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Flipping through The Manual: California in 5 days, classy bags, an insane axe

Burned out on apps, keys and screens? Improve your analog life this weekend! Digital Trends’ brother site The Manual exists to give men straight-up advice, from unspoken suit rules you need to know, to the latest in fashion, food, drink, travel, grooming and culture. Here are a few of our favorite stories to appear on The Manual lately.

California’s wilderness: Enjoying the outdoors in less than a week

California's wilderness: Enjoying the outdoors in less than a week
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From the tallest peak in the Lower 48 (that’d be Mt. Whitney) to the lowest point in America (Death Valley, of course), the great state of California boasts a bounty of natural splendor.

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7 of the classiest laptop and tablet bags out there

7 of the classiest laptop and tablet bags out there
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Like many Manual men, you probably don’t like to completely forsake practicality for style. Why not have both? Here are a few classy laptop bags for you to consider.

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How to: Shop for trousers

How to: Shop for trousers
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Alex Wilcox helps us understand what to look for when buying a pair of trousers.

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Trekking: The Multi-Mission Axe is the only axe you’ll need

Trekking: The Multi-Mission Axe is the only axe you'll need
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The most resourceful axe should do more than simply chop wood. Thankfully, the Outland Equipment Multi-Mission Axe lives up to its name and then some, providing you with a blade, seatbelt cutter, hammer, and more.

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Micro Guide: Bar Harbor, Maine

Micro Guide: Bar Harbor Maine
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While it’s difficult to write an off-the-beaten-path travel guide to Bar Harbor, here are a few of our favorite places to play, eat and sleep.

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Polo experts Feldspar Brook launches SoHo flagship store

Polo experts Feldspar Brook launches SoHo flagship store
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“We aren’t about to sway someone to try chartreuse when all they wear is black or grey, unless they truly want to be swayed.”

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Arlo’s Ring Video Doorbell rival is $100 off in rare deal at Best Buy
A person pressing the Arlo Video Doorbell.

We keep a close eye on Ring Video Doorbell deals, but we never ignore a good deal from another home security company. Take this Arlo Video Doorbell deal, for instance. We'd call it the best video doorbell deal this week. Right now it's only $100 at Best Buy after a $100 discount. 50% a quality video doorbell is a fantastic deal.

Why you should buy the Arlo Essential Video Doorbell
The Arlo Essential Video Doorbell will let you see whoever is outside your front door through a live streaming video sent to your smartphone app or a compatible smart display, with a 180-degree diagonal viewing angle that will let you look at a person from head to toe. You can choose to install the video doorbell in a wired setup or go wireless with its built-in rechargeable battery, and once it's up and running, you can use it to speak with your visitors through its clear two-way audio system. The Arlo Essential Video Doorbell also has a built-in siren that you can set up to automatically trigger or manually through the app, night vision capabilities, and a durable design that can withstand the elements.

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The best indoor security cameras of 2023
The Blink XT2 cam sitting on a table.

Indoor security cameras have a host of uses around a home or business. They can watch for intruders, keep an eye on pets, serve as baby monitors, help guide guests, and generally be on the lookout for anything unusual. If you’re interested in an indoor cam that can do it all, these are the top smart options from the best brands on the market!

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How to turn off the alarm on Hatch Restore 2
The Hatch Restore 2 on a nightstand.

The Hatch Restore 2 is one of the best sleep aids available, as it provides you with sleep sounds, a glowing night light, and dozens of ways to customize its performance. It also functions as an alarm clock, allowing you to program a schedule that automatically runs without additional input. And when your alarm turns on in the morning, there are a few easy ways you can turn it off.

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