Do You Know How to Be a Manly Man?

OK, this is basic. A man has to know how to tie a tie. Even a burly man must know how to do this.

Seriously, manly men know what to do when a snakebite occurs. Hint: Do not try to suck the poison out.

Manly men know what to do when they encounter a bear. This is not a joke. Do your homework.

Driving or paddling a boat are essential man tasks. If you know how to maneuver a sailboat, all the better.

Men are negotiators. If you know how to negotiate or haggle the price of something (a car), then you are a manly man.

Men tell jokes. Manly men have an arsenal of them, preferably dirty ones.

Manly men know how to fillet a fish. This is preferably done on the dock, after catching it with your bare hands.

Manly men must know how to properly execute a deadlift. Always try to improve your form.

You must know how to grill with charcoal. Kudos for knowing how to grill in the rain. Extra bonus points for grilling in the snow.

Manly men know how to play poker. This is usually done with other manly men.

Gentlemen, it's all about the tight spiral. You don't have to be Joe Montana, but you do need to practice the spiral.

Men can split firewood. When you split the wood with one stroke, you will feel like a manly man.

A man is able to locate where the beer is. He need not ask another man for help in order to perform this task.

Manly men know how to sharpen a knife. Super manly men know how to do this in the woods using a stone.

A manly man knows how to get around without a phone. If in the wilderness, he can use a map and compass, and perhaps even the stars.

Firm is sufficient enough. A manly man need not have a deadly handshake.

Manly men cook eggs. Plain and simple. The eggs need not be embellished with anything.

Manly men use hot sauce. Often, they have a variety to choose from. Barbecue sauce is also a staple.

The Fireman's Carry is an essential task that men know how to perform. It allows them to carry someone for long distances.

OK, don't drive INTO the tornado. But men must know how to drive in inclement weather.

Manly men must know how to throw a good punch. It's not necessary to throw a boulder, and cat-throwing is not recommended (or legal in most states).

Making pancakes is actually something that is manly. Even adding blueberries is still manly.

Manly men know how to drive stick shift. It's not essential that they own a stick shift, but they must have this skill.

This is not a required skill. But often, manly men can play at least one song on the guitar.

Manly men know how to cook various incarnations of meat. This can often be done on the same grill simultaneously.

The manly man is the one who carves the turkey. It's important that he understands the fundamentals of this task.

Manly men know how to jump start a car. This task can be performed on their own car or someone else's. Manly men ALWAYS carry jumper cables.

Men now how to tie tourniquets. This is essential for stopping profuse bleeding.

Manly men know how to hang a picture. This can be done with or without a leveler.

Manly men know how to perform a wet shave. They can use an electronic shaver from time to time, but at the end of the day all they need is a razor.

A manly man knows a bit about plumbing. He can fix a leaky faucet, unclog a toilet, or stop a burst pipe.

Manly men can usually ride a horse. Manly men also know how to ride a motorcycle.

Manly men must know how to break down a door. This is essential for emergencies.

Manly men must know how to hitch a trailer. They must also be able to back up a trailer.

Manly men know how to use a chain saw safely. A man who accidentally severs his leg with a chain saw is not a manly man.