Fab Dave

I’m sure that you are all the ultimate in the giving and receiving of sexual pleasure, but wouldn’t it be nice to step it up?
The sex toy industry has rapidly changed and expanded to meet the needs of an increasingly diverse audience. Thankfully, sex toys are no longer just neon phalluses or adorable animals (though no one can deny the popularity of the Rabbit). The new technologies and materials involved in modern sex toys can help deepen the experience of pleasure for single folk, couples, and everyone in between. With so many new options out there, how do you decide which ones are best for you?
There are fantasic resources out there, with consumer reviewed products to give you an idea of what you’re getting into. Venus Envy and Babeland both have awesome websites and stores with all sorts of information about what can get you off longer and harder than ever before. To help this process, here’s a list of more popular sex toys, all for under $100.00 to get you started. A hundred bucks is a lot on a student budget, but toys are definitely not a place to be cheap (especially with phthalates in some of the cheaper models).
For men who are willing to explore the awesome power of the prostate, the Aneros Prostate Stimulator could be the toy you’re looking for. The vibrator is not very long, so it doesn’t have to be inserted very far into the anus and it massages the prostate from the inner wall as well as from a small vibrator on the perrenium (aka the taint). Its a great toy for men and women just exploring anal play.
For straight men, the Orbit Ring Vibe can enhance partner sex by acting like a cock ring and keep an erection stronger and lasting longer, while providing vibrations that stimulate the clitoris. This toy can also be used alone, by moving the vibrator down to the base of the scrotum to massage the balls and taint. The Orbit Ring is reasonably priced for its high functionability.
The Violet Rapture may seem small, but its not the size, its how you use it. This toy is set up to be inserted into the vagina with ticklers for the clitoris and the nus. It has an easy to use remote so that you can control the force of the vibrations. Again, this toy depends on the comfort of the user in terms of anal stimulation, but its small size makes the toy beginner friendly while still providing lots of stimulation. Because it massages three sensitive areas, it can bring about a quick and robust climax.
If I could give one negative review, it would be of the Sasi. Though I don’t have personal experience with the Sasi, all of the people I know who have used it have had problems with it. It is supposed to learn over time what the user enjoys to provide a unique and personal experience. It is shaped like a tongue to simulate oral sex, but because the vibes aren’t strong enough and the initial process of letting it know what you like is time consuming, it is a frustrating toy. As great as it sounds to have a perfect cyborg lover, the Sasi just hasn’t lived up to the hype.
These are just a few examples of the many, many different varieties of sex toys. Finding one that is right for you is a very personal process and the toys listed above aren’t going to help everyone get off. If you want to learn more about sex toys and start learning what could work for you, in a fun, safe environment, the GIC is having a Fantasia party on Wednesday March 3rd at 7pm. It’s going to be a couple friendly, queer friendly, everyone friendly event, so bring some cash and an open mind.