Quest

LOL! Why embarassed? This is part of the human nature to have sexual needs and buying condoms is something that mature people admire.

I once had a conversation many moons ago while purchasing condoms and the cashier (female, in her 40s) credited me for being a responsible young person. She noted that not too many youngsters are brave enough to face the public RE: for protection. She said that she just wished that her son could have the guts to do the same thing too...

Anyways, I'm not embarassed in doing anything at all. If my SO wants me to go buy pads/tampons, I'll do it pronto (so long as I know what she wants). Anything that is being openly offered/available in the health section is meant to be purchased and used so what's the shame for being human?

Quest

I use Okamoto exclusively, until my stock runs out.

Trojans and Durex are too "thick" to my liking...these are made for "insensitive" men only (grin).

Quest

London Drugs used to sell Okamoto (beyond 7) until about 3 yrs ago, and they took them off the shelf due to lack of sales (or better yet: serious price hike). I bought out all the remaining stock from one particular location and I think I'm good until 2010 or 2012 or something like that (until they expire).

As far as breakage's concerned, I've yet to encounter breakage with Okamoto (not even once). I had 1 breakage with trojan and 2 breakages from lifestyles. I personally like the warmth of Durex polyeurthane ones but they can feel somewhat "plasticky" like black garbage disposal bags. Poly ones, however, is also the main ingredients in making femidom? (female condom). Apparently, one has to lube it really well (even with a femidom) for the inside part is not lubed.

I know in HK, Okamoto carries 003 which is, proportedly the thinnest in it's class. I've yet to try it but I would love to some day.

So long as you or your partner isn't allergic to latex, you'll be fine. low odor latex is the mainstream these days for there are some low quality ones that smells terrible, straight off the package.

I once fell in love with "dry" condoms, noticeably with Trojan brand but as time goes by, I like those silky smooth ones that are particularly thin and sensitive. Okamoto seems to provide a better fit amongst asian men.

Lastly: do you know that no matter what brand you go for, the nominal width (girth) of your johnson is approx 52mm and the largest ones (e.g. Trojan Magnum are around 57 or 58mm? or something like that) So, there isn't such a thing called "one brand fits better than the other" for they are statistically "correct" for over 80% of the human population. If you want a tight fit, make sure you wipe the base of your johnson dry before you roll it on. That way, it will lessen the chance of a lubed condom slipping off. Besides, what the hell are you doing with your johnson that would require such serious friction anyways??



[ 本帖最後由 Quest 於 2007-12-11 08:04 編輯 ]

Quest

Not sure what you mean by 不二乳膠 安全套

Is it some kind of new brand or a type of plastic you are referring to?

Q.

*BTW: it's honourable that you folks are conscious enough to practice safe sex...you posters get my applause*

Quest

Trust national brands over some gawd-knows-what for your partner and you will be at-stake if the condom fails.

Over the years I've seen thailand made condoms, india (biggest exporter/rebrander believe it or not, even some N.A. national brands at one time uses them as OE supplier for condoms, bears a characteristic strong latex smell the moment you rip open the package, not trustworthy by my standards), mainland china, etc. I would not trust mainland chinese stuff just like I would not trust their food stuff and drinks... (just me)

most European made ones if they pass their standards, are usually trustworthy (all British made/used ones shall have a BS standard code). Most national brands here in general are ok but too thick to my liking.

Quest

Personally, I'm against carrying condoms in wallets or pockets at all times, citing the possibility of ripping and damaging due to "wallet motion" and also the heat-cold cycle will drastically weaken it. Don't be surprised that your wallet-bound 3 month old condom breaks in the middle of the action and you'll be cursing your life for it.

As to whether you/your partner is prepared and have condoms ready, truth is, I usually carry some and my other part does to. If neither one of us have any on hand, I'll go to the nearest drug store and purchase a 3-fer in a pack for quick use and both of us are quite comfortable with that for if you are serious about the person you wanna make love to, the extra effort in acquiring some condoms and the protection for both party is well worth the effort and the thoughts too...

Quest

While I admire your honesty Hyde, truth is, sex comes with responsibilities and consequences so one has to take  it seriously.

Yes, no protection is better but what about pregnancy, diseases, HPV transmission (note: we aren't talking about HIV/AIDS here but Human Papillo Virus(sp?)? Also sometimes for the sake of hygene.

Yes, one may argue that condoms does not provide 100% protection against everything (abstinence does), reality has it that condom is the best thing out there for you, even from a health-related perspectives.

IMHO not wearing condoms for sex (unless you have family planning and you are committed to your SO into long-term relationships) can be taken as a crime.

I don't wanna be involved in discussions RE: promiscuous sex or similar. I'm posting here to give as accurate info as possible to share with you all.