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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.

Columbia Drainmaker IV Review: ‘Awesome Grip’

This photo shows the Columbia Drainmaker IV water shoe on beach getting hit by a small wave.

The Columbia Drainmaker IV is a great all-around water shoe capable of handling a wide variety of water sports and...

Backpacking Gear

REI Co-op Half Dome 4 Plus Tent Review: ‘Versatile’

This photo shows the REI Co-op Half Dome 4 Plus Tent with one door open.

The newly updated REI Co-op Half Dome 4 Plus Tent is a 4-person dome tent that flirts between a backpacking...

MSR WindBurner Stove System Combo Review

This photo shows the MSR WindBurner Stove System Combo outside near a mountain river.

The MSR WindBurner Stove System Combo pairs the MSR WindBurner stove with a sauce pot and a ceramic skillet. The...

REI Co-op Kingdom 8 Tent Review

This photo shows the REI Co-op Kingdom 8 Tent setup for camping.

The REI Co-op Kingdom 8 Tent is a high-quality, large and roomy family camping tent. It’s packed with features, including...

Darn Tough Wool Socks Review: Best Outdoor Socks

This Darn Tough sock review photo shows the Darn Tough Hiker Boot Sock Full Cushion Sock being worn by a hiker.

Merino wool socks are the best socks for hiking, backpacking, hunting, fishing and pretty much everything active outdoors — and...

Backpacking Gear

Feathered Friends Flicker 20 Down Quilt Sleeping Bag Review

This image shows the Feathered Friends Flicker 20 Nano Down Quilt Sleeping Bag in the Eagle Cap Wilderness area.

The Feathered Friends Flicker 20 Down Quilt Sleeping Bag is one of the best, most versatile ultralight sleeping bags for...

Fly Fishing Gear

Umpqua Tongass 650 Waterproof Waist Pack Review

This photo shows a fly fisherman wading in a river while wearing the Umpqua Tongass 650 Waterproof Waist Pack.

The Umpqua Tongass 650 Waterproof Waist Pack is a feature-packed waterproof waist pack for fly fishing. Unlike most waterproof waist...

Backpacking Gear

Therm-a-Rest Parsec 20 Down Sleeping Bag Review

This photo shows the Therm-a-Rest Parsec 20 sleeping bag near a mountain lake.

The new Therm-a-Rest Parsec 20 Sleeping Bag is an ultralight down sleeping bag that boasts fluffy 800-fill power Nikwax Hydrophobic...

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