The Ridgemont Journal
Axle Ethington's Guide to Yosemite
I think we’ve all seen those old iconic photos that Ansel Adams has taken in Yosemite. The black and whites of Half Dome and the valley floor. And if you're like me they left you with a longing desire to make your way to the park to have an adventure of your own. The only problem with showing up in Yosemite without a game plan as to which trails you want to take can leave you feeling a bit overwhelmed.
Weekend Adventure in Muir Woods
Looking for a quick weekend adventure? Muir Woods (National Monument) located just North of San Francisco is your spot. The surrounding area has an abundance of beautiful scenery, great food and lots of fantastic locations perfect for a weekend full of adventure.
From Vanlife to Farmlife
Ridgemont Ambassador Alex Jackson is a bit of a nomad. He'll work half the year on a farm in Canada in order to save up cash so that he can spend the other half of the year on epic adventures. This year he loaded up his wife, his dog, and his gear in his Toyota Hiace van named Norton, and then tripped all the way down the west coast into Mexico. Camping, sightseeing, hot springing, you name it, they did it.
The Hoffmeister Hustle
Ambassador Peter Hoffmeister has just announced that he'll be racing world class speed climber Hans Florine! The race is set to take place in Eugene, OR on June 11th at The Columns, a natural rock structure within the city limits. It's Pete's home turf, but Hans is considered one of the best in the world, so... Maybe it's a toss-up?!
L.A. from the inside out
Street photography is a tricky thing. It may seem simple but but it takes patience and a little cunning to get yourself into the right situations to get a great shot. Jerrick Romero is a friend of ours, and has a great talent for taking photos of all kinds, particularly street photography. Here he tells a little bit about his technique and what got him where he's at...
Livin' la vida vanlife
Alex Jackson is a Ridgemont Ambassador on the move. Literally, he hasn't stopped moving almost daily for the last few months. Hailing from Vermilion, Alberta, Canada, Alex works hard at home most of the year as a heavy machine operating farmer. He'll save his dough during the working season so that he can hit the road during the off season with his wife, his dog, and his rig. From Canada, through the US and Mexico, this year Alex has seen it all. And he's still not home yet.
My Old Outbacks contest winners announced!
One week ago we asked you to submit your stories of your well-worn Ridgemonts along with photos for a chance to win a feature and a new pair. Now, we've...
Southwestern Sampler
Road trip to the Southwest We are known for our spur of the moment trips and this was definitely our best and quickest so far! We knew the Super...
My Old Outbacks - Footwear Contest
These are my Outbacks. I’ve been wearing them for pretty much everything other than skateboarding since the spring of 2016. They’ve been been to many countries and logged many miles....
Footwear Care - Leather & Suede
Once you've made the leap and purchased your new Ridgemonts (which you really ought to continue to make leaps in), you may be keen to keep them clean. After all, not...
Free National Parks Weekend!
Today and tomorrow, April 18th and 19th, all National Parks across the country are waiving entry fees! Never a better time to visit! Most National Parks are free all the time but here’s a list of the parks that normally charge fees—