GearJunkie editors have revealed their top picks for Gear of the Year 2023, featuring innovative designs, cool tech, sustainability, and creative engineering. The list includes the Leatherman Arc multitool with a 2.76-inch MagnaCut blade, the Old Town Sportsman BIGWATER E-PDL fishing kayak with manual pedal propulsion and motorized cruise control, BOA Alpine Ski Boots with the new BOA Fit system, GORE-TEX ePE membrane for environmentally friendly rainwear, Goose Gear Park Series for overland adventures in crossover SUVs, NEMO Tensor Extreme Sleeping Pad with an 8.5 R-value, Jones Re-Up Tech snowboards made from recycled materials, Oyster Tempo Cooler with vacuum insulation, Forge+Bond Fusion Fiber Wheels made from recyclable carbon fiber, and the PACT Lite Kit for responsible backcountry waste management.
BikeRadar's Tom Law shares his top gear picks for 2023, including the 7mesh Northwoods Windshell jacket, SRAM HS2 rotors, Crankbrothers Mallet pedals, NOBL TR35 x Berd spoke wheels, and Öhlins RXC34 m.1 fork and TXC2Air rear shock. These products impressed with their lightweight, performance, and value, making them standouts in their respective categories.
Jack Evans shares his top gear picks for 2023, including the Specialized S-Works Torch Lace road cycling shoes, the Selle Italia Novus Boost Evo 3D Kit Carbonio Superflow saddle, the RAB Cinder Phantom Waterproof Jacket, and the Restrap 18L Saddle Pack. These products have impressed with their versatility, comfort, and performance, making them ideal for racing, bikepacking, and endurance rides.
Alex Evans highlights his most-used gear of the year, including the Garmin Edge 830 bike computer, MET Parachute MCR helmet, Evoc Hip Pack Pro bum bag, and Nukeproof Blackline Trail Pants. The Garmin Edge 830 provides a wealth of ride data and has proven to be robust in all weather conditions. The MET Parachute MCR helmet offers versatility and protection for gravity-focused mountain biking. The Evoc Hip Pack Pro is a reliable and spacious bum bag for storing ride essentials. The Nukeproof Blackline Trail Pants are comfortable and durable riding trousers suitable for various disciplines.
