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Before I get started with the post here is the info about this video:

At Broadway Bares 2017, a shirts-versus-skins lacrosse scrimmage heated up the stage when Anastasia‘s Kyle Brown coached a crew of sweaty, muscled men. Ericka Hunter and Katie Webber gave the game co-ed flair as they strutted and stripped their protective gear in the athletic number. “Scrimmage” was choreographed by Charlie Sutton.

Produced by and benefiting Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS, Broadway Bares: Strip U raised $1,568,114 in two performances on June 18, 2017 at New York City’s Hammerstein Ballroom. Broadway Bares: Strip U was directed by Nick Kenkel, who also created the Strip U concept.

“Scrimmage”
Assistant Choreographers: Lindsay Janisse, Mayumi Miguel
Costume Designer: Jennifer Jacob
Assistant Costume Designer: Michael Johns
Hair Designer: Brian Strumwasser
Key Makeup Artist: Ashley Tindal
Projection Designers: Kristen Ferguson, Aaron Rhyne
Music Editor: Randy Bettis
Performers: Kyle Brown, Cameron Burke, Josh Cotham, Ericka Hunter, Ryan Jackson, Justin Mock, Jamie Patterson, Pedro Rangel, Paul Romero Jr., Demetrius Shields, Cameron Turner, Chris VanDenhende and Katie Webber

Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS is one of the nation’s leading industry-based, nonprofit AIDS fundraising and grant-making organizations. By drawing upon the talents, resources, and generosity of the American theatre community, since 1988 BC/EFA has raised more than $285 million for essential services for people with AIDS and other critical illnesses across the United States.

I have been following Broadway Bares for a few years. BB for short, is a show where broadway actors/dancers put on to raise money for AIDS/HIV charities. As the name suggests the stars get naked by the end. But before they do they usually strip down to a jock or thong.

The reason I like it is, the show is just fun. It’s sexy and it shows how underwear in a good light. It shows that thongs and jocks are sexy and should be worn. I think if we had more shows that do this we would have greater acceptance in underwear in general across the general public. This is just my opinion. And great job this year to Broadway Bares!

If you like the video go to the Broadway Bares YouTube channel to see more videos from this year or previous years.

Thongs 101: Where to Buy?We’ve covered styles, tips for buying, and fabrics to look for with a thong. Now that you have some guidence of what to look for in a thong, it’s time to go shopping. Where to shop you ask? Most of us only have one option for this which is the Internet. Guess there is still some mail ordering available, but by now they have their own websites too. If you are lucky you could have a men’s underwear store within driving distance.

If you are close enough to a men’s underwear store then that would be the ideal place to shop for a thong. Being able to physically see the thong will help you with the decision. You can feel how soft the fabric is, compare thongs to each other, see the width and thickness of the tail. Another bonus is you’ll have a salesperson that knows underwear if you have any questions.

With online shopping it is going to be more researching. You’ll read product description, fabric content, and product reviews on retailers’ websites. Then you also should look for third party reviews to gather more information. Look for what they say about fit, comfort, fabric softness. See if they barely notice they’re wearing a thong when wearing the pair. Use all the information you can gather to help make the decision. You can always reach out to us at UNB if you have any general questions or one about a particular thong. We’ll do our best to guide you in the right direction.

To get the most exposure to a variety of thongs it’s best to look at retailer websites over just a brand’s website. Once you find a brand of interest you can always go check out the brand’s website. Here’s some online retailers you can check out that have a variety of brands of thongs.

From the UK, there is Deadgoodundies.com. They carry about a dozen brands who have thongs.

Mensunderwearstore.com is a US retailer. They carry about a dozen brands with thongs.

Another US retailer is International Jock. They have a selection of 20 brands that have thongs.

DUGG is an Australian based retailer who carries 10 brands of thongs.

Here’s a more extensive list of underwear online retailers.

Check out the map we have of places to buy in person.

Save money, celebrate America and support U.S. businesses and jobs at International Jock during their “Made in the USA” Sale! For a limited time, popular men’s clothing brands which are manufactured in the USA are 25% off. Your clothing says a lot about you, but did you think to check the label? Where your underwear and swimwear is made makes a big difference and what better time than Independence Day to buy domestic?

