Welcome to the Rock Climbing and Hiking Club of the University of Pretoria

We have club evenings twice a week where beginners and old hands alike can climb on the wall at the L.C. de Villiers Sport Stadium. All necessary gear will be provided.

Club evenings are every Monday and Wednesday 19h00 to 21h00 at the wall.

NB! Make sure that you bring your membership card to the wall. Non-members who are interested in climbing at the wall are allowed two free climbs before they have to buy a membership. Only Tuks Exploratio members with valid 2010 membership cards are allowed to climb at the wall. If you have not yet joined, please do so at the sport centre information desk during office hours. Members must bring their cards to the wall.

Members who want to climb outside of club times at the wall are required to pass a BASIC climbing skills assessment

Latest News

Skydiving

31 August, 2010 - 08:44 — Helena Meyer

I am sorry to announce that due to certain constraints the planned skydiving trip for this coming weekend has been cancelled. However, there will be a trip at a later date and all you adrenaline junkies who contacted me will not be forgotten :)

Happy climbing!

Helena
Secretary

New Committee Election

10 August, 2010 - 13:21 — Dirk Talma

Hey Guys

Around the end of August the New Committe will be elected. We are unsure of the date, but we will keep you posted.

For those of you who want to apply, see the Downloads tab for all the different portfolios. Please contact Helena at helenameyer88@gmail.com and give her you're details if you're interested.

See you out there

Club nights

21 July, 2010 - 14:34 — Frederick franken

It is time to climb... class has started and with that a new season of crushing. For those who want to brave the cold, club evenings are back, starting tonight. c ya there 7-9pm...and dont forget "bier uur" 9pm - When ever...

Five Ten Dragon Climbing Shoes

14 July, 2010 - 09:23 — Frederick franken
Five Ten Dragon Climbing Shoes
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When I first got them…Weeeee…It was painful! But spending some time in then on some projects in Rocklands they did become –a little- more comfortable.
Horrendously steep sport routes and boulder problems don't stand a chance against the precision and power of the Five Ten Dragons. Five Ten gave these fire-breathing lace-ups extremely down-turned toes and soft midsoles that allow you to wrap your toes around holds which are indistinguishable to other shoes. You can stand on your imagination…and the Dragons will stick.

The next evolutionary step of the beloved spork.

2 July, 2010 - 10:38 — Ivan Breet

Everyone loves the spork! I remember my first spork encounter like yesterday. It was a warm summers night after a hard day of climbing. One thing on my mind, food. I fired up my pocket Rocket to get some water boiling for some good old 2min noodles. Overwhelmed by intense hunger I couldn't wait to start eating, if I can only find my spoon.. or fork.. or anything.. Thank you Murphy, I left my knife, spoon and fork at home.

Climbing in SA Blog

30 May, 2010 - 21:49 — Frederick franken

Hey guys

Check out Wesley Black's cool "Climbing in SA" Blog. http://climbinginsouthafrica.blogspot.com

Go follow the mad man's climbing adventures and how he makes fun of Alex.

Its Awesome.

Wellington's Dome

17 May, 2010 - 12:04 — Dirk Talma

The annual sport climbing trip to Wellington’s Dome near Potgietersrus will take place 12-16 June and it is not to be missed.

Everyone is welcome to enjoy some awesome multi-pitch climbing on granite!

Check out the event on the website for all the details.

If you are interested, please call Dickie at 0736174034 or email me at dirk.talma@gmail.com

Assessment and Training

6 May, 2010 - 06:59 — Frederick franken

Assessment Training

Will take place on the 10th of May during club times with the assessment following on the 12st from 5 o’clock.

There are only 12 places available for each assessment so it is a basis of first come first serve. To book a place e-mail Falco on falco88@mail.com (not gmail!!!!!!)

Those that have done an assessment but did not receive a card please e-mail me as well to let me know so that we can organise your cards.

Mad Rock Drifter & Mars/Venus Special

20 April, 2010 - 13:57 — Dirk Talma
Mad Rock Drifter & Mars/Venus Special
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The Shoes

The Mad Rock Drifter is part of their Classic series, which aims to emulate traditional rock boots, with the cutting edge technology of current performance shoes.

An entry level shoe which offers comfort, support, edging and grip....... exactly what any aspiring climber wants in a shoe. Similarly, climbing traditionalists who value comfy footwear for smearing and all day wear will find these shoes perfect.

Madrock Special

20 April, 2010 - 13:16 — Dirk Talma

Hey Guys

We are putting in a order on Thursday so please contact us if you want to order.

If you only want one of the items, call us and we can pair you with someone else.

Contact Handre on 0834118932 or handrefouche@yahoo.com for more details