Gear of the Year: The best performing multisport products of 2025 tested and reviewed

We’ve waved goodbye to 2025, but that doesn’t mean waving goodbye to some of the superb swim, bike, and run kit we’ve tested over the last twelve months. In no particular order, here’s our rundown of the highest-scoring products our test team have rated over the last year…

1. Ddipp Sea Monster Hydro

• £150/$200

In a busy swim changing robes market, the Sea Monster has a cool name and a warm design, with 100% recycled material, removable sleeves and super-soft fleece. Verdict: 95%. (Issue: January 2025).

2. Gorewear Spinshift GTX Jacket

• £224.99/$202.50

Kudos to Gore for the bold visibility here, as well as lightweight construction that is also superbly waterproof. Plenty of carefully considered details and a real investment cycling jacket piece. Verdict: 93%. (Issue: March 2025)

3. Shimano Ultegra PD-R800

• £159.99/$200

These clipless pedals pack plenty of bang for the buck and despite being on the market for a few years now stood the test of time with last year’s 90% rating. Verdict: 90%. (Issue: February 2025)

4. Soar Tempo

• £155/$260

This lightweight running shirt with 3D textured weave fabric is comfortable and versatile, with a decent-sized pocket for keys and gels. Verdict: 91%. (Issue: January 2025)

5. Salomon Genesis

• £140/$150

Our tester praised the Genesis for being a quietly-confident trail running shoe – a great fit, cushioned but responsive and able to withstand the worst of winter mud. Verdict: 95%. (Issue: February 2025)

6. Orca Openwater Backpack

• £99/$129

We don’t all want to use a transition bag every day and if you need something that can handle soggy sports kit as well as a laptop and look smart too – this bag is it. Verdict: 95%. (Issue: March 2025)

7. Garmin Fenix 8

• £949.99/$1099

Finally bringing the bright AMOLED screen the Fenix range, the 8 was the watch model triathletes had been waiting for in 2025 – and it didn’t disappoint! Verdict: 93%. (Issue: April 2025)

8. Compressport Hurricane 10/10 Waterproof

• £160/$190

Water-resistant, sealed seams, a comfortable diagonal zip and a snug hood – this run jacket ticks all the boxes and is lightweight enough to carry without noticing it. Verdict: 93%. (Issue: April 2025)

9. H2O Audio TRI 2 Pro Multisport

• £189/$200

Waterproof headphones for swimming are having a moment as we go into 2026 and these bone-conduction ones can be used for running too – plus it’s super-easy to add music to them. Verdict: 92%. (Issue: May 2025)

10. Hutchinson Blackbird Race

• £69.99/$80

A prototype of these tyres was used by Alex Yee in the Paris Olympics and our tester praised these for a lower weight of 240g, as well as feeling fast, smooth and grippy. Verdict: 93%. (Issue: May 2025)

11. Le Col Hors Categorie Jersey II

• £165/$230

Our tester said this bike jersey ‘oozes class and premium quality’ with a fit that was close and aero, but without causing restriction. Verdict: 95%. (Issue: May 2025)

12. Luca Signature All-in-One

• £175

Luca design garments to ‘empower women’ and our tester loved these redesigned bib shorts with a ‘beautifully-tailored fit’ with no gaping or bulging. Verdict: 95%. (Issue: June 2025)

13. Lake CX302

• £300/$399

At a mere 270g per shoe (size 44) these road cycling shoes felt stiff without sacrificing comfort and our tester reported a ‘slipper-like’ feeling from first use. Verdict: 92%. (Issue: May 2025)

14. Tri-Fit Propel

• £40 /$56

These sleek, stylish swim goggles felt secure without being too prominent for pool swims and passed our tumble-turn and dive tests with no leaking or fogging. Verdict: 95%. (Issue: June 2025)

15. Orca Apex Flow

• £749/$1149

The fit of this triathlon wetsuit was superb, with flexible and supple neoprene used throughout. Exo-lift aerodome technology created a great body position, too. Verdict: 92%. (Issue: July 2025)

16. Tri-Fit Vanguard

• £125/$172

The Vanguard scooped best on test in both our men’s and women’s tri-suit group tests this year with a classy construction and quality chammy ticking all the boxes. Verdict: 93%. (Issue: July 2025)

17. Zone3 Aspire

• £549/$973.70

This supple, stylish women’s wetsuit has achieved our highest score of all time for a wetsuit and at a price point which is impressive, too. Quick to pull on and sublime to swim in! Verdict: 98%. (Issue: August 2025)

18. Tri-Fit 3T Bag

• £120/$166

This holdall has had some real thought put behind it, including removable sections, a large waterproof compartment and straps to convert it into a backpack. Verdict: 95%. (Issue: August 2025)

19. Darn Tough Quarter Ultra-Lightweight Run Sock

• £23/$20

A humble pair of run socks in gear of the year? Well yes – when it’s these comfortable merino run socks which are soft, breathable and still on repeat in our test kit months on. Verdict: 92%. (Issue: July 2025)

20. Bornbound Skarvatten Pro LD Tri Suit

• £230/$295

Our tester praised the soft polyamide fabric here, as well as the generous pockets and impressive leg grippers leading to a comfortable, yet practical tri-suit. Verdict: 95%. (Issue: August 2025)

21. Tri-Fit Volt

• £35/$49

There was very little that could be improved on these sleek goggles, which fit our tester perfectly and hit the sweet spot between aesthetics and performance. Verdict: 98%. (Issue: September 2025)

22. The Magic5 Limited Edition Navy Mirror

• £52.50/$80

The limited edition colours are good fun, but it’s the unique features here which make The Magic5 goggles stand out. Scan your face on the app and they’ll be made to fit just you! Verdict: 92%. (Issue: October 2025)

23. Ryzon Arise

• £305/$335

Our tester found this top-end tri-suit supple and supportive right out of the box. It was quick to dry and comfortable to both ride and run in. Verdict: 98%. (Issue: September 2025)

24. Koo Supernova

• £170/$200

At just 21g these sunnies were so light we could barely feel them, while the frameless design gave great visibility on both ride and run. They look darn good, too. Verdict: 95%. (Issue: October 2025)

25. Brooks Run Visible 4” 2in1 Short 2.0

• £60/$55

Ticking all the boxes for our tester, these run shorts were stylish and practical – staying in place while being light and ventilated and including decent storage options. Verdict: 97%. (Issue: October 2025)

26. Coots London LF One-Piece

• £150 (UK only)

Coots won our women’s swimwear category in 2025 too with the LF one-piece. Attention to quality and detail as well as sustainability made it an easy decision. Verdict: 97%. (Issue: November 2025)

27. Soar Men’s Run Shorts

• £95//$180

Our tester described these as ‘the most comfortable shorts’ he’s ever run in, appreciating the lightweight and technical material with laser-cut breathability. Verdict: 96%. (Issue: November 2025)

28. Coots London LF Jammer

• £110 (UK only)

These top-end jammers are sustainably made in quality fabrics and impressed our tester through their quality fit and comfortable design. Verdict: 91%. (Issue: November 2025)

29. Asics Megablast

• £210 /$225

Bouncy and putting a spring in our tester’s stride, these run shoes were propulsive and gave plenty of energy return – perfect for long distance runners. Verdict: 97%. (Issue: December 2025)