I'm Feeling the (Male) Power - A Review

It's not often that you come across a new brand of underwear when you're someone like me. And while I had heard of Male Power before, it is new to my underwear drawer. I must say, I wish I had tried them earlier!

I received a sizable bundle of undies from the nice folks over at Male Power, but so far my hands-down favorite is the Heather Rib Enhancer Bikini Brief, which I will review today. At first glance, the brief is nothing too special. It looks like your standard grey brief. Its heather grey fabric is nice, but nothing out of the ordinary. That is at first glance.

Once you get these briefs on, it's a whole different game. The fit is a cross between a brief and a bikini, although in the Male Power catalog they are officially referred to as bikini briefs. The legs are high cut, but there is still some fabric below the waistband making them not true bikinis. The pouch is generously cut, but also form fitting. I did not realize this with my initial wear, but the pouch is actually designed to be enhancing according to the product listing pages. While it is enhancing, it is still comfortable and has a natural look.

In fact, these are some of the comfiest briefs I've tried in a long time and they will definitely take a place in my core rotation. The fabric is silky soft, light-weight, and breathable. The pictures really don't do the fabric justice, it's a very subtle knit that is soft and smooth to the touch. While I've only worn them over the past few weeks in the summer heat, I have a feeling they will wear well throughout the year. The waistband is also smooth, with a side tag that isn't noticeable.

While basic, I'd argue that these briefs are quite stylish. There's something very sexy about them, while at the same time timeless. The light-weight fabric contours perfectly to the male form, emphasizing every curve in the sexiest way possible. They truly live up to the brand's name Male Power. 

These briefs are very versatile, I can't think of a purpose for which you couldn't wear these. With that in mind, and considering I'm adding these to my main rotation, I'd say they're well worth the $22 price tag. They can be purchased at both Freshpair and Mens Underwear Store. The heather rib collection also comes in a thong, jock, and trunk which I imagine are all equally comfortable.

MY RATING: 
Overall, I give the Male Power Heather Rib Bikini Brief a total score of 9 based on the following criteria:
FIT -- 9 (out of 10) - High-cut, cross between a brief and bikini; contours to every curve.
COMFORT -- 10 (out of 10) - Silky, smooth, lightweight fabric. Soft waistband.
STYLE -- 9 (out of 10) - Basic, stylish, sexy, and timeless.
QUALITY -- 10 (out of 10) - High quality fabric and construction.
VALUE -- 9 (out of 10) - Great for every occasion, worth the price.

********** 9

New Brand Sheath + Review

So far I've reviewed some big names in underwear which happen to be some of my favourites. Now, I have for you a brand most of you won't be familiar with, Sheath. The pair I was sent is the Sheath 2.0 boxer brief.

Sheath has created a boxer brief with the active guy in mind. This is a very traditional cut and look for a boxer brief and while the design is simple the engineering and thought put into this boxer brief shows when you put it on. I did notice on the Sheath website that the boxer briefs are true and tested in some extremely active situations like mountain climbing, martial arts and yoga (and probably more).

Most guys are probably familiar with the pouch designs in active boxer briefs with the growth of the market all over North America. Sheath has created a pouch design that as you may guess is where the name Sheath comes from. It's a different design from 'keyholes' or lifting/enhancing pouches by a piece of fabric seen into the pouch that allows your stuff to sit into the pouch much like the lip of a cup [Uman says: reminds me a bit of the now-defunct brand Alio]. The fabric used is stretchable and lightweight enough to be comfortable and doesn't rely on any hardware or wiring inside the pouch to maintain shape. So this is a very gentle approach to underwear designed to separate and support your package. There is still some room for improvement in the pouch though, I found that as my package grew and shrunk in the cold weather that I would need to check and reposition myself.

