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Learn the basics of bike maintenance, including patching an inner tube.

Bike Maintenance 101: How to Clean and Lube Your Bike’s Drivetrain

We’re back with another class of Bike Maintenance 101. Last time, we discussed how to patch an ...

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An illustration of a man standing at a great height and staring out over water.

Skill of the Week: Jump From a Height Into Water

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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A digital multimeter displaying a voltage reading, with attached red and black probes lying next to the device on a beige background—ideal for anyone seeking a clear visual in a multimeter tutorial or learning how to use a multimeter.

How to Use a Multimeter

A multimeter is invaluable for the DIY troubleshooting of electrical problems around the house. You can use ...

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A drawing of a person wearing a harness with a rope tied around their waist, demonstrating how to tie a bowline knot. A red arrow points to the rope, highlighting the secure knot.

Skill of the Week: Tie a One-Handed Bowline Knot

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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Illustration of a man washing himself, covered in soap lather and water, wearing a dog tag necklace—demonstrating military shower steps for efficient water use.

How to Take a Military Shower

The military shower, also known as the “Navy” or “combat” shower, is a method of showering that ...

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A person with a blanket stands beneath a flying bird near a window, attempting to aid in bird removal. A red arrow is drawn on the blanket to help get the bird out safely.

Skill of the Week: Get a Bird Out of Your House

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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A drawing of a man eating an edible plant.

Skill of the Week: Test If a Plant Is Edible

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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Illustration of Ted Williams in a gray uniform labeled

How to Swing a Baseball Bat Like Ted Williams

In the world of baseball, few skills are more foundational than a proper bat swing. Whether you're playing ...

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Skill of the Week: Make a Fishing Hook Out of a Can Tab

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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A cartoon man kicking a dirt pile in an attempt to escape.

Skill of the Week: Escape From Killer Bees

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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Learn how to make a fire pit with a diagram, including the Dakota Fire Hole method.

Skill of the Week: Make a Dakota Fire Hole

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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Illustration of a hand performing a card spinning trick with a playing card. Multiple arrows indicate movement, showing how to gracefully rotate the card around the fingers.

How to Throw a Playing Card

Whether you're stuck indoors on a rainy day or looking to entertain friends at your next poker night, ...

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An illustration of a man sitting in the cockpit of a plane.

Skill of the Week: Land a Plane in an Emergency

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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An illustration of a man climbing a cliff using tubular webbing.

Skill of the Week: Make a Ladder From Tubular Webbing

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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Illustration of a BugOut Bag packed with essential camping items like a water bottle, flashlight, multitool, first aid kit, cash, canned food, and bear spray. Each item is displayed in separate circles around the survival pack.

What to Pack in a Bug-Out Bag

When disaster strikes, a well-packed bug-out bag can make all the difference. Whether facing natural ...

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An illustration of a man carrying fire and holding a plant.

Skill of the Week: Carry Fire

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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Beware the Phantom Costs of Homeownership

We've lived in our house for 14 years now. We love it. We've made many memories in it, and it's served as ...

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A cartoon man laying on the ground after surviving a grenade explosion.

Skill of the Week: Survive a Grenade Explosion

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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A person in a hooded outfit lies down, holding onto the arm of another individual reaching out to them, as if learning how to treat hypothermia. The scene unfolds in a monochrome, comic-style illustration.

Skill of the Week: Treat Hypothermia

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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An illustration of a hand holding a stick in the water, ensuring safety.

Skill of the Week: Know if Ice Is Safe to Walk On

An important part of manhood has always been about having the competence to be effective in the world — ...

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Bike Maintenance 101: How to Clean and Lube Your Bike’s Drivetrain

Skill of the Week: Jump From a Height Into Water

How to Use a Multimeter

Skill of the Week: Tie a One-Handed Bowline Knot

How to Take a Military Shower

Skill of the Week: Get a Bird Out of Your House

Skill of the Week: Test If a Plant Is Edible

How to Swing a Baseball Bat Like Ted Williams

Skill of the Week: Make a Fishing Hook Out of a Can Tab

Skill of the Week: Escape From Killer Bees

Skill of the Week: Make a Dakota Fire Hole

How to Throw a Playing Card

Skill of the Week: Land a Plane in an Emergency

Skill of the Week: Make a Ladder From Tubular Webbing

What to Pack in a Bug-Out Bag

Skill of the Week: Carry Fire

Beware the Phantom Costs of Homeownership

Skill of the Week: Survive a Grenade Explosion

Skill of the Week: Treat Hypothermia

Skill of the Week: Know if Ice Is Safe to Walk On