Our tried-and-true on-route alpine pack, proven everywhere from the Canadian Rockies to the Fitz Roy massif, the Black Diamond Speed is designed for lightweight performance on rock, snow and ice objectives the world over.
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You can’t tell the history of climbing and mountain sports without telling the history of Black Diamond. Born from the ashes of Chouinard Equipment in 1989, Black Diamond thrives today as a leading innovator in climbing, skiing, and mountain equipment.
Overall rating: 4.3333335 / 5 from 15 reviews.
Review topics: ["bag","material","pack","system","loads","fan"].
"If you want a traditional style on route small pack this one fits the bill. great ergonomics and out of the way of you harness."
"I love this pack. Bought it for a summit pack that I could carry skis, and ice axes on. I haven’t carried skis on it, yet. I’ve used it as a summit pack, and climbing pack. Works great. Carry’s extra layers, water, snacks, clippy snappys, do hickies, axes, and a rope well. Just wish it had a helmet holder. I usually use the front cinch straps to hold foot prisons(crampons) when I’m not using them. They do well. This is the pack you want for fast, and light missions."
"Took this up to the Grand Teton and it performed great, had enough room for a rope, harness, belay devices, 3 layers and plenty of snacks and water. I would recommend this bag 100%"
"This is an okay pack. I cut off a bunch of extra straps that were overkill. Would be nice if it had a bit of rigidity to it."
"The pack is lite & compact yet holds what I need for multiple adventures. In addition to ice climbing I can use it for day hikes / trail runs and back country or alpine skiing with enough attach points to carry a pair of skis or miscellaneous gear when needed without excessively restricting mobility."
"I guess I got caught up in the Brand recognition, and I ordered it online. Now I'm stuck with this mediocre pack. Don't really want to send it back, but probably not going to use it much. For me, I like a pack I can make out what is inside. This pack is dark, so if I want my black Black Diamond coat I basically have to dump it out to find what I'm looking for. My wife doesn't care if she has to fish for her gear. I think it's tedious. Little details like that reveal what's important to the design team - looking good, over function. Meh. I prob"
"Bought one in 2015. Used it for absolutely everything, usually climbing, and only after several canyoneering trips has it finally gotten so many holes it was time. Canyoneering destroys packs. Not the most UL. And that’s good. Carries all things. Durable as F. I’m scared of new versions of favorite old gear - but oh my god the 2023 actually has loads of helpful improvements. 10/10."
"this pack is pretty great for multi pitch and alpine. i especially like that it has snap buckles on the side compression straps so i can keep the rope in place."
"Huge fan of my new bag that has become the perfect single day ski touring bag. It’s got just enough space for a single day movement and has plenty of attachment points for for whatever you need. Big fan!!"
"Much better and lighter than previous speed models. I like the fabric and it has a lot of straps for carrying bigger loads into the mountains and then stripping it down to a lighter climbing pack. I really like the top closure system. Could do away with the velcro for securing the lid, not needed."
| Size | Torso Length | Waist Circumference |
|---|---|---|
| S/M | 16 - 19 in 41 - 48 cm | 26 - 40 in 66 - 102 cm |
| M/L | 18.5 - 21.5 in 47 - 55 cm | 28 - 45 in 71 - 114 cm |
Measure between the iliac crest (the top of your hip bones) and the C7 vertebra (feel for the protruding bone at the base of your neck while looking down.)
Measure around your hips at the iliac crest (the top of your hip bones), not at your waist.
