yes, we know we’ve been slow on the new posts over the last few weeks. fear not, however, as we’re busy working on some new blog upgrades that will be well worth the wait. in the meantime, enjoy this special friday edition of groom-links. cheers!

The Groom’s Cure for Wedding Planning Stress – the groom says

5 Tips for Having a Fun, Memorable Wedding Reception – the plunge project

A Mullet/Food Truck Pre-Wedding Celebration – the knot

5 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Beer – campus socialite

How to Wed Like a Man – culturePOP

Take the Joint Bachelor(ette) Party Test – made man

The Coolest Groom Boutonnieres You’ll See This Week – austin wedding blog

Results of the 2011 Great Male Survey – ask men

Spiderman Comic Book Save-the-Date Card – wedinator

How to Save the World.. While On Your Honeymoon – staggered usa

Well it’s about damn time! The NFL lockout is finally over and now it’s time to get ready for some football. To celebrate this glorious moment and help some brides and grooms cut their budget, we’re offering a limited-time sale on groomsmen gifts! Starting now (July 25th) and going through Wednesday, August 10th, our shopping site is offering 10% off and free shipping on orders over $149

To take advantage of this offer, use the coupon code spring13 at checkout over on The Man Registry website.

Still in search of gift ideas? Take a look at a few new items that we’re now proud to offer. To learn more or purchase, simply click the item images. Cheers!

Mr. Beer allows you to brew your own beer from the comfort of your own home.

The Engraved “Triple Threat” golf tool includes a divot repair, ball marker and stainless steel keychain

The World Famous HB Dimpled Beer Mug – straight from Germany

Customize this Rawlings Baseball Bat with three custom lines of personalziation.

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Now that the NFL lockout is over, we want to hear your Super Bowl predictions. We’ll start with ours: Ravens over Packers. Share yours in the comments section below.

I’ve never considered streaking at a professional sporting event. However, if I did, I can guarantee you that doing it in a wedding dress would never be an option on the table. I guess that’s what makes me different from this guy:

Wedding Dress Streaker Gets Tackled at Braves Game – wedinator

[Ask the Groom] Boudoir Photography – the groom says

[It's a Trap!] The Best Star Wars Groom’s Cake We’ve Seen – bridetide

5 Personalized Groomsmen Gifts Under $40 – ben the groom

[VIDEO] How to Make Amazing Summertime Cocktails – made man

If she doesn't cry, you picked the wrong song.

5 Sentimental Last Dance Songs to Choose From – gig masters

[Bride's Rules?] No Scraggly Groomsmen Allowed – onewed

The Alcoholic’s Guide to Weddings – elegant event entertainment

How Make-Up Sex Delivers Sexual Healing – hitched mag

White Water Rafting Bachelor Parties – firefly group events

Planking. It’s one of the strangest phenomena that I can remember and now it’s taking over the wedding world. I can’t say that I understand it. However, if it’s going to replace the groomsmen jumping photo… I could learn to live with it.

Wedding Party Planking

Bridesmaids planking in Alaska (photo - Barbie Hull Photography)

Bride and groom planking

And yes, there’s even this video feature two groomsmen getting ready for the wedding by doing, what else, planking.

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Have you planked? Would you consider planking at your wedding? Do tell in the comments section below.

Photographers: Do you have wedding planking photos? Send us a link and we’ll add it to our collection (with credit given,of course).

mmmm beer

9 Specialty Beers for Your Wedding Reception – onewed

[CONTEST] Share Your Marriage Proposal, Win $1,000 – robbins brothers

4 Wedding Websites for Grooms – dallas examiner

Engagement Shoot Emergency Kit… For Men – the groom says

[VIDEO] How to Win Any Argument With Her in 5 Minutes or Less – ask men

5 Personal Finance Questions to Ask Before Getting Hitched – art of manliness

The Top 5 Kids Songs For Your Wedding – gig masters

[Man Tips] The 7 Keys Categories of DIY – maxim

[Groom Shots] Flower in His Hair? – well groomed

The 8 Truths About Weddings That No One Ever Tells You – huffington post