Athlete

Angelino Zeller

Discover Black Diamond's Athlete, Angelino Zeller, three times paraclimbing world champion.

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Natalia Grossman

Natalia Grossman a pro climber who has climbed over 50 double-digit boulders in the summer of 2020.

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Sébastien Bouin

Discover Black Diamond Athlete, Sébastien Bouin, a pro climber who has climbed at the very highest level.

Ambassador

Roland Hemetzberger

Learn more about Black Diamond Ambassador and German Climber Roland Hemetzberger

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HANG RIGHT: THE KNOWLEDGE QUEST—LESSON 1

DPT Esther Smith and Black Diamond Athlete Sam Elias share how knowledge of human anatomy and body mechanics can help us climb stronger and resolve injury.

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MENTAL TRAINING: LET THE BODY CLIMB

Black Diamond Athlete Hazel Findlay coaches rock climbers on how to improve their mental game.

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THE “FREERIDE MECCA” OF SWITZERLAND

Exploring the Freeride Mecca of Engelberg, Switzerland with Black Diamond Mountain Guide Remo Baltermia.

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QC LAB: THE ELECTRIC HARNESS ACID TEST

Black Diamond Quality Control engineers dives into the effects of chemical contamination on climbing textiles.

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THE DAWN WALL GOES FREE

BD Athletes Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson made the successful free ascent of The Dawn Wall, the hardest big wall free climb in the world.

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THE MAKING OF THE BD HOTWIRE CARABINER

This is the story of how the world's first wire-gate carabiner designed for climbing came into existence and changed the game forever.

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HONNOLD SIGNATURE SERIES

Built to handle any climber’s cookout the Black Diamond Equipment Honnold Signature Spatula gets it done in style.

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QC LAB: AUTOBLOCK MISUSE

Black Diamond Equipment Quality Control engineers discuss misuse for Black Diamond ATC-Guide or similar autoblock belay devices.

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QC LAB: FULL STRENGTH HAUL LOOPS

Black Diamond Equipment Quality Control engineers discuss what full strength means for Haul Loops.

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QC LAB: EXTENDING A CAM SLING

Black Diamond Quality Control Lab engineers examine how to extend a cam sling.

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QC LAB: STRENGTH TESTING OF THE GEAR YOU'VE ALWAYS WONDERED ABOUT

Black Diamond Equipment Quality Control engineers test the strength of various climbing equipment.

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QC LAB: VIA FERRATA

Black Diamond Quality Control engineers discuss a via ferrata accident that happened in Europe.

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QC LAB: WORN BELAY LOOPS AND RETIRING A HARNESS

Black Diamond Quality Control engineers cover an accident years ago when Todd Skinner died in Yosemite due to his belay loop breaking.

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QC LAB: THE DANGERS OF MODIFYING YOUR GEAR

Black Diamond Quality Control engineers cover the dangers of modifying your gear.

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QC LAB: PERSONAL ANCHOR SYSTEMS EXPLAINED

Quick Answers: How to Use personal anchor systems.

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Be Bold. Be Brave. Be Committed. Be Babsi.

In three upcoming episodes we’re going to explore Babsi Zangerl's level of commitment while documenting her latest barrier-breaking ascents. Get stoked.

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Climbing Harnesses

Check out Black Diamond Equipment's latest harnesses with adjustable leg loops and durable construction for any route.

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Approach Apparel & Footwear

Shop Black Diamond Approach Shoes and Apparel from Alpenglow hoodies, technical approach shoes, women's shorts, and men's performance pants.

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QC LAB: SLINGS AND QUICKDRAWS

When should you replace climbing slings? Black Diamond Equipment Quality Control engineers discuss when to replace your climbing slings and quickdraws.

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GEAR MYTHS: BOTTOMS-UP OR TOP-DOWN

Black Diamond Gear Myth explores the correct way to thread rope through climbing harness.

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GEAR MYTHS: METHODS FOR CLIPPING A CHALK BAG

In this Gear Myths, we explore the multitude of ways in which many climbers choose to wear their chalk bags.

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Gear Myths: Essential Climbing Knots, Figure 8 vs Double Bowline

Which knot reigns supreme for rock climbing–the figure 8 or the double bowline? Let the experts at Black Diamond help dispel myths about each.

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SOUL DEEP: CLIMBING IN THE HEART OF SOULSVILLE WITH MEMPHIS ROX

In the heart of Soulsville in south Memphis, Tennessee, a revolution is happening. And it all starts with climbing.

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QC Lab: Aluminum vs. Steel Ice Screws

Light is right, but steel is real. So, when it comes to ice screws, what’s the deal? In this QC Lab, Will Gadd and Matt Berry thread their way to the source of truth when it comes to aluminum vs. steel ice screws.

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GEAR MYTHS: GEAR SLINGS VS GEAR LOOPS

Black Diamond examines the slow demise of a once crucial piece of climbing equipment, and search for the pros and cons of both racking methods.

