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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.

Fly Fishing Gear

Orvis Recon Review: Long-Term Update

Orvis Recon Fly Rod Outfit on rocks near a trout fishing river in Idaho.

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

Gear The Experience

Traeger Pro 575 Pellet Grill Review

Pork loin cooking on Traeger Pro 575 Pellet Grill during the review process.

The Traeger Pro 575 Pellet Grill is one of the most popular pellet grills in America and for good reason. It’s...

Weber Go-Anywhere Gas Grill Review: My Experience

Weber Go Anywhere Gas Grill with grilled steak and corn on the cob.

The Weber Go-Anywhere Gas Grill is my favorite portable grill. Why? It offers an astounding blend of usability with quality...

Bass Pro Shops Eclipse Refuge Screen House Review

This testing and review photo shows the Bass Pro Shops Eclipse Refuge Screen House being used while camping.

The Bass Pro Shops Eclipse Refuge Screen House is a large but very portable screen house shelter. It’s great for...

Hot New Outdoor Gifts for Father’s Day

Man sitting in a camp chair in an off-grid camping location with a dog.

If your dad is an outdoorsman, there are lots of great outdoor gifts for Father’s Day to go with his...

YETI Panga Waterproof Duffel Long-Term Review: Indestructible

This photo shows the YETI Panga 100L Waterproof Duffel bag near a river.

The YETI Panga 100L Waterproof Duffel is a large, rugged, expedition-ready duffel bag that comes with removable backpack straps. To...

Backpacking Gear

Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Review: Long-Term Report

Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Insulated Air Mat inflated on a rocky shoreline near a mountain river.

The Sea to Summit Ether Light XT Insulated Air Sleeping Mat does an outstanding job of blending weight, insulation and...

Eureka! Copper Canyon LX Tent Review: My Experience

Eureka Copper Canyon LX 6 Person Tent

The Eureka! Copper Canyon LX Tent is a tall and roomy cabin-style tent that’s great for spring, summer and fall...

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