Size of Condoms

madmac187 · 15-09-2009 1:03pm #1

Hi, I have been using condoms eg Durex and Trojan. They all are too small and no where near comfortable. Can I get bigger sizes in Durex?? Or can anyone recommend any Durex Condom model because Im sick of it now at this stage. They are too small making me spread the tip and then try and pull it which is incredible uncomfortable, ever before even getting it on the tip.

From previous experience this has weakened the condom resulting in spliting. Sex isn't pleasureable this way.:(So anyone any ideas?:o

blankblank · 15-09-2009 1:13pm

Hmmm i dont recall ever seeing a selection of different sized ones in ireland, unless i havent been looking right. You could always try and order some online prehaps? I have seen shops in foreign lands (France, Amsterdam etc) where they have specific sizes and shapes for the different male types. It will probably be cheaper to buy online too.

irish_goat · 15-09-2009 1:17pm

http://www.smartpaddy.ie/acatalog/vi.html

Khannie · 15-09-2009 1:27pm

I've had the same trouble in the past. Haven't used a condom in ages though (married). Pretty sure sex shops will sort you out.

madmac187 · 15-09-2009 1:29pm

Khannie wrote: »

I've had the same trouble in the past. Haven't used a condom in ages though (married). Pretty sure sex shops will sort you out.

Thats true never thought of something like that moving to Belfast now so might be easier to get them mybe

madmac187 · 15-09-2009 1:31pm

irish_goat wrote: »

http://www.smartpaddy.ie/acatalog/vi.html

Don't want to really buy online because I have had bad experiences so not putting fate in the lap of the gods buying condoms on the net and then catching something or becoming a daddy either.

But thanks man good idea. Might have to be done yet either.

shellyboo · 15-09-2009 1:31pm

If you're going to Belfast you should be able to get the Durex Comfort XL ones in Tesco. The UK stores have started stocking larger sizes recently.

madmac187 · 15-09-2009 1:33pm

shellyboo wrote: »

If you're going to Belfast you should be able to get the Durex Comfort XL ones in Tesco. The UK stores have started stocking larger sizes recently.

Legend man never thought of them actually

madmac187 · 15-09-2009 1:38pm

I checked the Asda and Tesco website. Asda has normal ones Tescos don't have any on the site

shellyboo · 15-09-2009 1:40pm

You said you didn't want to buy online? If you're buying online you're better using a proper condom site.

Anyway, it was all over the papers a couple of weeks ago that Tesco (just Tesco) are stocking the larger size ones now.

madmac187 · 15-09-2009 1:41pm

shellyboo wrote: »

You said you didn't want to buy online? If you're buying online you're better using a proper condom site.

Anyway, it was all over the papers a couple of weeks ago that Tesco (just Tesco) are stocking the larger size ones now.

Did that include Tescos down here????

irish_goat · 15-09-2009 1:42pm

madmac187 wrote: »

Don't want to really buy online because I have had bad experiences so not putting fate in the lap of the gods buying condoms on the net and then catching something or becoming a daddy either.

But thanks man good idea. Might have to be done yet either.

I've bought online a few times and had no bother at all (and saved a fortune). Plus funny enough, I bought about 24 from one company and they sent me a little satchet of lube along with them. 1 satchet for 24 rides! :pac:

Boots usually have a good selection too.

15-09-2009 1:43pm

Superdrug does a king size in Passante.
There is a superdrug in the square in Tallaght.

shellyboo · 15-09-2009 1:44pm

madmac187 wrote: »

Did that include Tescos down here????

No, like I said above, the UK stores.

madmac187 · 15-09-2009 1:46pm

shellyboo wrote: »

No, like I said above, the UK stores.

No problemo man

Red Sleeping Beauty · 15-09-2009 1:47pm

Use other contraception if you're in a relationship.

madmac187 · 15-09-2009 1:49pm

Alan Rouge wrote: »

Use other contraception if you're in a relationship.

I aint asking her to do that things are'nt great at the momen

Novella · 15-09-2009 3:24pm

You can DEFINITELY get Durex XL in the Republic! They are in Tesco, saw 'em in the one on Parnell Street, behind the counter.

