Never Give Up! I thought I'd take a moment to share an inspirational video for entrepreneurs, inventors, and anyone facing tough obstacles along the path of realizing your dreams. Check out this short video about about a guy who is chasing the American Dream, but facing difficulty along the way.  Despite the hardships, this guy has pledged to never [...]

Need some help putting a playlist together?   Music sets the mood, and putting together the perfect playlist is essential for any party.  Seasonal parties, particularly Halloween parties, are the most deserving of a well thought out music selection.  You will need the right music to set the mood.  We've put together a list of 10 Essential tunes [...]

When it comes to "Romantic Equality," how much has really changed? Do men and women naturally gravitate toward more traditional romantic roles? When is it OK for a man to hang up his super-hero cape, and let the woman save the day... or at least pay for the date?

We recently reviewed a product by Cigana, called the "E-Cigarette" (Electronic Cigarette) and gave it a Dude Rated stamp of approval as a healthier alternative to smoking. DudeRated.com is retracting our endorsement of these electronic cigarette products for now, because recent evidence suggests that E-Cigarettes may not be a healthy way to quit, afterall. Stay tuned for further updates.

For many modern men, owning and using tools has become somewhat of a novelty. Today’s younger men likely have grandfathers and fathers with well-stocked toolboxes, but have not stocked a toolbox yet themselves. Traditionally, part of being a man involves a certain degree of self-reliance, and in order for a man to take care of business on his own, he should have the tools to get the job done.

ToolKing.com is a favorite among the Dudes here at DudeRated.com. ToolKing.com began as a traditional brick-and-morter tool retailer, known as "Tool King," over 30 years ago, and dealt directly to professionals and tradesment. In 2001, Tool King made it's online debut, with ToolKing.com. Check out ToolKing.com for a chance to win this incredible tool kit from DeWalt.

This Fourth of July, consider showing off your patriotism by sipping on an American cold one. But be forewarned, your choices of American beers is shrinking faster than the economy. Last year marked a tragic period in American beer history. The European company based in Belgium, "InBev," purchased one of the few remaining American owned Macro-breweries, Anheuser-Busch. Continue Reading...

Most drinkers have experienced the dreaded hangover at some point in their lives. The nausea, pounding headaches, exhaustion, body ache, and sensitivity to lights and sounds is certainly no walk in the park. Yet drinkers invariably return to the sauce within days or weeks even after the most brutal hangovers. Do we drink to excess because it's human nature to want to alter your consciousness? Or is it because of pure stupidity? Well, it's probably a little bit of both - but if we demonstrate a little bit of intelligence and planning this Holiday weekend, we will all be able to party without the nasty side effects the next morning.

If you're like most dudes, buying a gift for your girlfriend, for any occasion, can be a challenging task. You may know your girl pretty well, but figuring out a suitable gift that fits her tastes, style, and interests can still be daunting. The key to giving a great gift begins with what should be obvious to most, and that is simply thinking about the type of things she likes.

Signing a lease contract on a car is a little like getting hitched to that hot stripper in Vegas you met during a wild night with the lads. Hell, maybe your new blushing bride turns out to be the most amazing ride of your life. But what if that excitement wears off, and you're ready for something else, or just want to quickly undo what you've done?