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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.

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YETI Hopper Flip 18 Soft Cooler Review

A YETI Hopper Flip 28 Soft Cooler on a rocky lake shore.

The YETI Hopper Flip 18 has the best carry handle, a proven build quality, great ice retention, a superior waterproof...

RTIC Ultra-Tough Soft Cooler Review: Long-Term Experience

The RTIC 30-can and 20-can Ultra-Tough Soft Cooler side-by-side on an iSUP paddleboard on a beach near water.

The RTIC Ultra-Tough Soft Cooler is a rugged, thickly insulated cooler that comes in three size options, giving you just...

Gear Water Sports

Retrospec Siesta Dock Inflatable Platform Review

Retrospec Siesta Dock XL Inflatable Platform 10' floating on a mountain lake with an anchor rope attached.

The square-shaped Retrospec Siesta Dock comes in 7′ or 10′ versions. I tested the larger Siesta Dock XL option, and...

Backpacking Camping Gear

Letter to a Friend to Help Choose the Best Sleeping Pad Right Now

Big Agnes Divide Insulated Sleeping Pad horizontal orientation.

I recently received a plea for help from a friend who bought a sleeping pad for her son, who said...

RTIC Outback Jug Review: ‘We Crave Cold Water’

A 1-gallon RTIC Outback Jug in stainless steel next to a white 1/2 gallon RTIC Outback Jug on a paddle board on a beach near a river.

The ceramic-lined RTIC Outback Jug is better than stainless steel at eliminating metallic taste or long-term interactions with flavored liquids....

Gear Water Sports

BOTE WULF Aero Review: Best Beginner iSUP

An inflated BOTE WULF Aero 11'4" iSUP floating on an Idaho lake during testing.

The BOTE WULF Aero inflatable standup paddleboard is one of the most beginner-friendly iSUPs I’ve tested. It floats high and...

RTIC Everyday Insulated Tote Bag Review: ‘Light & Versatile’

RTIC Everyday Insulted Tote Bag with the top open showing food inside.

The RTIC Everyday Insulated Tote Bag is one of the most affordable, well-built, and versatile tote bags I’ve used. It’s...

L.L.Bean Acadia Tent Review: ‘Awesome Door’

Acadia 6 Tent pitched in a sunny meadow.

The L.L.Bean Acadia Tent is a cabin-style family camping tent that’s available in 4-, 6- or 8-person options. Its most...

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