Black Diamond Camalot C4 2025: The Trad Climbing Cam That Redefined the Standard

July 2, 2026

Black Diamond Camalot C4 2025 — official product image
Image: Black Diamond official press materials

Quick Take

Black Diamond updates the Camalot C4 with a new stem design that reduces stem weight by 12% while maintaining the same holding strength. The 2025 C4 also introduces a new color-coded trigger that makes size identification faster in a gear loop. Black Diamond announces the 2025 Camalot C4, an update to the most trusted spring-loaded camming device in trad climbing.


What's New

The 2025 model features a new hollow stem design that reduces stem weight by 12% without compromising holding strength — all sizes remain UIAA certified to the same load ratings. New color-coded triggers make size identification faster when pulling gear from a harness loop.

Key Features

  • Hollow stem reduces weight 12%
  • Same UIAA-certified holding strength
  • Color-coded triggers for fast size ID
  • Available in sizes 0.3–6
  • Dual-axle design for maximum range
  • Compatible with all standard gear loops

Best For

  • Rock climbers on multi-pitch routes requiring reliable protection
  • Alpine climbers who need gear that performs in cold and wet conditions
  • Trad climbers building a versatile rack

Not Ideal For

  • Shoppers looking for the lowest-cost option in this category
  • Users who need a different feature set than this product provides

Price & Availability

Available now at blackdiamondequipment.com and climbing specialty retailers

Specifications

StemHollow — 12% lighter
TriggerColor-coded by size
CertificationUIAA / CE
Sizes Available0.3, 0.4, 0.5, 0.75, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
MSRP$79.95–$99.95 per piece

This article is based on official press release materials from Outdoor Sportswire. View original press release