As we grow older it can be more and more difficult to find the perfect gift. Think of it this way, when you were a kid - your mom LOVED that macaroni necklace you made for her in school... as a 40-year-old man that gift loses it's luster. Sure, you still buy a coffee mug that says #1 Mom" but anyone can get that too. Let's kick things up a notch and look for something truly special. For instance - gifts that provides an experience, an opportunity to explore, or something that will bring back happy memories.

I get a lot of package shipments - so many that I know my FedEx and UPS delivery people by name and they even wave to me on the street. Generally speaking, these guys are all top notch individuals. That makes it that much more frustrating though when I see a message that a package has been delivered and then I get to my door and it's not there anymore. Package theft is simply a fact of life these days and there's not much you can do to prevent the act, but there are some things you can do to make it less likely. Here's what I've done to keep my packages safe.

The desert is a hash place - but one that I absolutely love to explore. There's a sense of raw brutality walking through the sand as the sun bakes everything around you and temperatures can reach more than 115 degrees. I love it - but I also have to prepare for the expected... and unexpected occurrences that can happen out here while we explore trails in search for adventure. Here are a few of the important tips that I've picked up over the years!

Back pain isn’t fun. And sadly around 80% of us suffer from it at some point in our lives. But it’s not inevitable. If you already suffer from back pain, know that you don't have to live with it. Here are five ways you can ease back pain.

Cooking the perfect steak can be a challenge and even more so at home. While there are world-famous steakhouses all across the country, there's something enticing about going back to the source and enjoying a steak without the pretense you might find in cities like New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles. We did a virtual steak tour of Omaha, Nebraska recently and let me tell you - my mouth is still watering! 

The concept of tipping was intended to reward excellent service. Today though, it has become a broken part of the hospitality industry. Unfortunately, though, those people in service jobs are stuck in the middle of the debate. Today, businesses such as restaurants, bars, gig economy platforms, salons, spas etc. all exploit simple economic reality to offer artificially cheap service to customers. This puts the consumer in a difficult position of being forced to cover the wages for those employees, without the luxury of a choice. Regardless though, supporting these folks is something that we all are obligated to do.

It might be obvious – big knobby tires are better at gripping rugged surfaces than smooth ones. After all, you wouldn't put a pair of racing slicks on your truck and take it out on the trail, would you? The reality though is that for most of us, the right choice of tires is more about balance than absolutes. That's why I really like this set of Grabber A/T X that General Tire sent me to check out.

A bedroom is a relaxing space where you unwind at the end of the evening. You might sit up in bed watching television, reading a book, or practicing a hobby. It might be that you stick on some meditation music and relax that way. Whatever it is, you want to be in a space that works for you and so it might be time to give your bedroom a bit of a makeover. Here are five tips to help transform your bedroom so that it is a healthy place that is ready for you to relax.

Today we're talking with Brad Lovell who is a Baja 1000 champion and BFGoodrich ambassador about his love of driving and exploring awesome places.

Planning a funeral is something that most folks want to avoid for as long as possible. However, putting together a funeral plan with your family and loved ones is actually one of the most important things that you can do. Nobody wants to talk about death and dying but this is your opportunity to share stories, hopes, dreams, and indeed your deepest thoughts on what lies beyond. Above anything else, having a funeral plan is a great way to take the burden off your family so they have one less thing to do while mourning your passing.

We all know that proper tire pressure is essential to keeping your daily driver safe and efficient on the road, but it's just as important when off road driving too. However, the difference in this case is that what's correct for the pavement - may not be right for the terrain you're setting out to explore. Since most of my off road adventures have been with a fleet vehicle with tires that quite honestly aren't always ideal for true off roading, I'd never really considered "airing down" or what the proper pressure even should be. My main concern was simply leaving it at the manufacturer's recommended specs. While that's a great theory, it has resulted in multiple situations where I got stuck in sand, lost traction where I might not have with the proper pressure, and of course the dreaded flat tires.

Most domestic flights in Europe and the United States are easy - they are typically less than three hours. That make even marginal conditions tolerable... but what about transcontinental flights or heading to Europe, Hawaii, or South America? For some reason once I pass the four hour mark it's a whole different ball game. Here are some of my tips that I've used to stay happy, comfortable and most importantly healthy on long flights.

While most people look at the holidays as a time of joyous festivities, for those suffering from addiction, it can be a very dangerous time. Whether you are fighting nicotine, drugs, or alcohol, the stress of family gatherings, bacchanalic office parties, or simply the limited exposure to sunlight during winter months there are some important things you need to keep in mind to avoid relapsing. Here are some tips that can help you make it through the holidays while staying sober.

One of my goals for 2019 is to avoid unnecessary stress and focus on working smarter not harder when it comes to things that impact my health and happiness. One of the big challenges with that is frequent heartburn since my life involves often unavoidable stress and frankly, I don’t want to give up some of my favorite foods. Luckily, this year I’m working with Prilosec OTC and together we’re ready to tackle anything that might be coming our way.

With the holidays right around the corner, everyone is starting to create lists of gifts, the shopping spree begins, and a headache caused by finding the perfect gift begins to set in. Everyone has different needs and expectations, so how to find the ideal gift for a woman that loves technology? The socks or beauty products sets seem to be out of question this time, so here are some tips that will help you find the perfect gift.

One of the most important social things that a man can do is to make a great toast and so that's what we're going to be talking about today. From capturing your audience's attention with the right sentiment to ensuring you have the right champagne for the moment, there are a lot of elements that go into making that moment special.

Years ago, I bought a new car at the dealership and they suckered me into buying their “protective coating” that would help the car stay clean and help protect from nicks and scratches. That coating cost me hundreds of dollars and frankly … I’m not sure it did anything. Flash forward a few years and the folks at AvalonKing sent me their Armor Shield IX DIY Kit to try out. For under $100, this is a great solution for anyone looking to keep their car looking like new.

This is an amazing country and I love exploring it by car because it gives you the freedom to explore that flying from one point to the next simply doesn't. It can also be a very inexpensive way to travel if you know how to save money on road trips like I have learned how to do. As someone who travels by car several times each year there's an almost infinite number of travel hacks to save money, but here are my five favorite ones.

If you have reached the new year and you feel that there is something missing or something from last year that you did not achieve, then now is the time for you to pick yourself up, dust off and decide that 2020 is the year for you. Today, we are going to be looking at a few things you may wish to consider on your journey to self-improvement. We understand that these things don’t come easy and we are also going to take you through how to get through the tough times, so do not worry.