Ridge Merino Aspect Crew vs Ridge Merino Journey T-Shirt
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Merino wool base layer at 180 g/m². Sweet spot of warmth for everyday winter use.
Full details →Lightweight merino base layer at 3.9 ounces. Available in graphic and long-sleeve versions.
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Ridge Merino Aspect Crew vs Ridge Merino Journey T-Shirt: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Ridge Merino Journey T-Shirt wins — at 111 g it is 93 g (46%) lighter than the Ridge Merino Aspect Crew (204 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest clothing - base layer page, or browse the full gear weight database.