Nate Swanner – The Manual https://www.themanual.com The Essential Guide for Men Wed, 20 Dec 2023 20:50:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.themanual.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/9/2022/07/cropped-theManual_secondary_logo-512.png?fit=32%2C32&p=1 Nate Swanner – The Manual https://www.themanual.com 32 32 190124441 Burton Step-On review: Should you opt-in to Step-On? https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/burton-step-on-boot-and-bindings-review/ Wed, 20 Dec 2023 20:49:50 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1237907 Burton Step-On is progressive but polarizing. Are these the boots and bindings you should be buying in 2023? After two seasons of testing, we have the answer.

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]]> 1237907 How many shots are in a handle of liquor? We’ll walk you through it https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-many-shots-in-a-handle/ Wed, 20 Dec 2023 19:00:30 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1069935 Buying enough liquor for a crowd can be tough. We recommend doing a bit of math before you get the party started, but we'll make it painless.

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]]> 1069935 Burton Step-On bindings review: Step-On Loback will make you rethink your snowboard setup https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/burton-loback-step-on-binding-review/ Wed, 20 Dec 2023 18:22:50 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1242091 Burton’s concept is that late-season riding should be a bit more “surfy” and fluid because conditions are less than ideal. This might change how I approach snowboarding forever.

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]]> 1242091 The best recipe apps to channel your inner chef https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-recipe-apps/ Tue, 19 Dec 2023 22:00:09 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1067478 There are now more great recipe apps for the home cook than before. From plant-based to curated dishes from celebrity chefs, these apps will get you cooking.

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]]> 1067478 Travel tips and tricks: Dumb mistakes I make every time (but you can avoid) https://www.themanual.com/travel/travel-tips-and-mistakes-to-avoid/ Tue, 19 Dec 2023 12:00:02 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1221750 What not to do while traveling: A tutorial brought to you by my own adventures. My pain is your gain.

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]]> 1221750 These are the best potato vodka options on the market https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-potato-vodkas/ Fri, 15 Dec 2023 21:00:18 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1210034 Here are a few savory, gluten-free, sugar-free, versatile vodkas worth a taste paired, on ice, or alone.

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]]> 1210034 How to shape a beard: The ultimate guide for every face shape https://www.themanual.com/grooming/how-to-shape-a-beard/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 20:00:15 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=52030 Finding the proper shape of your face will help it look better than ever. Check out these tips on shaping a well-kept beard to look your very best.

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]]> 52030 Snowboard profiles, explained: How to pick the right snowboard, every time https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/snowboard-profiles-explained/ Thu, 14 Dec 2023 15:00:47 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1286864 Curious how to know if the snowboard you're looking at is right for you? Our snowboard profile guide will tell you how to pick the right board, every time.

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]]> 1286864 5 forearm workouts designed for Olympic climbers https://www.themanual.com/fitness/best-forearm-workouts/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 20:00:55 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1067881 Whether you're a core climber or typing away at a keyboard, every man can benefit from strong, less injury-prone forearms with these Olympic-level workouts.

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]]> 1067881 The best razors for sensitive skin: Our top picks https://www.themanual.com/grooming/best-razors-for-sensitive-skin/ Tue, 12 Dec 2023 18:00:02 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1153810 With a little patience and practice, and using the best razors for sensitive skin, you too can have a nice close shave.

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]]> 1153810 What to mix with eggnog: The ultimate guide to this seasonal drink https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-to-mix-with-eggnog/ https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-to-mix-with-eggnog/#comments Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:00:58 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=37455 This quick list of mixing suggestions will help you figure out which booze to use, how much to include, and what spices are nicest.

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]]> https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-to-mix-with-eggnog/ 1 37455 Stationary bike benefits: Cardiovascular, weight loss, and more https://www.themanual.com/fitness/benefits-of-a-stationary-bike-workout/ Thu, 07 Dec 2023 22:00:08 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1177530 An exercise bike benefits all skill sets of people of varying fitness levels. Stationary bikes offer numerous benefits, check them out here.

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]]> 1177530 The complete snowboard buying guide and size chart https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/snowboard-buying-guide/ Thu, 07 Dec 2023 18:00:05 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1182391 Choosing the right snowboard can seem overwhelming. This guide will teach you how to find the perfect board for you.

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]]> 1182391 Holiday wine: Wow your guests with these incredible options https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/christmas-holiday-wines/ Wed, 06 Dec 2023 18:00:00 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=115683 Wine is the easiest (and best) gift to bring to Christmas dinner with friends and family.

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]]> 115683 What is Festivus? (And how to celebrate with the rest of us) https://www.themanual.com/culture/how-to-celebrate-festivus/ Fri, 01 Dec 2023 20:00:40 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=115641 Time to dig out the old Festivus pole. Who's making the meatloaf?

