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Black Diamond

This is the symbol used to mark advanced ski trails.

Michael Doyle
Definition: Black Diamonds are the color and symbol used to mark advanced ski trails. Black Diamond ski trails are often difficult to ski and have advanced terrain.
Examples: The peak of Copper Mountain contains many Black Diamond ski trails.

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