RuggedLiving

 

RuggedMade is more than a brand. It is also a lifestyle.

Over the years, we've provided products to folks who thrive on tackling the tough stuff. We're proud of the DIY'ers, outdoor enthusiasts, homesteaders, homeowners, and businesses of all sizes who rely on our products to get things done.

RuggedLiving is our way of acknowledging this community. Here, we'll share with you stories about our awesome customers, provide insight into our products, and have a little fun along the way.

We hope you enjoy it!

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  1. Best Wood for Burning
    Nov 28. 2022

    Best Wood for Burning

    Knowing what type of wood burns well can make or break an enjoyable evening around the fire. Learn about the best wood for burning both in and outdoors.

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  2. How to Fell a Tree: Pro Tips From an Arborist
    Dec 02. 2022

    How to Fell a Tree: Pro Tips From an Arborist

    Line throwing, tree climbing, knot tying, topping, and trimming are all a part of taking down a tree. RuggedMade brand ambassador Jake Pollack is a professional arborist who has mastered all of these skills.

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  3. Marking, Bucking, and Splitting Firewood at the Woodyard
    Dec 08. 2022

    Marking, Bucking, and Splitting Firewood at the Woodyard

    Before you turn that fallen tree into seasoned firewood, you'll need to cut it into useable lengths. In this video, Jake and Jared demonstrate how to mark, buck, and split a newly fallen birch tree in the DudeRanchDIY woodyard.

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  • CJ and the Fam Get Busy With a New RuggedMade Log Splitter
    Feb 08. 2024

    CJ and the Fam Get Busy With a New RuggedMade Log Splitter

    RuggedMade is pleased to announce our newest Brand Ambassador, CJ Mallard of Mallard 5 ( 1) Farmhouse. CJ has a full plate on his 100-year-old homestead in southeastern Ohio and one task - splitting firewood - just got a lot easier.

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  • How to Start a Firewood Business
    Mar 06. 2023

    How to Start a Firewood Business

    Jared and Jake at the DudeRanchDIY woodyard spent some time talking about how to start a firewood business as a side hustle. The key, they agree, is to start small with realistic expectations and consider how much time you have to invest, how much wood you have to sell, and how much you stand...

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  • How to Split Firewood Using a Hydraulic Log Splitter
    Jan 27. 2023

    How to Split Firewood Using a Hydraulic Log Splitter

    Jared and Jake are back in the woodyard discussing how to split firewood using a hydraulic log splitter.  Pick up valuable tips on wood species, log dimensions, and how to split a round with knots.

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  • Comparing RuggedMade Log Splitters
    Dec 20. 2022

    Comparing RuggedMade Log Splitters

    Jake and Jared meet at the farm to discuss the features of three popular RuggedMade log splitters - the RS-322, the RS-737, and the RS-537. These guys know a thing or two about wood splitting, so if you're in the market for a log splitter, be sure to check this out.

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  • Trying Out Plate Compactors In the Woodyard
    Dec 14. 2022

    Trying Out Plate Compactors In the Woodyard

    RuggedMade brand ambassador, Jake from DudeRanchDIY, has been upgrading his woodyard. Once he added a layer of asphalt millings around the site, we decided to bring down some plate compactors to put the finishing touch on the project.

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