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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 Ultralight Convertible Waders Review

This photo shows a cutthroat trout caught by a fisherman wearing the men's Orvis Ultralight Convertible Waders.

The Orvis Ultralight Convertible Waders are part of Orvis’ new Ultralight Wading System, which is aimed at travelers and adventurous...

Gear

SEVENTY2 Survival System Emergency Kit Review

This photo shows the SEVENTY2 Survival System on a sandy beach.

The SEVENTY2 Survival System is a 72-hour survival kit packaged up in a waterproof backpack go-bag. Each tool and component...

Fly Fishing Gear

Korkers Triple Threat Aluminum Hex Sole Review

This photo shows the Korkers Triple Threat Aluminum Hex Disc Soles next to a river.

The Korkers Triple Threat Aluminum Hex Soles use six-sided hexagon aluminum discs instead of sharp-tipped spikes to deliver traction on...

Backpacking Gear

35 Best Gifts for Backpackers

We’re here to help you find the best gifts for backpackers. A lot of backpackers like to upgrade one major...

Backpacking Gear

10 Stocking Stuffers for Backpackers

Backpackers need high quality, reliable equipment in lightweight, small packages, which makes stocking stuffers for backpackers such cool gift ideas...

Camping Gear

Grizzly Kenai 45 Cooler Review

This photo shows the Grizzly Kenai 45 cooler on a river bank.

The Grizzly Kenai 45 is a new high-quality rotomolded hard-sided cooler that’s made in America. The 45-quart design is large...

Fly Fishing Gear

Redington Prowler Felt vs Sticky Rubber Wading Boots Review

This photos shows the Redington Prowler Sticky Rubber Wading Boots next to the Redington Prowler Felt Wading Boots.

The Redington Prowler Felt Wading Boots offer outstanding grip on slick rocks. They’re comfortable and supportive yet surprisingly lightweight. Note:...

Backpacking Gear

Big Agnes Fly Creek HV2 Platinum Tent Review

This photo shows the Big Agnes Fly Creek HV2 Platinum Tent set up near a mountain lake.

The Big Agnes Fly Creek HV2 Platinum is a super ultralight 2-person backpacking tent with a mind-blowing trail weight of...

Is the Exped Mega Pump Worth Buying?

Exped MegaMat Review: Ridiculously Comfortable 2 Years Later

REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair Review

REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair Review

Black Diamond Spot 400 Headlamp Review

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

Is the Exped Mega Pump Worth Buying?

Exped MegaMat Review: Ridiculously Comfortable 2 Years Later

REI Co-op Flexlite Camp Boss Chair Review

Lightweight Wading Boots: My Favorites and Why

Orvis Clearwater Combo Review: Long-Term Update

Orvis Recon Review: Long-Term Update

Black Diamond Storm 500-R Headlamp Review

Petzl Aria 2 RGB Headlamp Review

10 Best Headlamps for Hunting 2024: Tested and Compared

Leki Helicon Lite Ski Poles Review: Great Versatility

Hestra Army Leather Heli Ski Mitt Review

The Best Stio Holiday Sale Deals 2023

Shelta Hats Review and Comparison, Long-Term Update

Excellent All-Around iSUP: ISLE Pioneer 3 Review

ISLE Intros 3rd Generation Pioneer and Explorer iSUPs for 2024

How to Make Your Traeger Pro 575 Produce More Smoke

Traeger Pro 575 Pellet Grill Review

BlendJet 2 Portable Blender Review: ‘Surprisingly Handy’

Gear

Orvis Ultralight Convertible Waders Review

SEVENTY2 Survival System Emergency Kit Review

Korkers Triple Threat Aluminum Hex Sole Review

35 Best Gifts for Backpackers

10 Stocking Stuffers for Backpackers

Grizzly Kenai 45 Cooler Review

Redington Prowler Felt vs Sticky Rubber Wading Boots Review

Big Agnes Fly Creek HV2 Platinum Tent Review