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Black Diamond is a naming convention and graphic representation that the ski industry uses to identify the steepest slopes in a geography, generally a pitch of 40% or more, that may or may not be groomed.

Not all slopes in a geography are marked with black diamonds.

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It's a run for advanced skiers.

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