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.

How To Build Your First Trad Rack

HOW TO BUILD YOUR FIRST TRAD RACK

Follow these expert pointers on how to properly build out your very first trad...

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How to Choose the Right Trekking Poles

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT TREKKING POLES

A look into the technology and construction of an essential tool for hiking and...

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How To Choose a Climbing Harness

HOW TO CHOOSE A CLIMBING HARNESS

Find out from the experts at Black Diamond, the tips to find the best...

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What to Wear Climbing

WHAT TO WEAR CLIMBING

In this article, we’re sharing our tips on what to wear while bouldering, sport...

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How To Ice Climb with BD Athlete Will Gadd

HOW TO ICE CLIMB WITH BD ATHLETE WILL GADD

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ICE TRAINING: HOW TO BUILD A PLICE

ICE TRAINING: HOW TO BUILD A PLICE

Black Diamond Ambassador Will Gadd offers advice for building a Plice, a.k.a plywood ice.

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THE SAN JUAN SERIES: EPISODE 3 — PERSPECTIVE

THE SAN JUAN SERIES: EPISODE 3 — PERSPECTIVE

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THE EXTENDED COLUMN TEST

THE EXTENDED COLUMN TEST

Meet Bill Anderson—a Senior Exum Guide and Level 3 avalanche instructor for the American...

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THE SAN JUAN SERIES: EPISODE 2 — HUMILITY

THE SAN JUAN SERIES: EPISODE 2 — HUMILITY

Humility in the backcountry is an essential skill. In this episode of the San...

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