Blog: View From The Ridge

Whether you’re going on your first ski trip or it’s been a while since you’ve been on one, packing for a ski trip can feel overwhelming. Follow this packing checklist to be prepared for anything...

Friends wearing Ridge Merino layers camping outside of Bishop, CA in the winter. Cold weather camping is a completely different game from camping during the summer. Whether you’re backpacking with limited space or car camping...

One of the perks of working at Ridge Merino is getting to pitch our dreams of Merino gear we want to create. It's how the Onsen Hoodie, Cloudripper Jacket and Hyde Shorts came to be...

Fleece has long been a staple of the outdoor industry, and we love standard fleeces for everyday wear. But when we want top performance in the outdoors—or just want to ensure we’re comfortable all day...

The mountains aren’t just where we test our gear at Ridge Merino—they’re part of who we are. We depend on cold winters, deep snow and healthy ecosystems to do what we love, and we know...

In this chaotic year where everything feels faster, louder and more expensive, choosing to shop small can make the holiday season more meaningful. As more and more brands become part of giant corporations, we’re proud...

It’s estimated that over 98% of Americans have PFAS (also called forever chemicals) in their blood. Clothing and textiles are partly to blame—and Breast Cancer Prevention Partners has led the charge to change this. At...

As the temperatures drop and the mountains pull us back outside, Ridge Merino’s Fall/Winter 2025 Collection arrives with thoughtful updates, expanded favorites and new innovations that make winter layering easier (and warmer) than ever. This...

From snowy backcountry lines to early morning skin tracks, people who live and recreate in the mountains rely on accurate information to stay safe. The mountains are our home and our inspiration, and it’s why...