3500 5-Tray Food Dehydrator

I’ve helped several friends dehydrate food over the years, so when offered the opportunity to try out the Excalibur 3500 Food Dehydrator, I jumped at it. Right out of the box, the sheer size of the unit impressed me—this behemoth has five large trays totaling eight square feet of drying area for all my favorite trail foods. Made in the USA, it boasts a removable door and adjustable thermostat. I reviewed the deluxe model (3526T) which has a 26-hour timer and an automatic shut-off option, so I was able to fill the unit with goodies, set the timer, and head outside on the next adventure. $250; excaliburdehydrator.com.