I know we have tons of guys who read the blog, that needs great work out underwear. Underwear that feels great, looks good and performs well at the gym. A new line to check out is the SupaWear Turbo collection. The Turbo features a premium sweat wicking Tactel to keep you cool and dry in hot and sweaty conditions.
Some of the awesome features
Slim fitted to give a slimming silhouette and show off assets
Single layered scoop pouch to give you an enhanced but natural lift as well as contour, shape and support everything
Creates a ‘contact-less’ support to reduce chaffing and sweating
Made from sweat wickingtactel and quick dry polyester to keep you cool and dry
4-way stretch mesh to provide maximum mobility
The line comes in three different styles. They are the Boxer Brief, Brief and Jock. Each comes in the Blue/Red or Orange/Black color combos.
Pair: SupaWear Turbo Boxer Brief Color: Blue/red or Orange/Black Fabric: Solid: 100% Premium Tactel, Mesh: 85% Polyester / 15% Elastane Sizes: X-Small – X-Large Price: See site
Pair: SupaWear Turbo Brief Color: Blue/red or Orange/Black Fabric: Solid: 100% Premium Tactel, Mesh: 85% Polyester / 15% Elastane Sizes: X-Small – X-Large Price: See site
Pair: SupaWear Turbo Jock Color: Blue/red or Orange/Black Fabric: Solid: 100% Premium Tactel, Mesh: 85% Polyester / 15% Elastane Sizes: X-Small – X-Large Price: See site
I know so many guys out there love a great pouch. One brand to try with an amazing pouch is Sukrew. No matter the style you will love their pouch. Including the boxer brief.
The gear was furnished by LED Queens. The review are my own and not influenced by LED Queens.
Rating: 9.5/10
Daily Fit: 8/10
Sizing: 10/10
Construction: 10/10
Styling: 10/10
Daily Performance: 10/10
Pros: Vivid colors, great design and build quality, great compression and shape.
Cons: Pretty tight ankle so they can be difficult to put on sometimes. The crotch sagged slightly but I probably just needed a bigger pair so I could pull them up a little more. Sizing is a challenge.
UNB Jacob recommendation: I love the brand because it is LGBT-owned, and adore the product. I would highly recommend them for anyone looking for mens tights but would be hesitant to recommend these to anyone on the thicker side.
As a personal trainer, I’m in the gym every single day, so being able to mix up my gym apparel and get away from my usual gym shorts and tank has been great. I’ve been looking forward to reviewing this brand for a while because they really are gorgeous products made by a queer-owned fitness brand. I received the LED Queens Rocket Compression Tights to review, their first compression product that uses a unique nylon/spandex blend to provide a high shine appearance.
The Rocket compression tight is just as “freeing” as most tights, while efficiently wicking away body heat. I mostly used them to workout in and on leg day they’re pretty flattering with a leg/butt pump. I wore them under shorts while I wasn’t at the gym and still received a lot of compliments on the really pretty stripe along the side.
The quality of construction and design is outstanding; comparable to Nike and Lululemon pairs that I’ve worn before. They don’t chafe and the stitching is strong and durable. The colorsand overall quality of the fabric is also something I love about the pair as they’re very vivid and shiny.
Overall LED Queens does really well with sizing and fit; this specific pair can be difficult to size though. The legs are pretty slim and while I don’t have particularly big legs, the size I would order based off of my waist size (28”, so small) would not come close to fitting because I almost need a large. I’m not saying this is a bad thing, just something to be aware of when ordering.
Overall I love the brand because it is LGBT-owned, and adore the product. I would highly recommend the for anyone looking for mens tights, but would be hesitant to recommend these to anyone on the thicker side.
Just launched, the new Cellblock 13 Vector collection of jockstraps, harnesses, wrestling singlets (with rear zipper) and socks at Jockstrap Central. They brought their hunky Irish model, fitness instructor and nutrition guru Seamus (his accent makes them weak!) to take the new gear for a test drive!
The gear is made with a skin-tight rubber-look fabric with soft, almost terry-cloth backing (so it feels great next to your skin). It’s slick, it’s modern and it’s sporty.
