Mike Richard
Mike Richard has traveled the world since 2008. He's kayaked in Antarctica, tracked endangered African wild dogs in South Africa, and survived a near-miss great white shark attack in Mexico. His travel advice has appeared on the websites for Forbes, Travel + Leisure, CNET, and National Geographic. He loves the great outdoors and good bourbon, and (usually) calls Tulsa, Oklahoma home. Mike also enjoys speaking in the third person.
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7 Best Standing Desk Chairs, According to Gear Editors
Lean, sit, and wobble your way through your workday.
10 Best Hiking Boots in 2026, According to Outdoor Gear Editors
We’ve tested dozens of boots, and Danner's Mountain 600 Leaf GTX came out on top.
11 Best Hiking Shoes, According to Outdoor Gear Editors
We've tested over 50 hiking shoes over the past four years and found Oboz's Katabatic RT Low GTX to be the best.
The 10 Best Hiking Backpacks, Tested by Outdoor Gear Editors
We tested dozens of packs and found Osprey’s Kestrel LT 45 to be the best.
The 2026 Men's Health Outdoor Awards
We spent the past year putting miles, sweat, and dirt on the latest outdoor gear to find the best of the best.
The 24 Best Pieces of Hiking Gear, According to Outdoor Editors
Must-pack picks for day hikes, expedition treks, and everything in between.
The 24 Best Pieces of Camping Gear, According to Outdoor Editors
24 must-pack picks for backpacking, car camping, and everything in between.
Rumpl’s Innovative Wrap Sack Is a Near-Perfect Sleeping Bag for Car Camping
It’s all the comfort of a traditional sleeping bag with the max versatility of a camp quilt.
The 6 Best Bidet Attachments of 2026, According to Experts
These expert-recommended picks offer better hygiene, adjustable spray settings, and easy installation.
The 10 Best Anti-Snoring Pillows in 2026, Tested by Sleep Experts
Because you and your partner deserve to finally get a good night’s sleep.
Is Yeti's First Hiking Backpack Actually Good? I Tested It on Snowy New England Trails.
It’s overbuilt, overengineered, and overqualified for most hikers. But that’s not a bad thing.
The 8 Best Pillows for Neck Pain, Tested by Editors
A sleep medicine professor also shares what bedding features to look for.
