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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

Best Zip-Front Fishing Waders

This photo shows the zipper on the Patagonia Rio Gallegos Zip-Front Waders.

We never hear fly fishers complain about having zip-front waders: Basically, once they invest in waders with waterproof zippers, they...

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Sage Foundation Fly Rod and Reel Outfit Review

This image shows the Sage Foundation Outfit on a rock near a stream.

While Sage makes many high-end fly rods and reels, the company out of Bainbridge Island, Washington technically offers only one...

Best Tall & Slim Fit Down Jackets

This image shows several down jackets, including an XL Tall Eddie Bauer DownLight StormDown Jacket.

If you’re tall or slim and want a slim fit down jacket that actually fits, you have a handful of...

Fly Fishing Gear

Smith Creek Rig Keeper Dropper Rig System Review

This photo shows the Smith Creek Rig Keeper fly fishing accessory on a rock.

I’ve started looking for ways to save time on the water when I’m fly fishing so I can maximize my...

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Cabela’s Rogue Fly Rod Review

This photo shows the Cabela's Rogue Fly Rod on a rock near a creek.

Cabela’s is proud of its new Rogue fly rod — and for good reason: The Cabela’s Rogue is a great...

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21 Best Fly Fishing Sling Packs

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The best fly fishing sling packs are purpose-built for fly fishing gear. They should have built-in connections and ports for...

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Redington VICE Fly Rod and Reel Combo Review

This photo shows a close up of the Redington VICE Combo, including the VICE fly fishing rod and i.D reel.

Redington produces excellent entry-level and midrange fly fishing rods and reels — on any given river in America, there’s a...

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Redington Sonic-Pro HD Wader Review: First Look

This image shows the Redington Sonic-Pro HD Wader with the Redington Prowler Wading Boot on a white background.

The Redington Sonic-Pro HD Wader is one of the best fishing waders available. It boasts a durable 4-layer waterproof-breathable construction with...

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