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Watch the Story of Ramon Navarro, Professional Surfer Turned Activist

The Fisherman’s Son -- a short documentary produced by Patagonia -- tells the story of Ramon Navarro, a Chilean surfer turned environmental activist.
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Halibut: Healthy, Delicious, and Ridiculously Easy to Cook

Of all the fish out there, halibut is one of the most popular and delicious. Check out this post to learn how to cook halibut.
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How Long Should a Tie Be? (and Other Tie Rules)

The high pants, high tie look may have worked for Jimmy Stewart, but you don’t really see it much anymore. So how long should a tie be, exactly?
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How to Set Up an Intoxicating Home Bar

Need help stocking a home bar? This guide can help you achieve an intoxicating home bar without breaking the bank.
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Homeless dog makeovers is a thing and we love it

Wahl and the Greater Good Foundation are teaming up to supply pet shelters with thousands of bottles of shampoo and all kinds of grooming supplies.
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Help Clean Up the Planet While Getting Filthy Drunk

United By Blue and Klean Kanteen have recently teamed up to create a new line of pint cups and other high-quality stainless steel products.
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Everlane’s “Radical Transparency” Shines a Light on the Garment Industry

Everlane, an online clothing retailer, makes clothes shopping much less of a pain -- and not just in terms of price.
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Twillory Releases New Dress Shirts for the Non-Iron Man

Twillory just released "SafeCotton," a revolutionary new type of chemical treatment for non-iron dress shirts. SafeCotton doesn’t have any of the harmful effects of formaldehyde.
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Feel Good Friday: Rebel Nell

Rebel Nell, a Detroit-based jewelry company, works directly with homeless shelters to help poverty-stricken women overcome barriers to employment.
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Feel Good Friday: Warriors & Quiet Waters

Warriors & Quiet Waters Foundation helps injured soldiers reintegrate into society through fly fishing the calm waters of Southwestern Montana.
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Feel Good Friday: Uniforms for the Dedicated

Uniforms for the Dedicated, a Swedish menswear brand dedicated to sustainable innovations, makes clothes that inspire all sorts of good feelings.
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Feel Good Friday: Helpfulpeeps and the Karma Economy

Helpfulpeeps, a new social networking site, seeks to establish a “karma economy,” through which people can connect through good deeds rather than money.
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Feel Good Friday: Duckworth Wool

Ingenious use of heat, water, and pressure make Duckworth wool garments soft, breathable, and resistant to shrinkage. Oh, and their products are made in the USA.
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Feel Good Friday: Style for Soldiers

Emma Wallis, already well known for her top-quality bespoke shirts, has been making dress shirts for veterans of the British Armed Forces since 2007.
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Feel Good Friday: THX Donates 100% of Profits to Nonprofits

The THX Co. -- a Miami-based social enterprise -- gives 100% of its profits to non-profit organizations.
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Feel Good Friday: FREY Laundry Detergent for Men

FREY is ideally suited to cleaning classy men’s garments without inflicting damage.
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Feel Good Friday: The 30-Year Sweatshirt

Have you had enough of cheaply made garments? The 30-Year Sweatshirt is guaranteed to keep its owner warm and stylish for at least 30 years.
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Feel Good Friday: AVIV and the Power of Good Thoughts

In addition to making a delicious vodka, which is always enjoyable at get-togethers, AVIV has pledged to donate 10% of their profits to charity.
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The Huckberry-Manual Shop: Bold Goods for Bold Gentlemen

Whether you're in the mood for some holiday shopping or are just looking to treat yourself, consider stopping by The Manual Shop
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Feel Good Friday: Gifts that Give Back

Instead of throwing your money into some mega-corporation’s coffers, consider purchasing gifts from one of these brands -- all of which give back.
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Feel Good Friday: Head High Wines and Sustainable Surf

Head High Wines is a winery located along California’s North Coast. They've partnered with Sustainable Surf, a non-profit dedicated to protecting the waves.
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The Manual’s Made in America Gift Guide

If you’re looking to go above and beyond this holiday season, take a quick look at these fine products -- all of which are made in America.
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Holy Catch Phrase, Batman! The Original Batmobile Is for Sale

Batmobile #1 is available for sale right now from Barrett-Jackson, the world’s leading collector car auction company.
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Feel Good Friday: Looptworks and Langlitz Leathers Waste Not, Want Not

Looptworks doesn’t harvest its materials from the Earth or from beasts of the field; rather, they get their materials from the scrap piles of classy brands.
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Venture Deep into Fall with Fjällräven Outdoor Pants

Whether you’re a hiker, a backpacker, a mountain climber, or a city slicker posing as an outdoorsman, you’ll love these hardy outdoor pants from Fjällräven.
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Presenting Luminoodle: A Brilliant, Versatile Lighting Solution

