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We are fast approaching swim season. Each week it keeps getting warmer and warmer. It’s about time to ditch the shorts and put on some swim briefs and soak up the sun! No matter if you are at a pool, lake, or pool. You will need some amazing swimwear. One brand that has great swim is N2N Bodywear.

We covered a lot of the new swim last month but they have released two new pairs. The Classic Prime Sport Brief and Classic Prime Sport Trunk. Both are made out of solid cuts and have a great silhouette.

Features of the pairs are:

  • outside drawcord
  • self-cradling pouch
  • hip branding
  • unlined

You maybe asking, what is a self cradling pouch? It’s not a designed, contoured pouch, but the design creates a pouch that will hold you naturally. I LOVE the trunks they make like this, they just fit amazing. Also, a few of you out there love this feature.

The two pairs come in three different colors. They are black, white, and Navy. They are pretty classic colors in swimwear. I think a black brief is super sexy. Where as a white pair is one for the guy who wants to show off (because some can be see through when wet).

If you like classic swim design, check out the Classic Prime Sport line at N2N Bodywear

Pair: N2N Bodywear Prime Sport
Color: Black, Navy, or White
Fabric: 83% nylon 17% spandex
Sizes: Small – X-Large
Price: $24.00

Pair: N2N Bodywear Prime Trunk
Color: Black, Navy, or White
Fabric: 83% nylon 17% spandex
Sizes: Small – X-Large
Price: $24.00


Do you want to be a winner. The new Max & Feel Black/Gold from Ergowear is “only for winners.” This year the MAX XV Underwear Collection of men’s midcuts, boxers, bikinis and thongs is available in sizes S, M, L and XL in Navy blue, Space Grey, White and Navy blue, White and Gold and our recently added Black and Gold.

This new collection has the Feel Midcut, Boxer, and Brief. The Max line has the Mid Cut, Boxer, Brief, and Thong.

The features of the Feel are:

  • Fully-ergonomic design
  • 3-dimensional adaptable half-moon-shaped FEEL pouch
  • Manufactured in hyper-soft & stretch polyamide

The feature of the Max are:

  • Fully-ergonomic design
  • 3-dimensional adaptable half-moon-shaped FEEL pouch
  • Manufactured in hyper-soft & stretch polyamide

Check out the entire Black/Gold XV collection at Ergowear


Turlock & Co have released their new Ocean Drive line for 2019. If you loved their swim last year, you’re going to love this!! There are some amazing pairs!

So what’s new with this collection? Ocean Drive is part of the Luxe line but has lining in the front and back. They have new bolder prints, new drawstrings (see the close up above). If you loved the streamline swim brief, don’t worry these are the same cut as that one. Also, they have a new model l his Name is Mitch and his insta is @mitch_fit_model  They always have model Rudolf,  he’s a body model for the Turlock & CO.

Check out these and more at the Turlock & Co site.


We bought this pair for review, however, the review is the opinion of the reviewer.

Rating: 9/10 (Average of the ratings below)

Fit: 9/10
Sizing: 9/10
Construction: 9/10
Styling: 9/10
Fabric: 9/10

Pros:
The color is fantastic, the electric blue is fun
The pink waistband is my favorite thing about the pair
Has the amazing Almost Naked Pouch.

Cons:
If you don’t like the pink waistband, you won’t like this pair

I love Andrew Christian Almost Naked pouch. So when I saw the Happy Brief, I knew I had to have it. The electric blue paired with the bright pink waistband, it was a winner in my book. Mix that with the fabric, and I’m a super happy undies guy.

I have been working 12 hour days at the real job, and the blog has been a weekend endeavor. I wanted to wear something super comfy for a 12 hour day. This one didn’t disappoint. I wasn’t doing my normal desk job, but I was a lot more active. So this brief did get a workout.

The fabric felt awesome. It’s a 95% Cotton 5% Spandex blended fabric. The spandex gives it enough stretch to retain its shape throughout the day. It also was very breathable on top fo that. I could see this as a gym pair. Don’t worry they have other colors of waistbands.

I haven’t had too many issues with sizing with AC. You can pretty much go with the sizing chart. I wore an XL, and it wasn’t too tight or too big. Remember if you are on the cusp of the chart always go larger.

The looks drew me to the pair, but the performance will make this one of the regular pairs in my drawer. The pouch lives up to the legacy of the Almost Naked line. If you’re a bit bigger up front or want a fantastic pouch, this is one to check out.

Recommendation: This is a classic cut brief but made with modern fabrics and colors. It’s perfect for a desk job or blue collar job, and even working out. The pouch is, and the colors are super fun.

PAIR: Andrew Christian Almost Naked Happy Brief
COLORS: Electric Blue, Navy, or Red
FABRIC: 95% Cotton 5% Spandex
SIZES: X-Small – X-Large
COST: $18.00

One thing I love to do every year is the Reader Survey. I get so many ideas for what you guys do and don’t want to see. Specially on what you guys wear, buy, and share. This year’s survey is a bit longer. I have added more in the swimwear and fetishwear. This survey has a new Gymwear section. So take it and share with us. After the survey ends we will publish the results like we do every year. It’s fun to see where you stack up against other UNB readers. Also, it’s like getting a peek in another guys undies drawer.

Take the Survey, if any issues go to https://forms.gle/aLnQBvgMVJv1qck98

Private Structure has always been Known to be a brand that is stylish but affordable. This year’s collection, they live up to that mantra. The new collection is small but still very fun. It also is on the lower end of the price spectrum.

