Despite being called MicroThin, and maybe even actually BEING micro thin, these units had the most godawful ability to absorb sensation and transport it into the ether, never to be felt again. I thought maybe on initial try, maybe a bad day was to blame, but on second try, my suspicions were confirmed. I wouldn’t be surprised to find out that a secret ingredient in the condom formulation was cement. They were a little snug which made me, being a guy of exceptionally medium proportions, feel pretty good about myself. Sadly, that’s the only pleasant thing I have to say about the Kimono MicroThins. When we removed them for the final part of the review, they left a rather icky rubbery taste along with a smell that accurately foreshadowed said flavor. The packaging was a little thick, and thus harder to tear open, but they went on fairly smoothly. That isn’t nearly enough to salvage them as a functional condom.
I sent my male reviewer Clix a whole bunch of condoms from Early to Bed to test out and review. He did all the dirty (fun) work for you so you can just sit back, read up, and choose the best condoms for yourself based on his experiences.
Once a week I will add a new review of a condom he tried out and wrote up. This week’s review is for Roomier One with the pleasure dome.
I’m not going to lie, I managed to pick this particular condom as my first to review because of the artwork on the wrapper (wrappers come in varying designs). The external imagery caught my eye, and the round shape was easy to pick out amongst the pile of squares. One of the key factors I’ve found in condom selection has been the ease of package opening. I was cursed with a penis that can lose interest rather quickly if steady stimulation isn’t kept up, so if a condom isn’t easy to remove from packaging and slip on in the heat of the moment, I run the risk of diminishing firmness. The requirement of continued stimulation also leads to a problem with condoms that fail to transmit adequate sensation and temperature. Luck was on my side with the selection of the One with pleasure dome. The package came open quickly, it rolled right on, and the rest of the testing began. The lubrication on the condom was just enough to enhance what was naturally in place without becoming too lubricated, and it managed to stay in place quite well. The roomier tip gave a little extra sliding sensation which when coupled with the fact that these guys provide superior warmth/sensation transmission provided for an extremely enjoyable romp in the hay. The taste/smell test offered some positive results, with there being little to no noticeable condom fragrance and a flavorless lube residue that dissipated quickly. My partner’s response was positive as well, noting that it didn’t feel too grippy during penetration and she was still able to detect the texture variations provided by my piercings rather easily.
Hi! A friend just turned me onto your site and it’s already been really helpful! But I noticed that you don’t seem to have any entries about cock rings… I’ve seen some in stores that are stretchy, others that are leather, but what do you think is best? Also, I used to think that cock rings were just for keeping a man from cumming, but apparently there’s more to it than that? Please, enlighten me!
Cock Curious
I’m glad you’re enjoying the site and thanks so much for the question. To all of you readers out there, if you think there is something missing from my blog, please don’t hesitate to send an email letting me know what you’d like to see more of.
Yes, cock rings can help to keep a man from ejaculating as soon as he might normally, but they also have lots and lots of other uses too! And they also come in a number of different materials from stretchy jellies and elastomers to rigid rubber and steel.
My boss over at Early to Bed recently made a video about cock rings so I figured that would be a great way to share the info you’re looking for.
There are a couple things I would like to add to what she said. First of all, the leather vibrating cock ring she shows can also be used around the testicles as well as the shaft.
Also, a great beginner cock ring is this bolo tie style cock ring. It is really easy to put on and adjust and is pretty inexpensive. It is a great way for men to figure out if they like cock rings or not.
Finally, I’d like to add that there is one more use for cock rings not mentioned by my boss. Sure they’re great at making erections last longer, making them harder, helping to delay ejaculation, and stimulating the clit, but they’re also great for keeping condoms on. If you find that you have difficulty with condom slippage, cock rings are great for keeping a condom secure. This can be especially helpful with polyurethane condoms which often have slippage issues, men whose penises are smaller than average, and sex toys that don’t quite have the size and shape of a penis but you would prefer to have sheathed for hygienic reasons.
As far as what I think is best, well I feel that is a matter of opinion. But I do stress that if the man in question is new to using a cock ring, he should use one that is easy to remove if necessary. So it should be stretchy, adjustable, or easy to cut off. Stay away from metal! I’d even recommend not using the rubber o-ring style ones right off the bat as they can be difficult to cut off if you’re panicked at all.
Hi, I am 23 years old, I am not yet ready to get pregnant but my boyfriend keeps asking about my virginity. I told myself that I will not give my virginity but the time we had romance we both felt hot we can’t control. My question goes like this: We had sex after my period and almost 1 week we involved in sex but we use withdrawal method, is there a possibility that I get pregnant?
Most questions I receive don’t phase me, but this one got me. In fact I often don’t even answer questions right away when I get them, but I think this one deserves a quick answer.
Yes, you can get pregnant from the withdrawal method. This method is far from fool proof. When a man gets an erection a clear fluid leaks out of his urethra. This is called precum and it can have sperm in it. This can get you pregnant. Also, a lot of guys, especially the younger and/or more inexperienced ones, don’t have the control or the body awareness to be able to pull out before ejaculation. This can definitely result in pregnancy.