The construction of the rest of the boxer brief is an obviously classic feel. A lot of modern underwear and pants for that matter have been lower rises including other athletic/active underwear. So this does stand out because of the higher rise. Other than the signature sheath pouch design and the higher rise, the construction is simplistic and minimalist. This includes the waistband which is a hidden fabric covered waistband with a small tag on the front that has the logo and brand Sheath. A great thing about this type of support in boxer briefs is the freedom a lot of guys are crazy about doesn't come with slipping out of one of the leg holes and for some this can happen constantly. So, if not for the construction for athletic needs, this is a great price for holding everything in place so you aren't slipping and falling out of your underwear.

If you aren't already familiar with my size, I am about a 26-28 waist and just under average height. So, when possible I try to go for the smallest size available from a retailer. The 1.0 is made in a boy's sizing 26-28 as the smallest size and the 2.0 is a 28-30. I was sent a 28-30 for this review and I was a little sad when I put these on that they were just a little big. I wasn't surprised but the higher rise did move and shift on me because of the sizing. Now, this is mostly just a heads up for the smaller guys who may be too small for these. But for every other guy who isn't a 28 these should fit great. Especially since the target audience for these boxer briefs is guys who have some more muscle, you should be fine to order the same size as your jeans. As for the leg size, these were perfect, not too tight and not to small and with a little stretch should stretch perfectly.

The fabric choice is also something most guys will be comfortable and at home with. This is a 95% cotton and 5% Elastane blend with average stretch. The 2.0 design was made to be more lightweight than the original design and as such will be more breathable and have a more natural/barely there feel. There isn't much to say about the fabric choice as it felt while I was wearing these because it is a simplistic blend. Throughout the day these moved with me and didn't require constant adjustment or shifting from moving but as I mentioned with the weather, I would slip once in a while.

Design is simple with the brand Sheath. I assume because the point of the underwear is to provide support to active people they've made a minimal design to keep the price for the consumer low and to allow for a lot of testing and designing newer designs. So, keeping all that in mind, as I mentioned before, we have a classic boxer brief that has a high rise and short length legs. This boxer brief does come in five colors (black, grey, white, blue and red) which is quite typical of many active wear brands.

It is worth mentioning that on the website there are close up pictures of the 2.0 design which shows a close up of the inside cup design and at the time of me writing this the 1.0 design is on sale.

UMan says: The folks at Sheath have generously extended a 20% off offer to MUB readers with coupon code MUB.

MY RATING:  6 (out of 10)

Recommended for: Active and bigger guys. 

COMFORT: 9

CONSTRUCTION: 7

DURABILITY: 7

DESIGN: 5

APPEAL: 5

VALUE: 7

Crazy Saint Patrick's Day Sale at Big Boys!

In honor of Saint Patrick's day, from now until March 20th (when we all sober up), Big Boys is offering a special 3 for 2 deal.  Buy 3 multipacks and get them for the price of 2.  Check it out, these won't last long!  Note, this offer is only available on green, white, and orange undies (you know, Irish colors!).  

Brief Boys Review Big Boys Boxer Brief

Boxer Brief
Big Boys
Avg. $22 US


Brief Boys Mitchell and Patton review the standard boxer brief from Big Boys, which “conforms to your shape and gives you all the support you need.”



Patton: Let’s start with the obvious. Did they conform to your shape?

Mitchell: I think these would conform to a wide variety of shapes. Thanks to the, let’s say, spacious pouch design, there’s plenty of room, big boy or not. Normally, I don’t find boxer briefs very supportive, but these surprised me. They’re as comfortable as a brief.

P: Agreed. Consumers will be surprised at just how much you can stuff into these things, and yet have them remain comfortable. I think the fabric goes a long way in this, too, as it’s stretchy yet incredibly soft. I’m not big on boxer briefs, either, since they can sometimes feel like pantyhose, but these aren’t suffocating at all, nor do they ride up as the day goes on.

M: I noticed that, too. And there’s not super tight elastic in the legs, either. It was nice not to feel like my legs were losing circulation. And when do you wear pantyhose?

