We are holding out Annual UNB Readers survey. Your feedback is very important for us, and we use it to improve the site. This is our Third survey and every time we hold the survey we learn something new from you guys. So please take a few minutes to fill out the survey.
For one respondant we are giving away a $25 gift card (to a major online underwear retailer) if you fill out your email. However, if you wish to remain anonymous you can! We will draw the winner on Sunday!
Are you on Facebook? Do you like to win underwear? If you answered yes to both questions then check out the JustUs Clothing “The Weigh In” caption contest.
You maybe asking what is it? Well,”nutshell – There will be a series of pictures posted and players will add captions to each picture – in an effort to complete a story. The winner wins Justus Clothing underwear for them self and 10 of their friends. So the more friends you get to play, the better your chance of winning.”
To play you need to head over to the JustUs Clothing Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/JustusClothing). To see the rules and visit http://justusclothing.com/weigh-in-overview.html. Good luck and happy commenting!
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Today’s Brief Distraction is from N2N Bodywear! This is part of the University collection, called the University Sport. The sport is available in Maroon (pictured) and Sky Blue. It is listed for $36 on the N2N Bodywear site! We will start profiling more swimwear since it’s begining to be swimwear season!
Tuesday can mean one thing, $12 Tuesday from Baskit! This is where you get a great pair of underwear for only $12 one day only! This weeks pair is the Ribbed Brief. This pair has “amazing pouch fit and a great low profile on your waist.” To get the deal go to the Baskit website and go under specials. While on the specials page check out the swimwear and Pure line both on sale!
My second pair of lacey undies left a far better impression on me than the first. The lace jockstrap that I tried out last week left a negative first impression of lace undies. This very untraditional boyshort comes in red, black, and white (I reviewed red) and is made up of 85% nylon, 15% spandex.
The comfort level was the biggest surprise to me. They don’t look at all comfortable, and I thought I would spend all day itching at hair getting stuck in the lace and readjusting, but luckily I was very easily able to forget that I was even wearing them, a characteristic of every good pair of underwear.
Lookwise, it’s on the way to being attractive, but it’s still not quite there for me. I love the concept, but the execution lacks in my eye, the biggest negative being the metal medallions on each strap of the sides of the underwear. They look great on the package, but out of the package look more like plastic. I was unable to easily remove the medallions (I don’t have anything to cut through metal in the house), but they seem unnecessary. I have to say though that the way that the underwear hugs the rear makes a fantastic outline of the bottom of the um… bottom. The rear view is very hot!
Available from the MaleBasics website for $19.50, the MaleBasics Lacie Boyshort hasn’t quite given me the incredible lacey experience that I’ve been hoping for since I first learned about them, but besides the great price, they’ve started to leave me feeling positive for the future of lace undies.
PROS
CONS
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Fit |
5 |
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Materials |
4 |
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Construction |
4 |
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Look |
3 |
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Daily Wear |
4 |
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OVERALL *OUT of 5* |
4.0 |
These were furnished for review by MaleBasics. They are for sale for $19.50
Are you ready for a new take on and old classic? If so then you need to check out the Jack Adams Ranger Fly X Jockstrap. This pair is updated due to the innovation, quality construction and style. It also has one thing other jocks don’t, a fully functional fly for easy access.
This pair is available at 10Percent.com for $23.00
Today’s Brief Distraction is from a company out of Israel called G-Lad . G-Lad is made from a designer from Israel based in Tel Aviv created line of sexy fit fresh swimwear. We think they are definitely worth a look!
Is it underwear or is it men’s panities? Made of materials which feel very similar to women’s underwear, you would think this 78% Nylon, 22% Spandex brief belonged to a woman not a man. However, the cut and fit are definite made for a man’s frame. The constructed pouch provides support only a good pair of men’s bikini briefs can offer. Add to that the low hip cut and the crossed pattern in the back and you have a wonderfully sexy and very comfortable pair. Speaking of that crossed pattern, it gives just the right amount of glimpse to the assets hidden underneath.
Available in four colors (red, white, black and turquoise) the piece has a decent variety for most people. It is also cost effective. It is only $18 per pair. It does have a downside though. The garment is not washing machine safe and must be hand washed and laid flat to dry. The material, cut, and colors may be reminiscent of women’s panties but these are definitely made for men and are definitely a great pair for any man to have in his drawer.
