All Black Diamond articles
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ArticleClarus shrinks Q1 operating loss on lower revenues
The US-based outdoor group narrowed its Q1 loss and announced key asset sales, while facing ongoing headwinds in global adventure markets.
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News briefsBlack Diamond relaunches #MinimizeYourImpact initiative
The brand calls on the outdoor community to embrace sustainable practices with the relaunch of its #MinimizeYourImpact initiative this spring.
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News briefsBlack Diamond and SOHI launch BD HEX apparel line
The two Salt Lake City-based companies combine tradition and style in a new limited-edition apparel line inspired by the changing lifestyle of climbing.
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ArticleBlack Diamond appoints new GM for EMEA
Alex Maerz brings 25 years of industry experience to the role of expanding the brand’s presence in key markets.
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ArticleBlack Diamond produces climbing hardware and trekking poles from recycled aluminum
The company takes a bold step in sustainability by verifying recycled aluminum in its gear.
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ArticleClarus reports Q4 and FY24 results amid heavy impairment charges
Clarus reports a $65.5 million Q4 loss amid heavy impairments but sees growth in its outdoor segment while adventure sales struggle.
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News briefsBlack Diamond issues recall for Recon LT avy transceiver
Recon LT owners can have their transceiver repaired, exchanged for a different model or refunded.
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ArticleBlack Diamond sets new sustainability standards with recycled aluminum
The company partners with sustainability expert UL Solutions to set industry-first recycled aluminum benchmarks, reducing its reliance on virgin materials.
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ArticleDespite declines, Clarus sees improvement in outdoor and adventure
Revenue shifts in outdoor and adventure gear reflect strategic adjustments aimed at overcoming challenging consumer demand in key market segments.
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ArticleClarus Q2 results hurt by weakness in EU wholesale, American consumer demand
The owner of Black Diamond and Pieps continued improvements in its Outdoor segment during the second phase of its three-year strategic plan despite facing challenges in North American consumer demand and European wholesale markets.
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News briefsVoluntary recall of Black Diamond’s Neve Strap crampon
Black Diamond Equipment, in cooperation with the US Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, is voluntarily recalling the Neve Strap Crampon and related accessories/spare parts. The recall affects all green Neve Strap Crampons (model #400073 of year 2024) sold between January and May 2024 (more details here). The recall ...
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ArticleQuarterly loss widens at Clarus
Despite the wider operating loss and slightly lower overall sales, Clarus, the parent of Black Diamond, Pieps, Rhino-Rack, Maxtrax and Tred Outdoors, saw sales momentum in its Adventure segment and operational improvement within the Outdoor segment. The period ending March 31 marked the first phase of the group’s three-year strategic ...
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News briefsUnder Armour design chief returns to Black Diamond as Creative Director
Source: Black Diamond Kasey Jarvis Black Diamond Equipment, a brand under the umbrella of Clarus Corp., has appointed Kasey Jarvis as Creative Director for the brand. Jarvis most recently served as Chief Design and Development Officer at Under Armour, where he led the establishment of the visual ...
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ArticleSlimmed down Clarus focused on outdoor, adventure
Having completed the divestiture of its former Precision Sport business on Feb. 29, Clarus Corp., the parent of Black Diamond, Rhino-Rack, Maxtrax and Tred Outdoors, says it has taken important steps to realign its brands and inventory levels and position its business for “long-term profitable growth as a pure-play, ...
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ArticleClarus cuts FY guidance again after Q3 sales slip 14%
Clarus Corp. cut its full-year guidance for a second time after sales in the third quarter slipped by a reported 14 percent to $100.1 million and were 13 percent lower at constant currency rates. “Looking towards the fourth quarter, our priorities remain set on seeking the stabilization of sales and ...
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ArticleClarus posts Q2 loss, revises FY guidance downward
Despite 28 percent year-over-year sales growth in the direct-to-consumer channel, Clarus Corp. reported a Q2 loss of $2.1 million against a profit of $3.8 million for the period ended June 30.
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ArticleClarus experiences strong Black Diamond demand in Europe
Hampered by a difficult year-over-year comparison in its Adventure segment and promotional activity in the North American region, Clarus Corp. reported a 42 percent decline in Q1 operating income to $4.69 million from $8.1 million. Net income was down by 69.9 percent to $1.6 million from $5.3 million for the ...
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News briefsJohn Walbrecht exits Clarus
Black Diamond parent Clarus Corp. disclosed the March 31 contract termination of president John Walbrecht in a public filing. Additionally, the group does not anticipate filling the vacant executive position. Walbrecht’s departure from Clarus comes one month after the company reported an $89.4 million operating loss in Q4 due to ...
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News briefsBlack Diamond premiers Aluula composite material for climbing helmet
Canadian materials technology provider Aluula has collaborated with Black Diamond for the development of a penetration shield for the new version of the Vapor climbing helmet. The shield itself is 40 percent lighter than the previous element, resulting in an overall weight reduction for the Vapor helmet of roughly 30g ...
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ArticleNon-cash impairment charge drags Clarus to Q4 loss
Clarus Corp., whose management described 2022 as one of its most challenging years due to various macroeconomic headwinds, reported a net loss of $81.6 million against a profit of $14.0 million in Q4 ended Dec. 31. The result was impacted by a $92.3 million non-cash impairment charge. The fourth quarter ...