In men’s fashion, cotton has long been considered the king of fabrics. But as Deadgoodundies.com note from the UK, there can be an improvement on nature’s best… Increasing use of modal, viscose and Lyocell yarns in male underwear, sometimes solo, often in a mix with cotton, is revolutionising the fit, feel and features of boxers and briefs. These cellulose fibres, made from wood pulp, are breathable, colourfast and feel like cotton or silk, depending on the finish. These materials won’t trap perspiration or odours, have great stretch-recovery, resist shrinkage and they’re up to 50% more absorbent than cotton alone. Purists, take note.
NEW LINE From the maestros of ergonomic enhancement – Ergowear’s new X3D line including this brief, a mini boxer and thong in black, olive green or a great shade of pink called Dusk. Made from 90% viscose 10% Spandex to fit like a silky glove.
NEW COLOUR In 62% cotton 22% cotton 13% elastane, HOM’s luxury HO1 Mini Brief is an update and improvement on the original best seller. With an updated waistband and recently launched in a sixth colour (jeans blue) this men’s underwear is the right choice for gents who want a classic shape in a modern fabric.
HIGHLY RATED by DGU customers who give this simple men’s string a lot of stars in their reviews – many for the 95% micro modal 5% elastane fabric which is slightly ribbed and praised for being so tactile, comfortable and supportive. This T-back thong comes in black, white and navy blue.
COOLING Men who run hot generally or those who just love to run appreciate the fabric of Comfyballs’ sporty Wood underwear designs, including this one in 45% modal 45% cotton 10% Lycra. This is a technical fabric produced using a carbon neutral process so it ticks the eco-friendly box as well as providing maximum comfort.
ULTIMATE Indulgent underwear for men who treat their genitals like royalty. In 47% silk, 47% viscose and 6% elastane this tanga’s pouch is lined and the deep waistband has a velvety finish. The result is a brief fit for a king.
RETRO The S by Sloggi collection is the brand’s foothold in premium men’s underwear – this brief comes in a clever ‘drawer’ box which makes it a great gift idea. In 47% cotton 47% cotton modal 6% elastane and a deep sided cut with no back or side seams, this product is bought from DGU on repeat by gents who appreciate the quality and flattering shape, retained wash after wash.
As I have said in a post earlier this week that the shows are not what they used to be for men’s underwear/swimwear. February is the big show, and then in August, there are just a few brands present.
Here is a list of the brands I meet up with:
2EROS
Olaf Benz
ManStore
Cocksox
Wood Underwear
2(X)IST
Gregg Homme
Papi
There is one new one that isn’t in the US market yet that we will cover in the next month or so!
This is way down from 20-30 brands back in the day. The brands that were there do have some fantastic things coming. Two brand that I can’t wait to see is Cocksox and 2(X)IST. Also, I am looking forward to sharing Olaf Benz and Manstore more!
You may notice there aren’t many pictures for this post. That is because no one has models at the show anymore. This would be great content for us as out Brief Distractions and videos. However, those days at the show are gone. Which I think sucks because it makes the job of reporting on the show much harder. I mean, how many pictures of underwear booths can you see?
The show is moving out of its longtime home at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, and moving to the Las Vegas Convention Center. This is the largest convention center I have been attended a show. It’s Massive and one thing I hate about it. However, they want it all under one roof. This starts in August.
Look for our coverage of the awesome new stuff as soon as it’s released. I have been sworn to secrecy until then!
Does this model look familiar? It’s Philip Fusco, he hasn’t been in too many shots lately. It’s great to see him back modeling for L’Homme Invisible. Check out our post on the new L’Homme Invisible line.
Are you a big fan of Clever Mode? If you said yes, rejoice the first new collection is out for 2019. As usual, there are new pairs of swimwear, boxer briefs, and briefs.
The lifestyle images feature more classic designs with a few fun pairs thrown in the mix. Clever is one of the best “basics” collections on the market. The classics have a great cut, fabric and styles.
