Mike Richard – The Manual https://www.themanual.com The Essential Guide for Men Sun, 12 May 2024 15:00:40 +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 Mike Richard – The Manual https://www.themanual.com 32 32 190124441 Hitch up with the 7 best off-road trailers ready to take you anywhere in 2024 https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/best-off-road-trailers/ Sun, 12 May 2024 15:00:31 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1320853 If you've been itching to get out there but aren't sure which trailer is right for you, we've got you covered with the best off-road-worthy models.

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]]> 1320853 The best camper vans for adventurous luxury living in the great outdoors https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/best-camper-vans/ Sun, 05 May 2024 12:30:03 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1320162 If you're looking for next-level nomading, on- or off-road, these seven rigs are the best camper vans for luxe living in the great outdoors.

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]]> 1320162 Vanspeed’s California Coast camper van is built for bold coastal adventures https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/vanspeed-california-coast-camper-van/ Sun, 28 Apr 2024 16:00:48 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1320310 Eager to hit the open road with your own tricked-out camper van? Vanspeed has you covered with its 2024 California Coast build.

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]]> 1320310 Coast’s all-new Model 1 solar electric trailer is a luxe, off-grid-ready stunner https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/coast-model-1-electric-trailer/ Sun, 21 Apr 2024 12:00:39 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1318296 Travel farther, for longer, with the all-new Coast Model 1 electric travel trailer — without leaving all your favorite tech gadgets behind.

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]]> 1318296 This rooftop tent kit will turn your van into a pop-top camper for about $12K https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/super-pacific-cloud-cap-rooftop-tent/ Sun, 14 Apr 2024 14:00:08 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1316849 Van living is often cramped. The CloudCap pop-top tent kit expands your camper van's cabin with the addition of a rooftop "bedroom" with a view.

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]]> 1316849 You’ll soon be able to fish year-round at Yellowstone National Park https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/year-round-fishing-yellowstone-national-park/ Sat, 13 Apr 2024 19:00:06 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1317067 Beginning Nov. 1, 2024, Yellowstone National Park will expand fishing access by allowing for year-round fishing opportunities at two locations.

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]]> 1317067 Remote Vans drops 3 new camper van models designed for luxury living on the road https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/remote-vans-3-new-camper-van-models/ Sat, 13 Apr 2024 13:30:13 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1315594 Remote Vans' all-new camper vans are designed for digital nomads with enough amenities to make you consider trading in your house keys for life on the road.

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]]> 1315594 A beginner’s guide to kayaking in the spring https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/beginners-guide-kayaking/ Thu, 11 Apr 2024 22:41:58 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1105294 If there's a better way to spend a sunny day outside than kayaking, we've yet to find it.

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]]> 1105294 Redtail Overland’s new luxe Skyloft camper van is a $500,000 thing of beauty https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/redtail-overland-skyloft-van/ Sun, 31 Mar 2024 12:00:07 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1313536 Redtail Overland's all-new Skyloft Van might be one of the swankiest and most luxurious campervans money — $530,000 to be exact — can buy.

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]]> 1313536 Get the best camping axes for cutting, chopping, and prepping your way around the campsite https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/best-hatchet-for-camping-backpacking-survival/ Fri, 29 Mar 2024 21:44:06 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=995371 Whether you're clearing a campsite, prepping firewood, or practicing your first survival shelter build, every outdoorsman needs a quality hatchet.

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]]> 995371 HYK Outdoors’ clever new teardrop camper trailer is made with eco-friendly cork https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/hyk-outdoors-cork-teardrop-camper/ Sun, 24 Mar 2024 13:30:11 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1312383 HYK Outdoors is stepping up efforts to work more eco-friendly materials into its teardrop camper line-up. The latest next-gen material? Cork.

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]]> 1312383 You can stand in this unique high-roof teardrop trailer (and it sleeps four) https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/bend-teardrop-trailer-tall-boy/ Sat, 23 Mar 2024 15:00:57 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1311337 Teardrops are lightweight, affordable, and easy to tow, but often very tight on space. Bend Teardrop wants to change that with its roomy Tall Boy trailer.

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]]> 1311337 SylvanSport’s multifunction GO camper trailer gets an off-grid makeover for tackling the toughest terrain https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/sylvansport-goat-camper-trailer/ Sun, 17 Mar 2024 15:00:58 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1310233 Part pop-up tent camper, part outdoor gear trailer, part toy hauler, SylvanSport's GOAT is designed to fit the active lifestyles of almost any outdoor lover.

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]]> 1310233 Bowlus debuts the all-new 2025 Rivet travel trailer, and it’s a retro-modern stunner https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/bowlus-rivet-travel-trailer/ Sat, 16 Mar 2024 15:00:37 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1309691 Bowlus, an under-the-radar luxe RV brand you may not have heard of, is upending nearly 100 years of history with another stunning retro-modern travel trailer.

