Black Diamond warranty for ski & snowboard
The short version
Black Diamond doesn't cover everything, but keeps poles covered to 2 years. That full coverage is the same as most of the 14 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 coveragePoles2 years
Varies by model line
Black Diamond words its warranty differently for some lines. This page shows the least generous one.
- Trekking and ski polesFull: None. Partial to 2 years
- Ski and avalanche gearFull: None. Partial to 5 years
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.
- Register your avalanche beacon in the Pieps app to get 5 years of coverage instead of 2.
How other brands compare for ski & snowboard
- 1. Smith45/100 · Full: None
- 2. Smith Optics45/100 · Full: None
- 3. Mammut18/100 · Full: None
- 4. Ride Snowboards18/100 · Full: None
- 5. Atomic15/100 · Full: None
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for ski & snowboard.
- 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 storesMost items30 days
Show all 7 stores
- Play It Again SportsMost items7 days from delivery
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for ski & snowboard where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
Other things Black Diamond makes
- Climbing Gear15/100Full: None. Partial to 2 years.
- Flashlights & Work Lights18/100Full: None. Partial to 3 years.
- Headlamps & Lights18/100Full: None. Partial to 3 years.
- Outdoor Apparel45/100Full: None. Partial to lifetime.
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