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]]> 115641 How to wear Timberland boots: Styles and lacing tips for men https://www.themanual.com/fashion/how-to-wear-timberlands/ Tue, 28 Nov 2023 19:00:53 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1150821 Timberland's signature style has endless options.

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]]> 1150821 Famous last words from the most badass men of history https://www.themanual.com/culture/famous-last-words-badass-men-history/ Tue, 28 Nov 2023 18:00:55 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=67532 There are countless lists of famous last words, but we're not concerned with profundity. Here are the manliest things a man has ever said before he kicked off.

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]]> 67532 How to make beer at home: A guide for beginners https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-make-beer-at-home/ Mon, 27 Nov 2023 20:00:29 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1176772 Making your own beer at home can be a fun hobby. Learn the basics of home brewing here.

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]]> 1176772 Everything you ever wanted to know about the BRAT diet https://www.themanual.com/fitness/guide-to-the-brat-diet/ Mon, 27 Nov 2023 19:00:04 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1191214 Curious about what the BRAT diet is all about and what can you eat? Find out here.

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]]> 1191214 How to mod a Nerf gun: An illustrated beginner’s guide to the Hammershot https://www.themanual.com/culture/how-to-mod-a-nerf-gun-hammershot-modification-luke-goodman/ Mon, 27 Nov 2023 18:00:28 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=984388 To be an adult is to learn the art of Nerf modding. Here's how to do it, courtesy of expert Luke Goodman.

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]]> 984388 Is it cheaper to have a Keurig or a standard coffee maker? https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/keurig-vs-coffee-maker/ Fri, 24 Nov 2023 21:00:51 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1155042 You might be wondering if it's cheaper to have a Keurig coffee maker or a standard drip coffee maker. The answer to that question isn't a simple "yes" or "no" answer.

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]]> 1155042 Short on time? The best running workouts for when you only have 20 minutes https://www.themanual.com/fitness/20-minute-run-plans/ Fri, 24 Nov 2023 20:00:54 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1220713 Try these quick, 20-minute running workouts to improve your health and fitness and prepare for short races. You can still burn some calories when you're short on time.

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]]> 1220713 Many ski resort opening days are this weekend, but El Niño may cause delays https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/ski-resorts-opening-day-issues-2023/ Fri, 24 Nov 2023 14:30:28 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1284146 There’s been a in how much snowfall ski resorts would have this season. After a monumental 2022-2023 snow sports season, few believed this year would rival last year. Rather than seeing a , we might face a real problem with ski resorts opening for the 2023-2024 season. And it seems El Niño. What’s happening with […]

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]]> 1284146 How much protein do you really need? Here’s how to calculate it https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/protein-for-men/ Thu, 23 Nov 2023 21:00:39 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=73214 Figuring out how much protein you need can be hard. We make it easy.

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]]> 73214 Hotel bedsheets: The truth about how clean they really are https://www.themanual.com/travel/how-clean-are-hotel-sheets/ Thu, 23 Nov 2023 19:00:14 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1068922 How clean are hotel sheets … really? Here's how to tell and what to do if you suspect otherwise.

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]]> 1068922 Your Thanksgiving meal by the calories (and how to burn them off) https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/calories-in-thanksgiving-dinner-and-how-to-burn-them/ Wed, 22 Nov 2023 21:00:10 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=986218 Load up on gravy and say no to pie ... or have both and do gnarly amounts of burpees.

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]]> 986218 How to throw the ultimate fondue party, according to experts https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/ultimate-fondue-party-guide/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 21:00:30 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1032414 There's more to a fondue party than just melting some cheese or chocolate. If you want to upgrade your fondue party, follow these expert tips.

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]]> 1032414 Review: These Ben Sherman pants might be the only pair I’ll even buy – here’s why https://www.themanual.com/fashion/ben-sherman-24-7-slim-fit-chino-review/ Tue, 21 Nov 2023 20:30:39 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1283727 Like many men, I want multi-purpose pants. Not cargo pants (please, never cargo pants), but something that goes with just any shirt or coat and is comfortable enough to wear anywhere. Ben Sherman might have threaded that needle for me. As someone who travels often for work, I must have pants that: Travel well. I […]

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]]> 1283727 The best toner for men – cleanse your pores with one of these top products https://www.themanual.com/grooming/best-toner-for-men/ Mon, 20 Nov 2023 21:00:23 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=134117 The key to finding the most effective toner is to look for one with ingredients that fit your skin’s needs.

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]]> 134117 The 2023 F1 Las Vegas Grand Prix aftermath: The good, the bad, and the ugly https://www.themanual.com/auto/2023-f1-las-vegas-grand-prix-aftermath/ Sun, 19 Nov 2023 20:31:02 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1283098 The first-ever Las Vegas Grand Prix was, by any measure, a success. Max Verstappen came from behind to win, fans were delighted, the stars were out in force, and F1 made a solid showing in the desert, embracing the while simultaneously putting on a competitive sporting event. This F1 Las Vegas event wasn’t perfect, though. […]

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