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]]> 1309691 The 10 best road trip apps to make your next journey more epic https://www.themanual.com/travel/best-road-trip-planner-apps-tools/ Fri, 15 Mar 2024 21:53:57 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=52185 Plan to eat, sleep, and sightsee your way across America — all for free.

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]]> 52185 This popular truck camper shell maker is debuting its first fully furnished overlander camper https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/tufport-overlander-camper/ Sun, 10 Mar 2024 15:00:47 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1307263 Tufport's all-new Overlander is a "blank slate" camper shell built to be a rugged home away from home for ultra-minimalist overland travelers.

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]]> 1307263 How to smoke a pipe like a gentleman (a beginner’s guide) https://www.themanual.com/culture/how-to-smoke-a-pipe/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 21:10:05 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1008308 A pipe is the classiest way to smoke tobacco, but only if you know what you're doing. Here's how to smoke a pipe like a boss.

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]]> 1008308 Here are the 17 coolest ghost towns in the U.S. https://www.themanual.com/travel/ghost-towns-of-america/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 19:52:31 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=102159 During the 1800s and 1900s, towns across the U.S. seemingly sprung up overnight with the discovery of gold. Many are now the ghost towns we know today.

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]]> 102159 Stay hydrated on the go with our bulletproof water purification tips https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/how-to-purify-water/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 19:00:46 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1191247 Learn how to purify water with some of our favorite methods, as well as why clean drinking water is so important for your health.

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]]> 1191247 How do hotel star ratings actually work? Well, it’s complicated https://www.themanual.com/travel/how-hotel-star-ratings-work/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 18:21:27 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1036354 Have you ever wondered how hotel star ratings actually work? The short answer is: It's complicated.

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]]> 1036354 How to check brake fluid in your car and refill if needed https://www.themanual.com/auto/how-to-check-your-cars-brake-fluid/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 13:30:52 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1191531 All it takes to check low brake fluid is two hands, 10 minutes, and some motivation.

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]]> 1191531 This is how much it actually costs to climb Mount Everest https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/climbing-mount-everest-cost/ Sun, 03 Mar 2024 10:40:06 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=93864 Just how expensive is it to climb Mount Everest, the world's tallest mountain, and stand on top of the world?

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]]> 93864 This van life camper van sleeps 8, goes everywhere, and you can rent it for less than a hotel would cost https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/van-life-rentals/ Sat, 02 Mar 2024 17:00:04 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1304456 What if you could have all the fun of van living without the expense and hassle of actually owning a campervan? That’s where Moterra Campervans comes in.

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]]> 1304456 The best luxury camp gear to elevate your outdoor experience https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/best-luxury-camping-gear/ Fri, 01 Mar 2024 21:43:55 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1051451 What we’ve rounded up are the premium gadgets that level up your camping experience well above the ordinary.

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]]> 1051451 Do you need a passport to travel in the U.S. in 2024? https://www.themanual.com/travel/do-you-need-a-passport-to-travel-in-the-us/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 10:45:11 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1071842 There’s still confusion around the REAL ID Act, particularly when it comes to flying. Do you need a passport to travel in the U.S. once this goes into effect?

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]]> 1071842 Hop on the best mountain bikes for under $1,000 – Trek, Specialized, and more https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/best-mountain-bikes-under-1000/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 21:45:26 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1114681 Mountain biking can be crazy expensive, but it doesn't have to be. These top-notch two-wheelers have everything you need to hit the trails on the cheap.

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]]> 1114681 Rods, reels, and rooftop racks: Get the best fishing gear to elevate your angling game https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/best-fishing-gear/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 21:44:33 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=129209 Whether you're an amateur or experienced angler, you'll never reel in "the big one" without the right gear. Here's what you need for your next fishing trip.

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]]> 129209 Sleep like a baby on one of the best air mattresses for camping (or for wherever you need it) https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/best-air-mattresses-for-camping/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 21:40:52 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1014729 Sometimes, even the best sleeping pad isn’t enough to get a good night’s rest when you’re away from home. That's when you need a legit camping air mattress.

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]]> 1014729 Take your favorite tipple from town to trail with the best camping flasks https://www.themanual.com/outdoors/best-camping-flasks/ Fri, 23 Feb 2024 21:38:44 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=39398 All that hiking will make you thirsty, but lugging a 6-pack is exhausting. You need a trail-ready flask fit for the job.

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]]> 39398 The 12 benefits of jumping rope (it’s not just for your inner child) https://www.themanual.com/fitness/benefits-of-jumping-rope/ Thu, 22 Feb 2024 18:59:04 +0000 https://www.themanual.com/?p=1174184 Bring out your inner 7-year-old with this classic workout technique.

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