What’s better than great skin? Getting great skin for free. The Manual is pleased to announce our first giveaway. 10 lucky readers will win the latest product from LAB Series new The PRO LS line.  It’s an all-in-one face treatment that targets every guy’s problem areas. The formula soothes irritated and blotchy skin, moisturizes and […]

In his State of the Union address in February, President Obama said 3D printing “has the potential to revolutionize the way we make almost everything.” Thanks to 3D printer manufacturer MakerBot, the future of the innovative technology looks bright. The Brooklyn-based company has come a long way since releasing its first product, the Cupcake CNC […]

Cool facts about Queens, New York: It is the most ethnically diverse urban area in the world. Queens is packed with attractions including Flushing Meadows Park, Aqueduct Racetrack, Silvercup Studios and was established in 1683. On December 8th the first microbrewery to open in Queens since prohibition opened its doors. Yes, we know – a […]

If you couldn’t tell from our previous posts in the fashion section, we’ve got a soft spot for watches. Ever since cell phones happened, it seems that watchmakers have become more concerned with style and aesthetics than pure utility. The device that once straddled the line between fashion and function has increasingly drifted toward the […]

It’s safe to say we are all ready for spring to arrive as cold temperatures continue to consume us during this grey month of March. But our minds are already living in warmer weather, so it’s only natural to prepare for the equinox. Maybe you’re craving light liquors rather than dark, shopping for thinner jackets […]

It’s about that time to head down to America’s favorite music throw down, SXSW. The event involves a lot of running around, food trucks and most likely a hot down and dirty dance-a-thon. To be sure you have what you need, The Manual has provided some essentials we bring to make the trip a breeze […]

With blue appearing to dominate the fast approaching Spring skies, grey clouds seem to have influenced men’s accessories in a major way.  GBX What is it about grey shoes? Make that, a grey French wool shoe with contrasting laces. With great texture and matching soles, the ‘Brasser’ is made for misadventure.  Dressed-up or dressed down, […]

You know him as the pilot who safely landed a disabled US Airways Flight 1549 in the Hudson River in 2009 after it struck a flock of geese, saving the lives of 155 passengers and crew members on board. Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger is an American hero, retired airline captain, aviation safety expert and best-selling author. […]

In 2011, Chef Michael Tusk was the recipient of the James Beard Award for “Best Chef—Pacific.” This award was given to Michael due to the excellence of his restaurant Quince, a San Francisco staple since 2003. However, in 2010, Michael opened his second restaurant, Cotonga, which celebrated his love of rustic Italian cuisine and has […]

How many of your favorite shirts have you lost to a crusty, yellow stain that has mysteriously formed on its underarm? Worse—how many times have you seriously debated with yourself the point at which said stain would render your polo, tee-shirt or oxford too unsightly to wear? The crusty, yellow rash of shirt death is […]

Right smack in the middle of Portland’s Hawthorne District, at the foothills of a dormant volcano, there is a portal. It won’t take you to some exotic place in the far reaches of outer space, but where you’ll go is just as cool. Step into one, and within an hour you can reach the deepest […]

Spring is rapidly approaching, which means that the weather will be warmer and there will be plenty of opportunities to travel; whether its back-packing through Europe, hiking and camping in the Rockies, or taking a scenic day trip through the Shenandoah Valley. No matter the excursion, the common and most essential element is a solid […]

When Yves Behar was presented with the challenge “to create a design that would be accepted by motorcycle enthusiasts while also being immediately recognizable as a vehicle fueled by alternative energy,” he designed the Mission One EV Sport Bike, revolutionizing the way motorcycles run. The Swiss-born, California-based industrial designer stripped away traditional components like the […]

Watches are a big accessory for men these days, as we have previously reported. But many are way  over our budget limitations. When we discovered Daniel Wellington we were stoked to find something so classic and cool but figured they would be in the baller  price range. When the sales associate told us they range […]

If you’re a fan of Top Chef, you know Richard Blais as a season four contestant and winner of the 2011 All-Stars season. But did you realize the chef-owner of Flip Burger Boutique, The Spence and HD1 began his cooking career at a Long Island McDonald’s? “Growing up in a lower-middle-class family made me humble,” […]

If you don’t count mountain climbing, snowsports like skiing and snowboarding are probably the most gear-heavy hobbies you can have. You’ve got boards, skis, poles, boots, socks, pants, gloves, hats, helmets, and goggles – and if you’re unfortunate enough to forget any one of these items before you head up to the hill, you’re screwed. […]