Why isn't there a wider variety of condom sizes?

Blitzen15

The vast majority of condoms come in a standard size, it seems crazy to me that there isn't an array of sizes similar to shoe size or other garments. After all a condom that is too big or too small could have a huge impact on your life. I know there are different sizes but there isn't enough of a variety of different sizes and shapes.

kaimera

problem buying half inch sized condoms isit?

Duck's hoop

"Shapes'"?

teatreeshamble

I too have got sick of crap size selection of condoms in Irish stores. Go on to Amazon and search for My Size Condoms.
Sold by condom-discount and fulfilled by Amazon. Absolutely no complaints since I ordered mine. Wide range of fits.

kylith

Since a regular condom will stretch enough to fit over your head I don't see why there'd be a market for bigger ones. Smaller ones would be logical, but I can't see many men being happy to buy XS johnnies.

galwayrush

Sounds like it's only a small problem OP..:D

The Master

Just cut the little finger off a rubber glove and you'll be fine OP

Daqster

Pointless, as even if the correct size, no guy would ever buy Medium, Small or, heaven forbid, Xtra Small.

joeperry

Always wondered about lads looking for bigger sizes considering I've seen people putting normal ones over their heads

El Horseboxo

No problems with sizes in the US. Seems to be only standard and then larger though. Trojan do decent larger ones.

suicide_circus

"Can i get a Price check on a 3 pack of extra small condoms? Thats EXTRA SMALL..."

Captain Chaos

I have to get wider fitting ones as the standard width of durex ones is far too tight and regularly split down the side on me. Standard mates are wider than durex and a far far better.

rovoagho

The Master wrote: »

Just cut the little finger off a rubber glove and you'll be fine OP

Tayto packet and sellotape.

OP, they're made of rubber. You're either doing it wrong, or you should be asking for a diaphragm.

qo2cj1dsne8y4k

What I find weird about condoms is, very few places sell the latex free ones. The town where I'm from doesn't have Boots, and none of the chemists sell anything other than durex. Sometimes tesco has them but not always. And there's definitely no chance of getting them at 3:30 on a Sunday morning in the likes of applegreen or topaz.

ted1

El Horseboxo wrote: »

No problems with sizes in the US. Seems to be only standard and then larger though. Trojan do decent larger ones.

There actually is a problem as the FDA have made it illegal to sell large condoms and have strict regulations with regards size

ted1

kylith wrote: »

Since a regular condom will stretch enough to fit over your head I don't see why there'd be a market for bigger ones. Smaller ones would be logical, but I can't see many men being happy to buy XS johnnies.

The head contains a skull which keeps the condom open. A penis has no nine and relies on blood flow to maintain an erection a over tight condom restricts the blood flow

Daveysil15

As someone who has worked for Durex, I can tell you there are a vast array of sizes, colours, textures etc.

awec

LexieOnRale wrote: »

What I find weird about condoms is, very few places sell the latex free ones. The town where I'm from doesn't have Boots, and none of the chemists sell anything other than durex. Sometimes tesco has them but not always. And there's definitely no chance of getting them at 3:30 on a Sunday morning in the likes of applegreen or topaz.

You can get the Mates ones in basically any chemist I have been in to, but that is maybe just Dublin.

Mollyd90

Daqster wrote: »

Pointless, as even if the correct size, no guy would ever buy Medium, Small or, heaven forbid, Xtra Small.

They could do like Starbucks and sell big, bigger, biggest instead of s, m, l

qo2cj1dsne8y4k

awec wrote: »

You can get the Mates ones in basically any chemist I have been in to, but that is maybe just Dublin.

Only get those in boots and sometimes tesco around these parts. All chemists seem to stock are stupid durex latex

Professey Chin

LexieOnRale wrote: »

Only get those in boots and sometimes tesco around these parts. All chemists seem to stock are stupid durex latex

To the internet for bulk buying!

looking_around

LexieOnRale wrote: »

What I find weird about condoms is, very few places sell the latex free ones. The town where I'm from doesn't have Boots, and none of the chemists sell anything other than durex. Sometimes tesco has them but not always. And there's definitely no chance of getting them at 3:30 on a Sunday morning in the likes of applegreen or topaz.

I'm allergic to the latex, .... which sucks. Wish they had some "fun" latex free ones too.
Can only get latex free in likes of boots, some larger chemists also have'em.
But it's only one choice (sometimes 2 if they include durex latex free).

I really don't get why people would use Durex condoms. They're absolutely terrible for the most part - you can get much better Online.

El Guapo!

I feel your pain OP. I need to get XL black bin liners......













.....to put the body in afterwards.

IvyTheTerrible

kylith wrote: »

Since a regular condom will stretch enough to fit over your head I don't see why there'd be a market for bigger ones. Smaller ones would be logical, but I can't see many men being happy to buy XS johnnies.

Well if a fella is bigger in that department and wears a condom that is too small, it risks bursting. And one that is too big risks slipping off. So it's an issue on both ends of the spectrum.