And then there are all the possible infections and/or diseases you can contract from unprotected sex. Just genital to genital contact is enough for a lot of stuff to be contagious.
So please PLEASE go out and get yourself some condoms. Also go to the doctor and get yourself tested for any STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections) and get yourself a pregnancy test.
And for those of you out there who are committed to remaining virgins: this doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t still be prepared. The heat of the moment happens and it is better for you to have safer sex gear (condoms, lube, dental dams, gloves) on hand just in case. Please be safe and have fun.
Here is that condom comparison blog I have been promising. This is the first time this young man has reviewed anything, but he is always bugging me about free condoms so I thought I’d make him work for them this time. A little background info: All three condom types are latex. The Mamba condoms were provided by Babeland in the Eco-Sexy Kit. The blurb they include about them is “Made of silkiest feeling latex you’ll find in a condom, the Mamba is a snugger fit than our others. The Swedish manufacturer’s testing process is 15 times more stringent than any other condom company in the world. So the Mamba is not only built for sensation, it boasts a Volvo-like safety record.”
The Babeland condom was provided by Babeland (obviously) in the Bunny Love Kit. There is no info about these condoms on the website, but the back of the wrapper said that it was studded.
Trojans are what this guy normally uses so he is comparing those to the aforementioned condoms.
And on with the show …
The first condom is one I normally use: lubricated Trojan-ENZ. I use this particular number because I know it, I trust it, and it is easily found in virtually any convenience store. The material is latex and has a good amount of lubricant. The packaging can be difficult to open. This is troublesome especially when you’re girlfriend/date is getting out of the mood, or you have a time limit. While partaking in the act, it pretty much does what it is supposed to do: keep you out of parenthood. Clean up is a hassle as some of the excess fluid tends to seep out of the rim. I just figured all condoms were like this so I really didn’t think much of it. Until I sampled these next two brands: Mamba and Babeland.
I’ve never heard of either, but I was willing to try something different. The first thing about Mamba that tickled my fancy was that the packaging was really easy to open. You just tear it down the center. No more hassle and no more lost opportunities for me or my date. The fit is very comfortable as it conforms to the contour of the penis. It feels and operates like any other condom; however, taking it off is the money maker. The head end of it is larger than your everyday condom as it is more bulbous in shape. This is beneficial during clean-up because it traps all of the fluids in the head and reservoir tip. A good experience overall.
Mamba’s performance was notable, thus I was reluctant to try the Babeland-branded condom. However, for the sake of writing this comparative article, I gave it a shot. This one was different from the two I talked about because it was a studded condom. The package was very similar to that of the Trojans, therefore a little more difficult to open quickly. As for the usage, I had to consult my partner since it felt the same to me. She said that she can really feel the “little bumps” and enjoyed it overall. The bad part is that she may never let me use regular condoms again. The good part is that we both enjoyed ourselves; a goal that some sex partners struggle to achieve, especially in longer relationships. As a whole, the Babeland condom is a quality product.
Here is an article I wrote a few years ago for a website that no longer exists (a few changes have been made):
If you experience itching, burning, rashes, or irritation of any kind right after or during sex you could very well have an allergy to the condoms being used. There are several possibilities of what you could be allergic to: the spermicidal lubricant known as Nonoxynol-9, fragrances, or latex. Experiment with different condoms to see what you are allergic to. The first two are easy enough to avoid; just don’t buy condoms with Nonoxynol-9 or those banana or orange flavored condoms, both very easy to find. All of these condoms will have about the same rate of efficacy. Latex, on the other hand, is a bigger issue.
What happens when you have an allergy to latex is that your immune system thinks that the latex is a dangerous substance and attempts to remove it from your body by giving you rashes or itching. Latex allergies develop over time so you might not have any issues at all for years and then one day it starts to itch and burn. About 7% of people develop a latex allergy.
There are two other materials that condoms are made of besides latex: lambskin and polyurethane. Lambskin is made from the intestines of a lamb. Yeah, I know gross, right? Well, don’t worry you shouldn’t use these. They are effective in preventing pregnancy, but because they have small pores in them they still let fluids pass through which carry HIV and other scary diseases.
Polyurethane, on the other hand, is made from plastic and has a slightly lower efficacy rate than latex. The problem is that polyurethane isn’t as stretchy as latex so the condoms are made a bit bigger than the average latex condom. The reason this is an issue is because 1. they slip off more easily, which as long as you’re aware of this is easily preventable and 2. if your partner or dildo is on the larger side the condom is more likely to break, which is not as preventable unfortunately.
There are actually many people who are not allergic to latex who use polyurethane condoms because they actually have a lot of advantages. Polyurethane is thinner, transfers heat better, stronger, can be used with oil based lubricants, and doesn’t have an odor or taste. There are disadvantages as well; polyurethane is not as stretchy as mentioned earlier, they are more expensive, and they are harder to find.
The only two polyurethane condoms on the market in the US currently are Trojan Supra and Durex Avanti. There are a couple differences between these two brands. The Trojans are slightly smaller in size than the Durex, which is especially helpful if you are trying to avoid slippage. Trojans have Nonoxynol-9 and Durex do not, which is important if you’re also allergic to spermicide. Experiment with both and find out which works best for you.