Mr. Presentable · 15-09-2009 3:27pm

Novella wrote: »

You can DEFINITELY get Durex XL in the republic! They are in Tesco, saw 'em in the one on Parnell Street, behind the counter.

And in Tallaght.

shellyboo · 15-09-2009 3:34pm

Novella wrote: »

You can DEFINITELY get Durex XL in the republic! They are in Tesco, saw 'em in the one on Parnell Street, behind the counter.

Excellent! I only saw it in the UK media so I figured it was just the UK stores.

Novella · 15-09-2009 3:37pm

shellyboo wrote: »

Excellent! I only saw it in the UK media so I figured it was just the UK stores.

Yeah, I didn't realise either 'til I was buying Peach Schnapps which was behind the counter also and there they were!

c0mpliant · 15-09-2009 5:02pm

I'll have to try these out myself sometime. Does anyone know if they're bigger in girth or in length or both?

Fajitas! · 15-09-2009 6:11pm

Tesco are indeed stocking the XL sizes back in Eire.

Does anyone know if they're bigger in girth or in length or both?

Both

pikachucheeks · 15-09-2009 8:25pm

Novella wrote: »

You can DEFINITELY get Durex XL in the Republic! They are in Tesco, saw 'em in the one on Parnell Street, behind the counter.

Out of interest, does anyone have any idea why they're stocking them behind the counter?

Surely that would make them more daunting to buy, than the 'normal' ones, stocked on the shelves?

Mr. Presentable · 15-09-2009 9:16pm

Maybe it's not a regular Tesco store. The alcohol is also behind the counter. A convenience Tesco?

15-09-2009 9:22pm

pikachucheeks wrote: »

Out of interest, does anyone have any idea why they're stocking them behind the counter?

Surely that would make them more daunting to buy, than the 'normal' ones, stocked on the shelves?

I used to live around here, and unless things have changed.
I imagine they are keeping the condoms behind the counter, to keep the local kids from nicking them.

CoachBoone · 15-09-2009 9:33pm

Jeeez OP, way to make a guy feel inadequate.

And there was me with my packet of water balloons.

Will · 15-09-2009 9:36pm

some of the different styles of condoms are different in shape and size. e.g durex featherlite are smaller than the ribbed ones etc.

helpful link - http://secure.condomania.com/condomwizard.asp?dept=172

Mr. Presentable · 16-09-2009 8:54am

Will wrote: »

.

helpful link - http://secure.condomania.com/condomwizard.asp?dept=172

:eek: It's about condoms? I told my ma to try condo mania when she was looking for accomodation in Florida :eek:

shellyboo · 16-09-2009 9:11am

pikachucheeks wrote: »

Out of interest, does anyone have any idea why they're stocking them behind the counter?

Surely that would make them more daunting to buy, than the 'normal' ones, stocked on the shelves?

Condoms and razorblades are two of the most nicked items from supermarkets. That's why they keep them behind the counter or in those plastic boxes.

Novella · 16-09-2009 5:00pm

They have other kinds of condoms out on the shelves in that Tesco though!

c0mpliant · 16-09-2009 5:03pm

shellyboo wrote: »

Condoms and razorblades are two of the most nicked items from supermarkets. That's why they keep them behind the counter or in those plastic boxes.

I've heard that before to. I asked a manager once in Dunnes (my manager) and he told me the same. Not sure whether he's simply passing on the myth like everyone else or if thats the reason...

shellyboo · 16-09-2009 6:35pm

Novella wrote: »

They have other kinds of condoms out on the shelves in that Tesco though!

That's so odd!

Red Sleeping Beauty · 16-09-2009 8:33pm

pikachucheeks wrote: »

Out of interest, does anyone have any idea why they're stocking them behind the counter?

Surely that would make them more daunting to buy, than the 'normal' ones, stocked on the shelves?

It's so that everyone can point and laugh at you and make you blush when you walk up and say "a packet of condoms please". It also deters promiscuity. Otherwise all the good catholics would be getting their hands on johnnies far too easily and the church canny be havin that!

