Black Diamond Hikes Prices Amid Trump-Era Tariffs

Black Diamond Gear to Get Pricier Thanks to Trump-Era Tariffs

Photo: Julie Brown

Outdoor enthusiasts, brace yourselves: your next set of skis, poles, or climbing gear from Black Diamond might leave a bigger dent in your wallet. Starting May 5, the Utah-based gear icon is raising prices on U.S. products by 10–25% in response to sweeping new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.

The tariffs—part of an aggressive trade strategy—include a 10% baseline hike on all imports, a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum goods, and even steeper surcharges on products coming out of China. Translation: Black Diamond’s cost of doing business just shot through the roof.

“Production costs have more than doubled in some categories,” the company said in a statement. “We’ve eaten what we can, but to keep delivering the performance gear we’re known for, we have to adjust.”

Unlike some companies that might chase cheaper manufacturing elsewhere, BD is holding its line. The company works with 41 factories in 17 countries and isn't about to ditch decades-long partnerships just to save a buck—especially when those partners have built a rep for reliability and precision.

While the community understands the squeeze, there's a cautious ask from loyal customers: reconsider the hike when (or if) the tariffs get rolled back.

This price bump isn’t just a Black Diamond problem—it’s a red flag for the entire outdoor gear industry. As global trade gets more volatile, your powder missions might just cost a little more.

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