International Jock carries brands from all over the world but has always made it a point to seek out and support U.S. manufacturers. With hot-selling men’s swimwear brands like N2N Bodywear, American Jock, Go Softwear, Sauvage, Marco Marco and LA Sporting Club, International Jock’s “Made in the USA” sale makes it easier than ever show your patriotism by supporting companies that keep their workers employed right here in the USA.

So head on over to the International Jock “Made in the USA” Sale and remember: when you pull on your favorite American underwear, you’re supporting more than what’s between your legs.

Running an underwear blog I get asked my opinion all the time about underwear. This can be people on social media or friends. Most of the time they are asking about what they should start on or what briefs/thongs they should wear. Very few talk jocks to me. This got me thinking I should share one of my favorite jocks of all time.

The Cocksox CX21 Jockstrap is probably one of my favorite jocks of all time. The first reason is the amazing Cocksox pouch. The support it gives is amazing and yeah it shows off a little. Regardless of sexual orientation, we want our underwear to show off our manhood. Next is the design. It has a regular waistband with smaller leg straps. The bonus to me about the leg straps is that they don’t get as twisted throughout the day like the bigger ones can. There is nothing worse than a twisted leg strap on a jock throughout the day.

You may be asking if you can wear these to be active in. After all, jocks are made for working out and sports. My answer is yes you can wear this. It can be worn at the gym, playing sports or running. I have worn this to play softball at one time. I couldn’t find my UA jock and wore this one. It performed amazingly. In fact, I wore it a few time that year. It didn’t fit well with a cup. Yes, I tried it. Now if you wore compression shorts over it would work. But that was too damn bulky for me. I prefer just a jock when I played softball.

The very last thing is the fabric. It feels great against the skin and breathing. This is a fashion jock, not really designed for performance, but it did pretty well for me. I would recommend it to anyone needing a jock to wear for any occasion. It’s amazing to put it short

It appears they maybe refreshing the Jocks (or that’s my hope) you can get the Metalic jock, the CX21MT in gold/black or silver/white. The CX21N is on “Last chance.” But I give this a big thumbs up and a must for guys.

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College guys have begun to branch out and try all different brands, styles, and fits of underwear. One variety that hasn’t caught on with younger guys as much as it has in other communities, however, is the brief. A recent poll from AskMen found that only 16% of men wore briefs, and judging from my experience, this number is even lower for college-aged men. Despite it being one of my favorite varieties of underwear, other guys my age don’t seem to want to give it a shot due to a combination of the perception that they’re like tighty whities or that they’re too skimpy.

To address the tighty whitie complaint, this couldn’t be further from the truth, and that becomes clear the second you start doing any research. Of course, the underwear aisle at Target might be filled with similar pairs to what guys wore as kids, but that is not representative of the larger market. One reason that tighty whities are so maligned is that they sometimes rise up close to your belly button and are baggy. Low rise briefs completely negate both of these problems. They sit right at your waist and the less material ensures they are form fitting and don’t stretch out in weird places. Then, of course, there’s the white part, and this isn’t a problem because most good brands have a wide variety of colors to choose from, from sleek black to bright blue.

Even when guys are aware of these better briefs, some complain that they’re too skimpy. The extra coverage of boxer briefs is great sometimes, but if you want to dress to impress, briefs are the only way to go. From experience, I know that girls like them even more because it makes your bulge and rear end look better. Considering probably no one else would care about what underwear you wear, this is an obvious pro to wearing briefs. Once you get used to the skimpiness, it is a great experience that you might never look back from.

I hope my fellow college guys will catch on to this.

This week the $12 Tuesday pair is the Billy Boy brief. The brief you may be familiar with because it has a built-in pocket to keep you protected in times of needs. Baskit teamed up with Billy Boy condoms to make this brief. They say “built-in condom pocket included…because you never know when things are going to get interesting.”

Remember, it’s only on sale until midnight. Don’t miss the deal! Regularly $21! Get the Billy Boy Brief at the Baskit site.