P: The one thing I will say about the pouch, though – and this is just a personal thing – is that it’s more or less an erection generator. There’s a lot more movement, during the day, and it’s a lot harder, if you’ll excuse the pun, to ignore what’s going on down there.

M: Well, I enjoyed the extra freedom, and didn’t encounter any distractions. Though if you’re undressing with an audience, be aware that the fabric is a little see-through. For the more bashful, I’d suggest one of the darker colors.

P: I’m fine with see-through fabric, but when you combine it with that weird crease on the pouch, suddenly it’s not so sexy.

M: Yeah, I’m not sure what’s up with that. It makes you look a little pointy.

P: Seems like it could be a simple fix, too. Either way, this is definitely not a family friendly, or even roommate friendly, pair of underwear. Not much is left to the imagination.

M: Still, though, it’s a simple defect in an otherwise comfortable, flattering pair of underwear that brings out the shower in us all.

P: And the grower, apparently.

 FIT /  Excellent
 COMFORT /  Excellent
 STYLE /  Good
 QUALITY /  Excellent
 VALUE /  Excellent

 BOTTOM LINE /  The perfect choice for guys looking for extra space.

Brief Boys Review Yorkies Binary Brief

The Binary Brief
Yorkies
Avg. $29 US


Brief Boys Mitchell and Patton review the Binary Brief from Yorkies, “for men who are going places.” The Binary Brief boasts a “hidden horseshoe-shaped cup” that “provides a little additional lift up front.”


Mitchell: Apparently, men who are going places in the digital age need more advanced underwear that “puts the total package up front.” While there are a lot of anatomical lift designs out there, these provide lift and support without any of the complicated straps and strings we’re used to.

Patton: Exactly. The “horseshoe-shaped cup” isn’t much more than a pocket, and is surprisingly un-intrusive. Though I didn’t exactly feel like I was going to get a promotion or anything, but maybe I was wearing the wrong jeans.

M: Me neither. Though it’s impressive that Patrick York, the owner and designer of Yorkies, has given himself a promotion with this entire project. His 2011 Kickstarter campaign was a huge success, and he’s currently operating and manufacturing in the Bay Area. I’m pleased to see he’s turned it into a full-fledged business in so short a time.

P: That may have a lot to do with the appearance of the brief. Graphically, they’re very stylish – all black and white, covered in binary text, with a QR code stamped on the right hip. With the lift offered by the pouch, this is a pair of underwear to show off, but from a design and structural standpoint, there’s really not much more here than a basic brief.

M: Agreed. The cut, fabric, and fit all seem pretty standard. Though I will say I was surprised to find out that they were polyester rather than cotton, since they’re incredibly soft. So that gives them a little bit of a performance boost.

P: But definitely not something you’d wear running or anything. Especially not with that extra inch or so of fabric between the pouch and the seat. After a while, they threaten to sag.

M: By the way, did I tell you I scanned the QR code?

P: No. Did it lead you somewhere secret?

M: That’s what I was hoping, but it just brings you to the Yorkies website. Which, if you’re wearing the underwear, I’m assuming you’ve already seen.

P: What if you’re scanning someone else’s underwear? Maybe they should offer customizable QR codes that lead to whatever online profile you choose.

M: In case you get lost and you don’t remember your name?

P: Or maybe the website is fine.

 FIT /  Average
 COMFORT /  Good
 STYLE /  Good
 QUALITY /  Average
 VALUE /  Average

 BOTTOM LINE /  For guys who want to show off their assets with more style than a solid color brief.

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New Style: aussieBum PocketJockit

I know we haven't talked about aussieBum in a while, but they're still strong and kicking and pumping out sexy, innovative undies. Today I just thought I'd share a new style from them, the PocketJockit. This style features a pocket in the pouch "to store anything you can imagine". I also imagine that you could stuff the pouch to enhance your profile if you like. I just thought that this video was fun and cheeky so I wanted to share it. The PocketJockit normally retails for $25 USD, but it's currently on sale for $16 USD. So that's a great deal. No idea how long this sale will last, so act fast!

