The BD Experience
Welcome to the Black Diamond Experience, an organic presentation of inspirational stories, photos and videos from our athletes, employees and partners. The Black Diamond Experience is where we showcase climbing, skiing and hiking adventures from around the world, plus event news, advocacy efforts and product and technology highlights—all in one dynamic smorgasbord of stoke. Enjoy.
The Mentor
She was many things—a Stonemaster, an outdoor industry visionary, a physicist. A rock dropped into a pond that created ripples, affecting many lives and generations of climbers. This is the story of our unsung hero, our co-founder. This is the story of our mentor, Maria Cranor.
RetroModern
Part 3: Ice Cream
Follow BD athlete Sam Elias and filmmaker Mike Call in this exploration of climbing legacy and land stewardship while rebolting classic routes with the next generation.
Beta Light Series Packs
Our answer to the ultralight backpacking revolution.
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Connor Herson: Sending Blackbeard’s Tears (5.14c trad)
Watch Connor claim the coveted second ascent of this California testpiece.
Teton Bullseye with Kelly Halpin
Follow BD Athlete Kelly Halpin on a solo, unsupported mission up and around the iconic Grand Teton.