BNMC

OP must be planning a posh ****.

Bless.

cantdecide

Sizing issue is easy. Change the sizing charts as follows.

XS= XL
S= XXL
M= XXL
L= XXXL
XL= XXXXL
XXL= XXXXXL

The Diabolical Monocle

I always wondered how those fellas in the pornos with the big bendy langers cope.

You know the ones with a banana type bend in them.

spank_inferno

120 litre bin-bag FTW.

ElvisChrist6

I actually can't believe the amount of potentially adult people saying you don't need different sizes of Johnnies... It's pretty important they fit, you know?

Billy86

joeperry wrote: »

Always wondered about lads looking for bigger sizes considering I've seen people putting normal ones over their heads

Yeah but is there anything worse than having one a johnny be too small and winding up with a numb cock while you're going at it? Sure she's delighted since you're going forever, but it gets to the point where you just get bored and almost eager to get it over with since you can't feel a bloody thing down there!

looking_around

Billy86 wrote: »

Yeah but is there anything worse than having one a johnny be too small and winding up with a numb cock while you're going at it? Sure she's delighted since you're going forever, but it gets to the point where you just get bored and almost eager to get it over with since you can't feel a bloody thing down there!

Tbh, there's lasting a while, and no end to it.

Billy86

looking_around wrote: »

Tbh, there's lasting a while, and no end to it.

How feckin' stupid do I feel that I only found out there are non-latex condoms off this thread!? This thread might be the greatest Christmas present I'll ever get if they're as good as I'm thinking!!

Bet they're a 'mare to get in pharmacies in Dublin, but I'll definitely be checking everywhere when I'm in town for some of the sales next week.

whupdedo

rovoagho wrote: »

Tayto packet and sellotape.

Salt and vinegar are the best, just make sure to turn the salty side out

suicide_circus

Codoms are for sailors

Gummy Panda

Tatyo bag is where it's at.

Cheese & onion masks the smell of benji

Daveysil15

Billy86 wrote: »

Yeah but is there anything worse than having one a johnny be too small and winding up with a numb cock while you're going at it? Sure she's delighted since you're going forever, but it gets to the point where you just get bored and almost eager to get it over with since you can't feel a bloody thing down there!

Featherlite man, they're the only ones worth using. The rest are mostly shyte.

Overheal

socks: ribbed for your pleasure

batman88

A friend who was 15 at the time tried to use a plastic bag before.

looking_around

Billy86 wrote: »

How feckin' stupid do I feel that I only found out there are non-latex condoms off this thread!? This thread might be the greatest Christmas present I'll ever get if they're as good as I'm thinking!!

Bet they're a 'mare to get in pharmacies in Dublin, but I'll definitely be checking everywhere when I'm in town for some of the sales next week.

Go to boots, they always have the SKYN brand, and are all non-latex afaik.

ElvisChrist6

looking_around wrote: »

Go to boots, they always have the SKYN brand, and are all non-latex afaik.

Boots in Dublin have Skyn? The big Bootses like in Jervis? Jaysus, that'd be really good to know if so, I was going to order some!!

Aidric

Thread started by Blitzen15. Obviously carrying a raging horn after the Christmas rush. Ask Santa.

looking_around

ElvisChrist6 wrote: »

Boots in Dublin have Skyn? The big Bootses like in Jervis? Jaysus, that'd be really good to know if so, I was going to order some!!

I haven't seen a boots shop that doesn't.
Their webpage has them, and feck if Mallow stocks them surely Dublin does.

awec

ElvisChrist6 wrote: »

Boots in Dublin have Skyn? The big Bootses like in Jervis? Jaysus, that'd be really good to know if so, I was going to order some!!

Every boots should have them. And most other pharmacies.

Most pharmacies do Durex and Skyn, the Durex may be more prominent on the shelves.

looking_around

awec wrote: »

Every boots should have them. And most other pharmacies.

Most pharmacies do Durex and Skyn, the Durex may be more prominent on the shelves.

My local pharmacy only has Durex. In fact most pharmacies I;ve seen only sell Durex. Admittedly they are smaller pharmacies.

FizzleSticks

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qo2cj1dsne8y4k

ElvisChrist6 wrote: »

Boots in Dublin have Skyn? The big Bootses like in Jervis? Jaysus, that'd be really good to know if so, I was going to order some!!

Some tesco have them too

looking_around

FizzleSticks wrote: »

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Umm, what da fuq?

I use latex free ones because I'm allergic to latex.
I'm not worried about STD's, I'm in a monogamous relationship.

Mint Aero

What happens if a person is allergic to latex and uses a latex condom?

qo2cj1dsne8y4k

Mint Aero wrote: »

What happens if a person is allergic to latex and uses a latex condom?

Different for everyone I guess. For me it felt like a yeast infection, that didn't respond to treatment. Even latex gloves irritates and burns my hands so its worse elsewhere

Wacker The Attacker

You should see my Johnnies.

Whoppers they are