Your Best of Summer 2022 - Freeze-Dried Meals, Gear, and Sports Nutrition

This summer, many of you grabbed your backpacks, tents, stoves, a few freeze-dried meals, and set off to explore new horizons. So, we thought it would be fun to highlight the standout products from recent months—the ones you loved the most—to help you prepare for your next summer adventures!

Freeze-Dried Meals: A Taste of Adventure

It’s no surprise that some classics made the list, like the pulled pork with rice from Norwegian brand Real or the famous aligot from Aveyron by MX3 (because, let’s face it, summer is no reason to skip cheese!). Dessert lovers weren’t left out either, with options like Summit to Eat’s chocolate mousse with granola and cherries or Lyo Food’s apple crumble—perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth.

Your top recipes

1. Pulled Pork and Rice – Real
2. Macaroni and Cheese – Summit To Eat
3. Aligot aveyronnais – MX3
4. Vegetable Noodle Wok – Tactical Foodpack
5. Chocolate mousse, granola and cherries – Summit To Eat
6. Apple Crumble – Lyo Food

Gear Essentials: All You Need for Expedition Success

Freeze-dried meals are great, but having the right gear makes them even better for your adventures! From cooking tools and sleeping gear to water filtration solutions, several items stood out as customer favorites this season.

MSR’s Pocket Rocket gas stove combines lightness, versatility, and performance, while Nalgene’s 1L bottle with graduated markings makes meal prep a breeze. For those who love their sleep, Therm-A-Rest’s NeoAir XLite inflatable mattress suits all body types and keeps you warm on chilly nights.

Your Top Gear Picks :

1. Lightweight Titanium Cookware (0,55L) – Toaks Outdoor
2. Gas Stove - Pocket Rocket 2 - MSR
3. Water Filter – TrailShot MicroFilter - MSR
4. Large Mouth Bottle - 1 L - Nalgene
5. Inflatable Mattress NeoAir XLite - Therm-A-Rest

Sports Nutrition: Fuel and Energy for Every Occasion

Of course, we couldn’t forget this category! Essential before, during, and after exercise, energy bars and dried beef remain top choices. Perfect for a quick snack or an energy boost during a slump.

Your Top Sports Nutrition Picks:

1. Energy Bar – Oat and Peanut Butter - Clif Bar
2. Classic Beef Jerky (50g) - Beef Jerky
3. Energy Bar – Crunchy Peanut - Chimpanzee
4. Energy Drink – Peach - Real
5. Organic Coconut Bar - Rapunzel

In Conclusion…

This summer’s focus was all about lightweight gear. When it came to freeze-dried meals, it was impossible to choose a favorite! From cheese lovers to dessert fans and even vegetarians, there was something for everyone. As for sports nutrition, it’s clear you all enjoyed your snacks, and the Lyophilise & Co team is thrilled to continue supporting your adventures!