December 16, 2005

Black Diamond Equipment Announces Recall of Scarpa T2X Telemark Ski Boots

Name of Product: Scarpa T2X Telemark Ski Boots

Units: About 2,300 pairs

Manufacturer: Calzaturifico S.C.A.R.P.A. S.P.A., of Italy

Distributor: Black Diamond Equipment, of Salt Lake City, Utah

Hazard: The plastic boot cuff can crack when flexed open in an unbuckled, non-skiing position causing discomfort on the ankle or shin, making the problem evident prior to skiing and thus unsuitable for use.

Description: The two recalled models of T2X Telemark ski boot can be identified by a dual color ankle cuff and the marking T2X on the outside of each boot (boxes are marked with model numbers: 142045 Men’s and 142046). Repaired or replaced product can be identified by a single color cuff: Men’s cuff are red, Women’s cuff are blue.

Sold by: Black Diamond Equipment, Salt Lake City via [Ski] retailers, mail order and the Black Diamond Web site from September 2005 through October 10, 2005 for about $560

Manufactured in: Scarpa, Italy.

Remedy: Consumers should stop using the ski boots and return them to the nearest dealer for a free replacement.

Consumer Contact: Contact Local Dealer or Black Diamond Equipment at (801) 278-5533 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. MT, or e-mail scarpa@bdel.com