OUR TEAM
At Challenge Design Innovations (CDI), we’ve been crafting unforgettable adventure experiences for over 45 years. Founded by Jim Wall, who built his first ropes course and zip line with the belief that quality products and services stem from strong relationships, CDI has remained a family-owned business that values trust, collaboration, and excellence.
Today, CDI is proudly led by Jim’s son, Corey Wall, and supported by a team of industry leaders with decades of hands-on experience. Our legacy of innovation and dedication to the adventure industry is matched only by our commitment to helping our clients achieve their goals, whether building a new challenge course, maintaining a zipline, or training a team.
Why Partner with CDI?
When you work with us, you’re partnering with a team that prioritizes your best interests. We take a holistic approach to every project, focusing on your unique needs to deliver designs, installations, and services that exceed expectations. From certified arborist assessments and precision engineering to high-quality construction and customized training, we ensure every detail is thoughtfully executed.
As an Accredited Professional Vendor of ACCT International (the industry standards setting organization), we are recognized as experts in the design, construction, installation, inspection, training, and equipping of challenge courses, zip lines, adventure parks, climbing walls, and tactical training facilities. Every project complies with strict ACCT/ANSI standards, giving you peace of mind that safety, quality, and durability are at the forefront.
Our Values
We’re more than a team of professionals—we’re a family. Guided by the principles of a successful family-owned business, we are:
- Dedicated to Relationships: We work closely with our clients to build strong partnerships that last long after a project is completed. We don't want one-and-done clients.
- Committed to Excellence: We invest in continuous education, industry involvement, and cutting-edge techniques to ensure your adventure project reaches its full potential.
- Passionate About What We Do: Whether designing a ropes course or inspecting a zip line, we approach every project with creativity, care, and enthusiasm.
What We Offer
- Expert design and construction of high ropes, low ropes, ziplines, canopy tours, aerial adventure parks, and more.
- Comprehensive inspections, maintenance, and training tailored to your needs.
- High-quality operational equipment through our gear division, High Country Hardware.
- The best industry specific gloves made - our Rocks Edge Gloves brand.
We believe adventure should inspire connection, growth, and excitement—and we’re here to bring that vision to life for your project.
Let’s Get Started
Ready to create something extraordinary? Contact us at 828-737-6850 or send us a message.
We can’t wait to help you bring your adventure project to life.