Don’t worry there are still some great mesh and prints as well. Clever always comes up with the most amazing prints for swimwear. They make you feel great while on the beach. But don’t worry they also have amazing prints in underwear.
Black Rose Photography sent us this pic for Thong Thursday! He does a mix of underwear and some more erotic images. If you haven’t checked him out, go to his site nad look at his work.
I discovered this brand on social media (Twitter: @skinfit_mexico; Instagram: @skinfit.mexico) and just had to try their products. They sell a wide variety of products: underwear, swimwear, and sport/gym wear (singlet, tights, etc.). SkinFit is a Mexican company that was established in 2017 whose mission is to provide “Sportswear and Underwear for the current man with satisfaction guarantee”.
I will be reviewing both the Tanga Skin and the Tanga Bulge styles.
Choose your pouch style. The pairs are essentially the same otherwise.
Shiny and stretchy lycra material that is very comfortable and supportive.
Marketed as underwear, but can easily be worn as swimwear.
Cons:
Made to order, so takes a little longer to arrive.
Unconventional sizing, which runs a little tight.
Recommendation: Highly recommended, especially if you love Joe Snyder. If you’re at the upper end of a size range, consider ordering the larger size.
Commentary:
I bought the Tanga Skin style in purple and burgundy and the Tanga Bulge style in royal blue and emerald green. My waist size is 33-34 and I normally wear a size medium in most brands, but I followed the size guidelines and ordered large.
I placed my order December 22ndand they arrived January 15th. I was quite surprised they arrived so soon as they are made to order and ship from Mexico (via FedEx). I’ve had domestic, stock-based orders take longer to arrive! Upon opening the package, I was very excited to try them on. The colors were vibrant. The fabric reminded me of my favorite speedos. When I slipped the first pair on for the first time, I was not disappointed. The only issue I have is they’re a little snug at the hips. This, along with the unconventional sizing ranges, is the reason for the Sizing rating of 7 above. I probably should have gone with the extra large and will consider that for future orders.
I have worn all four pairs for a variety of activities: work, gym, tennis match, lounging around, out and about with friends, etc. Having just finished my #yearofthethong in 2018, I have a pretty good idea of what I like and don’t like about a thong. Try wearing one every day for a year and not form strong opinions! Tim will say I already had strong opinions, and he would be right! 😊
After slipping them on, I was immediately reminded of Joe Snyder, including the snugness. The quality is just as high. The material, I feel, is a little thicker without feeling stiff. It’s very stretchy and comfortable. I easily wore them all day, no matter what activities I had planned. Even though they were a little snug, I didn’t experience the dreaded discomfort at my tailbone that I get when a pair is too tight (*ahem* N2N recent swimwear styles *ahem*).
The construction is fantastic! The side straps are about ¾” thick giving it a skimpier, sexy look than many thong styles on the market. The back strap (between your cheeks) is about 1”, which is on the upper end of the comfortable range. The seams are virtually unnoticeable. I hate when a pouches center seam rubs against my package all day, or I can feel where the pouch attaches to the back strap at the taint.
These styles are listed under their Underwear collection, but they can easily be worn as swimwear as well. They’re unlined, so the lighter colors will likely be somewhat see-thru when wet (if this is your desired effect, go for it!). I plan to give these a try at the pool, beach, or boat this summer!
The only difference between these two styles is the pouch. The Tanga Skin has what I would consider a traditional thong pouch – similar to the Thong 03 style from Joe Snyder. The material is stretchy enough that your goodies aren’t smooshed all day, and you can easily wear them pointing up or down. The Tanga Bulge has more of a bulgy, roomier pouch – similar to the Bulge Thong 02 style from Joe Snyder. The larger pouch, along with the stretchy material, ensure that your goodies are kept pushed forward and comfortable all day long. With this style (and most other bulge styles), you’re better off pointing down. I did notice that the bulge pouch also causes the front to have a lower rise, probably a full inch of difference between the two.
I will most definitely be adding more of both styles to my (ever growing….and maybe out of control) collection in the near future!
This week’s awesome deal is the Baskit Bask Brief. It’s this $12 Tuesday! Remember this pair is only on sale till Midnight!!