Obviously Low-Rise - A Review

We've discussed Obviously numerous times in the past.  Just as a quick refresher, Obviously is an Australian brand that specializes in making "anatomically correct" underwear for men.  The idea is that there is a separate pouch that allows your junk to hang as it naturally would.  They promise no sticking, squashing, readjusting, chaffing, or sweating.  I've reviewed their Sinuous line bikini brief in the past, today I'm going to review their low-rise brief which is available in a lot of different colors and in all their collections.  

The fit of this brief is actually quite skimpy, although upon first glance it appears that you are well covered.  In reality, the sides are quite tiny with less than an inch of fabric at the smallest point.  However, this is augmented by a rather large waistband, so the overall visual impression is that more is covered.  These briefs fit true to size and are very form fitting across the sides, butt, and perineum.  The low-rise of these briefs just barely covers the assets.  As I have pointed out in my previous review, the pouch seems a little unnecessarily large at times and doesn't really hold your member in place but rather allows it to flop around - but that is afterall the point of these.  I personally find this to be a little annoying at times.  This is especially true when wearing tighter fitting pants as the underwear lets your member hang freely in the front, thus tight pants tend to squeeze things awkwardly up front.  As was the case with my previous Obviously experience, you are not completely hanging free and the pouch does allow a certain amount of support. 

Just like all Obviously products, these are made from an oh-so-soft and smooth modal and lycra blend.  The fabric is super soft and sensuous against the skin.  It is also thin and feels almost weightless, a perfect choice for hot summer days.  The tag is printed onto the inside for additional comfort.  My only complaint comfort-wise is there is a seam at the bottom of the pouch across the perineum area.  This seam I found is too far forward on these briefs and tended to brush up against my balls in an uncomfortable manner that required an occasional readjustment.  While this is not a deal breaker, I found myself adjusting these undies way more than I would like.  Part of this, however, has to do with the pants you wear them with and how much you make the pouch expand to handle your manhood throughout the course of the day. 

As for the style of these things, these briefs are sizzling... sssssss.... They're almost too hot to handle.  As I said, they are super skimpy.  The back is full coverage, but the sides are practically non-existent.  These come in a fun array of colors that are bright and playful as well as more subdued colors for the more reserved individual.  I really love the way the logo waistband is set with the type not quite fitting on the band. 

As with all Obviously underwear, these will set you back a pretty penny or two, but they are very good quality and well made.  These will last you a good time.  And with summer coming up, something this light-weight is perfect for keeping you covered and comfortable during the hot, sticky, summer days ahead.  For even more comfort this summer from Obviously, try their thong. 

MY RATING:
Overall, I give the Obviously Low-Rise Brief a total score of 8 based on the following criteria:
FIT -- 9 (out of 10) - Low-rise, minimal coverage.  Anatomically correct pouch - a little too large. 

COMFORT -- 7 (out of 10) - Soft fabric.  Lightweight fabric perfect for summer.  Occasional readjustments necessary. 
STYLE -- 9 (out of 10) - Sizzling.  Lots of fun colors to choose from. 
QUALITY -- 9 (out of 10) - Well made. Will last you. 
VALUE -- 8 (out of 10) - Good value.  Great for summer.

**********8

 

Enhancing Underwear is All the Rage

Cocksox Enhancing Jock

The term “junk in the trunk” isn’t just for the ladies anymore. Now more than ever, it is easier to fill out your derriere, supersize your package, or even give a lift to your nether-regions with the help of an underwear enhancement. In a recent survey on MensUnderwearStore.com, they asked customers how they felt about the underwear enhancement movement: 33% of men said that they would be open to trying this kind of underwear, while 26% revealed that they like enhancement underwear and already wear them. The underwear enhancement revolution is upon us! 