2EROS has released a new series called Erebus. Which is one of the coolest lines they have produced. Each collection 2EROS seems to keep building on design and making better and better underwear. This line continues the 2EROS design dynasty.
The reason I love the design is that it’s a mix of mesh and solid. It’s not see through but more sports mesh. The design is to keep you cool during activities. Also, the placement of the panels is to enhance and show off your body. Which, is something we all love in a great pair of underwear.
The Erebus is available in three styles. The brief, trunk and jock. Which has become standard for the line. It’s also, only available in black or red. The black is called Darkness and the red is called Inferno. Great names for colors.  Made out of Solid: 100% Premium Tactel Mesh: 88% Nylon / 12% Elastane
Here is what 2EROS says about the new line:
Erebus is inspired by the Greek god of darkness and shadow. It is designed with beautifully constructed panelling combined with deep colours to evoke your dark side. It is designed to perform all day with premium sweat wicking tactel fabric to keep you cool and sweat free for longer. This is combined with a 4 way stretch mesh to allow maximum mobility and comfort. It is fitted to give a slimming silhouette and to show off assets and features the 2EROS CURV technology to contour, shape and support you in all the right ways. It also creates a contact-less support to reduce chaffing and sweating.

The prices of the line range from $31.95 to $36.95 AUD. 2EROS makes amazing quality in their underwear and we can guarantee that you will love them. They can be purchased directly from the 2EROS site. They will be available in the states at other retailers as well.

This underwear was furnished for review by Bia Bora.

These were a surprise when I received the package because I didn’t know what was coming and I had also never heard of this brand.  I am always game to try new underwear so I was excited to try something new!  The trunks came in a box with a peek-a-boo cut out hinting at the contents in the front and the back shows a man’s body with an elephant head which is linked to the spirit animal of this pair.  By choosing these, it says you stand strong, bulldoze obstacles and that you’re a determined leader.  A bit strange but I appreciated something different and the details that simply went into the packaging.

Once I pulled the pair out, I noticed the super soft bamboo cotton in a nice, purple color.  There are panels on the front with an Aztec pattern that are a silky poly/spandex material.  These are 65% Bamboo Rayon, 25% Polyester, 5% Nylon & 5% Spandex.  Trunks aren’t my favorite cut of underwear and wild patterns aren’t my first choice, either, but the initial feeling when I pulled these on was a comfortable one so I was ready to have an open mind.

The medium covers a 30-32″ waist which was just right for me as a 31-32.  There is a bit of a pouch but nothing too dramatic to where it affects sizing.  Buying based on your true size should work just fine in this case.

It has been HOT here in Los Angeles so I knew these would be put to the sweat test!  They were soft and comfortable when I got dressed and I am happy to say they stayed that was throughout the workday and errands after.  Only minor pulling at the legs to readjust but I have that issue with all trunks/boxer briefs.  This trunk definitely took on the hot day and the material held up well against moisture and dried pretty quickly once I cooled off at home.  The soft waistband is on the larger side with Bia Boro proudly written across the front along with a branded tag facing out in the back.  The gray side panels and elastic on the legs adds interest on the edge of being too busy, but that’s just my opinion.

I would definitely try another pair from Bia Boro – especially if they would start making a brief!  As of now, it seems they only have boxer briefs and trunks.  All of the prints are loud and busy, which isn’t a bad thing since most men’s underwear is boring, but it definitely has to be your style.  Overall, a great first impression and a new brand to keep my eye on.

  • Daily Fit – 9
  • Sizing – 10
  • Construction/Materials – 10
  • Styling – 8
  • Daily Performance – 9
  • Overall –  9.2

Check out all the trunk designs Bia Bora offers.

There was a time when men’s underwear were for men and women’s underwear was for women. The two were designed differently and very few things were used in each design. Over the last few years, we have seen a big shift in the design of men’s underwear. Fabrics and designs that were considered feminine were now being used in the creation of underwear. Now the lines just seem to blur.

The fabric is the biggest change in men’s underwear. It was only cotton, nylon and spandex blends for the longest time. Every so often you would see a silk boxer or maybe bikini. Then we got brands using lace and satin to create men’s underwear. These were two fabrics for women’s lingerie, not masculine men’s underwear.

