What is a black diamond ski/snowboarding slope?

Double black diamond, green circles, blue square, and a bunch of other shapes on the mountain. What do the ski slope rating symbols mean and what do they really mean? ... They also have a more recent phenomenon known as the Abominable Snowboarder. read more

Black diamonds: A guide to ski slope difficulty ratings But during a winter sports holiday, it’s no good taking on the trickiest your resort has to offer if you’ve only just learnt to deal with the practice slopes. read more

Double Black Diamond - Extremely difficult trails that are recommended only for expert skiers. They may contain very steep slopes, difficult moguls, glades, or drop-offs. Because this is the highest rating, Double Black Diamonds can vary widely in difficulty. read more