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Ok where do you guys buy your undies. Going into this I would place my bets that online stores were king along with brand sites. I know Underwear stores are not prevalent outside of major cities. But I always love to hear where you guys like to shop. You guys do shop brand site pretty often.

See, you guys like Online stores as well. This one is very question that very few are going to answer always.

Specialty stores I consider underwear stores. Like I said, its not something most guys have access too. I wish this would change so the lower numbers don’t surprise me. I mean if all guys had a Skivies in Dallas, we’d all be in heaven.

Back in the 90’s and such Department stores had some great brands. However, flash forward to the 2020’s and outside of CK, the underwear at most department stores are kinda basic in my opinion. They cater to the masses and we aren’t the masses. They don’t have a lot of thongs or bikinis.

This is another area that is not what it used to be. TJ Max and Marshalls use to be a haven for amazing undies. I remember scoring some CK thongs, and bikinis back in the day. However now it’s mainly boxer briefs and tighty whites.

This slide made me happy. Not many of you buy your undies from discount stores, like Target, etc. Granted sometimes Target does have good undies it’s hit or miss.

I’m surprised more of you guys don’t shop Cheap undies or other deal sites. I think the most consistent deal site is Cheap undies. Others have come and gone.

This is an interesting slide because I was curious who buys undies from Amazon. It’s more than I thought. They have such restrictive rules for undies. Most of the more sexy pairs have to be shown without a model. It’s annoying, it’s why I like to stick to other online underwear stores

Flash forward a year from the last brief distraction, and we are in the year 2011. Ten years ago, it didn’t seem that long ago; it really doesn’t. At this time, there were still two shows, Curve and Magic. I would divide my time and go the last day of Curve and then spend 2 days at Magic. This year also started the migration of men’s brands from Curve to Magic/Project.

One of the highlights this year was meeting Stud underwear. They had some amazing gear, a great model, and two incredible guys behind the brand. They are, in fact, still going strong on the market. Just look back at last week for a Brief Distraction.

Ok guys what or who influences your buying? The first thing we asked was does your significant other influence your undies? Well, almost 50% say NOPE! I think most partners don’t really get into undies as much as we do ourselves. There are a few who love it and get it but I think we wear what we feel sexy and not what our partners think is sexy.

I’m always curious if brand emails influence you guys. I subscribe so I can find out what’s new on the market. It’s prob my top way to know when things are happening. If you have a favorite brand I suggest getting on their email list so you get word of new things, even if you buy it from an online store.

We do news write ups and we have them long and short. I’m just always curious what you guys think of them. Glad to see they are some what useful. but the majority of you guys find a little less value. So it has me thinking the content on the site. This will definitely impact going forward.

This one makes me sad more than surprised. It reaffirms that you guys don’t talk undies with your friends. I have several friends I regularly talk undies. I think we need to work on this and have it so guys are comfy talking about the undies they love or a new pair coming out.

This is interesting. I swear that reviews were much higher in the past. Almost 40% find that reviews are either a good deal or very important in influencing decisions. It’s another one of those things that I wonder if it’s something guys like but don’t realize they like. hmmm

This is something I have felt for a while. In certain industries influencers generate traffic and sales but I don’t think that social influencers in underwear generate as much. Guys like to see hot guys in undies but does this translate into sales. According to you guys not at all.

Ok guys this makes me feel way better. You guys do read and like underwear blogs. I know a lot has gone to IG, and other social platforms. But I think a blog will always be around and guys will want to read and see what’s new in undies.

It should come as no surprise price does influence purchases. I know the whole sale vs regular price. Plus new pairs and line generally cost more than those out a while. If you are like me on a limited budget for undies you will see what’s out there and plan your money accordingly .

Last is sales. This was a no brainer to put in and you guys did what I think. If it’s a good sale you will buy. If it’s a bad sale you won’t. We had a brand years ago who wanted to do a promotion with us and suggested 10% off. I told them it won’t move the needle. They insisted and we ran it and there was one sale with the code, one I made! To really be effective it has to be 20% or more.

This slide makes me so freaking happy. I’m glad to know that I have influenced 70% of you guys to buy something. I LOVE undies and really want to share that love with you guys. SO it means a lot you guys feel like you have received some value from UNB.

Another hard to read slide! But see the umbers below. None of this really surprised me greatly

Brief Distraction22%
Interview with brand15%
Interview with Model8%
News Write up22%
None of the above1%
Review64%
Social Media Post23%
UNB Reader Awards8%
UNB Swimwear Guide10%

Today is the first day of Magic/Project (note curve now is pretty much just a women’s show and merged with Magic/Project). When I booked this trip back in May, with super cheap airfare, I figured the vaccine would be out, and things will be getting back to normal, masks will be no more, and other Covid precautions. Well, that’s not the way things go. Over a week at Las Vegas and Nevada has a new mask mandate. So I am trekking around the city in my KN95 mask and trying to stay safe. But enough about this trip I give you a look back.

