Black Diamond
"To Be One With The Sports We Serve"
Committed to designing and engineering the most innovative mountain equipment in the world, Black Diamond has been at the forefront of mountain sports since its inception in 1972. Evolving from Chouinard Equipment, the company carries forward the vision of Yvon Chouinard, Peter Metcalf, and Maria Cranor—built on a passion for climbing, craftsmanship, and a deep-rooted respect for the mountains that began in 1965.