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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]
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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]
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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]
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VIDEO: BD athlete Daniel Jung on INGA (9a) at Gorges du Loup, 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]
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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]
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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]
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GROUPS WE SUPPORT: HERA Climb4Life
We take a large amount of pride in our history of outspoken advocacy for conservation and access causes (locally, regionally and globally), as well as in our efforts to support conservation, education and recreation groups that are on the front-lines of protecting and preserving the wild lands we love and depend on,... [READ MORE]
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EMPLOYEE FAVORITES: Kevin Volkening, Gallatin Canyon, MT
Here at Black Diamond, the inspiration to innovate is driven from within. When we're not at the office, our dedicated crew of employees is out cranking at the crags, putting in miles on the trails and questing around the mountains in search of untracked descents. In this ongoing series of posts on the Journal, we'll be highlighting some of our... [READ MORE]
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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]
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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]
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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]
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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]
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