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Questions and Opinions / Are enhancing pouch thongs good for health?
« on: December 25, 2023, 10:33:06 AM »
From trying my first thong 3 years ago to now wearing thongs on a daily basis, it's been a journey for me exploring more comfortable underwear. I find thongs to be a practical undie option considering my anatomy down there. I prefer mostly solid cotton/modal thongs for daily wear. From my limited knowledge, there are 3 types of thong fronts:

1. Pouch thongs: This was the style that converted me to thongs! Amazingly comfortable by providing ample space and support to jewels. To me, these thongs give that natural hang, that feels so normal like I am not wearing anything, and yet provide support. These are my go-to undies (ikingsky, obviously, doreanse, etc)

2. Regular front (no pouch): These feel very similar to briefs that I have worn for majority of my life. They don't have a pouch, and feel very restrictive/tight to me. These are a no-no for me, as my main motivation for a thong is the space it provides in the front.

3. Enhanced poch thongs: I never was interested in these because of how pronouncing they are. Though I bought some 2 years ago, but discarded as I thought it would look very weird wearing under formal trousers (it gives a visible bulge). Off late, I bought some thongs from Gauvine, Cocksox and Oboy brands. All these have enhancing pouches (Oboy < Gauvine < Cocksox). Due to working form home in the last few months, I didn't worry too much about visible bulge. Surprisingly, I found them comfortable as well. But, one thing I am concerned about them is whether they are good for scrotum health. I know the temperature down there should be 1-2 degrees lower than the body temperature, but I feel this type of thong tries to alter the natural hang. This is what I am concerned about. Do these cause higher temperature down there? Do these put some pressure on scrotum that might not be good for health?

I'd like to know from experienced folks here. Also, if you could share which front-style thongs do you typically prefer.

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General Discussion / Your vs Your partner's underwear drawer
« on: June 09, 2023, 02:20:53 AM »
I was looking at my underwear drawer and couldn't help but notice that I now have higher % of thongs than my gf!!

How does the underwear drawer look like for yourself and your partner?

I'll start with mine.

My drawer: 90% thongs, 10% boxers+briefs (for emergency purposes)

Girlfriend's: 60% thongs, 40% bikini and cheeky briefs (I didn't count, it's just an approximation :D)


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Questions and Opinions / Is it safe to workout (legs) in thongs?
« on: May 05, 2023, 07:08:24 AM »
Hi. I usually wear jockstraps when working out. Recently, I started wearing thongs during workouts. It was legs day yesterday that included squats, sumo squats, lunges, split squats, etc. Afte the workout, I felt thong strap went too deep and made the area sore due to a lot of friction.

I have now decided to not wear thongs during leg workouts.

I'd like to know if it was a stupid move to try working out in thongs? Do you guys do legs workout in things?

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Reviews / Has anyone tried Gauvine thongs?
« on: May 02, 2023, 09:14:54 AM »
I recently saw this brand Gauvine on deadgoodundies. They look like replica of Doreanse. Before ordering, I wanted to check on this forum of anyone tried this brand already? What's your take on the fit and comfort? Also, are the sizes accurate or one has to upsize?
Here's the link:
https://www.deadgoodundies.com/guavine-1002-cotton-thong-underwear

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Questions and Opinions / The weirdest reasons against men's thongs!
« on: January 09, 2023, 08:49:01 AM »
So, until now I thought the lamest reason people have against men wearing thongs is that they are not meant for straight men.

Now, I could understand the ignorance regarding the above reason. This is how our society/culture/media has moulded our brains.

But, just few days ago, i happened to hear the lamest reason of all against men thongs. I read that reason a lot in Quora, reddit threads as well as during my conversation with one of my friends over this topic.

That reason is "Thongs are so tiny that they can't contain men's package", "thongs would just squish the jewels", "thongs don't have enough fabric for showers"!

I am a recent thong convert, and the reason I moved to thongs is because they are the best underwear for male anatomy. Thong is the only male underwear that provides support to jewels without squishing them. Although I am a grower, but I can understand the plight of a shower who wears briefs or boxer briefs.

