Black Diamond Method
Black Diamond
The Method is a medium-soft, moderately downturned velcro shoe from Black Diamond for sport climbing, bouldering and trad and multi-pitch. Black Diamond lists it as medium-width with a medium heel. In stock at 9 shops from 58.48 EUR.
Moderate downturn provides versatility across varied terrain and multiple climbing disciplines. BlackLabel Fuse rubber with velcro closure and moderate feel creates reliable grip and responsive feedback. Versatile fit works across different climbing styles and foot shapes.
Best For
Best for sport climbing, bouldering and trad multipitch on vertical and overhang terrain. Aimed at hobby to intermediate climbers.
Among the 469 adult climbing shoes we track, the Method ranks in the top 33% for edging, the top 41% for sensitivity and the top 49% for comfort.
Strengths & Trade-offs
Method strengths
- Profile translates between gym holds and real rock
- Rip the straps open to air out between goes
- Stiffness sits in the middle, handling edges and smears
- Resoling makes sense given the quality of the last
Method trade-offs
- Doesn't conform as closely as leather alternatives
How the Method fits
True to size with minimal stretching expected.
Fit profile: medium width, standard forefoot volume, medium heel, suits egyptian and roman toe shapes.
Minimal stretch expected; minimal break-in.
How it fit climbers with your foot shape: fit reports from feet like yours.
Stiffness
Measured stiffness: 0.45 on our 0-1 scale (0 = softest). Among moderately downturned shoes it sits between the Scarpa Instinct VSR (0.38, softer) and the Boreal Joker Lace (0.49, stiffer).
Method specifications
| Brand | Black Diamond |
| Model | Method |
| Closure | Velcro |
| Downturn | Moderate |
| Asymmetry | Slight |
| Toe Patch | Medium |
| Heel Rubber | Partial |
| Ankle Protection | None |
| Midsole | Forefoot |
| Midsole Stiffness | Medium soft |
| Rand | Tensioned |
| Upper Material | Synthetic |
| Weight (pair) | 460 g (16.2 oz) |
| Break-in | Minimal |
| Rubber | BlackLabel Fuse (injection molded) |
| Rubber Thickness | 4mm |
| Rubber Hardness | Medium |
| Durability | Moderate, High |
| Vegan | No |
| Resoleable | Yes |
| Kids | No |
What the Method costs
Prices checked 15 Oct 2026 across 9 shops that currently stock it (58.48 to 130.00 EUR). Cheapest current offer: 58.48 EUR at bergfreunde.de, 55% below the 130.00 EUR list price.
| Retailer | Price |
|---|---|
| bergfreunde.de | 58.48 EUR |
| bananafingers.co.uk | 87.57 EUR |
| 8a.de | 89.99 EUR |
| hardloop.de | 103.90 EUR |
| snowleader.com | 103.90 EUR |
| deporvillage.com | 106.95 EUR |
| alpinstore.com | 107.82 EUR |
| bergzeit.de | 129.95 EUR |
| decathlon.es | 130.00 EUR |
Prices by size
Cheapest in-stock price per EU size and how many shops list that size, from the EU pool. Updated daily.
| EU size | From | Shops |
|---|---|---|
| 35 | 140.00 EUR | 1 |
| 35.5 | 58.48 EUR | 2 |
| 36 | 58.48 EUR | 3 |
| 37 | 58.48 EUR | 4 |
| 37.5 | 87.57 EUR | 3 |
| 38 | 103.90 EUR | 3 |
| 39 | 107.90 EUR | 3 |
| 39.5 | 107.90 EUR | 3 |
| 40 | 89.99 EUR | 4 |
| 41 | 89.99 EUR | 4 |
| 41.5 | 89.99 EUR | 3 |
| 42 | 89.99 EUR | 3 |
| 42.5 | 89.99 EUR | 3 |
| 43 | 89.99 EUR | 3 |
| 44 | 89.99 EUR | 3 |
| 44.5 | 89.99 EUR | 3 |
| 45 | 89.99 EUR | 2 |
| 46 | 89.99 EUR | 3 |
| 46.5 | 89.99 EUR | 2 |
| 47 | 89.99 EUR | 2 |
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