Black Diamond warranty for climbing gear
The short version
Black Diamond doesn't cover everything, but keeps climbing hardware and other products covered to 2 years. That full coverage is the same as most of the 5 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.
From Black Diamond's published warranty, checked October 2026.
What's covered
Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: NonePartial: to 2 years
- Partial coverageClimbing hardware and other products2 years
- Partial coveragePacks and soft goodsNone
The fine print, decoded
What it leaves out
- Fading
- Normal wear and tear
- Tears
Good to know before you buy
- Covers the original buyer only; items bought used are not covered.
- Proof of purchase or delivery is required, and photos may be requested.
- You pay shipping to Black Diamond; they pay return shipping.
How other brands compare for climbing gear
- 1. Arc'teryx32/100 · Full: 2 years
- 2. Petzl18/100 · Full: None
- 4. Mammut15/100 · Full: None
- 5. La Sportiva10/100 · Full: None
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for climbing gear.
- evoPacific Northwest and Mountain West storesMost items366 days
- BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
- REIMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Sun & Ski SportsTexas and Southeast storesSkateboards, longboards, climbing equipment and used merchandiseNo returns
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for climbing gear where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
Other things Black Diamond makes
- Flashlights & Work Lights18/100Full: None. Partial to 3 years.
- Headlamps & Lights18/100Full: None. Partial to 3 years.
- Outdoor Apparel45/100Full: None. Partial to lifetime.
- Ski & Snowboard15/100Full: None. Partial to 2 years.
Work at Black Diamond and see something out of date? Send us the current terms and we'll check and update this page.Suggest a correction
I-BUY.AI isn't paid by any brand, and ratings can't be bought. How we rate warranties