From its growth out of Chouinard Equipment, born in 1957 when Yvon Chouinard sold his first hand-made pitons out of the back of his car, to its present status—that of a international, leading manufacturer—Black Diamond has stayed at the forefront of technical innovation. From carabiners and hexes to skis and walking poles, they offer unbeatable quality, innovation and ease of use. Superior equipment and sustainable ethos.