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Some kit earns its place by doing the basics exceptionally well — and the Trail Cork is a perfect example. Built for four-season reliability, it combines Black Diamond’s hard-wearing trail heritage with the natural comfort of a premium cork grip, giving you a steady, confidence-boosting companion for everything from lowland rambles to rougher mountain miles. Dual FlickLock adjustability means you can quickly adapt to changing terrain, while the robust aluminium build is ready for repeated use in mixed conditions. Simple, trustworthy and properly versatile, this is the sort of trekking pole that quietly levels up every walk without ever feeling overcomplicated.
The Black Diamond story began with a backyard anvil and a hammer, way back in 1957. The hammer in question was wielded by famous US climber Yvon Chouinard – the same man who would also go on to create outdoor brand Patagonia. Chouinard started hand-forging climbing hardware, selling steel pitons from the back of his car in the hallowed Yosemite Valley. Over the years, that fledgling business morphed into Black Diamond, with Chouinard eventually handing over the reins to an equally dedicated group of former employees.
Steeped in mountain heritage, the brand has continued to build on its legacy through innovative, user-driven design, built for demanding adventures on rock, ice and snow. Today, they make a lot more than merely hardware. Which means that Black Diamond isn’t just for climbers, mountaineers and skiers – their duffel bags, headlamps, lanterns and gloves are all much-loved by hikers, backpackers, campers and global travellers alike.
When it comes to sustainability, the brand also strives to stay true to Chouinard’s original ‘clean climbing’ ethos. As a brand, Black Diamond supports environmental not-for-profits, whilst making concerted efforts to use renewable energy and recycle as much waste as possible. But above all, they believe in sustainability through longevity, which means making kit that will stand the toughest test of all: time.
Some kit earns its place by doing the basics exceptionally well — and the Trail Cork is a perfect example. Built for four-season reliability, it combines Black Diamond’s hard-wearing trail heritage with the natural comfort of a premium cork grip, giving you a steady, confidence-boosting companion for everything from lowland rambles to rougher mountain miles. Dual FlickLock adjustability means you can quickly adapt to changing terrain, while the robust aluminium build is ready for repeated use in mixed conditions. Simple, trustworthy and properly versatile, this is the sort of trekking pole that quietly levels up every walk without ever feeling overcomplicated.
The Black Diamond story began with a backyard anvil and a hammer, way back in 1957. The hammer in question was wielded by famous US climber Yvon Chouinard – the same man who would also go on to create outdoor brand Patagonia. Chouinard started hand-forging climbing hardware, selling steel pitons from the back of his car in the hallowed Yosemite Valley. Over the years, that fledgling business morphed into Black Diamond, with Chouinard eventually handing over the reins to an equally dedicated group of former employees.
Steeped in mountain heritage, the brand has continued to build on its legacy through innovative, user-driven design, built for demanding adventures on rock, ice and snow. Today, they make a lot more than merely hardware. Which means that Black Diamond isn’t just for climbers, mountaineers and skiers – their duffel bags, headlamps, lanterns and gloves are all much-loved by hikers, backpackers, campers and global travellers alike.
When it comes to sustainability, the brand also strives to stay true to Chouinard’s original ‘clean climbing’ ethos. As a brand, Black Diamond supports environmental not-for-profits, whilst making concerted efforts to use renewable energy and recycle as much waste as possible. But above all, they believe in sustainability through longevity, which means making kit that will stand the toughest test of all: time.
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