The condom thread

**chodeboy** · 03-26-2012

I think he meant the size marked on the box which says 47mm its meant for the 8.8cm girth

**Slow&Steady** · 03-27-2012

Correct. Which is why I asked why do they use those numbers as they make no sense. If I have a 14cm circumference, that is a 45mm diameter and I should need a 45mm size condom but that is NOT the case. I need a 60 mm diameter size and their own sizing guide confirms this as I linked in my last comment. But why?

**staline** · 03-27-2012

47mm condom size means it is the diameter when laid flat so half the circumference (in that case 94mm), therefore if one with a 88mm penis gith uses a 47mm condom, it will definitely slip.

**eow.** · 04-23-2012

How come nobody has ever invented a dick shaped condom instead of this circular BS? The dick is a three-chambered tripod, not a perfect cylinder, so a condom should be modeled after this.

**Remsta** · 07-02-2012

Thnaks this helped a lot!

**Qarzan** · 07-02-2012

Originally Posted by eow.

How come nobody has ever invented a dick shaped condom instead of this circular BS? The dick is a three-chambered tripod, not a perfect cylinder, so a condom should be modeled after this.

Cause then you'd have to be bothered with which end was up, and it might feel funky when not put on correctly. Also, it would be difficult to "roll it on."

In addition, it would add extra costs to production for the shape, and might cause a compromise in structural integrity, ie- easier to break. A circle, or sphere, or perfect cylinder, is less prone to breaking than an irregular shape.

**TurtleProblems** · 07-02-2012

Well, if you have a really wide dick you might wanna go with a larger brand regardless of length. Actually, a regular size condom can infact stretch to fit guys who are 7x5.5-6 in girth but its a tight fit. How about width? A penis about 2 inches wide or more, might wanna consider a larger brand. For example a guy thats only 5 inches long, but over 6 inches in girth, you still might want to consider a larger brand. Width and depth should be considered. Like a guy only 5 inches in girth, but hes really wide. All in all, just get whatever your most comfortable in.

For me I prefer magnums at around 6 girth. Not too tight and not too loose.

**Qarzan** · 07-02-2012

On a somewhat related note, I'll list the condoms I've been using, and my rating (of 5 stars) for feel:

Lifestyles Snugger Fit (3 of 5)
Trojan Ultra Thin Lubricated (4 of 5)
Crown Studded (2 of 5)
Lifestyles Skyn (3 of 5)
Basic brand (3 of 5)

I've just ordered some Okamoto Crown condoms, 12-pack, and will see if they really are the closest to wearing nothing. Excited to be able to try them out!

I've ordered these because they're on the smaller size range, which fit me quite well. I've found it's best to go with what actually fits you instead of trying to impress your girl with ones that are larger than you need, because it will only cause problems when it comes time.

Anyone else have any brands they like?