Black Diamond
/install black-diamond
Black Diamond
from Utah workshop to global mountaineering equipment leader
Timeline
1957: Yvon Chouinard starts hand-forging climbing pitons in California 1989: Chouinard Equipment merges with Greg Lowe's company to form Black Diamond 2010s: Acquires Gregory packs, Sierra Designs, and Pieps avalanche safety brand 2020s: Faces Pieps probe recall controversy; strengthens product safety culture 2024: Global climbing equipment leader; owned by Clarus Corporation
Business Model
Premium climbing, skiing, and backcountry equipment. Carabiners, cams, harnesses, skis, poles, avalanche safety gear. Direct-to-consumer and specialty retail distribution. Brand prestige commands premium pricing vs. generic alternatives.
Moat Analysis
Decades of innovation in climbing hardware create unmatched technical credibility. Professional climber and guide endorsements. Product ecosystem (climbing + skiing + backcountry) captures entire outdoor enthusiast journey. Heritage from Chouinard Equipment adds authenticity.
Key Data
Global climbing equipment leader | Owned by Clarus Corporation | Product lines: climbing hardware, harnesses, helmets, skis, poles, avalanche gear | Retail partners: REI, Backcountry, specialty climbing shops
Interesting Facts
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- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install black-diamond - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/black-diamond - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
What is Black Diamond?
Leading global brand specializing in premium climbing, backcountry skiing, and avalanche safety gear with heritage-based innovation and professional endorsem... It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 27 downloads so far.
How do I install Black Diamond?
Run "/install black-diamond" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is Black Diamond free?
Yes, Black Diamond is completely free, licensed under MIT-0. You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does Black Diamond support?
Black Diamond is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (cross-platform).
Who created Black Diamond?
It is built and maintained by hanxueyuan (@hanxueyuan); the current version is v1.0.0.