering is basically rock climbing at a safe high without all the cumbersome equipment. Boulders do however use climbing shoes and chalk. Bouldering is a great way to practice your rock climbing techniques and improve strength and fitness for bigger climbs. It has however become a sport in its own right with competition being held indoors and outdoors because the climbs are normally very short and technical, it is a great spectator sport.
For those of you interested in climbing this is the best way to get involved in the sport. After spending some time in an indoor climbing arena, head outside and practice your newfound skills on some warm African rock. Most climbing destinations in South Africa have some bouldering sites.
