The 58 Best Outdoor Gear and Products We've Tested in the Past Year
HAVING GEAR THAT serves only a single purpose can be a tough prospect (in this economy?!). That’s why for our 2025 Men’s Health Outdoor Award winners, we focused on affordable equipment we’ve been testing over the past year that you can use more often than just on your one or two annual camping trips.
While there are some one-purpose items you just can’t get around—you won’t be cooking in the backyard on a minimalist backpacking stove anytime soon—a lot of our winners are trusted, durable new products that work beyond the campsite or trail. That means your hard-earned dollar goes that much further for a good pair of lightweight hiking shoes or UPF clothing to keep you protected from the sun. Happy trails!
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Photography: Fredrik Broden. Writing: Mike Richard.
