Safe Sex and Sex Related Discussions in Thailand

Has anyone actually ever come across a CBJ?

If so where? And why? Doesn't it defeat the whole point?

[QUOTE=The Traveler]NoCBJ4me,

as far as I know the major part of condoms that are sold aren't made from a derivitive of petroleum, they are made of rubber latex, which is "enriched" with a few other ingredients. All in all a natural product. Only a few are made of Polyurethane.

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Thanks Trav,

I guess I was thinking about the ultra thin condoms made of polyurethane. I stand corrected and I learned a bit about latex!

nocbj4me

[QUOTE=Coma Boy]Has anyone actually ever come across a CBJ?
If so where? And why? Doesn't it defeat the whole point?[/QUOTE]

In my experience it is very uncommon. I only got a few in the last 15 years, always at MPs. Last time was at Poseidon. A very cute light-skinned darling skillfully put the cover using her mouth.

She was very good at it but the feeling was weird, not quite as it is supposed to be. So I rushed things to go to FS as I was afraid of losing my concentration :)

I hate condoms!

[QUOTE=Fkkguide]In LOS good condoms are hard to find. Most of them are too small and low quality, made in China or Korea. So bring a good supply of your favorite brand and a few more to trade and give away. Get the kind with a spermicidal lubricant, which will kill bacteria and viri too.
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Fkkguide,

I dare to differ. You can buy Durex size 45 (for Japanese ?), 52 and 54 almost everywhere, at least at any 7/11. That should fit most guys They are reliable, a bit tight but I like them that way, gives a better feeling especially if you use some additional lube "inside".

But I agree that you should avoid the Thai brands. Had to use them twice, one broke and the other one didn't fit. I just couldn't put it on even though a condom should be very elastic. Maybe because I was too worried that it might break again and it was so tight that it pinched off any blood.

AR,

I know a lot about smegma, but by this pic it proves that he is on the verge of being a smegma him self or may be one already.

[QUOTE=The Traveler]Fkkguide,
I dare to differ. You can buy Durex size 45 (for Japanese ?), 52 and 54 .....[/QUOTE]OK, so things have improved a bit, but my favorite brand happens to be Lifestyles Ribbed in pink. Doubt 7/11 in Phuket has THEM.

I bet all condoms are cheaper at Walmart's than in LOS. Can get a dozen for US$1.06 in CA.

Speaking of lube: don't use Vaseline or other petroleum products (f i baby oil) . It dissolves latex! KY only.

Astroglide is the way to go!

nocbj4me

I've been to Thailand a few times, on my last trip, my condoms and I missed each other, thanks to a baggage issue at the airport. I was only without for a couple of days but suffered severe separation anxiety. So, I ventured out to find some replacements. I went to a pharmacy, to a 7-11 and a grocery store looking for something familiar. For some reason I hate the feeling of shopping for condoms as little old ladies and children eye me suspiciously with that tisk-tisk look on their faces. They know why we're here anyway. It's kinda hard to find what your looking for when it's all written in Thai. I'm not huge but I wanted something that wasn't tight or too short. After rumaging through the stock pile, an employee came over and handed me some type of Durex brand. It had the size written somewhere but not in the same numbers that were inscribed on my tape measure at home. That was a joke, no flaming please. I bought those and another colored box for good measure, no pun intended. Well, the length was ok, but I've never gotten to fully roll down a condom all the way before, aahhh, another first, thanks Thailand. However, the fit was tight, not choking me off, turning purple tight, but not comfortable. They also seemed a stronger, thicker material than I was accustomed to. Needless to say, I was happy to have my suitcase and all that it contained, returned to me. Maybe there's a reason they call them Lifestyles. Moral of the story is some things you can pick up along the way, this just isn't one of them. Take them with you, they make good traveling partners, they're there when you need them, they help keep you safe and perfectly happy sleeping on your floor.

[QUOTE=Fkkguide]OK, so things have improved a bit, but my favorite brand happens to be Lifestyles Ribbed in pink. Doubt 7/11 in Phuket has THEM.

I bet all condoms are cheaper at Walmart's than in LOS. Can get a dozen for US$1.06 in CA.

Speaking of lube: don't use Vaseline or other petroleum products (f i baby oil) . It dissolves latex! KY only.[/QUOTE]
Fkkguide,

you are right, you won't find your favourite at a 7/11, only Durex and a few Thai brands. A package (3 condoms) will set you back approx. 50 baht, therefore Walmart is indeed very cheap.

Goodfeller,

the fact that you obviously got the wrong size and the wrong "model" doesn't mean that all condoms available in LOS won't fit your needs.

I used to bring my own but since 7/11 provides all necessary ingredients for a nice night - sometimes including a girl :) - I just buy them there. At the very first time I just bought a package of each "model" to find out which would be best for me. Went to a supermarket which provided a huge variety of Durex and another European brand. So I ended up with around a dozen packages at the cashier. Nobody cared or waved me a smile, just as I would have bought candy instead of condoms. So I guess you are just a bit too shy.

Don't worry, guess most people don't have negative thoughts about it, the opposite should be true. It's a clear sign that you protect yourself and your partner. Doesn't mean you are fucking around. Don't forget, some girls are allergic to contraceptives so condoms are the way to go.

Traveler,

Perhaps there are more options of "style" I could have chosen.I guess my post was directed more towards the newcomber who may not desire to go through the process of discovery purchasing a multitude of condoms. I tried it and wasn't satisfied with what I found. I still think and suggest to anyone going for their first time to bring their own. No arguement needed, just my suggestion.

As for shyness, I'd say it's more a respect issue. Being that I was in the Nana area, I didn't want to come across as another ugly American who was there for one thing only, especially with children and older non-working women around. We're getting a bad reputation as it is and I wouldn't want to be that guy buying 10 boxes of condoms and a bottle of K-Y in front of Thailand's society. I'd rather bring my own for comfort on a variety of levels. Once again, just my opinion. Peace.

[QUOTE=NoCBJ4me]Astroglide is the way to go! [/QUOTE]

ID Millenium, I'd say.

It is silicon-based, and thus even works in the water. In fact, it makes bathroom tiles rather slippery:) On the plus side, it does not dry as water-based lubes tend to do, and it is not sticky. Really worth a try.

Cherry flavored. Courtesy counts.

Hope someone out there is a medical expert. If one is on medication for high blood pressure, is it ok to take vitamin V. What are the consequences if any?

Thanks.

[QUOTE=Duniawala]Hope someone out there is a medical expert. If one is on medication for high blood pressure, is it ok to take vitamin V. What are the consequences if any?

Thanks.[/QUOTE]

Duniawala,

careful! Vit. V is definitely contra-indicated to some blood pressure treatments. Vit. V. effect is basically a contraction of the small veins, which hinders/slows down the blood to flow back to the heart. For that your erection stays longer, but the same effect takes place in your heart!

It increases the blood pressure slightly. Everybody on high pressure treatment should talk to his doctor about the risks.


Giotto