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GEAR MYTHS: GATES IN OR GATES OUT?

Black Diamond series Gear Myths discuss whether or not there is a correct way to rack your gear.

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Access and Inclusion

Join Black Diamond Equipment in taking steps against racial inequality in outdoor spaces and activities.

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How To Build Your First Trad Rack

Discover the best ways to build your first trad climbing rack from the experts at Black Diamond Equipment. Learn more about camalots, offiset cams, stoppers and quickdraws.

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The Black Diamond Spring 2023 Catalog

Explore the Black Diamond Spring 2023 Product Catalog - women's climbing gear, harnesses, helmets and more!

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How To Choose a Climbing Harness

Find the best climbing harness for sport climbing, big wall climbing, alpine climbing and more. Find your best climbing harness fit with these tips.

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Beta Light Series Packs

Explore the Beta Light Series packs, for fastpacking and long adventures in the mountains.

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What to Wear Climbing

Find out what to wear for Sport Climbing, Bouldering, Multi-pitch and Alpine Climbing. Check out the best climbing pants, climbing shirts and accessories.

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Angelino Zeller - The Sarre Project

Angelino Zeller is a three-time world champion in climbing. And that, although he has been in a wheelchair since a paragliding accident. He is paralyzed from the waist down and cannot use his legs when climbing.

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QC LAB: TWISTY ROPES

How to keep your climbing rope from twisting? Kolin Powick and the QC Lab crew attempt to untwist the myths and risks behind the dreaded “twisty” climbing rope.

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How To Choose Climbing Shoes

Find the best climbing shoes for you - whether you're looking for beginner climbing shoes or aggressive shoes for trad climbing.

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QC LAB: OLD VS. NEW GEAR TESTING

Is your old climbing gear is still safe to use? Learn when you should replace your old climbing gear from the Black Diamond QC Lab today!

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Q&A: Babsi and Jacopo Send Magic Line

Climb one of the most famous lines in Yosemite with Black Diamond athletes, Babsi Zangerl and Jacopo Larcher.

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Hazel Findlay Climbing Through Pregnancy

Discover how Black Diamond athlete Hazel Findlay was able to climb during her pregnancy.

Innovation

LIVE.SKI.REPEAT.

Check out the Black Diamond Guide BT Beacon, with 60-meter circular range and 60-meter search strip, and self-check function.

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HELIO COLLECTION

Check out the Black Diamond Helio Collection, engineered to withstand rugged terrain and built using the most advanced materials available.

Innovation

Climbing Ropes

Discover the new line of climbing ropes from Black Diamond. Innovative technology for a perfect balance between rope weight and durability.

Innovation

BD FORGED DENIM

Discover Black Diamond’s Forged Denim, using innovative combination of best-in-class materials with climbing specific features to create the world’s best climbing denim.

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Product Instructions - Bod/Alpine Bod Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Momentum Harness Mens

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Product Instructions - Solution Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Solution Harness Womens Babsi Edition

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Declaration of Conformity - Zone Harness Mens

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Product Instructions - Couloir UL Harness

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Product Instructions - Momentum Kids Body Harness

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Product Instructions - Bod - Alpine Bod Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Momentum 3S Harness Mens

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Declaration of Conformity - Technician Harness Womens

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Declaration of Conformity - Momentum Harness Kids Full Body

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Declaration of Conformity - Technician Harness Mens

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Declaration of Conformity - Solution Guide Harness Womens

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Declaration of Conformity - Couloir Ultralight Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - RECCO Vision airNET Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Solution Guide Harness Mens

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Declaration of Conformity - Alpine Bod Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Momentum Harness Womens

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Declaration of Conformity - Zone Harness Womens

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Declaration of Conformity - Solution Harness Mens Honnold Edition

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Declaration of Conformity - Solution Harness Mens

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Declaration of Conformity - Solution Harness Womens

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Declaration of Conformity - Momentum Harness Mens

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Declaration of Conformity - airNET Harness Womens

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Declaration of Conformity - Technician Harness Mens Recco

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Declaration of Conformity - Momentum DS Sit Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Couloir 3S Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Vision Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Big Gun Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - airNET Harness Mens

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Declaration of Conformity - Couloir LT Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Couloir Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Couloir Sit Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Momentum Harness Kids

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Declaration of Conformity - Bod Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Vario Chest Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Momentum 3S Harness Womens

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Declaration of Conformity - Momentum Harness Kids

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Declaration of Conformity - Vario Speed Harness

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Declaration of Conformity - Momentum Harness Womens

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Declaration of Conformity - Momentum 4S Harness

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Product Instructions - Couloir Harness

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Product Instructions -Long Haul-Heavy Metal harness

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Product Instructions - Vario Harnesses

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Product Instructions - Momentum Kids' Full Body Harness

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Product Instructions - Momentum Harness - Kids'

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Product Instructions - Harnesses