Why You Should Forget Cashmere and Opt for Alpaca Wool Instead
After a three year search for the perfect sweater material to withstand the frigid temperatures and active lifestyle of Michigan's upper peninsula, one writer has finally found it - and it's made from alpaca wool.
9 Hobbies for Men to Try in 2022
We’ve put together a list of potential manly hobbies for your consideration in the coming new year. Some are sports-oriented, others artistic, while still others slant more toward domestic pursuits.
15 Brands that Give Back: Do Good With Your Holiday Gifting
Here's a curated shortlist of brands that give back and companies that offer some of The Manual’s favorite things, from outerwear to fine wine to travel opportunities, while providing a related service to the world.
11 Buzzworthy Podcasts Being Adapted Into TV Shows
The rise in popularity of podcasts has shifted to the small screen. Here are the latest podcasts to be adapted into television shows, along with some rumored up-and-comers, including Lore, 2 Dope Queens, Homecoming, Pod Save America, Welcome to Night Vale, and more.
A Man’s Guide to Tea with Veerinder Chawla
Tea was loved by Sean Connery, Jack Kerouac, Ozzy Osborne, and more. Are you next? Learn what tea to drink, how to prepare tea, and more with Tao of Tea's Veerinder Chawla.
These Mushroom Chips Taste Like Bacon (We’re Not Kidding)
Pig Out! chips are made from mushrooms, but taste like bacon. Welcome to 2018. We spoke with the creator, chef Dave Anderson, to find out more.
Which Workwear is Right For You? Comparing Carhartt, Patagonia, and Filson
Read on to hear about how Filson and Patagonia's workwear lines withstood several days of heavy-lifting, axe-swinging, and brow-wiping labor, and how they compared to the new, improved line from the gold standard of workwear makers, Carhartt.
The 10 Best Adventure Dog Breeds for the Active Outdoorsman
If you’re an adventure lover, you’re looking for a dog who will fit seamlessly into your gear-filled life. Consider the following top ten adventure dog breeds that love exercise, travel and the great outdoors as much as you do.
Milk Barn is the Perfect Catskills Getaway and It Could Be Yours
Built in 1873, Milk Barn sits on 15 private acres and includes two guest houses, three glamping cabanas, a treehouse, and a spring-fed swimming pond. Surrounded by the woolly ridges of the Catskill Mountains, your nearest neighbors will be the silent evergreens and the deer that browse among them.
Lexus Unveils Ridiculously Luxurious LY 650 Yacht
Arriving in late 2019, the LY 650 is the first-ever Lexus production yacht, joining the ranks of other car and yacht manufacturer collabs. Check out this stunning soon-to-be-built yacht with a first look at the interior and exterior.
Wolverine Partners with Mike Rowe on New Boot Supporting American Workers
Mike Rowe has created a limited-edition version of the Wolverine 1000 Mile Boot that pays homage to the masons, carpenters, and other workers. One-hundred percent of all sales will be donated to the mikeroweWORKS Foundation, a non-profit helps train people for skilled jobs.
Logrolling Is the Historic Sport that Should Be Your New Fitness Obsession
Looking for a new lifestyle sport that combines dexterity, cardio, and core strength with a totally authentic machismo factor? If so, time to pull out your granddad’s Stormy Kromer cap, find yourself a pair of spike-soled shoes, and get (re)acquainted with logrolling.
Don’t Have a Cow, Man, with the ASOS x The Simpsons Collection
With styles inspired by 90’s party culture and the longest-running prime-time scripted show in television history, the ASOS x The Simpsons collection features more than 30 pieces of streetwear styles available in menswear, womenswear, and unisex.
Behind-the-Scenes at Van Dam Custom Boats’ Workshop and Design Studio
Most boat companies use assembly lines and subcontracting to get all the parts needed to build their boats, but Van Dam Custom Boats' project teams build one at a time, all from scratch, all by hand. We took a tour of the factory in Michigan to get a sense of what it takes to build these unique boats.
Channeling Hemingway’s Last Road Trip Through the New Buick Regal Avenir
Times do indeed change, but here are two things that never do: the call of the American road trip and a thoughtfully designed vehicle to take it in. We indulged in both while spinning through Michigan's wooded Charlevoix county, where we were treated to a first look at the new Buick Regal Avenir.
Patagonia X Danner Introduce the Last Fishing Boot You’ll Ever Buy in First-Ever Collab
For their first ever collaboration, Patagonia X Danner have released a designed by Patagonia and built by Danner pair of wading boots--the only fishing boots you'll ever need to buy.
This Sprawling Irish Estate Puts the ‘Man’ Into Mansion with Its Own Go-Kart Track
Combining all the best features of a medieval baron’s castle and a modern man-cave, this five-bedroom, four-bathroom, 6,900-square-foot home in the appropriately named county of Moneymore features ... well, everything you want.
This James Bond-Esque Water Taxi Could Be the Future of Transportation
Leave it to the French to ensure that the future of clean energy is not only functional but stylish. Introducing the Bubble Taxi, an elegant, environmentally friendly transportation solution designed to help cities flow. If the Corvette-esque lines make you think of James Bond, well, that’s by design.
4 Tower Fans for Keeping It Cool This Summer
Tower fans get a bad rap. Sure, they're often not very attractive and sometimes can be unwieldy (and maybe a bit noisy), but the best tower fans on the market fix all that while looking good at the same time. Take a look and chill out.
The Frank Lloyd Wright-Designed House from ‘Blade Runner’ is For Sale and We Want It
Officially, it’s known as the Ennis House. But you probably know it better as the apartment of one Rick Deckard, hard-boiled protagonist of Ridley Scott's 1982 noir/sci-fi film Blade Runner. And — hold onto your hats — it’s for sale.