Brands such as MaleBasics and BodyAware lead the way in this revolution. They weren’t afraid to reimagine men’s underwear. Giving it a bit of a “softer” side. MaleBasics was the first I saw doing a men’s lingerie brand. They were inspired by the women’s world. I found it really interesting that they were doing something outside the box. This was in 2010ish. They were way ahead on the trend that I would say didn’t really come to the forefront till about 2012-2013

BodyAware is one that I think took the trend and ran with it. They have a mix of what you would call masculine and feminine. At first, I looked at them and through they would be a niche player but in the last few years, I hear more and more guys talk about how they love BodyAware. From experience, they make damn good underwear. It’s sexy and fun, exactly what men’s underwear should be.

Who are the guys embracing this underwear? It’s not along sexual orientation lines. It’s as diverse as our readers. It’s gay/straight/bi guys who make up the fans. Guys that want to feel sexy and really don’t give a fuck about what you think of their underwear. Plus I think the mixing of the masculine and feminine is pretty darn sexy. It’s the two things being mixed together that is awesome. But this is an area that you either love or hate. There isn’t many in between.

Underwear is about being who you are. You can wear what you want and no one has to know. If you want to sport a lace brief under a suit, DO IT! Or if you want to wear a bikini to class in cargo shorts, do it! Underwear is about expressing your personality. Wear what you want! If you love lace or satin, rock them with confidence!

The picture featured is the awesome Eminence Tanga from BodyAware.

One style of underwear that is often overlooked is the bikini brief. Many would just wear briefs if they wanted that cut of underwear, and others would wear something like a thong if they’re going for the exoticness factor. I know some are hesitant to buy bikini briefs because the name implies they’re feminine in some way. But I believe you really can’t get much better than bikini briefs. I love them because they’re somehow exotic and unique, yet still comfortable and supportive.

For one, they make you feel and look sexy. They kind of remind me of what a bodybuilder would wear in a competition, which is very appealing to me. Like a good pair of briefs, they allow you to show off your thighs. Overall, it’s clear that when others see you in this pair, all eyes will be on you. If you don’t feel the above when wearing one, it could be used as a good motivator to get fit.

Usually the material used in bikini briefs is more of a polyester blend, which is something I personally like. This is also beneficial for hotter climates because it provides more ventilation. For this reason, they’re also an ideal underwear for working out. My ideal pair is underwear I can wear running errands, working out, and when I’m about to make love and it works perfectly for each. Bikini briefs definitely fit the bill because they’re very comfortable due to their cut and material, good for working out because of the breathability, and good for making love because it’s sexy and skimpy. Few other pairs could say the same thing.

I hope that more brands start making bikini briefs and more guys realize how great they are. Even cheaper brands like Fruit of the Loom make good bikini briefs, which says a lot about how comfortable and appealing they are.

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Get up to 60% Off Store Wide With Jockstrap Central’s Pride Sale

Jockstrap Central’s Pride Sale is here and it’s one of their biggest annual sales. Get up to 60% off everything store wide until the end of Tuesday, June 27th. It couldn’t be easier, just head to Jockstrap Central and you’ll find all their jockstraps, jock briefs, underwear, shorts, shirts, wrestling singlets and even socks all listed with the regular price crossed out and new sale price listed.

In past years Jockstrap Central has worked Toronto Pride with a booth during the main weekend. They are now holding this big annual sale so everyone can take advantage. Plus, this allows them to enjoy Pride as a reveler.

Like we mentioned, this is one of their biggest sales ever and it’s going to be hugely popular – so shop early for the best selection!”

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Thongs 101: Beginner Thong Ideas

I’ve tried many thongs over the years and the fabric and tail width are two factors that I think contribute most to making a thong comfortable. Tails around an inch wide and fabrics like bamboo, modal or micro modal fabrics, and knit silk are some great options for thongs (Read last week’s post Thongs 101: Fabrics). I feel that tails that are thinner like a string can dig into you more than a more traditional cut back. Then too wide of ones you get too much fabric between the cheeks, which can make them uncomfortable. Here’s some options we think could make decent beginner thongs.