You can still make a bright statement in a classic brief when you go with our Bask Brief. Express your boldness with Bold Blue, or declare your perfection with Perfect Pink. Not feeling bold or perfect? You can always get real with Real Red. Choose the color that fits your mood then slide them on – and bask in the glory of you all day long.
Pair: Baskit Bask Brief Color: Pink, Blue, or Red Fabric: 96% Cotton/4% Elastane Sizes: Small – X-Large Price: $12 – Today only
When I first started going to Magic/Project/Curve it was so much fun. There were over 30 brands at the shows, and I would be on the go for all three days of the shows. Luckily, the shows were staggered, and I would hit the last day or second day at Curve and then the last two days of Magic/Project. I would need this time just to get with everyone. And in 2010-2012 it wasn’t always enough time to see everyone.
Back at this time there would be brands that would be in hotel suites. It would be walking from the Mandalay Bay Convention Center to the Hotel and back. These made for super long days. But I really enjoyed it because it was like I was seeing a lot of my favorite people. At the end of the show, I would be sad because I would have to wait another six months to see everyone.
Flash forward to 2016/2017, and I had to miss the shows due to financial reasons. For a full year, I missed the shows. In this time I really noticed how small the shows have gotten. Since 2013, fewer brands have been attending shows. Now the February show has the most people around 10-15, and the August show had about 4-5 brands.
The size of the overall show has gotten smaller as well. Project was both floors of the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, but now it’s only the lower level. Attendance is not just the underwear brands but all brands. Next, it’s expensive to get a booth. You have the cost to attend, travel, hotel and more. It can be 7 figures easy.
So where does this leave shows for Underwear in the future? I think in two more years very few brands will attend trade shows. It’s so much easier with the internet to connect with customers. There is video chat, PDF Catalogs, and video that can help buyers make decisions. While this sucks for me trying to report on the industry, it makes it more cost efficient for brands.
In the future, we may not have Magic/Project, but I will still work hard to find new brands for you guys.
The last Videos in our series is the last overview video of the shows. It was in 2013 and gives you a great overview of both shows. This year I’m working on some new videos that don’t focus on shows but still shows you some of the beat undies and gear.
One brand that I really miss at shows is N2N Bodywear. I would always go out to dinner/drink or something with the guys. They were one of my favorites to hang out with outside of a show and the industry. Andrew who is the owner is one of the best people. This was one of the last times I sawa them in a suite.
A brand we have seen several times and still is at the show is 2EROS. We have seen quite a few of their collections over the years. They always make some of the best swimwear and underwear. This year we had their model Mark on the video.
Junk Underjeans has had a few different models over the years. One, in particular, was this one. The muscle stud that wasn’t afraid to rock a thong at the show. This was 2012 and they weren’t at the last show. We will see if htey will be at the next one!
We asked you guys about what you wear to the gym in spandex and swim briefs. We had a great turn out and here is what you guys like to wear and sometimes want to wear.
We asked what you guys wear to the gym. I will say that I was expecting that briefs and thongs would be popular but Jockstraps took the top spot. Guys were only allowed to choose one answer so this is good news but shocking news to me.
This is more of what I expected the first answer to be. The briefs are top and then jocks and thongs. In this question, you guys could answer which you wore to the gym.
I was curious as to what gear you wear to the gym. Most guys don’t wear spandex to the gym. But if they do it’s more runners/tights over other kinds of gear. Spandex is growing but not mainstream yet.
This made me smile. The majority of guys who answered wear swim briefs when they swim at the gym. More than double the second choice. Now we need to transfer these to the beach and pool!!!
I asked would you wear them if you don’t wear them? Swim briefs and spandex that is. One thing we have to change is that most guys want to wear swim briefs and spandex but don’t feel comfy. I hope we can change that over the next year.
Another brand we did videos with often was Good Boy Gone Bad. We did three videos that feature Marko Lebeau. We initially met them at Curve but most of the other years we met with them in a suite. GBGB is one brand that stoppped going to the shows.
