Journal

The Journal is dedicated to the sports and people that make Black Diamond what it is.

  • Monday, September 3, 2012

    BD athlete Sarah Seeger redpoints Chrisu (8c) at Rottachberg, German Alps

    After having climbed Linie 1 and Nola this season already (10/10 + and 10+ respectively, located in the Frankenjura), Black Diamond athlete Sarah Seeger redpointed Chrisu (8c) at Rottachberg in the German Alps. Sarah had the following to say about her ascent: "The route was a real mind game for me as it took me a lot of time to send... [READ MORE]

  • Friday, September 14, 2012

    BD athlete Fred Nicole interview with PlanetMountain.com

    Black Diamond athlete and bouldering icon Fred Nicole sat down for an interview with PlanetMountain.com. Below is an excerpt from that great interview that is sure to inspire all climbers. To read the full interview, click here . [Fred Nicole, Mandala (v12), Buttermilks, California. Photo: Fred Nicole archives] There are no... [READ MORE]

  • Friday, September 7, 2012

    BD athlete Josh Wharton enchains three 5.12a multi-pitch alpine rock climbs in Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park

    Black Diamond athlete Josh Wharton is always psyched for a mini-mission, and such was the case when he wrangled photographer John Dickey to come along on a link-up of three multi-pitch 5.12as on three separate formations (The Diamond of Longs Peak, Spearhead and Arrowhead) in Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park. Here's the smash-and-grab... [READ MORE]

  • Monday, September 10, 2012

    VIDEO: BD athlete Daniel Jung on INGA (9a) at Gorges du Loop, France

    Black Diamond athlete Daniel Jung spent some time in southern France last year and recently sent us the following report and video of his redpoint of INGA (9a), a combo route that starts with a boulder problem and finishes with roped climbing. Daniel Jung on Inga from Black Diamond Equipment on Vimeo . I went climbing... [READ MORE]

  • Wednesday, September 5, 2012

    5 Things You Didn't Know: Hazel Findlay

    From first ascents on massive alpine walls to the podium of the Freeskiing World Tour to the world's hardest onsights, Black Diamond athletes are no strangers to the spotlight. But oftentimes a newsworthy accomplishment, whether it be in the alpine, at a ski resort or at the sport crag, is only half the story behind our world-class team of... [READ MORE]

  • Thursday, September 13, 2012

    VIDEO: BD athlete Chris Schulte bouldering in Squamish, BC

    Black Diamond athlete Chris Schulte recently made a trip up to Canada to attend the Squamish Mountain Festival and crank on the legendary coastal granite boulders scattered throughout the surrounding forest. Chris sent us the following video, where in addition to capturing the scenic beauty of the BC coast, he does battle with some classic... [READ MORE]

  • Monday, September 24, 2012

    BD athlete Alex Chabot reports on an impressive onsight of Les Intouchables on Mont Blanc's Trident du Tacul

    Black Diamond arthlete Alex Chabot managed an impressive onsight of Les Intouchables , one of the most demanding rock climbs in the Mont Blanc massif. Below is email report Alex sent us along with some great photos. Les Intouchables is a route in Trident du Tacul that is just next to Grand Capucin. Piola made the first ascent in... [READ MORE]

  • Tuesday, September 25, 2012

    BD athlete Angel Collinson reports on her travels and skiing in Chile

    Black Diamond athlete Angel Collinson rallied down to Chile this past August to enjoy a little slice of the South American ski season. To her surprise she enjoyed an experience far beyond her expectations. Below is her report that details her travels, skiing and experiences in Chile. For the past six years, I’ve gone down to... [READ MORE]

  • Wednesday, September 26, 2012

    5 Things You Didn't Know: Colin Haley

    From first ascents on massive alpine walls to the podium of the Freeskiing World Tour to the world's hardest onsights, Black Diamond athletes are no strangers to the spotlight. But oftentimes a newsworthy accomplishment, whether it be in the alpine, at a ski resort or at the sport crag, is only half the story behind our world-class team of... [READ MORE]

  • Friday, September 28, 2012

    BD athlete Ines Papert reports on major first ascent on Mount Asgard in Baffin Island

    Black Diamond athlete Ines Papert teamed up with Jon Walsh and Joshua Lavigne in late July to establish a massive new route on the northwest face of Baffin Island's famed Mount Asgard. The named their 1200-meter route Sensory Overload and tagged it with a 5.11+ A1 grade. Below is a report from Ines, as well as some great photos from... [READ MORE]

  • Thursday, September 20, 2012

    QC LAB: Via Ferrata

    Before any piece of Black Diamond gear makes it on to the shelves, it spends months, sometimes years getting put through the wringer by our Director of Quality, Kolin Powick, and his team of Quality Assurance engineers. Through extensive and meticulous testing, both in the lab and in the field, KP and his team help ensure that you can count on... [READ MORE]