Here at MUB we've definitely seen just how true this is.  With an increasing number of brands offering enhancement options like Andrew Christian and C-In2.  In fact some brands exclusively specialize in enhancing underwear like Big Boys Pants, Obviously, and Cocksox, just to name a few.   There are many different "technologies" out there to help you get a bigger profile from padding, to slings, to specially cut pouches and everything in between. 

So here at MUB, we want to hear from you.  What are your thoughts on wearing enhancing underwear?  Would you wear them every day or just for special occasions?  33% of men surveyed said they would wear them, are you one?  Or maybe you're one of the 26% that already does. 

Andrew Christian… My new Addiction.

Having tried hundreds of brands over the past few years in men’s underwear, there seems to be one consistent thing you can count on…. Eventually your favorite brand is going to let you down with a style that just doesn’t stand up to its predecessor’s lofty standards in terms of look, style, feel and overall comfort. 

I often scratch my head when I see retail prices for some of the so called “designer” brands like Calvin Klein and Emporio Armani. Not because they don’t produce some of the most popular styles, but because they clearly have a price tag that many of us find hard to swallow for an item usually kept hidden beneath your pants all day… 

Most of us don’t mind spending the cash on a nice shirt or jeans because they not only make us feel good but they’re on display for everyone to see…. And even Calvin Klein’s obvious “budget” pairs have a lofty price tag on them. I’m sorry but I can’t justify spending thirty to forty dollars for a pair of briefs simply for the name if it doesn’t meet up with the other key selection criteria of materials, visual appeal and comfort. 

Thankfully Andrew Christian has a better handle on their market, producing some of the finest sports, swim and underwear with enough variety in style without compromising on quality by simply staking their reputation on the name of the label.

The trouble with CK (and don’t get me wrong I rate some of their underwear highly) is that there’s far too much variance in sizing and general comfort across their range. I’ve pulled on pairs that have had so little room in the crotch I feel as though they were designed more for store mannequins than for men. 

Andrew Christian have had some truly inspired designs including the Almost Naked line, which was made of incredibly soft micro modal fabrics and has ample room and stretch fabrics to satisfy even the most well endowed man. The light weight fabric is incredibly supportive but you could be forgiven for forgetting you are even wearing them at all! Hence the name obviously!

Almost Naked Brief

They also held up with their moisture wicking ability, keeping me dry and comfortable all day. No itching or irritation thanks to the unlined pouch keeping the boys cool and comfy and in place, unlike other brands that you feel as though you’re constantly adjusting or scratching at, the anatomical design lifts and enhances which is terrific for the profile of your bulge but serves the purpose of keeping your testes away from your skin which is particularly important for those of us who might want children one day. Yes, we’ve found a product that saves us from having to live in boxer shorts and keep our partners off our backs about the health effects of tight fitting briefs on sperm production. Hallelujah! 

The clever devils have also just developed a new line called the Shock Jock Flirt brief which I’m excited to give a go, along with the usual features we’ve learned to love including the Anti-muffin top waistband (which basically means that the waistband is soft and flex’s with your body to avoid that “overhanging” look so that it remains smooth and is less likely to roll down) but it comes with a brand new insert which is going to revolutionize the underwear industry…. The Shock Jock Flirt underwear comes with an insert that is designed to resemble the male anatomy, adding inches to your profile and no doubt miles to your confidence in the gym locker room! It’s removable for washing or for guys who prefer the natural appearance of their bulge but from the photos I’ve seen so far this is going to do for men what the wonderbra did for women!

This is not new technology, as their previous lines have included padded inserts for the crotch and some lines have inbuilt cushioning in the rear to enhance the shape of your buns. But this is the first (to my knowledge anyhow) brand to bring the shaping technology to the market that mimics the anatomical shape of a bulges appearance. I hope to give this item a proper review in future if I get the chance to road test them.

So put away your designer undies that look good peeking over your jeans waistband but drive you crazy all day, and get yourself into a pair of Andrew Christian briefs that will not only look great with wide elastic waistbands that look sexy with low rise jeans, but feel the way you’d expect sexy high-end underwear should without the silver spoon price tag.

