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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 Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Bag 55L version outside near a river during the testing process.

Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Bag Review

The Patagonia Black Hole Duffel Bag is a flexible but rugged adventure-ready duffel. Patagonia offers its popular duffel bag in...

This photo shows the new Maven B1.2 binoculars next to the new Maven B.6 Binoculars.

Maven Upgrades Elite B.1 Binoculars & Intros New B.6 50mm Models

Just in time for hunting season, Maven has created a super tough choice for hunters in need of fantastic glass:...

This photo shows the author wearing the Shelta Seahawk hat in a kayak on a lake.

Shelta Hat Review: Osprey, Raptor, Seahawk, Firebird

The Shelta Seahawk sun hat uses a stiff brim that won’t fall and block your vision when it’s wet or...

This review photo shows the YETI Trailhead Camp Chair near a river during the testing process by the author.

YETI Trailhead Camp Chair Review

The YETI Trailhead Camp Chair is an ultra-rugged, super comfortable collapsible camping chair. Of course, the YETI Trailhead Camp Chair...

This review photo shows the RTIC Large Tote Bag at the beach.

RTIC Tote Bag Review: ‘Rugged & Ready’

The RTIC Tote Bag is a rugged and affordable do-it-all tote. It’s a great beach bag, a boat bag, and...

This photo shows the YETI Tundra 65 cooler in the Harvest Red color option.

YETI’s New Fall Color Collections Spark Action

Earlier this year, YETI introduced a cool limited edition King Crab Orange color. The tone was similar to a standard...

This review photo shows the author testing a Under Armour UA Iso-Chill Shorebreak Long Sleeve fishing shirt on a sunny beach.

Under Armour UA Iso-Chill Shorebreak Shirts Review

The Under Armour UA Iso-Chill Shorebreak sun-blocking fishing shirts come in two basic versions, with a hoodie and without. They’re...

This review photo shows the Under Armour UA HOVR Dawn WP Boots on a rock during the initial testing phase by the author.

UA HOVR Dawn WP Boots Review

The Under Armour UA HOVR Dawn WP Boots are a lightweight, waterproof backcountry hunting boot with outstanding cushion. To get...

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