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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.

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Gerber Magniplier Salt Review: ‘Excellent Ergonomics’

The Gerber Magniplier is an aluminum fishing plier with a great build quality and excellent ergonomics. To get us a... Read More

This testing and review photo shows the Kelty Wireless 4 Tent setup during a camping trip.

Kelty Wireless 4 Tent Review

The Kelty Wireless 4 Tent is a freestanding 2-door car camping tent with two vestibules and a full-coverage rainfly. To... Read More

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‘Coolest’ Cooler Ever Combines Blender, Speaker, Charger, Lights, and a Ceramic Knife

Our new hero Ryan Grepper has invented a new modern-day cooler, and his crowdfunding Kickstarter launch quickly generated nearly $4.5... Read More

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Cabela’s Rain Suede Review: Rain Gear for the Hunt

The Cabela’s Rain Suede Packable Parka and Pants are one of the best camouflage rain gear options for hunters available today.... Read More

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Measure Net: The Best (and Last) Fly Fishing Net You’ll Ever Use

There’s one trout fishing net on the market that is the absolute best: The Measure Net. It’s a lot like... Read More

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Can’t Sharpen a Knife? Two Razor Edge Knife Systems Save the Day

I’ve tried to sharpen knives, but I’m not good at it. Sure, as I attempt to hold the perfect angle... Read More

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Nexgen Outfitters Whitetail Caddy Pack Review

The Nexgen Outfitters Whitetail Caddy Pack is a well-engineered hunting day pack that also excels for use at a tree... Read More

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Do You Need a Waterproof Camera in the Age of the Smartphone?

AS THE CAMERA on my iPhone gets better and better, I suddenly find myself taking more pictures with it than... Read More

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