This is the first time I was at Curve in August 2010. I briefly went to Magic in February of 2010, but it was literally a day. This time I spent a week in Vegas. I would say this was the trip I fell in love within Vegas. The picture above is from Tulio booth. It was the first time I met with them. I tried to edit this pic to make it look better, but the Sands Expo Center at the Venetian has terrible lighting for pics. This was also when they had booths full of undies and models showing the latest pairs. It was incredible.

It’s another great Tuesday for a deal. This week the Baskit $12 Tuesday pair is the Billy Boy Trunk. This is a pair you guys will definitely need especially the single guys out there.

Way back in 2000 we launched our first collection of premium men’s underwear with a built-in condom pocket.

This collection features a useful, concealed pocket for a condom* or any other small party favor you might want to bring along for the ride.

For our current collection we have teamed up with BillyBoy, Germany’s #1 condom producer, to make sure you’re ready to go when duty calls.

Poppin’ colors, a great fit and our unique condom pocket make BillyBoy underwear perfect for those close encounters. Remember guys… wrap that Rascal!

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We all have our underwear quirks. Some of us really hate certain things about underwear. One of the biggest is sizing issues, followed by labels and tags. These two have always been in the top 10 of things that drive guys crazy. But there are so many things that guys hate. I know this slide is a little hard to read, so I am posting the info as well:

Bubble Butt Issues2%
Bunching13%
Construction Issues26%
Fabric15%
Friend Issues3%
Labels or tags44%
Partner Issues3%
Pouch – Too Big21%
Pouch – Too Small36%
Pricing27%
Riding UP16%
Sizing Issues60%
Societal Issues22%
Store Selection26%
Styles6%
Support/Comfort28%
Waistband18%

Are there any we left off the list? This is a pretty comprehensive list but if you think there are more things to add comment and let me know.

When you shop for any fetishwear it’s usually expensive AF. It can run into the hundreds of dollars. If you go full leather it can be more. However, if you have always wanted a fun jock or harness MaleBasics just released a new collection of fetishwear that is affordable and fun.

The new collection has a series of jocks and harnesses (full body and just chest). I love this collection because it’s affordable and will allow more guys to dip their toe into the fetish world. I love this collection and would wear every piece, especially the harnesses. I may pick up a few for myself.

And if you love them they are on sale 15% off at the UNB Store, no codes needed. The most expensive pair is $32 regular price and $27.50 on sale. Here are some of the pieces in the collection. Shop the MaleBasics collection.

Today we are going to check out what are you guys top factors for choosing new undies. We asked you about several topics and here is how you guys answered. This was one of those long questions where you got to rate many different criteria.

This one was a no brainer. Material is very important to all of us. I think this was the only one to have no one answered “Not important.” Good material is a must for choosing undies.

This is how is the underwear is cut. Is it comfy, are the legs too tight or too loose. Again another very important thing for you guys.

Another important issue is the fit and how the undies fit your body. We all know that certain styles may not fit us as well as well like.

About half of you really think the pouch is very important. I fall in this camp. There is nothing worse than a pouch that is too big or too small. Or for that fact too loose. It has to offer amazing support or really what’s the point?

One of the biggest issues we hear in undies is how inconsistent sizing is across brands and countries. It’s also very important to you guys as well. You really need to know which brands run small and which run larger. Although it seems most run smaller. Also, which brands only go up to 36 inch waist!

We all have a favorite style, a thong, bikini, jock, brief. When choosing new undies we def gravitate towards those pairs and what’s new.

This is another one that shocked me. I thought more of you guys would be more concerned on color then answered. I thought it would be one the top criteria. But it’s prob in the middle of the pack.

Again another, huh? This one is by far, some what important, which is middle of the road. Some of you I know are not very price sensitive. If you want it you’ll buy it. But, a lot more of us are very price sensitive.

I think sex appeal is one of those depends on the situation. If we are getting undies for work, it’s more functional but if it’s fun or date night we want it to be super sexy. That’s just my thinking

Is the pair fashionable? Some of you do and some of you do and some of you don’t.

Last is the construction of the pair, basically how well it’s made. This is important for you guys just not what I thought you guys would like.

If you love men’s lingerie and Candyman you have a treat coming your way. The newest collection of Candyman Just dropped. It features so many lingerie for men including full body and stockings along with the amazing thongs and g-strings you come to know from Candyman. Here is a quick look at the new collection but there is so much more! At the UNB Store you can get 20% off with code Candyman2 at check out.