Here are the new pairs in the Collection:

Private Structure Platinum Modal Trunk

Private Structure Platinum Mini Modal Brief

Private Structure Soho Camouflage Mesh Fly Low Rise Hipster

Private Structure Soho Camouflage Low Rise Hipster

Find these pairs on the Candyman Fashion Site. All the available Private Structure is for sale on the site as well.

REVIEW – FITNESS JOCKSTRAP by CHARLIE by MZ
by the Jockstrap Junkie

Rating: 9.8/10 (Average of the ratings below)

Daily Fit: 10/10
Sizing: 10/10
Construction: 10/10
Styling: 10/10
Daily Performance: 9/10

Pros: Silky smooth finish, the pouch is form fitting but has ample stretch, simple color scheme

Cons: Overpriced, double lined pouch doesn’t let jewels breathe well, website claims made in Italy but jockstrap tag shows the country of manufacture to be Bosnia Erzegovina (minor factoid; however, if you’re going to taut something on the website, make sure it’s accurate)

Recommendation: No regrets on this purchase, although the pocketbook squealed a bit. The Charlie Fitness Microfiber Jockstrap is a jock that will be worn regularly from my collection and has a great fit and feel. If you have the extra cash, splurge.

One of the things I’m changing up in my underwear drawer is to try some new brands in 2019. Charlie by MZ is a brand that I”m brand new to and thought Charlie would be a brand to start broadening my underwear horizons. I purchased the Fitness Jockstrap Black Microfiber, and was a bit anxious about the purchase as $38 is the most I’ve ever paid for a jockstrap but also really wanting to try something new.

To give the Charlie jockstrap a proper review, I did put this jockstrap into the weekly rotation for the past eight weeks. The Charlie jockstrap experienced sleep, cardio, lifting, daily wear, and just lounging around. Microfiber/Spandex construction has a fantastic feel as it’s very smooth and the pouch has a nice snug feel, but the spandex gives some nice stretch when necessary. Double layered microfiber pouches don’t breathe well, which is why I don’t recommend wearing it for cardio; unless, you want the jewels to be soggy from sweat. However, I did like this jock for lifting, making sure it was worn on at least one leg day. One of the nice attributes to the microfiber pouch is that the jewels don’t flop around, but don’t feel constrained either.

As mentioned before, this Charlie jockstrap has a double lined, center seam, microfiber pouch with a composition of 90% nylon and 10% spandex. The waistband is 1-5/8” wide, and the leg straps are 3/4” wide. The leg straps and waistband don’t roll, which is always a positive and the leg straps don’t dig into your ass. I would classify this as a traditional cut where the leg straps on the side of the hips. The construction is excellent, and I put it on par with C-IN2, aussieBum, and Pump.

I purchased a Large which corresponds accurately in Charlie’s size chart, and it fits perfect. Since this is my first Charlie purchase, I don’t have any basis for consistency in their sizing like I do in other brands. Over the two months of wear, no stretching or deforming, and that’s a positive.

Although I rated the Charlie jockstrap with a 9.8 rating, I’m mixed on a full recommendation for this jockstrap. Purely on the quality aspects, it performs as advertised; however, the price is too high when compared to other brands. So, if you have $38 to spend, by all means, get the Charlie by MZ Microfiber Jockstrap; if your budget doesn’t allow for the splurge, catch some sales of several of the other mainline brands, and you’ll be equally satisfied.

PAIR: Charlie by MZ Fitness Microfiber Jockstrap
COLORS: dark grey, grey, black, and white. Each main color has some different waistband/legstrap contrast options including black or white
FABRIC: 90% nylon; 10% spandex
SIZES: Extra Small thru Extra Large; 28” – 35”
COST: $38

REVIEWER STATS
Height & Weight: 5’9” (175 cm) – 195 lbs. (88.5 kg)
Jean Waist Size: 33”-34” (83 cm – 86 cm)
Build: Athletic, squats are an addiction, abs are hibernating
Jewels: Enough to polish, not enough to brag

When you get married what is one thing that goes through your mind? The date, the venue, the reception, the tux or dress. I don’t know a lot of the general public gives underwear a thought. Well on the men’s side of things. It’s grab what’s in the drawer that day. Gay weddings sometimes i hear of grooms matching undies, but even then it’s rare.

There have been pics I have seen floating around the internet for the last few years. They are wedding pics of the Groom, Best Man, and groomsmen wearing undies that say which one they are on the back. This, I think is more of a straight thing. I haven’t seen this at many gay weddings yet.

Related Undergarments have been posting a few of these pics on their website. I personally think these are super cool pics. Guys dressed in their tuxes with the pants pulled down is just awesome. I know I may be in the minority on this one.

In order to do this you have to have the right group of guys. Guys that are going to be ok, dropping their pants and showing off for the world. I hope we see more of this but I guess time will tell.

Would you do this on your wedding?

Introducing MUCHOCALIFORNIA Swim from Rufksin. This is one of their biggest releases of swimwear they have ever created. They have engineered prints to shiny solids, to a shamelessly sexy “pink AF.” so they say there is nothing missing fom the collection.

They tell us the placement of the prints was no accident. From bananas to peaches to gold rocco motifs. The prints will frame and enhance your body.

The solids come in their upgraded stretch nylonand built with iridescence and seignature Rufskin details.

So, if you want some great choices in swimwear check out the new Rufskin.