To learn more about Andrew Christian visit the Underwear Addict!

Freshpair Exclusive: 2(x)ist Maximize Collection

2(x)ist has just released a new collection called the Maximize collection.  As its name suggest, it maximizes your profile to make the most of what you've got.  But where it's different is that it doesn't use any straps or slings to do this.  It's an all natural profile booster that simply makes the most of what you've already got using the fabric to do so.  From the looks of it, these undies remind me of the anatomical pouch that Obviously offers.  This whole thing is about using comfort to maximize your profile.  The Maximize collection is available exclusively from Freshpair online and comes in both trunk and brief styles in black and white.  The fabric is a smooth, silky spandex/modal blend that will be sure to maximize your comfort.  They are topped with a sleek, platinum logo waistband.  These things are soft and sexy in an understated way.  They look to be a great go-to pair.  The trunks retail for $29 and the briefs go for $24.  I should be getting some pairs to try soon so stay tuned for a review. 

Enhanced Enhancing - Cocksox, a Review

Cocksox is known for their profile enhancing underwear designs.  A few years ago when Cocksox first came out, I reviewed their briefs.  My biggest complaints were that they did not adequately hold everything in place when aroused and they often rode down, requiring lots of adjustments throughout the day.  

Today I am going to review the Cocksox trunk with new waistband.  I tried them in white.  

The first thing I want to discuss with these is the enhancing component.  I think this is the most successful implementation of Cocksox's enhancing technology yet.  Because it is part of a trunk instead of something skimpier, there is enough fabric to hold everything in place no matter what your state of arousal is.  In previous versions, the pouch was such that it often separated from the body in such a way that support was lost.  

Now the question is, does it really enhance? I will admit, the results are not as drastic as some of Cocksox's other gear.  Instead what this trunk does is it basically collects your manhood in front of you and just sort of holds it in place.  Other Cocksox styles that I've tried hold things out at almost a 90 degree angle, whereas this trunk holds it out at a slightly smaller angle.  This makes for less drastic enhancement, but honestly some of the other stuff was almost too much.  

As Cocksox promotes on their website, these trunks are truly quite versatile.  They offer enough support so that they can be worn for running.  But they're also perfect to wear just during the day.  The Supplex/Lycra blend fabric dries really quickly which is great for an active lifestyle or washing on the go.  

The cut of these trunks is nice. They hit in the perfect place mid-thigh so that they won't ride up, but they're also not going to show underneath your running shorts.  The rise is such that they are perfect for wear with low-rise or mid-rise jeans.  The supplex/lycra fabric is lightweight and thin.  Perfect for hot summer days.  I honestly forget I'm wearing these, they really are like a second skin.  The back is seamless for a nice, smooth look under tight clothing. 

These trunks have a waistband, which is unusual for Cocksox gear.  I really like this addition as it is very stylish looking and also holds the underwear in place and prevents them from riding down.  I really like the use of the blue accent color for the lettering on the white waistband, it adds a little panache.  The waistband is flat-stitched to the rest of the undies to minimize the bulk and increase their comfort.  There are no elastic legbands, but just a simple folding over at the bottom of the legs suffices.  This makes for a comfortable fit while keeping the legs from riding up.  These trunks are stylish in a reserved way.  They are a very current, modern fit but the basic white makes them look very classic.  

These trunks are exceptional quality.  I've had these for quite a while and they have gone through the wash numerous times.  Often with synthetic fabrics you start to get a lot of "pilling" after repeated washes.  But I have not had any problems with that.  They also have kept their crisp white color in both the body of the underwear and the waistband.  I have experienced a little bit of stretching out at the bottom of the legs, but after a wash they snap back into shape. 

At about $30 USD a piece, these are not cheap.  But I've gotten a lot of great wear out of mine and expect a lot more to come.  These things will definitely last you.  They are versatile and can be worn for athletic purposes - $30 is a great price for something that is so versatile.  And if you get them today (7/18/10), Cocksox is still having their Cocksox day sale so you can save 20%. 