It really pains me that people are making these statements without even having wore one. I think most of these people don't even know that there are specially designed thongs for men. With a big pouch!

When I was having a conversation with my friend, and he mentioned that thongs are not designed for men's anatomy. I shared a link of John Sievers thong with him and said "I will pay for this if you try this for a week and don't like it". Obviously, he laughed it off as joke.

What do you guys think of such ignorant statements? Have you heard this from someone you know?

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Questions and Opinions / Exposed or concealed waistband?
« on: February 16, 2022, 07:28:39 AM »
What's your preferred style in thongs?

Here is my opinion:

Concealed waistband

I am talking about the most popular thong style where the small elastic waistband is hidden behind the fabric.

+ This gives the thong the most proportionate look.

+ When I want the minimalist look, I go for this style. Gf loves the look on me.

- One drawback with this style is that it doesn't provide the best support (unless the I size down, it always goes down the waist in some time).

- If i have to strip down to undies in front in front of people (at changing room at gym, at doctor's, etc), it grabs attention and laughs (sometimes) as the front looks very minimal.

Exposed Waistband

Now, this is not the most popular thong style, but is more popular with briefs.

+ Gives a sober and masculine look from the front.

+ Looks like a brief from the front, so doesn't grab attention if I am stripping down to undies in front of people.

+ Gives amazing support.

- Most companies go for very wide waistband. While, wider waistband works with briefs, but with thongs it does look a bit disproportionate - too large waistband for such a small piece of undie. For example, look at John Sievers waistband thong on International jock.

- Fabric on sides tend to bunch up. I tried John Sievers, Ergowear and Zonbailon. Same problem.

Perfect waistband style

For me, I would love having a thong with a thin exposed waistband. To give you an idea, search for CK carousel thong for women. I don't know why this kind of waistband isn't popular in men's thongs. This would be a perfect combination of looks, fit and comfort.

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Questions and Opinions / Zonbailon thongs!
« on: January 28, 2022, 07:04:16 AM »
Well, it's been around an year since I first started wearing thongs. What started as a gift from my gf for spicing up night, turned out to be a such an eye opener to me that thongs are the most comfortable underwear for men.

After a number of trial and error attempts, I finally found a humble brand that's making some of the most comfortable thongs for men. These are exactly what I was looking for - spacious pounch (per my size), soft and moisture wicking fabric (Bamboo fiber), comfy back strap and not too funky. These are the ones that I am wearing daily since last 2 months.

I think these are actually unbranded thongs (similar to ikingsky). They are only available on Amazon.

For someone who loves wearing thongs primarily for comfort and as a daily wear, this brand (specially Bamboo fiber thongs) is the one to go for. Do try it out.

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Questions and Opinions / How do people perceive men wearing thongs?
« on: March 26, 2021, 03:28:01 AM »
Call me ignorant, but I personally don't have any opinion on what other people wear as their underwear. Just like I don't have opinion on people who prefer wearing shorts vs full length joggers or round neck T-shirts Vs Polo t-shirts, or sneakers vs casual shoes. Only slight opinion I would have about someone wearing different types of underwear:

Boxers: He must be liking the freedom down there
Briefs: I think he likes support down there
Boxer briefs: I think he goes with the fashion trends
Bikini briefs: Likes support and wants to look good
Thongs: Likes support and freedom, and must be confident about his body

Now, I am a recent thong convert (still in progress). When I read few posts on some other forums, I was surprised to know that people/society have so strong negative opinions about thongs and specially men wearing thongs.

My further internet search (quora, etc) really shocked me that people are so concerned and opinionated about a tiny piece of clothing. I would totally understand if the tiny clothing exposes genitals. People are giving reasons that "I don't want to see cellulite and hairy bum", "I don't want to see the shape of genitals, it's gross". Really? Is this the reason? Would you want someone to wear a full face mask because they have acne? Would you want people to wear full length trousers, because you don't like too much hair on their legs?

