The calendar has turned to September, which sadly means that the summer is more or less over. While we know that might make you sad, there’s plenty to be excited about this month. For starters, September is National Bourbon Heritage Month! That’s right, back in 2007 the U.S. Senate passed a bill declaring September to […]

The Man Upstairs sees psychedelic troubadour Robyn Hitchcock uniting with legendary producer Joe Boyd (Nick Drake, Fairport Convention, R.E.M.) for one of the most unique outings of his already quite distinctive career. The album – which arrives just one short year after 2013’s acclaimed Love From London – sees the British singer/songwriter musing on mortality, […]

Fact: your baseball cap collection could do with a boost. We know this because if you’re part of the majority, you’ve worn your collection threadbare and there are fewer things we’d part with than our trusted five-panels. Like all things, however, baseball caps do age and there comes a time when a gent needs to […]

If you’re a music lover with a penchant for collecting pieces from the past, there’s a good chance that the current resurgence of vinyl has set the stage for your next great obsession. However, while you can hardly go online these days without stumbling on heaps of modern stereo components that look as good as they […]

Norse Hutchens knows all about home brewing. Based in Tampa, Florida, Hutchens deconstructs what’s in our favorite libations — beer, wine, and mead — and creates kits so that those who want to give home brewing a try can purchase on his Etsy storefront Sundry Brew. Hutchens recently explored what goes in to making sake. […]

When it comes to finding the perfect pair of sunglasses, it’s difficult to find a pair that fuses style, American ingenuity and quality Italian design. Brian Francis and Gene Whitner Milner III realized there was a gap in this sector of the sunglasses market they decided to do something about it and create their own […]

“I think there’s a lot of romance in working with your hands,” Anthony Lupesco, Shockoe Denim founder and designer, said.  “I don’t think there’s anyway to avoid imbuing the craftsman’s personality. We see that as being the artful piece of making a pair of clothes, the person is touching it.” We here at The Manual […]

Initially, you may wonder how a premier reciprocal travel club for luxury second homeowners could be connected to anything remotely philanthropic, but you’re gonna wanna hear us out. Giles Adams, partner and president of 3RD Home, is a true advocate of charitable acts that exist outside the box. We caught up with him to find […]

Being met curbside at the airport by a Lamborghini has to be one of the greatest moments of my life. As I walked out of the baggage claim area of SFO two weeks ago, I found a bright orange Aventador waiting for me. The driver’s door lifted, people started to stare, and I just had […]

Shelter on the open road isn't always the easiest to come by. Thankfully, Topeak's bicycle-centric tent offers ample protection without unwanted weight.

A man’s wallet and bag say a lot about his taste and sensibilities. If you’re looking for a new way to carry your bacon, or just for a new bag to make your weekend getaway, look no further than Bryer Leather. San Diego-native Thomas Brierton is the creative genius behind Bryer’s handcrafted accessories. He has […]

Grooming is an essential part of every guy’s daily routine (or at least it should be). Anthony Sosnick has always been good to our skin, and now things are about to get even better. If you like Anthony Logistics, you’ll love taking it up a notch with Anthony’s High Performance Line. The line includes three […]

The last unofficial weekend of summer is upon us.  So The Manual has pulled some great options to wear, no matter if you spend it stay-cationing or going out of town. Labor Day weekend is here. L.L. Bean – A durable tote that pairs camo, color and great leather details.  Canvas with a water-repellent red […]

Today we speak to the fantastically creative graphic designer Jay Fletcher (and have peppered his work through this interview): Originally from Enfield, Connecticut, Jay went to art school at CCAD – the Columbus College of Art & Design – in Columbus, Ohio where he majored in illustration. Fletcher wanted to make my way to Charleston, […]

When you’re forty miles into an all day ride, the first thing on your mind should be where your next set of calories are coming from, not if you’re in danger of going unnoticed by drivers on the road. However, you can’t always ride completely decked out in neon safety colors and reflective tape, so […]

Thrill-seekers take note: there’s a new way to stare death in the eye. It’s called crocodile cage diving, and right now there are only three places on Earth where you can do it. It involves suiting up in scuba gear and jumping into an ice-cold pool that’s home to the king of the reptiles. And. […]