Mates Natural

Well, my condom using days are soon to be up. Hubby's had the op (a vasectomy), and in January of 2002 condoms will (hopefully) no longer be required in the bedroom... or anywhere else in the house for that matter. But, until then, it's service as normal, so here comes condom op number 8. It's a little concerning that manufacturers ever had the nerve to call one of their product lines Natural. Tell me, what the hell is natural about a condom? Manufactured bits of rubber latex, or is it latex rubber? (I really should know by now), either way whatever you call it, you can hardly call it natural ... more

In today’s society, we are urged more and more to use condoms during sexual intercourse, not just to avoid unwanted pregnancies but also to reduce the risk of catching unpleasant and sometimes potentially life threatening sexually transmitted diseases. Most men will claim that the wearing of a condom inhibits the sensitivity and enjoyment of the act itself, and stifles pleasure to a large degree. But there are some brands out there that can be worn comfortably without taking away too much of the pleasure of sex, with the added benefit of knowing that you are both protected and safe ... more

Here's a challenge - can I write about condoms without in any way venturing out of a PG rated reality or saying anything that might cause anyone I know to blush? Answer, almost certainly not, but its got to be worth a try. Lets start with the down side. Reasons to hate condoms. 1) reduced sensation. 2) thy make you, your partner, your bed and your hands smell of rubber, and altough some people find that sexy, I don't. 3) you have to stop what you're doing to put them on. 4) you have to stop what you are doing to take them off before they fall off. 5) you then have to think of something to do ... more

...this op is about rubber johnnies, but keep it quiet, I think I can sneak it in without anyone noticing - ugh! - there, done it... I work in the NHS and there's a press release going around at the moment from a Director of Public Health (a doctor to you and me, folks) that the word condom is ultra passe and what we should be referring to is the SHEATH - after all what you're using your old french tickler for is protection of the private parts of the two (or more, I'm no prude) individuals concerned. I couldn't believe it when that particular missive dropped on to my desk - I had to just ... more

I have just seen a review of the Mates Natural and have to disagree. These are excellent condoms for those who are slightly better endowed or who prefer a condom that isn't too tight. They are (equal with Inspiral) the easiest condoms to put on. They are of standard thickness (there are thicker and thinner), but are bigger than the others (length and diameter). The sensitivity is good (tighter condoms around the glans reduce sensitivity for most men). They are sensibly priced if you buy the larger packs and are usually less expensive that other "standard" condoms. They have spermicide, so if ... more