a ski patroller at Mammoth Mountain throwing an avalanche bomb

I Love the Sound of Avi Bombs in the Morning

Ridge Merino Founder Jeff Russell got the chance to ride along with Mammoth Mountain Ski Patrol (MMSP) to assist with avalanche control during the snowiest month the mountain has ever seen. Here is his recap...    It...
snow so deep in Mammoth Lakes you can hardly see the entrance to Ridge Merino's office

What A Year to Move to the Mountains!

Well, it's official. Mammoth Lakes has received a record-breaking snowfall for the month of January - or ANY month - 212" to be exact. And it's still coming down.   If that seems unfathomable (and it...
a closeup of a striped Ridge Merino base layer

What Are the Latest Trends in Base Layers? Ridge Founder Jeff Russell Weighs In.

Winter is in full swing. The snow continues to fall, and we're in the midst of trade shows - Outdoor Retailer, SIA and ISPO - where the latest outdoor technology and trends will be revealed. SGB Online...
backcountry ski gear laid out at the top of a run on a snowy day

How to Keep Your New Year's Resolutions

Experts agree: the more specific you can be with your resolutions, the more likely you'll be able to keep them. Instead of making lofty declarations that may not be achievable, consider narrowing in to focus on measurable goals. Below...
a skier sinning uphill in moody winter light

Ridge Merino Featured in Outside Magazine's Ultimate Uphill Skiing Setup

Photo: Jakob Schiller, Outside Magazine Ridge Merino was included in Outside Magazine's recent article of recommended essentials for the ultimate uphill skiing setup. The editor mentions that in addition to uphill skiing - also known as cross-country or mountaineer...
Ridge Merino accessories stuffed in stockings on a mantle

Looking For Great Gifts This Holiday Season? You've Come to the Right Place

It happens every year. You swear you're going to finish all of your holiday shopping early and before you know it, it's Thanksgiving. Then Dec. 1st. Then mid-December. Panic sets in.  Here's the great news:...
a closeup of a Merino sheep's face

Merino Wool: The Thermos of Fabrics

We recently stumbled on a 2010 article from Backpacker.com which explains the benefits of Merino wool better than we ever could. There are so many amazing, inherent qualities, the author was able to write a full 2-page...
Ridge Merino's Woolly Mammoth Giveaway poster

Enter to Win Prizes in the Ridge Merino Woolly Mammoth Giveaway!

Between now and November 18, enter for your chance to win TWO 2-Day lift passes to ski/snowboard at Mammoth Mountain Ski Resort and $250 Ridge Merino* Gift Card. That's enough for a full kit for yourself (base, mid, accessories)...
the 1% For The Planet Network Auction 2016 logo

Ridge Participates in 1% For The Planet Network Auction

Ridge is proud to participate in the first-ever 1% for the Planet Network Auction. The online auction begins today and will run through the end of November. It's a great opportunity to do some holiday shopping and support businesses, like us,...