MY RATING:
Overall, I give the Cocksox Trunk with new Waistband a total score of 9 based on the following criteria:
FIT -- 9 (out of 10) - Stylish, modern fit.  Hits mid-thigh.  Improved enhancing pouch. 

COMFORT -- 9 (out of 10) - Thin, lightweight material perfect for summer.  Like a second skin.
STYLE -- 8 (out of 10) - Reserved style.  Stylish waistband and cut. 
QUALITY -- 10 (out of 10) - No pilling or fading after repeated washes. Holds up well. 
VALUE -- 8 (out of 10) - Expensive but versatile. 

**********9

Cocksox Pays Tribute to Spain + 20% off

Congratulations to Spain on their winnings in the World Cup. Cocksox model Tristan gets into full celebration with his celebratory uniform. In fact, Cocksox has devoted a whole gallery on their site in tribute to Spain. Also (below) be sure to check out Tristan in the hot new Crown Jewels Mesh thong from Cocksox. It features a black mesh body with gleaming gold trim.

Cocksox is also currently celebrating Cocksox Day honoring their birthday. Their fourth birthday was July 10, so in celebration they are offering 20% off their entire range until the 18th of July. Now that's what I call a celebration!

Pumpkin Ball Lifter from WildmanT

As a special for Halloween WildmanT will be selling pumpkin colored (orange and black) ball lifters for only $10! That's a great deal since they're normally $17 a piece. These things are sure to do the trick for your package; they'll be a treat!

Sinuously, Though - A Review

WARNING! This review uses blatant, ethnocentric generalizations Americans have of Australia. Be warned! No actual Australians were harmed in writing this review.

So, I visited Australia about a year ago. Before I left I made a list of “must do” items. 1. Hug a koala (check!), 2. Put something on a “barbie” (check!), 3. Go to one of those surf carnivals where all the crazy hot Australian men hike up their Speedos (sadly, no check). Though I did not accomplish everything I wanted to during my trip to the southern hemisphere, I left feeling edified (and with a suitcase full of underwear).

One of the first things I learned during my time in Australia is that the lovely men of that country can generally be categorized in two ways:

1. Hot
2. Hella hot!!!

So, I guess you’re wondering why I’m blah-blah-blahing about Australia when you really just want to read a review of the sinuous low rise bikini brief. Well, besides the fact that the garment I’m reviewing is designed and made there, the sinuous brief is the embodiment of everything that is awesome about Australia.

Obviously is an Australian brand that came into being in 2007 and with its founding, it brought forth an underwear reformation, one where comfort was paramount. Their well constructed garments personify the laid back attitude of the austral continent and its hysterically hot inhabitants. Simply put, the super comfortable, super sexy, sinuous low rise bikini brief is underwear at its very best. There's truth to the company's claim to being the most comfortable underwear in the world.

More about the briefs themselves: they’re eye catching and will surely warrant second looks or follow up questions to anyone who “accidentally” happen to see the flash of apple green. There’s also a rather cool looking design element in the back of the garment, reminiscent of a tribal tattoo-very timely and contemporary, and best of all sparing (not frenetically psycho like other tattoo inspired brands, *cough* ed hardy *cough*).

The shape of the briefs are less what we North Americans call a bikini brief, but more along the lines of what we think of as string bikinis, or for our Euro friends, tangas, with the pouch and the rear connected only by the waistband. The pouch and the rear provide minimal coverage, but I kind of like that. If you like full rear coverage, you probably will want to take a pass at these as the fabric approaches more of a ¾ coverage of your badonkadonk.

So, now, on to the good part: the fit and feel of the low rise bikini briefs. When you put the things on, you get a feeling that something different is going on. There’s an adherence to the male anatomy that make the briefs feel like a natural extension or a second skin. No woman (no offense ladies!) could make briefs that feel so right on your body. Your boys will be your besties when you carry them around in a pair of Obviously brand underwear. They’ll hang free and natrually in a luxurious, lightweight encasement that is both comfortable and enhancing. It goes without saying that you’ll upgrade yourself in the bulge department when you slip these on.