Underweardude

The 2-xist Y-back thong is a great beginner thong because in a way it doesn’t really look like a guy’s thong, instead like a weird jockstrap. If you like that look and want an upgrade, the Sliq line version comes in some cool colors. I believe it to be entirely microfiber instead of cotton based.

If you want something a little less “gym” and a lot more “sexy”, the Classic Cotton Thong from N2N is a good starter pair as well. Though if you don’t like the idea of a contoured pouch you should look elsewhere.

The Bottom Drawer

Unfortunately my top pick the JM Natura thong is of a brand closing it’s doors. So now neither of the thongs I’m going to suggest aren’t typically the style I go for, but the fabric makes it a good choice for a first thong. The Male Power Bamboo Micro Thong is made out of 95% bamboo and 5% lycra with a tail width of 1 1/4″. Bamboo fabric is a new discovery for me. It’s very soft and comfortable between the cheeks and everywhere else. Problem with this one is I can only find it through a third party sellers on Amazon or Walmart.

The next one I’m recommending isn’t one I’ve tried, but several people have highly recommended it. Even someone starting their journey with thongs recently tried it. They found it to be comfortable enough for all day wear. It is the Obviously’s AnatoMAX Thong. This thong is made of a blend of Micro Modal and Lycra. The fabric along with others I’ve talked to is why I decided this sounds like it would be a good thong for beginners.

Let’s us know your experience with your first thong and what one you tried. If you are already a thong wearer help us out and let us know what you think is a good first pair for a newbie.

Garcon Model furnished the Elite Sport Trunk for review.

Rating: 8.2/10

  • Daily Fit: 8/10
  • Sizing: 9/10
  • Construction: 8/10
  • Styling: 8/10
  • Daily Performance: 8/10

Pros: Length of trunk, material blend, stylish

Cons: Color selection, cost

UNB Marco recommendation: An all-around good trunk that doesn’t have any major downsides. Comfortable, sexy, and good for any occasion.


Between the two Garcon Model pairs I had worn prior to this trunk, a Sport Brief and a boxer brief from their older line, I had an ambiguous attitude toward the brand. I really liked the Sport Brief, but the boxer brief was not my favorite pair. I hoped this would be more like the Sport Brief since it’s part of the same line, and luckily I was not disappointed. Right out of the package, I could tell this was a comfortable and stylish pair of underwear.

Wearing this pair over an entire day was a very pleasant experience. It was comfortable and, at least after the first day I wore the pair, the legs did not ride up. I couldn’t even tell I was wearing underwear throughout the day at work. It was a decent pair of underwear to work out in, but that wasn’t really where it shined. Still, I liked how it was tagless and the fabric was breathable.

I absolutely loved the fabric blend. I think bamboo is a really interesting fabric and makes for a good pair of underwear. Adding the 5% elastane was a smart move because it gave it more stretchiness and made it very form-fitting. As with the Sport Brief, the pouch feels natural and doesn’t require any readjustment over the course of the day. It was also the perfect length for a trunk, and although I haven’t tried their older trunks, they looked a bit too short for what I would normally consider a trunk. I will note that I wasn’t too excited by the color selection because it really only comes in very bright colors with the exception of Navy. I would have liked to see a gray or black pair. That didn’t bother me too much because the comfort and style definitely outweigh that.

This pair is definitely true to size and it’s stretchy enough where it would be comfortable even if you ordered a size lower or higher. It really fit like a glove without being too tight.

What struck me most with this pair was its balance. By that, I mean the pair was not overly flashy, but also not boring. The waistband is bold and modern, but not gaudy. Overall, it would be a great addition to your underwear drawer simply because it shows off your assets and is comfortable. Although I wish the price were a bit lower, it’s not ridiculous by any means and I still wholeheartedly recommend this pair.

BRAND: Garcon Model

PAIR: Elite Sport Trunk

COLORS: Purple, Orange, Pink, Green, Navy, Red

FABRIC: 95% Bamboo/5% Elastane

SIZES: S-XL

COST: $32.00

FURNISHED BY: Garcon Model

Where to buy: garconmodel.com