(the above is likely to be very untrue)

Fajitas! · 16-09-2009 9:03pm

Alan Rouge wrote: »

It's so that everyone can point and laugh at you and make you blush when you walk up and say "a packet of condoms please". It also deters promiscuity. Otherwise all the good catholics would be getting their hands on johnnies far too easily and the church canny be havin that!

But isn't it just Durex behind the counter? Are other brands on the shelves?

pikachucheeks · 16-09-2009 9:50pm

shellyboo wrote: »

Condoms and razorblades are two of the most nicked items from supermarkets. That's why they keep them behind the counter or in those plastic boxes.

So, they're nicking condoms to get laid and stealing razorblades when their attempts fail! :pac:

I'd be pretty embarrassed buying condoms from behind the counter or bringing ones in plastic boxes up to the counter, to be honest. Not sure why, I guess it's just the fact that there's slightly more extra attention drawn to you buying them, in those ways!

Novella · 16-09-2009 9:59pm

pikachucheeks wrote: »

So, they're nicking condoms to get laid and stealing razorblades when their attempts fail! :pac:

I'd be pretty embarrassed buying condoms from behind the counter or bringing ones in plastic boxes up to the counter, to be honest. Not sure why, I guess it's just the fact that there's slightly more extra attention drawn to you buying them, in those ways!

Ugh, I'd hate to have to walk up to the till in Tesco and be like, "Hey, can I get a box of the extra large condoms, please?!".

PUT THEM WITH ALL THE OTHERS!!!

milod · 17-09-2009 8:40am

Novella wrote: »

Ugh, I'd hate to have to walk up to the till in Tesco and be like, "Hey, can I get a box of the extra large condoms, please?!"

It's about bragging rights! it's a guy thing - no use having a big langer unless you can tell everyone.

Anyway, maybe it's jealousy :rolleyes: but how come you need different sizes when my son can pull a standard condom over his head and inflate it with his nose ??

Unless you have a bizarre mushroom headed mickey, I can't see the problem...

shellyboo · 17-09-2009 1:22pm

Novella wrote: »

Ugh, I'd hate to have to walk up to the till in Tesco and be like, "Hey, can I get a box of the extra large condoms, please?!". PUT THEM WITH ALL THE OTHERS!!!

I'd be delighted! It would be like walking around with a sign saying "my boyfriend has a giant penis". Very satisfying.

milod wrote: »

Anyway, maybe it's jealousy :rolleyes: but how come you need different sizes when my son can pull a standard condom over his head and inflate it with his nose ??

You must be so proud :P:pac::D

I think it's to do with the fact that a penis is a lot more sensitive and squishy and delicate than someone's head.

milod · 17-09-2009 3:23pm

shellyboo wrote: »

You must be so proud :P:pac::D

I think it's to do with the fact that a penis is a lot more sensitive and squishy and delicate than someone's head.

Very proud, that and lighting his farts appear to be his only talents thus far...

As for a sensitive and squishy penis? sounds like the wrong time to put on a condom. I may only require the standard issue, but wild dogs wouldn't put teethmarks in my lad :pac:

shellyboo · 17-09-2009 3:29pm

milod wrote: »

As for a sensitive and squishy penis? sounds like the wrong time to put on a condom. I may only require the standard issue, but wild dogs wouldn't put teethmarks in my lad :pac:

I don't have a penis and I'm still cringing at that mental image.

pikachucheeks · 17-09-2009 3:32pm

shellyboo wrote: »

I'd be delighted! It would be like walking around with a sign saying "my boyfriend has a giant penis". Very satisfying. .

I thought that same thing in my head! ... but was too scared to post it!
:pac:

shellyboo · 17-09-2009 3:33pm

pikachucheeks wrote: »

I thought that same thing in my head! ... but was too scared to post it!
:pac:

Luckily for you, I have no shame :P

Fajitas! · 17-09-2009 3:52pm

milod wrote: »

but wild dogs wouldn't put teethmarks in my lad :pac:

:eek:

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