No, Luminoodle is not a cyborg relative of the labradoodle; rather, it’s a super-bright, 5-foot length of LED lights with a wide range of uses.
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Feel Good Friday: Pink Pocket Squares for Breast Cancer Research

Lab Series Skincare for Men has launched their Pink Pocket Square Initiative. Buying $50 of Lab Series products will earn you a free pink pocket square.
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Taste Test: The New Guinness Nitro IPA

After over 250 years of focusing on stout, Guinness has tossed its jaunty Irish cap into the IPA ring.
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Feel Good Friday: Feast Portland

Feast Portland - one of the greatest up-and-coming food festivals in the nation - is using its prestige to end hunger.
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Raise a Golden Glass for National Bourbon Heritage Month

Since a single day can’t sufficiently honor such a divine spirit, this September is National Bourbon Heritage Month. Raise a glass!
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Feel Good Friday: The Surfrider Foundation Cleans the Waves They Ride

The Surfrider Foundation -- a non-profit organization run by surfers and beach lovers -- has been working since 1984 to protect oceans, waves, and beaches.
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U.S. National Park Service Celebrates 99 Years – Here Are Some Cool Park Facts

In commemoration of the National Park Service's 99th birthday, we thought we’d share a brief history, some fun facts, and a few breathtaking pictures.
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Feel Good Friday: KEEN Champions America’s Mountains, Rivers, Canyons, and Deserts

KEEN, an adventure footwear company, is working to increase the number of American national monuments with the “Live Monumental” campaign.
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Achieve Next-Level Beardliness with Dollar Beard Club

Dollar Beard Club makes it easy to maintain your beard by delivering beard care products to your door for as little as $1/month.
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Feel Good Friday: Hammocks to Help You and Mother Nature Take a Load Off

Eagles Nest Outfitters (ENO) has released special edition hammocks that aren’t just comfortable, but also helpful to the environment.
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Lucrative End-of-Summer Sales for Frugal Gentlemen

Instead of lamenting the dying of the light, we urge you rage against it by picking up affordable, last-minute articles of summer clothing.
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Feel Good Friday: TOMS Takes Customers on a Charitable Virtual Reality Journey

TOMS is best known for their "One to One" business model. TOMS stores across the country are using virtual reality to bring the public in on their mission.
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Getaway Giveaway: Win $1,500 Toward the Vacation of Your Dreams

The Manual, together with sportswear company OLIVERS, will give away $1,500 in cash, plus $500 in travel gear.
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Feel Good Friday: Hives for Humanity Supports Bees and People Through Urban Beekeeping

To help honeybees – and honey – make a comeback, Hives for Humanity is encouraging more people to take up urban beekeeping.
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Attention Photographers: This Is Your Bag, Baby

The Everyday Messenger Bag is a meticulous collaboration between the folks at Peak Design and legendary photographer Trey Ratcliff.
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Wet Hot American Style: Prepare Yourself For Camp

After binging on Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp, you might check out WHAS-style camping gear from some of the finest wilderness brands.
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Feel Good Friday: Brees Dream Foundation Teams Up With So Delicious Dairy Free

Super Bowl Champion Drew Brees and his philanthropist wife Brittany are teaming up with So Delicious Dairy Free for a charitable cause.
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The Liberty Project Offers Unique Perspectives on All Aspects of Life

The Liberty Project, a new online magazine, shares bold insights on a broad range of lifestyle topics, from culture to justice to well-being.
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Feel Good Friday: Dr. Bronner’s Supports Marine Life Conservation, Fair Trade Practices, and Much More

Dr. Bronner’s is a humble, no-nonsense soap brand that’s dedicated to environmental and social responsibility.
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How to Survive a Lightning Storm, Outwit the Gods

It's futile to fight against the fury of the gods; the best thing you can do is arm yourself with a few lightning safety tips.
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Dios Help Us: Herradura’s ULTRA Tequila Debuts in the U.S.

Uh oh. Herradura -- the premium 140-year-old tequila maker from the Mexican state of Jalisco -- is debuting their new ULTRA Tequila in the U.S.
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Cheap, Earth-Friendly Ways to Stay Cool This Summer

If you’re suffering from a combination of heatstroke and low income, check out these inexpensive and eco-friendly suggestions on how to stay cool.
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Feeling Dry? This Smart Water Bottle Can Track Your Daily Water Intake

Hidrate has launched a Kickstarter campaign for a smart water bottle that can track your daily water intake.
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Ride Back to the Future on a Classy E-Bike from Vintage Electric

Fancy a bike ride? Vintage Electric has made a couple electric steampunk machines that can make any bike ride more glorious.
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Want to Compete in a Winemaking Reality Show?

Do you consider yourself a wine connoisseur? You might consider trying out for Best Bottle, an upcoming winemaking reality show and competition.