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Man Makes Fire publishes in-depth outdoor gear reviews designed to help you find the right gear for your outdoor adventures. We use, test, and review gear including the best camping tents, best fly rod and reel combos, best fishing waders, best soft coolers, best camping stoves, SUPs, bikes, ski and snowboarding gear, and much much more.

This review photo shows the author's L.L.Bean Apex Wading Boots near a river during the testing and review process.

L.L.Bean Apex Wading Boots Review

The new L.L.Bean Apex Wading Boots are super comfortable and designed for durability. They come in two rubber-sole options, one...

This review photo shows the RTIC Soft Pack 30 Cooler next to a river.

RTIC Soft Pack Cooler Review

The RTIC Soft Pack Cooler is a soft-sided cooler that comes in five size options that range in capacity up...

This best camping stoves photo shows a camping stove with a cooking pancake outside.

15 Best Camping Stoves for 2021

The best camping stoves are portable, easy to use, easy to clean, and rugged enough to last for years. Our...

This photo shows the Orvis Recon Fly Rod with the Orvis Hydros Fly Reel.

Orvis Recon Review: The ‘Do-It-All Fly Rod’

The new Orvis Recon Fly Rod is a midrange+ fly rod that handily outperforms entry-level rods. It also delivers excellent...

This review photo shows the men's UA Kilchis Fishing Shoes on a log at the beach.

Under Armour Kilchis Fishing Shoes Review

The Under Armour Micro G Kilchis Fishing Shoes are water shoes built to handle a wide variety of conditions. They’re...

This review and testing photo shows the Rising Brookie Net with a cutthroat trout.

Rising Brookie Net Review

The Rising Brookie Net is a Made-in-America anodized aluminum fishing net. It’s rugged and looks fantastic in person. If you’re...

This review photo shows the Outdoor Master The Shark II SUP Air Pump.

Outdoor Master The Shark II SUP Electric Air Pump Review

The Outdoor Master Shark II SUP Electric Air Pump is a high-pressure pump designed to automatically stop pumping the instant...

This review photo shows the author's Vortex Viper HD 10x42 binoculars outside during a hunting trip.

Vortex Viper HD Binoculars Review

The Vortex Viper HD Binoculars are Vortex’s midrange binocular series. They feature Vortex’s HD optical system, which has better resolution,...

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