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CONS
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Fit |
5 |
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Materials |
5 |
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Construction |
5 |
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Look |
5 |
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Daily Wear |
5 |
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OVERALL |
5 |
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*OUT of 5* |
These were furnished for review by MaleBasics. They also retail for $17.99
Today’s Brief Distraction is another UNB Original! This is from Magic and features the model from Junk UnderJeans. We have a review coming up for the new thong! We are waiting for it to be released before its posted. But they have some great new styles and watch the video from our Magic Coverage.
42 STYLES OF ACTIVEMAN JOCKS AND UNDERWEAR NOW 15% OFF
Whether you want a basic sports jock (in loads of colors) for the gym, a high stylin’ enhancing Lycra Contour Jock, some sexy modal trunks and briefs or a provocative Lace-up Jockstrap then now’s the time to stock up on these already affordable jocks and underwear as all 42 styles of Activeman gear are now on sale for 15% off at Jockstrap Central.
The sale is on until Sunday, April 22nd but quantities are limited and they won’t be offering rain checks so for the best selection, act now.
Shop now at Jockstrap Central
Today’s Brief Distraction is from Timoteo‘s Cellblock 13. We ran a post bout them yesterday and thought you would enjoy one more picture. The line is out now and ready for purchase. You can find them at your favorite retailer!
Timoteo, the Los Angeles based men’s designer that caters to the stylish and active man who seeks the ultimate in comfort and design, introduces its first collection to merge fashion with fetish, CellBlock 13. Made from spandex athletic mesh and nylon spandex fabrics, in sinisterly dark shades of navy, black and red – with a custom designed waistband boldly emphasizing the rawness of the brief – CellBlock 13 goes beyond the bedroom, ushering men into the adult playroom and beyond. CellBlock 13, by Timoteo, is available at select retailers and online now.
“We have long received requests to create and design a line for the fetish community,” said Timoteo Ocampo, Creative Director and Co-Owner of Timoteo, of the new line in Los Angeles. “There was a void in the market for designs that fit properly and were created using the latest fabrications,” said Ocampo, “we are so thrilled to be launching a very specific brand for a very specific customer.” Before launching his own label, Ocampo worked as a designer; first for XOXO and later at Baby Phat, where he helped launch the brand with Russell Simmons and Kimora Lee. He names Yves Saint Laurent as one of his greatest influences.
“CellBlock 13 is for the guy who isn’t afraid to show off how he looks and feels, or what he’s into. The line fills a void in the fetish market and extends beyond into other communities. CellBlock 13 has an attitude skaters will wear and it’s tough enough for ultimate fighters. Basically, the gear is for anyone with an edge,” says Ocampo.
The collection consists of a full range of underwear, jockstraps, graphic tee shirts, compression shorts and wrestling singlets and introduces a new twist on how one wears compression fabrics.
“The line is officially launched as CellBlock 13, a Timoteo Brand,” says Joel Johnston, CEO and Co-Owner of Timoteo. “This is the first of more future offerings that are targeted to specific customer segments from the Timoteo brand umbrella,” continued Johnston, “as creative director and head designer Timoteo as distinguished himself as a true American designer and his construction and fabrication are second top quality.”
Along with CellBlock 13, Timoteo is unveiling four new underwear lines for spring 2012 including Timoteo Sport 2.0 and Classic Luxury Mesh.
Timoteo launched ten years ago as a small storefront in West Hollywood, CA that manufactured select fashion pieces for men. It has since evolved into a fun and hip brand that produces a full line of product across multiple categories including denim, sports tees, tank tops, underwear, swim and athletic wear.
“This season’s collection is about adding fashion to fitness wear with high quality fabrics that breath, colors that are of the moment, and fits that accentuate a well-toned body,” says Ocampo.
Staying connected through social media is a huge priority for the brand. “Our customers are as active on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Instagram and other social networking sites as they are in the gym. We have to maintain a strong presence online,” says Johnston.
Ocampo says the feedback towards CellBlock 13 he has received so far via social media has him very excited. Ocampo said, “The overwhelmingly positive response to images we released through social media tells me we are doing this the way right way and people are loving it.”
“My job is to provide guys with gear that looks and feels good,” he says. “Clothes that enable them to play hard in this game we call life.”
For a sneak peak at CellBlock 13 visit http://www.cellblock13.net/ and Timoteo’s entire Spring 2012 collection at visit http://www. timoteo.net/
2(x)ist is releasing a new brand called (X)TREME. This come on the heels of the last release Touch. Here is what 2(x)ist says: “Four fits get primed for performance in wicking stretch cotton and a unique, ultra”enhancing Pouch design.