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One of the most perplexing questions about undies I have seem to be answered by you guys. I have pairs of underwear that have been worn out or I just don’t like any more, so what do I do with these old pairs? Do I give them to a friend? Put them in storage? Sell them or get rid of them.

The overwhelming response is toss them. To be honest I wasn’t expecting this far of a spread. I can see getting rid of those pairs that wear out or get holes in them, but not for pairs that you don’t like anymore. But, you guys have spoken.

So if you have pairs you don’t want and worn out I say thow them out, if you have pairs you don’t like give to a friend or sell!

Timoteo has released the new Aero Sport 2.0 line. This picture features the new Compression legging and tank top.

Our updated Aero Sport 2.0 compression short is made of high quality performance mesh fabric with a silky feel and great stretch and recovery. This base layer sits low on the hips and features a fresh camouflage print on the pouch, sides and back, and logo outlines on the brushed elastic waistband. **Meant to be worn snugged / fitted**

European lifestyle brand WAPO is here with a new EXCLUSIVE collection of swimwear. Timeless neutral colors with metallic shine are the perfect combination for an elegant and rich look. Metallic tones of GoldChromeTitaniumChocolate and Champagne are truly stunning. If you are into true classics, then fully white Pearl and fully black Onyx are your choices.WAPO Wear known for their vibrant colors and eclectic selection of prints are patterns are here with something completely new. This timeless collection in neutral colors will make you feel irresistible. Explore all designs on www.wapowear.com and take advantage of free worldwide shipping now!

This week the $12 Tuesday pair is the Bask Trunk. You get this pair for just a low price of $12 tonight till midnight. What’s not to like about that.

Boasting bold colors, clean lines, and a superior fit, our Bask collection brings together the best of baskit to create underwear that fits you to a T without pinching or binding. “This underwear fits me so well I think twice about changing it!” admits John from Telluride.

If your underwear is not causing to you think twice about taking it off, it might be time to change to Baskit’s Bask collection!  Look perfect in pink, bold in blue or real in red as you bask in the glory of you!

Color is always important in undies. We ask what your favorite colors to wear in each survey. You get to choose more than one color. We used to go with your favorite color but so many love so many different colors. The top three colors are Black, Blue and Red. By far they out do all the other colors. White and Green are liked by about 30% of you guys and the rest of the color round out.

Here’s the break down of colors from least to most popular.

Beige 1%
Grey2%
Yellow26%
Pink29%
Orange31%
Purple32%
Green38%
White42%
Red59%
Blue74%
Black75%

I think I speak for all guys on the podcast, we have so much fun doing the shows. Whether it’s a group show with all hands on deck or a Brief Tale sharing how one guy fell in love with undies. I try to come up with great topics you guys like to hear for each show. However, you guys never cease to amaze me with topics you want us to talk about. I want to really have great shows and have great convos.

Just fill out the form below and give ideas and you can stay completely anonymous.

It’s been a while since we posted about the UNB Patreon. We started this to help cover the costs of running the blog and morphed it into the Podcast. First, the podcast has gained a great following, and we have so much fun doing the show. It’s been great having guys really connect without guys and share the stories of real guys out there. We have a lot planned for this year and will bring you guys a lot of podcasts. We also want to know what you want to hear on the show.

Why do you have a Patreon?

Great question; as I said, it’s not cheap to do a podcast. First, there are hosting costs for the podcasts. Then there are equipment costs for improving our sound (such as mics, editing Softwear, and other equipment). Being an entrepreneur, aka underemployed, it’s not easy to cover all these costs.

How much does it cost?

We have levels as low as just one dollar a month. You can go up to $10 and we are thinking adding some hight levels with some amazing rewards.

What benefits do I get?

First, you get the shows before the public. Second, you get the pre and post-shows. Where we talk about everything and anything. Plus, we talk about SEX LOL, occasionally. We have so much fun on these, talking about whatever we can. It’s worth it just for the pre-show. We want to add more benefits but want some feedback on what you guys want. Note, you will have your own RSS feed you need to paste into your favorite podcast player.

How do I join?

Just go to the UNB Patreon Page. It only takes a few steps to sign up and enjoy. Any questions let me know!

These thongs are made of a knit seersucker fabric. The rough, wrinkled texture of the thin seersucker offers a cool touch. The frontal cup is slightly larger to supplement the cloth-like material’s lack of elasticity. Parts, including the inseam joint section, are reinforced with bar tack stitching since they tend to be exposed to a lot of force. Enjoy the cool color tone and tight fit associated with Japanese-themed underwear. Get this thong at the Toot website.