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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 photo shows a closeup of the REI Co-op Stormhenge 850 Down Jacket men's version.

REI Co-op Stormhenge 850 Down Jacket Review

The REI Co-op Stormhenge 850 Down Jacket is a thick and durable down jacket with a waterproof nylon shell and...

This photo shows the Vvolt Sirius ebike outside near a stream.

Vvolt Now Shipping Four New eBikes Direct to Consumers

The electric bike market is heating up — and it’s getting more budget-friendly and delivery-friendly: Vvolt is now shipping four...

This camping stocking stuffer gift photo shows a waterproof match kit.

20 Camping Stocking Stuffer Gifts Under $20

When you think about camping, it’s sometimes hard to imagine camping stocking stuffer gifts. After all, tents, sleeping bags, and...

This photo shows the author wearing the Showers Pass Apex DWR 12" Shorts on a mountain biking ride.

Showers Pass Apex DWR 12″ Shorts Review

The Showers Pass Apex DWR 12″ Shorts are an all-around cycling short for mountain bikers and gravel riders who want...

This review photo shows the Maven B.6 Binocular in the 12x50 configuration outside on a mountain top during the testing process.

Maven B.6 Binocular Review: 10-12×50

The new Maven B.6 binoculars come in two options: 10×50 and 12×50. With the large 50mm objective lens, the B.6...

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25 Best Camping Cots for 2022

As you look forward to the upcoming 2022 camping season, one of the best ways you can upgrade your tent...

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75 Camping Gifts for Campers & Outdoor Fanatics

Finding the best gifts for campers in 2021 might seem hard at first — after all, camping fanatics have much...

This best bowhunting gift photo shows a bowhunter standing with a hunting bow on a ridge overlooking a lake.

25 Best Gifts for Bowhunters

Finding the best gifts for bowhunters in 2021 might seem hard at first — after all, bowhunting fanatics have much...

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