Land of the Midnight Sun: Where the Sun Never Sets in the Summer
The midnight sun. It sounds like the title of a Hemingway novel or a Chuck Norris movie from the '80s. In actuality, it refers to the phenomenon of being able to see the sun at midnight in either the Arctic or Antarctic Circles. Here are the best places to witness the midnight sun during the summer.
Suit Up for the ‘Top Gun’ Sequel with the Original Film’s Iconic Bomber Jacket
The 'Top Gun' sequel is giving us all a chance to rediscover our love of the original 1986 film …or, at the very least, to rediscover how good we look in a leather bomber jacket. Cockpit USA has released a fresh line of Top Gun-inspired apparel and accessories
How Permethrin-Treated Clothing Repels Ticks, Mosquitoes, and Other Bugs
Big-named outdoor outfitters like L.L. Bean, Duluth Trading Company, and Ex Officio have launched a line of insect-repellent outdoor wear — shirts, pants, socks, and hoodies — treated with permethrin, a substance that is basically a nerve agent for bugs.
Zippo on Screen: Marvel’s Propmaster Talks Lighters, Heroism, and Props
Already an icon in and of itself, the Zippo lighter has featured in over 2000 movie plots over the past century, often serving as a fulcrum of the action. Marvel's Propmaster, Russell Bobbitt sits down to talk lighters, heroism in the movies, and the thought that goes into each film prop.
This Michigan Peninsula is the Midwest’s Secret Mountain Biking Mecca
If you love mountain biking, plan a trip to the Fresh Coast. With some of the world's greatest mountain bike trail systems, pristine natural surroundings, and no crowds (yet!), the Keweenaw Peninsula has everything you could want for an unforgettable, action-packed adventure.
Backcountry Hut Company Can Build You a Tiny Cabin Anywhere
Alternative housing options are being considered by more and more people as they attempt to reduce costs, live simpler, and put more focus on what surrounds their home. One of the best companies we've seen in this housing niche is Vancouver's Backcountry Hut Company.
5 Hotels That Would Suit James Bond Like a Well-Shaken Martini
If 007 marathons aren't doing it for you like they used to, maybe it's time to take the next step and book a trip to one of these five hotels worthy of James Bond.
When Will We Finally Have Fully Autonomous Self-Driving Cars?
Proving safety is a sticky issue when it comes to self-driving vehicles. The only way to demonstrate the superior safety of self-driving cars is to get more of them on the road. And that's the tricky part. So when are will we finally have fully autonomous vehicles?
Fun Weed Facts from the 2018 Cannabis Price Index
Compiled by German hydroponics company Seedo, the Cannabis Price Index compares the average price per gram of marijuana in 120 international cities. Fun fact: If New York City legalized and taxed weed, then we could pay for three month's worth of lunch for every public school kid.
This A-Frame Home Offers Stylish Cabin Living in a Kit
Avrame has paired the iconic A-fram design with the compact simplicity of the tiny house. Designed for people who value their freedom but still want a place to call home, these made-to-order assembly kits offers a unique vision of how to dwell simply.
Tepui Rooftop Tents Wants to Help Fund Your Next Camping Trip
Tepui, a badass company that makes even more badass rooftop tents, wants to give you money. Enter the Endless Adventure content for your chance to win $2,000-$4,000 and some sweet gear to use on the trip of a lifetime.
Adventure Meets Luxury in the All-New 2018 Buick Regal TourX
We got the chance to drive Buick’s fresh-off-the-line 2018 Regal TourX in the beautiful red rock palace that is Sedona, Arizona. What is this vehicle, exactly? A luxury wagon? A featherweight SUV? Who cares? We're in love.
Meet Your Next Camp Lantern: The Solar-Powered, Extremely Portable Biolite SunLight
After bringing outdoor enthusiasts a fire-powered camp kettle, USB charger, and pizza oven, BioLite has fixed its sights upon harnessing the power of the sun with its latest offering: the solar-powered Biolite SunLight.
Everything You Need to Know About January’s Super Blue Blood Moon
Set a reminder for the super blue blood moon eclipse on January 31. This apocalyptic-sounding event is a confluence of several different lunar phenomena in one event.
5 Super Bowl-Worthy TVs that Make Watching the Big Game Better
The big game is nearly here. Is your living ready? Here are some of the best televisions and TV deals to check out before Super Bowl LII.
The CamelBak PURSUIT Series is Like Summer Camp for Adults — Here’s the 2018 Lineup
The Outbound Collective announced the dates and locations for this year's CamelBak Pursuit Series, which is like summer camp for adults.
Table Pong Casually Turns Your Living Room into an Arcade
Table Pong is a coffee table that also functions as a music player, a charging station, a clock, and — oh, almost forgot! — an Atari Pong game.
Don’t Be a Tourist, Be a Traveler with Cohica, the Experiential Travel Planning Service
Cohica Travel Founder, Megan Hardesty, talks experiential travel, her favorite itineraries, and how to be a traveler and not a tourist.
7 Best Lodges to Ring in the New Year
Looking to get out of town for New Year's Eve? We rounded up the best lodges in North America for the occasion — all you have to do is reserve and relax.
Applegate’s ‘Bacon Express’ is like an Ice Cream Truck … but for Bacon
If you're a good boy on the East Coast, you can find an Applegate food truck dispensing “Season’s Meatings” with a panoply of bacon-inflected treats.
Meet Escape Pod, the Perfectly Minimalist (and British) Backyard Getaway
The escape pod is exactly the sort of thing you’d expect from a team whose credits include boat restoration, Quaker furniture, & treehouse engineering.