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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.

Field Report: SJK Carbine 2500 Backpack Review

sjk slumberjack backpack

I had been toying with the idea of buying a new hunting pack, but I hadn’t had time to get...

Fly Fishing Gear The Experience

The Best Trout Flies: Ants!

best trout fly ant

When I was younger, I spent an undue amount of time trying to match the hatch, and I’ve had success...

Backpacking Gear

The Ultimate Backpacking Gear List

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When it comes time to pack for a backpacking trip, it’s hard to know what gear to take — or...

Hunting The Experience

Learning to Bow Hunt: First Elk with a Bow

first elk bow hunting

My buddy Mike grew up bow hunting for elk. He and his dad hunted together many years, and he shared...

Olympus TG-4 Review: Rugged & Fast

tg4 review

The 16 megapixel Olympus Stylus TG-4 Tough waterproof camera is one of the best waterproof camera options available in 2016. Is it...

Catalyst iPhone 6 Waterproof Case Review: Rugged and Ready

catalyst lifestyle waterproof case

When I step off the beaten path, I usually end up taking my iPhone. Sometimes it’s there for emergencies, but...

Review: Plano Parallel Limb Hard Bow Case

plano parallel bow case review

Right after you acquire your first bow, you’re going to realize that you’re missing something: a case. If your new...

Backpacking The Experience

How to Get Started Backpacking

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[column size=two_third position=first ] The best way to get started backpacking is by learning from an experienced friend — that’s...

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