How to Repair Your Backpack’s Shoulder Strap 17 April 2020 | First Ascent Nothing is more annoying than a shoulder strap coming off mid-adventure. Luckily, with our easy guidelines below, you’ll be backpa...
First Ascent Manufacturing Medical Masks To Assist The Battle Against Covid-19 06 April 2020 | First Ascent In what has certainly been a challenging past 11 days, not only for South Africa but for the entire world, the demand for Medical ...
Shooting Stars - 5 Tips To Get You Started With Astrophotography 05 April 2020 | First Ascent There’s been a lot of stargazing from the backyard lately. For those of you who have a camera lying around, check out photographer...
Why is Primaloft the future of insulation? 02 April 2020 | First Ascent There’s no denying that high-quality down is the champion at providing warmth in dry weather. But, it also has several downsides –...
Backyard Camping Recipes for Homebound Explorers 01 April 2020 | First Ascent We've compiled our list of favourite easy-peasy camping recipes for you try in the comfort of your own home (or backyard) and put ...
Aeroloft Jacket – The Making Of 31 March 2020 | First Ascent The Aeroloft is more than just a jacket. It’s a culmination of direction-setting design, thoughtful collaboration and maximized pe...
How to Clean Your Hiking Tent 27 March 2020 | First Ascent Not sure how to effectively clean your hiking tent? We’ve got you covered. Follow our tips to ensure you clean and store your tent...
How to Clean Your Hiking Backpack 27 March 2020 | First Ascent Keep your beloved hiking pack or backpack in mint condition by giving it the care it deserves to serve you on many more adventures...
How to Clean Your Sleeping Bag 27 March 2020 | First Ascent With regular care, correct storage and thorough cleaning, you can extend the life of your sleeping bag considerably to secure many...
Oliver Munnik feedback of the Momentum Medical Scheme Tankwa Trek presented by Biogen 12 February 2020 | First Ascent The 2020 Momentum Medical Scheme Tankwa Trek, presented by Biogen was a special one, with Oliver Munnik putting the First Ascent P...
Bulls Heroes and Faces CST Storm to Tankwa Trek Titles 09 February 2020 | Seamus Allardice The Momentum Medical Scheme Tankwa Trek presented by Biogen saved the best for last. Both in terms of the trails and the result fo...
Cannondale and dormakaba Come Good on the Tankwa Trek Queen Stage 08 February 2020 | Seamus Allardice Stage 3 of the 2020 Momentum Medical Scheme Tankwa Trek, presented by Biogen, saw the race’s sixth new pairs of stage winners crow...
Tankwa Trek Leads Change Hands on Dramatic Second Stage 07 February 2020 | Seamus Allardice Stage 2 of the Momentum Medical Scheme Tankwa Trek presented by Biogen saw the UCI men’s and women’s lead change hands. CST PostNL...
For the love of Lizards 09 January 2020 | First Ascent Dr Julia Riley is a scientist based in South Africa at Stellenbosch University. Her research focuses on the biology, behaviour, an...
Some of the greatest books dedicated to adventure 01 January 2020 | First Ascent This is our roundup of the greatest books dedicated to adventure. May this inspire you to get out there and make many more adventu...
How to explore the Panorama Route 01 January 2020 | Hennie van der Merwe There is so much to experience and explore along the iconic Panorama Route in Mpumalanga. Places that simply take your breath away...