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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.

SJK Middle Fork 20/30 Sleeping Bag Review

This photo shows the SJK Middle Fork 20/30 Sleeping Bag on a cot inside of a tent.

The SJK Middle Fork 20/30 Sleeping Bag is a thick and roomy bag rated for 20-30 °F, making it warm...

YETI Brings Back Limited-Edition ‘Ice Pink’ Ramblers

This photo shows a woman opening an Ice Pink YETI Rambler Tumbler outside in a winter landscape.

To support breast cancer awareness during October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month, YETI has brought back its popular ‘Ice Pink’ Rambler...

Kijaro Native Ultralight Cot Review

This review photo shows the Kijaro Native Ultralight Cot set up inside of a camping tent.

The Kijaro Native Ultralight Cot is a lightweight camping cot with a low-to-the-ground profile. I first ran into the Kijaro...

Sitka Kelvin Aerolite 30 Sleeping Bag Review

This photo shows the Sitka Kelvin Aerolite 30 Sleeping Bag in a closeup.

The Sitka Kelvin Aerolite 30 Sleeping Bag is one of the most innovative big game hunting focused sleeping bags available...

PEAX Backcountry Z Sissy Stix Review

This photo shows the PEAX Backcountry Z Sissy Stix on a rock in rugged terrain during the testing and review process.

The PEAX Backcountry Z Sissy Stix are folding z-style trekking poles designed for rugged backcountry hunting. They’re particularly compact and...

Gear Water Sports

Sea to Summit Hydraulic Dry Pack Review

This photo shows the Sea to Summit Hydraulic Dry Pack during the testing process near a river.

The Sea to Summit Hydraulic Dry Pack is a rugged dry bag with removable backpack straps. It’s particularly great for...

First Lite Wick Short Sleeve Crew Long-Term Review: Outstanding Comfort

This photo shows the author wearing the First Lite Wick Short Sleeve Crew during the testing and review process during an archery elk hunt.

The First Lite Wick Short Sleeve Crew is a lightweight early-season hunting base layer designed to wick moisture and dry...

Gear Water Sports

ISLE Pioneer 2.0 iSUP Review

This review photo shows the ISLE Pioneer 2.0 Inflatable Paddle Board floating on a lake.

The ISLE Pioneer 2.0 iSUP is the second generation of ISLE’s most popular inflatable stand-up paddleboard — the beginner-friendly Pioneer iSUP,...

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