This line is available in 4 Styles: Sport Brief, No-Show Brief, No-Show Trunk and Jockstrap. The colors of each style are black, red and white. All styles but the No-Show Trunk are $22 and the No-Show Trunk is $28. Find these and more at the 2(x)ist site.
Today’s Brief Distraction is from JustUs Clothing. If you are a fan on our Facebook Page you will see us post some Speed Table sales from them, they aren’t every week but they are pretty regular. You can get some really great deals on some underwear!
Are you a big geek like me for Comic Book Movies? Do you love underwear? If you answered yes to both, then you need to check out aussieBum‘s coverage of the premier of the Avengers. They do have a product placement in the movie! It has been been a big year for the world of men’s underwear! The image holds a count down till 5:15 PM (BST) and it will switch to the live stream automatically. You can watch the stream below or at the aussieBum site!
Today’s Brief Distraction is one from the recent trip to Vegas. This one features a relatively new brand to the US called Jam underwear. We hope you enjoy this UNB only pic!
Ever wonder what it would be like to wake up and spend your morning with an Andrew Christian model? The Andrew Christian team got the “boyfriend” experience with one of our favorites, Jason Medina. The video is shot as if you are Jason’s lover, making you feel like you are there. The video begins with Jason waking up under the covers, smiling and blowing kisses. He then strips down completely for a teasing bubble bath. After that he shares champagne and downs a banana just before stripping once more to skinny dip.
We are curious what do you think of the new Andrew Christian Videos?
Today’s Brief Distraction is from Bum-Chums. We have run a lot of reviews from them in the last month. They have been a big hit with the guys on the site. I thought we would add some great pictures as well. This picture features the 2cooler Ignite, Ice & Air. Check out a really fun underwear brand and some GREAT undies as well!
It’s Tuesday and that mean’s it is time for Baskit’s $12 Tuesday. This weeks pair is the Energy Brief. The Energy Brief is known for its great pouch and low profile. This pair is regularly $22 but today only you can get it for just $12! While there check out the swimwear on sale and the Pure line as well! Both are really great prices. Just go under specials.
The Malebasics Lace Micro Thong V-String is a great pair of underwear. I received the black and red pair to review. The waistband is a wide 2 inch piece of soft black lace. The actual pouch and thong strap are a red nylon/spandex blend. (85% Nylon 15% Spandex.) The materials are very soft.
Now I know many of you aren’t the type that wear thongs on a regular basis. The thought of wearing a lace thong might just seem even stranger and too feminine. If you strip the preconceived notions of what is masculine versus feminine you might be surprised by the likability of wearing this garment. Women wear lace often because it is a soft fabric. So why shouldn’t men get the chance to feel soft luxurious fabrics against their skin. The day I decided to wear this pair for my review I sat at my desk at work and ran errands after in NYC. This invovled some serious walking around several neighborhoods so I definitely had a chance to put these to the test.
The design of the underwear is very simplistic. The pouch is two pieces of fabrics with a front middle seam and the thong strap is attached at the base of the pouch. I prefer my underwear to not have a seam in the center of the pouch. Malebasics only offers this thong is two sizes (s/m and l/xl). I found that the front seam didn’t bother me as it normally does because the size of the underwear was larger than what I normally would get. The length of the strap was also nice. There was never a need to adjust the pouch or thong during the day. The width of the waistband was a little too wide. Since the fabric is so soft there is little structure to stop it from folding. Under my jeans it stayed flat for the duration of the day but later when I got home and decided to relax on my couch in just the underwear I noticed that it was folding. The waistband is so soft that I was happy to realize I hardly felt it on my skin.
I don’t think I would wear these to the gym. I say this not because they are very feminine looking but solely based on the sizing. They are very comfortable to wear under jeans but I don’t think they would be very supportive while working out at the gym. Would I wear them again? Sure. I don’t think I would make them a regular pair I pull out of my drawer but they will definitely be worn at some point again when I just want to look sexy while I lounge around.
Pros
Cons
| Fit | 4 |
| Material | 4 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Look | 4 |
| Daily Wear | 3 |
| Overall | 4 |
This pair was furnished by Malebasics and is available for $17.99 at their site.
I like it when we can run something for charity or for a PSA! Good Boy Gone Bad did HIV prevention video above in the Philippians. Please take a look and share with your friends!
This Style Brief is from Andrew Christian. It’s slowly becoming swimwear season! Are you ready for the memorial day fun? If not you need to check out the new suit from Andrew Christian
. The Essential Bikini is super low-cut, in fact, it’s the lowest cut in the Andrew Christian collection!
Available in Red, Black and Teal. It is available for $32 at the Andrew Christian Website!