I cannot reiterate how comfortable the fabric is. It’s paper thin and super light weight. If only all underwear could be made out of it. It does tend towards the risqué, so if you are going to be on display and in polite company, and don’t want to give away your religious affiliation, better take a pass.

In economic terms, you’ll probably take a ding buying these. They're at the upper end of the price range, but considering the construction and material and the fact that they were made in a country with a developed economy, the price is justified. If you don’t want to shell out the duckets for a pair of the sinuous line, Obviously has its original line of low rise garments in a monochromatic scheme with similar cuts and materials at a lower price point.

Otherwise, I would definitely, definitely recommend the Obviously brand, sinuous bikini brief.

OVERALL, I give the Obviously Low Rise Bikini Brief a score of 9.0 based on the following criteria:
COOL FACTOR -- 9 (out of 10) – bright vibrant color, masculine design

WEARABILITY -- 9 (out of 10) – super comfortable, one point knocked off because the rear may not offer as full of coverage as one would expect

QUALITY -- 10 (out of 10) - very well made garment with great attention to detail

HOTNESS -- 10 (out of 10) – you’ll be full grown in these (wink, wink)

VALUE -- 7 (out of 10) – expensive, but considering construction, quality, and origin may be worth it to you to invest in a pair

********** 9.0

World's First Seamless Pouch

International Jock is pleased to announce the immediate availability of a revolutionary new line of underwear from Ergowear.

Mens underwear styles with contoured pouches have always offered men the room and comfort they desire. Previously, creating these pouches has always required an often uncomfortable and distracting seam down the center of the support pouch to achieve the rounded shape. Now, for the first time ever, Ergowear has created a line of form-fitting underwear with a 3-dimensional rounded pouch that offers the desired concave pouch contour without a vertical seam in the center: Ergowear PLUS

Made from a blend of 90% cotton and 10% Lycra, the PLUS line offers the softness of cotton along with the support and shape retention of Lycra. The proprietary manufacturing process used to create Ergowear’s exclusive seamless pouch design stretches the fabric into a rounded shape while also largely neutralizing the Lycra in the pouch area so that the genitals are not compressed.

International Jock offers the new PLUS line in brief, bikini, thong and boxer brief styles in both black and white.

WildmanT: Halloweenie Sale

Scare the hell out of people with all the enhancing products at WildmanT as well as save 15% off all your purchases until Halloween. So act fast and use promo code "bigweenie".

WildmanT: Ball Lifter Bikini

Check out the brand new bikini brief from WildmanT with built in Ball Lifter. This brief will have you looking your best. It comes in a few different color combination and is sure to impress. This is not for the shy guy.

Introducing Parallel

A while back, aussieBum introduced a boxer short with integrated enhancing technology called the pilobtr. Now they have extended this concept even further with a new line called Parallel. I believe that the cut is exactly the same as the pilobtr, but there are now more color options (all in stripes) and they are made of cotton (instead of satin) so they can be worn everyday. These boxers are very fitted and will show off all your assets superbly, frankly the only reason I am opposed to wearing boxers is because they are so loose and unsupportive, but these boxers solve both those problems. So definitely give the new Parallel with support pouch technology a try today!

New Cocksox + Sale

Cocksox just launched a brand new style of underwear called the Slingshot.  As they say on their site it is "the closest thing to getting around with nothing but a sock on your cock!".  The slingshot is basically a enhancer pouch held up by a string around the waist and another string in the back.  It is available in solid black or black mesh for those who want a little more sexy (as if it isn't revealing enough as it is).  It is available for about $24 USD or get a two-pack for $45.  And as a special celebration of Cocksox Day get 15% off sitewide when you use coupon code 'goliath' through the end of July.