The Weekly DT is a weekly tech story from our brother site, DigitalTrends.com. The world does not need another Bluetooth speaker. In fact the inflating Bluetooth speaker bubble we’ve been watching expand over the past few years is about to burst, and, just like the US housing market crash in 2008, there will be many tears and broken dreams. But, if […]

There’s some new running gear on the market and the co-founders of Tracksmith say they’re dedicated to producing highly technical gear that’s stylish while also boosting running’s perception in the public eye. “Running has gone in two directions,” says Matt Taylor. “The first way is that it’s become watered down. There’s an “everyone get’s a […]

The t-shirt is an essential component of any wardrobe, whatever the season. As we prepare to make the transition from wearing this integral piece on it’s own every day to layering it up for fall, we caught up with Nicholas Brooke, t-shirt aficionado and CEO of British label Sunspel, who are principally known for their […]

Today we speak to LookLab founder and Lerer Hippeau Venture’s (a company that invests in early stage technology startups) newest golden boy, Suraj Kapoor. I grew up in London and moved to Manhattan when I was 19 years old. It was a huge move for me. London was relatively quiet and conservative – I grew […]

What is it about an airplane that draws out the most annoying traits in a person? Is it being shoved in a small space in seats that barely recline? Being made to starve while smelling someone’s McDonalds french fries? Retaliation for having just had some stranger peruse your personal items while wearing blue, rubber gloves […]

Every six months the outdoor world – gear designers, retailers, buyers, athletes, and the media – descends on Salt Lake City for a sneak peak of next year’s must have gear. Outdoor Retailer is a whirlwind of top secret product unveilings, gear testing, and sizing up the competition. For the locals, this just means a […]

Whiskey has long been a favorite spirit stateside but never has the drink been as popular as it is today. Myriad states lay claim to at least one distillery and bourbon and American whiskey sales have skyrocketed to $2.4 billion. Much of the whiskey dominance can be attributed to the influx of whiskey bars around […]

Number 288 really hits the mark by combining premium materials, creative design choices, and classic influence on every pair of sneakers they produce.

As we’ve covered extensively, distilling whiskey and moonshine is no longer a regional trade. Sure, there’s nothing like a traditional Kentucky (or even Tennessee) bourbon, but in recent years, brands of high-grade brown spirits have popped up all over the country. That’s why it should be no surprise that Clyde May’s is putting Alabama Whiskey […]

The wait for Porter Robinson’s eagerly anticipated debut album Worlds will soon be over. Releasing via Astralwerks August 12th, the album is a cinematic excursion that blends Porter’s technological prowess with his love of evocative melody. On Worlds Porter declares a beautifully loud-yet-vintage aesthetic that stands in stark contrast to the formulaic club-ready music dominating […]

Impeccably finished and originally designed, Alexander Olch’s collection of fine silk, cashmere, woolen and cotton neckties could be called the holy grail of neckwear. Each necktie in the Manhattan native designer’s irresistible polka dots, classic wool plaids and seersucker fabric, for example, is handmade with a fine slip-stitch, while Olch’s pocket “rounds”, bow ties and […]

There was a time when you had to choose between the sharply modern look of high tech electronics, and the rich, classic aesthetic of vintage audio gear. But now, thanks to speakers like the QuarterWave, a curvy wooden masterpiece with both a rustic look, and convenient wireless streaming, we no longer live in that cruel […]

There’s something about a michelada that makes it the perfect summertime drink. Maybe it’s that wonderful flavor that happens when mixing beer with lime juice, hot sauce, salt, and depending on how it’s made, a host of other ingredients. It’s savory, satisfying, cool and light. That’s why we couldn’t tell you how excited we were […]

As a wood maker Peter Duncan spends his days at his studio in Wilmington, North Carolina crafting gorgeous tables and more for The Wood Studio. Recently Duncan got into the art of carving skateboards from wood. His latest, the Swirl, uses carvings in lieu of grip tape, making for a skateboard that looks just as […]

We are firm believers here at The Manual that some of the best brands out there are the smaller, lesser known brands that stand by the ideas that handmade, American-made products tend to stand the test of time. We’d like to introduce you to a leather goods company – Maxx & Unicorn, or M&U Co. […]

As we mentioned just weeks ago, tailored shirting launches are reaching fever pitch, and we couldn’t be happier. While Twillory just launched online in June, its’ president, Ricardo Goldschmidt’s family has been tied to quality manufacturing since 1892. His family still manufactures shirts for top brands and has offices in Chile, New York and Shanghai. […]