shauna by night

Bubble Head

You know, it's really hard to write about something you don't have strong feelings about. I neither liked nor hated Doc Johnson's Bubblehead. It's another in a growing line of toys that vibrate and rotate - and I'm not impressed with any of them. I didn't much care for the jelly material it's made of, and I found the "bubbles" a bit too rough for my delicate insides. However, the vibration gets pretty strong and the rotating movement can feel like petting on your clit if you do it right. It's a pretty good toy especially if you're fond of the rotating-type. I'm not. So you're on your own.

Bubblehead courtesy of Amantis.

Energie

Natural Contours has engineered a fantastic Kegel exerciser. All of us ladies know that we should do our exercises so we stay firm and tight, both for our own pleasure and for our partners. But, as with most exercise plans, it tends to get pushed to the bottom of the priority list. This baby will entice you to bring it up to the top of the list. Not only does the Energie bring with it all the benefits of Kegel exercises, but it feels absolutely wonderful in the process. It's smooth, heavy (relatively), and perfectly shaped for its purpose. One end is slightly bigger than the other to accommodate all sizes, and the instructions included explain the exercise clearly. After my first set of reps, I was running for my vibrator to finish myself off. I figured cumming around it would only add to my workout. Right? I strongly recommend adding the Energie to any healthy sexual lifestyle. I never thought exercising could be so much fun!

The Energie courtesy of Natural Contours.

Crystal Sleevz

The Crystal Sleevz set is a 7" vibrator with two jelly sleeves that fit snugly over the vibe. The vibrator is a slender one with a pretty powerful motor and the usual twist low-to-high knob on the bottom. The sleeves come in two shapes: one lifelike and the other with a curved tip for hitting your g-spot.

They both feel pretty damn good, and the vibration carries through the jelly just fine. My biggest complaint, though, is that the jelly feels cheap and sticky. I actually yanked out a few hairs that got stuck to it when I put it in my mouth to wet it. Ouch! I guess you gotta use lube instead of spit with this toy.

Crystal Sleevz courtesy of Amantis.

The Wave

The Wave is one of Doc Johnson's newest creations. It's designed to be inserted while the vibrator rests on the clit.  It's made of some very firm and flexible latex stuff, sort of like the old dildos but a little more forgiving. The vibrator is good and strong, and the wired remote can give your partner control of the action. It's waterproof too! You can always rely on Doc's stuff being of high quality, well constructed, and nicely packaged.

I would love to sit in on a design meeting one of these days. It's different from most things out there, but I have mixed feelings on the "all in one" toys. While they are a good idea for convenience and ease of use, insertables and clit stimulators - like components in a good stereo system - are better left separate. Women, obviously, come in all shapes and sizes. Getting an off-the-shelf toy that fits properly is tricky at best. Also, since the way an insertable is enjoyed and the way a clit stimulator is used are two very different motions, I find it difficult to get any kind of rhythm going. So, while the Wave is of superb quality and has a powerful vibe and, in fact, feels good, it just didn't make as one of my favorites.

Rock Chick

The Rock Chick is a high quality toy intended to be used inside and out at the same time. The hook is for your g-spot, and there's a bullet vibe in the other end for your clit. It's made of non-porous silicone and is waterproof. Supposedly once you've got it in position, you can sit up and stimulate yourself with a slight rocking motion (thus the name). I, however, couldn't get comfortable with it. The angle of the toy is too severe for me, so when I got the vibe where it ought to be, the hook was pressing way to hard on my insides. I guess I'm just not a fan of g-spot stimulators and clit stimulators in one toy. Too much depends on you and the toy being the same size. If this toy had a hinge instead of an inflexible elbow, I think we might have been in business.

Rock Chick courtesy of Eros Boutique. 

Vibratex Beehive

The Vibratex Beehive is a rotating vibrator, similar to the rabbit-style vibes but without the clit stimulator. It sports two sliding switches - one switch controls the vibration and the other controls the rotation speed. It's made out of that soft jelly stuff, with a nubby shaft. The vibrator is in the beehive tip, which is a good thing.

The rotating, hand-held vibes mystify me. I've tried several of them, each a little different, and still come up with confusion. OK, the idea is you insert this bad boy into your vagina and let it caress you with its circular motion. The reality (in my experience) is that once it's inserted, the handle rotates and the head is held still. So, I grab hold of the handle and hold it still instead. Now, the motor sounds like it's really laboring and it starts heating up. I know from my limited knowledge of machinery that hot motors are unhappy motors. Could it be that my muscles are too strong for this vibe? If so, . . . cool. I guess I really need to try a Sybian after all.

Vibratex Beehive courtesy of Wild In Secret.

Vixskin: Bandit

I've got only one thing to say about this new dildo - Holy Shit! I've never felt anything like it in a toy. Yes, it's just a plain, non-vibrating, dick-shaped toy, BUT the Bandit is made of this new silicone stuff that the folks at Vixen Creations are calling Vixskin. It feels a whole lot like real skin and warms to the touch quickly. It's the closest thing to a real penis that I have had the pleasure of experiencing. When it arrived I couldn't wait to try it out. I dropped what I was doing and ran to the bedroom to give myself a good fucking. I didn't stop until I came twice - hard. I have played with it several times since its maiden voyage, and coupled with my favorite vibe, it's pounded me through more than a dozen really intense orgasms. Wow! 

Vixskin: Bandit courtesy of Wild In Secret.

Ribbed UR3 G-Spot Hard Throb

The G-Spot Hard Throb is a simple design that really feels great. It's a standard 7" missile-type vibe just like the first one I ever got off with, including one of those flaky twist switches on the bottom. However, the addition of the soft jelly sleeve is amazing. The vibration carries through the jelly tip to tickle and press on my g-spot, and the ribs add that extra something to penetration. I love this new jelly stuff, but it takes a little more care. Thus, the Hard Throb comes with a storage bag, and a little cornstarch will keep the jelly from getting all sticky.

The Devil Dildo

It finally happened. Here we are on 6/6/06. Awesome. Assuming nothing biblical happens, I think this is as good an excuse as any to get naughty. It just so happens that I have the perfect review for today - the Devil dildo by Divine Interventions. These wackos offer a range of wonderfully offensive, handmade silicone toys. The Devil not your thing? Fine. Choose from offerings like Buhdda's Delight, the Grim Reaper and Jackhammer Jesus. My friend Bella tried this one out for me. She said she liked the feel, but the shape was a little uncomfortable for her. Bah! These things are definitely a style over substance statement. Buy one, try one and you can honestly say you have had the devil inside you. Rock on.

Wahl Massager

Technically, this review could fall into the "Perversions" category, but I am not the only one to have  discovered the alternate uses for this little wonder. It's as famous as my beloved Hitachi. Sold originally as a personal massager, the pervert community has turned it to the dark side. It comes with seven, different massage heads, and my friends at Wild In Secret ship it with one of the unofficial attachments intended for sexual use (the blue one in the picture on the left). It plugs into the wall with 9 feet of cord to roll around with, and it has two powerful levels of vibration to indulge in.