Journal : Mountain

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

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Jordy commented on
BD athlete Alex Honnold reports from Wadi Rum, Jordan
"Sometimes it isn't as exciting in the retelling. There aren't a lot of words..."

Caner ALPAY commented on
VIDEO: BD athlete Drew Stoecklein roadtrips to Canada in search of snow
"I live in turkey. very limited possibilities here. No one in my skiing...."

Piep commented on
BD employee Kolin Powick reports on his volunteer work at the Khumbu Climbing Center in Nepal
"Safe travels, KP. Hope the bags show... bring us back some good stories...."

Bruce Kirkby commented on
BD employee Kolin Powick reports on his volunteer work at the Khumbu Climbing Center in Nepal
"Right on KP! Cool to read, and sick pics. Makes me wish I was over there..."

climber commented on
Video #3: BD athlete Adam Ondra bouldering in Fontainebleau, France
"a perfect video for a perfect performance. good job!"

Dominika commented on
BD athlete Alex Honnold reports on Poland's indoor climbing scene
"Very nice article. I'm from Poland visiting US right now and I have the same..."

Bob Pruitt commented on
QC LAB: Remounting previously drilled skis
"So what if the screw holes are converted to threaded inserts? And would a..."

Spraylord McGillicutty commented on
Winger for the Weekend #122
"Get that guy a job in QA."

Joey commented on
VIDEO PROFILE: BD athlete Will Gadd climbing Roman Candle (M8) in Hyalite Canyon, Montana
"Bozeman is THE place for climbing."

Matt commented on
Video #1: BD athlete Adam Ondra bouldering in Fontainebleau, France
"I too would like to know the music credits. Awesome vid, lovely place...I..."

Thursday, March 17, 2011

Ultra Distance Z-Pole receives coveted 2011 Editors' Choice Award from Backpacker Magazine

Innovative. Stunning. Revolutionary. Beautiful. We can now use another adjective when describing our Ultra-Distance Z-Poles : AWARD-WINNING ! We recently received word that our Ultra Distance Z-Poles—carbon-fiber, three-section, foldable trekking poles—won the coveted 2011 Editors' Choice Award from Backpacker Magazine. Obviously we are thrilled with the award and proud to see such praise being laid upon our ground-breaking Z-Poles' technology and design. Thank you, Backpacker ! Currently featured in the April 2011 issue (on sale now), Backpacker 's enthusiastic review of the Ultra Distance can be viewed below or downloaded in PDF format by clicking here . For info on the Ultra Distance and to buy a pair right now, click here .
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Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Spring 2012 Spare Parts Manual

Need that spare part but having trouble figuring out exactly which of the dozens of spare parts we sell is the one you need? Help is on the way. Click here to download a detailed guide to all the spare parts Black Diamond Equipment sells for Spring 2012 . Still stumped? Contact our North American customer service crew at bdmo@bdel.com or... [READ MORE]
Wednesday, November 2, 2011

GROUPS WE SUPPORT: Save Our Canyons

In this new series of monthly posts in the Journal, we'll be highlighting the support we provide to grassroots conservation and access-focused nonprofit groups —the people that help make a difference in the mountain, canyon and crag environments that we climbers, skiers and mountain enthusiasts thrive in. We take a large amount... [READ MORE]
Thursday, August 25, 2011

Fall 2011 gear swap and sale at Black Diamond retail store in Salt Lake City, UT—October 21-23

• Save big with preseason specials on ALL skis, boots and bindings • ALL Clothing, including NEW Fall/Winter outerwear on sale • Discounts on ALL climbing hardware, ropes, rock shoes and more • ALL trail runners, approach shoes and mountain boots at reduced prices • ALL packs, tents, backpacking... [READ MORE]
Tuesday, August 16, 2011

How To Video: Black Diamond Titan lantern

Here's a quick video that showcases the features and operating functions of our Titan lantern. To learn more about the Titan or to make a purchase, click here. [READ MORE]
Thursday, June 16, 2011

VIDEO: Pack Technology—Active Form Design

Black Diamond Softgoods Category Director, Nathan Kuder, sits down and explains the design philosophy behind our innovative, award-winning line of packs built with Active Frame Technology. To check out these BD packs that offer true comfort in motion, click here : [READ MORE]