Comfort in changing weather
The natural crimp in wool holds pockets of insulating air when it’s cool. Its breathability helps release heat as the day warms up, making merino a versatile companion across changing conditions.
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SHEEPishly Superior
Great gear starts
with better wool.
Soft by nature. Ready for the wild. Meet the remarkable fiber at the heart of Glacial Gear.
Discover the difference
NATURE’S TECHNICAL FIBER
Made for more
days outside.
We choose merino for the balance of comfort, performance, and versatility it brings to our gear. On the trail, at camp, or back at home, it works with your body and your surroundings.
Moisture, managed naturally
Merino fibers absorb and release moisture vapor, helping keep your skin comfortable through an uphill climb, a long travel day, or a night under the stars.
More adventure between washes
Naturally odor-resistant wool stays fresher through repeated use. That means less laundry along the way and a little more freedom when you’re living out of a pack.
Soft enough for every day
Fine merino fibers bend readily against the skin. The result is a softer feel than the coarse wool you might remember, with natural breathability for next-to-skin comfort.
Comfort without the bulk
Lightweight and packable, merino brings warmth and versatility to a thoughtfully chosen kit. From a small Trail Rag to a full-length blanket, every piece earns its space.
Grown by nature
Wool is a renewable fiber that sheep grow each year. Responsible sourcing matters to us, alongside the feel and performance of the material itself.
THE FINER DETAILS
A small measurement.
A softer feel.
A micron is one-millionth of a meter. In wool, it measures the diameter of a single fiber. Finer fibers bend more easily against your skin; coarser fibers can feel prickly.
Our Ultralight Merino Wool Blanket uses 15.5-micron Australian merino. We select the wool for each product individually, balancing softness, durability, and its intended use.
15.5microns
in our ultralight blanket
in our ultralight blanket
ULTRALIGHT MERINO BLANKET
Full-length comfort.
Room in your pack.
Our blanket brings merino’s softness, breathability, temperature regulation, and odor resistance into one lightweight layer. Take it camping, on a flight, or along for a quiet evening close to home.
- 100%
- Australian merino
- 13.2 oz
- approximate weight
- 80 × 48 in
- full-length coverage
OUR MATERIAL PARTNERS
Better wool.
Thoughtful partnerships.
Fiber quality, sourcing, and textile expertise all shape the finished gear. We choose our materials and partners for the particular product we’re making.
NEW ZEALAND
ZQ Merino
Premium ZQ-certified wool is used in many of our handmade pieces, including the Trail Rag Classic. ZQ’s focus includes animal welfare, environmental stewardship, fiber quality, and traceability. We sew these small-batch products in Taylors, South Carolina.
AUSTRALIA
Gostwyck Merino
We use Gostwyck’s exceptionally fine wool specifically for the merino sleeping bag liner we manufacture for Zpacks. This partnership product is available through Zpacks.
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Diyang Merino Textile
Diyang supplies premium Australian merino fabrics and advanced textile manufacturing. Our ultralight blanket uses Hydroduct™ fabric technology, developed with The Woolmark Company to move moisture away from the body while retaining wool’s natural comfort.
EXPLORE THE COLLECTION
SHEEPishly Superior
Exceptional materials. Purpose in every stitch.
Gear worthy of wherever you take it.