I think ignorance is bliss. Before knowing about this, I was considering thongs as yet another underwear type. If I don't hesitate wearing briefs in front of my friends, family and neighbors, why would I hesitate wearing thongs in front of them (unless I am shy about showing more skin, which I am not). But now, knowing that people will make strong opinions, I am a bit hesitant wearing it in front of anyone apart from my gf.

What do you think how other people perceive men wearing thongs? My research is mostly internet driven, but I guess you all have real life experiences. This little innocent piece of clothing is getting attention for all wrong reasons - while people should talk about how comfy/uncomfy the structure is or the back string is, but they are talking about "I want to unsee the thought of men wearing thongs"  >:(

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General Discussion / New to thongs. Need guidance
« on: March 22, 2021, 12:49:01 PM »
Hi everyone!

I am quite new to men thongs. I know this is a very long post, but I really need some guidance. But before that it's important that I share the background with you all. I wore my first thong around 6 months ago.

Background

I am/was a regular briefs wearer. An year ago I didn't know that men thongs even exist.

Being a regular briefs wearer doesn't mean I am satisfied with that style. I felt most briefs style too restrictive in the front area. It gives support, but squish the stuff too much. Same problem with boxer briefs. Once I tried boxers, but didn't like the unsupported dangling feel. Since then I thought briefs might be the best that is available for men. That was a compromise.

How it started?

My girlfriend wears thongs occasionally. It was always a turn on for me to see her in thong, but I had no slightest clue that man thongs exist.

6 months ago, she gave me a package and asked me to wear it, and she herself went to the other room to change. I opened the package. It had 2 tiny underwear in red and black. I thought it's women's thongs, but noticed the pouch in front. I wore it without thinking too much as I was focusing more on the action that was gonna happen next.

After the sex, both of us normally wear our underwear to go to sleep. So, I wore that thong and felt really good in the front (while a bit odd feeling in the back). First thing I thought was "Why can't they make normal underwear front like this?" I asked her why did she gift me this, she said "Just like men find them sexy on women, women too find them hot on men".

The Eureka moment!

After few days, while getting ready in the morning, I realized I have ran out of clean underwear. Then, I thought to give that thong a try. After first hour of adjusting the back strap, I almost forgot I was wearing any underwear, while my stuff felt relaxed, supported and not squished. I smiled and thought - I found the most comfortable underwear! Why I didn't know about this? Why I never see this underwear type in stores or online? Why I always thought Thong is a women thing? When I wore it, it didn't feel feminine at all. In fact, it felt manlier than a brief or boxer brief because of the front pouch. It was like a revelation for me.

But, eh..

I started wearing those thongs for 2-3 hours a day. After 4-5 days, I started feeling a bit uncomfortable in the back. I realized the crack has got itchy and sensitive. While I liked the support and freedom in front, the fabric made few other things worse (sweaty junk). I realized that these thongs were made of some synthetic material (nylon or polyester) and it was hot.

I was very disappointed, because as I felt that I found the perfect underwear style for me, I realized it was far from it. Are men thongs a novelty product only? Don't they make it for everyday wear?

The research begins

I opened Amazon and started searching for thongs. I must say I was pleasantly surprised to see men thongs available online. I wamted to avoid cheaper ones, so I ordered a HOM and a Cocksox. When the package arrived, I got disappointed again as the HOM was restrictive in front and it just had a thread in the back, while the Cocksox was pushing my stuff too much in the front.

I ordered a Doreanse, and it was also too tight in front. Well, I had thought that thongs have a comfy front by design, but I was so wrong.

I then started googling about men thongs to understand if men thongs are actually perceived as comfortable daily underwear, and I only heard such great things focusing on comfort and style. So, where did I go wrong?

Then, I came across this forum. I realized there are a lot of experienced thong wearers here. So, I wanted to understand what's the key to find a perfect thong? Do you guys find thongs comfortable? Should I look for a specific brand? Specific fabric?

I could have given off easily, but I still believe that the structure of a thong makes it a perfect underwear. I just don't realise where is it going wrong.

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