Backcountry Skiing In The Sierras
We got a late start that Saturday morning. We had skied hard on Friday and hit the town even harder in the evening. We started with dinner at the local’s local, an authentic mountain restaurant where my friend Nick knows everyone. It’s the type of…
Chicken Salad For The Soul
Eating healthy is not a choice it’s a requirement for health, happiness & sustained living. However if you are single your meals most likely are not entirely focused on nutrition. That’s OK, many of us are hustlin’ and meals are often skipped, rushed or forced…
Valentines Day Strategy For The Rugged Male
“Women dig a public expression of love, especially if its slightly embarrassing for you.” It’s coming gents, our most dreaded day of the year. We suffer through the holidays and boom Valentine’s Day is on us like a duck on a June bug. Just what we…
Punk Rock, Haircuts & Shaves at Floyd’s 99 Barbershop
Now that the holidays are behind us, if you are like most rugged males you are pretty excited to get back to a regular schedule, diet and onto your resolutions. One of which might be augmenting your style. This is why I was stoked Floyd’s…
Holiday Cocktail Recipes With Bourbon
With many people taking this week off, The Holiday Spirit is slowly fermenting. But there are other spirits flowing this week as well – whiskey, scotch & tequila! Clearly the holiday season is in full effect. Since most Rugged Males don’t love champagne, or it’s certainly…
Our Favorite RV Campgrounds in California
California’s diverse landscape and vast shorelines make it one of the most popular states to travel by RV. Many RVs come to experience California for the first time, others simply call their RV, home. The amazing weather, beautiful coastline & national parks are just a…
Our Top 21 Movies That You Might Have Missed
18. Brothers McMullen, 1995 The Brothers McMullen is a 1995 American comedy-drama film written, directed, produced by, and starring Edward Burns. When you’re a good Irish Catholic, you choose one person to be with for the rest of your life. But how can you be sure…
Three Pairs of Jeans Every Man Needs To Own
There is perhaps no more important item in a man’s closet than his denim jeans. They have been around since Levi Strauss opened up shop in San Francisco in 1857. As a Rugged Male, there really aren’t many options for casual wear. I mean seriously, outside…
Reasons Why Men Should Still Wear a Watch
Not so long ago the wristwatch was on the endangered species list, alongside masculine boardshorts and a good margarita. As smart phones became part of the everyday wardrobe, the need to carry another device that did something so archaic and unimpressive became a burden and…
How to Dress for Your Body Shape
While men may not be as shapely as women, men’s bodies still come in all shapes and sizes. Therefore, it’s important to ensure you’re wearing clothes that flatter you, not fatter you. To help, we’ve put together this handy guide which depicts five common body types…
What All Men Should Stop Doing By Age Thirty
“Stop playing drinking games, drinking is a lifestyle, a privileged one, it’s not a game. Ask anyone who had to give it up – forever” The only good thing about getting older is that you get smarter. We have tried to buck the system, tried…
Buying Men’s Leather Boots For Fall
With Fall upon us and temperatures starting to drop, many living creatures are migrating to warmer places to spend their winters. Whales, Dolphins, Hummingbirds and your grandparents are all travelling vast distances in search of better food and warmer climate. You should also be preparing…
Actor Aaron Paul – Breaking Los Angeles
Because of our awesome relationship with one of the top digital marketing agencies in Los Angeles, we are able to give you some sneak preview content. Emmy award winning actor Aaron Paul sat down with Treats! Magazine inside the luxurious Absolut Elyx House in Los…
Why Remote Fitness Training Might Be Your Jam
You wake up, hit snooze three times, jump in the shower, slam a cup of coffee and run out the door late to work once again. You use your arm as a crutch to hold your head up at your desk counting the seconds until…
The Coachella Effect on Los Angeles
It’s that time of year when mother nature has a wide range of emotions like a pregnant teenage gorilla. The sun shines bright and temperatures reflect springtime, only to flare up and drop several inches of snow just to remind us who’s boss. It’s this…
Holiday Gift Guide For The Rugged Male
The Christmas Season is on us like a millennial on a free wireless connection. Once again The Rugged Male will deliver valuable insight on gifts for the cool guy on your list. We would also be remiss if we didn’t mention that it’s the best…
What Every Man Should Know About The Ocean
“Whether you live 2 blocks or 200 miles from the ocean, every man should know these basics” While thinking about essential skills all men should have, it was hard to overlook basic ocean knowledge. So we got together with surfers, sea captains, and fishermen and…
Our Interview with Tom Bulleit
Staying true to our motto – Inspiring Men About Women, Whiskey & Proper Manners, we sit down with Tom Bulleit of Bulleit Bourbon. There is perhaps no finer man to discuss whiskey and proper manners. Q: A lot of our readers drink bourbon. What do you…
Cool Summer Products For Outdoor Adventure
Summer is officially here and it’s time to ramp up the outdoor activities. Technology has introduced many new products that make spending time outdoors more enjoyable. Technology has also introduced new products guaranteed to annoy your neighbors make you look like a kook, like bicycle…
Backpacking Tents That Won’t Break Your Bank
Whether you’re planning a major backpacking adventure into the wilderness or a weekend camping jaunt to catch some waves, the first thing on your checklist is always your tent. As a weekend warrior your precious time is always better spent outdoors. A good tent will ensure…
