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Nutrition for Athletes: The Feed
So this is your summer you’ve finally decided to get off the couch and get ready for that trail marathon, triathlon, or GORUCK Challenge. The lynchpin of any good training regimen isn’t the time you spend pounding the pavement or under a heavy pack, it’s finding that perfect balance of race day and recovery nutrition […] -
Feel Good Friday – O2X Summit Challenge
Obstacle course races are huge these days and a lot of us are getting tired of the gimmicks (no thank you cage crawl). They also use a whole lot of natural resources – water for mud pits and ice pools, fuel for transporting in materials for their obstacles, electricity for crazy electrocution gauntlets. Enter the O2X […] -
ARES: Savile Row of the automotive industry
Wolf Zimmermannn is one of my automotive heroes. I admire the man not for his six-foot-six-inch stature, his position as former Mercedes-Benz AMG COO, or his Die Hard-esque super-villain name. No, I hold Zimmermann in high regard for the antics he pulled in the halls of AMG. According to a former co-worker, Zimmermann regularly broke […] -
The Beardbrand Explorer’s Kit
The calendar officially says that it’s summer and we know your immediate future is full of travel plans. Whether it’s a wedding weekend, a beach getaway or a vacation abroad, you’re going to be on the move over the next few months. But being constantly en route can be hard on your hygiene—especially if you […] -
Nike Roshe Run Mercurial and Magista
Have you got a serious case of World Cup fever? Whether you’re rooting for the Yanks or the Flying Dutchmen, they all wear the same soccer cleats. Inspired by the speed and power of the Nike Mercurial Superfly and Magista boots, the sneaker collections of the same name take colors and technology from the very best […] -
Stay high and dry within Wale’s luxurious Red Kite Tree Tent
While you could meander the cobblestone streets of Vatican City or the Louvre, the Red Kite Tree Tents offers a suspended stay. -
The Manual Makeover Contest!
Are you not looking your most dapper at the office these days? Are the girls giving you the once over and not approving? It may be time for a makeover. And today just may be your lucky day. We have partnered with some of our favorite brands to offer a suit to shoe makeover for […] -
Faces by The Sartorialist
Have you ever paid much attention to the type of eyeglasses worn by others and what their choice says about their personality? The Sartorialist founder and photographer Scott Schuman has. Trendy frames and the eyes behind them inspired him to create a new project called “Faces by the Sartorialist.” Schuman captures images of intriguing and […] -
WHAT’S IN YOUR BAG – July 4th
With the Fourth of July only about a week away, we thought we’d give your packing a kick start. Be it the beach or pool, country or city trip planned, The Manual wanted to get your long weekend stated off right. Here are a few key pieces to motivate your packing process. #packingideas BAGS Amos […] -
The Manual Wind: De Bethune DB28 MaxiChrono
Luxury watch brands are often defined by their annual production, use of materials, and obscurity. One brand that embodies the definition of luxury watch is De Bethune. This small Swiss brand started in 2002 by a passionate watch collector, David Zanetta, and a fourth generation watchmaker, David Flageollet, has redefined the modern luxury watch. Combining […] -
Worn Out Wednesday – Jonathan Evans
This week we speak to Jonathan Evans, Fashion Director of EastDane.com. Here is what we learned: Houston Texas native Jonathan Evans started his career at a boutique media and marketing agency in New York, working with everyone from Columbia University to British Airways. In 2011, Jonathan started working at Gilt Groupe as a copywriter and […] -
Q&A With Jason Mandler of Jason Scott
There’s a new kid on the block and he’s all about the fit. We interviewed the new designer Jason Scott to talk about his history with fashion and where he see’s his brand in five years. Jason Scott offers a full range of men’s ready-to-wear with even plans for a women’s collection in the near future as well as […] -
Stout & Sriracha BBQ Sauce
Yup, you read that right: stout, sriracha, BBQ sauce. Three of your favorite things all rolled into one delicious sauce you can slather generously on a rack of ribs. Even if you’re typically more fond of dry seasonings on your meat, this concoction will get you singing the praises of sauce. The sriracha provides just the […] -
Sock Hop NY: The New Favorite in Your Closet
When Strokes guitarist Albert Hammond Jr. hit David Letterman’s stage in October 2013 to promote his solo album, he donned a favorite black short-sleeved shirt—a custom designed number by Sock Hop NY. “It speaks of confidence,” says Vince Nasserbakht who is one of the owners of this family run business. “You want to feel confident […] -
Cocktail Alternatives for the Lime Shortage
If you haven’t noticed, we’re going through a bit of a lime crisis right now. Because of a shortage in Mexico, prices of the citrus fruit have soared in recent months. Just walk into most delis, and you’ll see a plethora of lemons but probably only a few sad, shriveled limes. And even though we’re […]
