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How to Install a Zipline in your Backyard!
Learn how to turn a simple cable and pulley into a fully functional backyard zipline in just one minute. I walk you through the exact steps of rigging the anchor cables, running the main line through the pulley handle, tightening everything with a turnbuckle, and locking it down with U-clamps so your setup is safe, secure, and ready for action. This quick DIY project shows you how easy it is to create a fun, permanent backyard feature with the right slope, tension, and hardware—all using a single zipline kit. Perfect for homeowners who love building something awesome their family and friends can enjoy.
How to Replace a Door Knob: Simple Home Improvement
Learn how to replace a doorknob in just one minute with this simple, beginner-friendly walkthrough. I show you exactly how to remove the old hardware, pop in the new latch, align the pins and square shaft, fasten the knob plates, and finish by swapping out the strike plate so everything matches. It’s an easy project that instantly upgrades the look of your home—especially with a clean, modern oil-rubbed bronze finish. Perfect for any homeowner who wants a quick, satisfying DIY win.
Easy Chocolate Covered Bacon: Quick Tasty Recipe
Learn how to make chocolate covered bacon—yes, it's every bit as good as it sounds—in just one minute. I walk you through the simple steps: frying crispy bacon, melting dark chocolate with a touch of coconut oil, dipping and coating each piece, and finishing it with a crunchy bacon crumble on top. It's an easy, sweet-and-savory treat you can whip together fast, perfect for a quick snack, dessert, or a fun surprise for your family.
How to Replace a Doorbell: Easy Home Fix!
Learn the quick, beginner-friendly fix for replacing a missing or broken doorbell button. In this one-minute walkthrough, I show you how to safely loop and connect low-voltage wires, attach a new button, and get your doorbell working again—no electrical experience needed. This same simple trick applies to garage door opener buttons too. Perfect project, zero stress.
Prevent Flooding in your Home: How to be Flood Free!
Learn the simple, five-minute fix that prevents one of the most common causes of catastrophic in-home flooding: replacing your washer’s cheap rubber supply hoses with durable stainless steel ones. I’ll walk you through exactly why these hoses fail, how to swap them out safely, and how this quick upgrade can save you from massive water damage and a costly insurance claim.
How to Change a Flat Tire with an Impact Wrench
Learn the faster, more efficient way to change a flat tire using an impact wrench instead of the old, awkward factory tools. In this quick walkthrough, I show you how to loosen lug nuts, swap the tire, and tighten everything back down in the right alternating pattern for a safe, secure install. A simple, time-saving method that gets you back on the road quickly—without wrestling with stubborn wrenches or cranks.
Kayak Rudder Repair Without Going to Shore
Learn the simple, pre-rigged bungee trick I use to instantly fix a broken kayak rudder cable without heading to shore. This quick on-the-water repair restores full steering control using one good pedal and a hooked bungee loop attached to the rudder yoke. A fast, safe solution for sea kayakers who rely on their rudder in tough conditions.
How to Cut a Tapered Board with a Table Saw
Learn the simple jig method I use to cut a perfectly tapered board on a standard table saw—no special tools required. This step-by-step technique shows you how to lay out your taper, build a quick sled, clamp everything in place, and get a clean, accurate cut every time. A safe, reliable approach for custom joinery, furniture work, and any project that needs a non-parallel edge.
How to Daisy Chain a Rope
Learn the simple daisy-chain technique I use to keep excess rope neat, tidy, and under control after tying a trucker’s hitch or securing a load. This step-by-step method shows you how to create linked loops, lock the chain with a quick half hitch, and then undo the whole thing instantly with a single pull. A clean, beautiful, efficient way to manage extra line every time.
Knife & Can Trick
Learn the simple “pop-and-drop” trick I use to empty a can of frijoles in seconds—no more slow scraping with a spoon while everyone’s starving on Taco Tuesday. This quick kitchen hack shows you how to get beans from can to pan instantly so dinner comes together fast and stress-free.
How to Clean a Gas Fireplace Glass
Learn the quick, safe way to remove that stubborn white haze from your gas fireplace glass. In this step-by-step guide, I walk you through dismantling the panel, using the right conditioning glass cleaner (not Windex), and reinstalling everything so your fireplace looks clean and you can actually see the fire again. After years of visiting homes where the fireplace glass is the only thing left dirty, I’ll show you how simple it is to fix — and how good it feels to finally clear it up.
How to Make Chapati, Indian Flat Bread
Learn Brandon Nelson’s go-to gluten-free chapati recipe—simple, fast, and perfect for anyone who loves bold, healthy flavor. This guide walks you through the exact flour blend, rolling technique, and dry-pan cooking method that creates soft, perfectly salted chapati every time. Plus, you’ll see how Brandon plates it with ghee, turmeric-lime veggies, and chicken for an easy, insanely good meal. A great resource for gluten-free home cooks looking for a reliable, delicious flatbread they can make on repeat.
How to Lash a Blade to a Handle
Learn a simple but incredibly strong lashing technique for attaching a blade to a wooden handle using nothing more than twine and a vise. In this step-by-step guide, I show you how to make clean, tight wraps, create a hidden pull loop, and lock both ends underneath the lashing so the connection becomes absolutely rock solid. The result is a durable, professional-looking tool with no loose ends and a binding that won’t budge. If you enjoy making or repairing your own tools, this is a method worth mastering.
Two Ways to Tie a Bowline
Learn two quick, reliable ways to tie the Bowline — the knot I call one of the most useful you’ll ever learn. In this step-by-step guide, I show you the classic “rabbit hole” method and a clean, efficient way to tie a Bowline around a pipe or ring. Sailors and climbers love this knot because it creates a strong, dependable loop that’s easy to tie, easy to untie, and keeps roughly 70% of the rope’s strength. Grab a rope, practice a few times, and you’ll use this knot for the rest of your life.
How to Tie the Taut Line Hitch
Discover how to tie the Taut line Hitch—an essential adjustable knot that lets you pull a line tight and keep it tensioned with ease. This quick, step-by-step guide breaks down each move so beginners and seasoned DIYers can use it for camping, tarps, clotheslines, and countless everyday tasks. A simple, reliable knot you’ll use again and again.
Swimming with Sea Lions on Espiritu Santo Island
Dive into one of the most unforgettable wildlife encounters on the planet—swimming with the playful sea lions of Los Islotes near Isla Espiritu Santo in Baja, Mexico. Join Brandon Nelson as he shares a once-in-a-lifetime adventure filled with clear waters, rugged islands, and up-close moments with hundreds of curious, friendly sea lions. A must-read for anyone craving real, immersive Baja wildlife experiences.
Make Turmeric & Lime Chicken & Veggies
Learn my go-to Turmeric and Lime Chicken and Veggies recipe — a fast, adaptable meal that starts with sautéed chicken thighs, onions, cauliflower, and broccoli, finished with turmeric, salt, and a squeeze of fresh lime. In this guide, I also show you how to turn the same base into an entirely new dish: a rich, comforting soup with sweet potatoes, collard greens, chicken broth, coconut cream, fresh cilantro, and goat cheese. If your family loves this recipe but you’re cooking it night after night, this simple variation keeps things interesting without starting from scratch.