Got my Mojo Covered Downunder - A Review

Mojo Downunder is another brand that hails from Australia.  Adam Rakowski, a plumber, wanted to design this brand because he was sick of all the awful underwear out there and wanted to create something that was comfortable.  The team at Mojo is so confident you'll love these that they've offered a 100% money-back guarantee if you don't think they're the most comfortable things ever.  And they warn, they may cause a rise in your mojo.  Mojo comes in briefs, boxer shorts, hipster trunks, and long trunks as well as a variety of undershirts.  All styles come in four colors: white, grey, black and blue.  Today I'm going to review the hipster trunks in blue. 

Well I gotta be honest, my first impression of these things is "there's a lot of fabric".  There really is.  A lot more than I'm used to having between my legs.  Usually I wear pretty skimpy, fitted things.  So these are a bit of change for me.  Also, the size chart recommends that the size small is good for sizes 30" - 31", but I'm most definitely a 28".  But the folks at Mojo told me it should be ok.  That being said, it is a little difficult for me to critique the fit.  But I'm going to anyway.  Like I said, there's a lot of fabric here.  Most trunks that I'm used to have the legs come just to the bottom of the pouch, but these legs extend a good inch and a half past the crotch.  They're also rather high rise.  When I pull them up tight they peek out above my low-rise jeans.  All around they are quite roomy.  The legs fit nice and snug.  But the pouch and crotch area is a little looser than I'm used to.  I imagine that if I had a larger butt or larger thighs, they might fit a little tighter.  The back, however, is surprisingly well fitted.  But I find that due to the looseness, I have to keep pulling these up a bit during the day to keep them tight the way I want them. 

Fit problems aside, these things actually are quite comfortable.  This may actually be because they are so loose and therefore aren't constraining.  They are 92% cotton and 8% spandex.  So they are super soft and comfy.  The elastic waist is super soft and smooth and doesn't cut like some do.  They're a good pair for just knocking around in. But they're not going to give you a ton of support (even though they are supposed to be tight-fitting).  Considering that these seem to be very sporty looking and promoted as underwear for sports, that's not a good thing.

As for the style of these, I simply love this color of blue!  Combined with the silver, semi-metallic waistband these are super sexy.  They have a logo across the waistband and also down the side of the left leg to add a little flair.  The right leg has a 'dom pouch', short for condom pouch.  Where you can store something for a little protection in the bedroom or just an extra house key for safe keeping. 

Let's talk quality.  These things are good quality.  I've had this pair for about a year now and they're as bright and brilliant as the day I got them.  That's really saying something, especially for such a bright, saturated color as this blue is.  No signs of fading at all.  The waistband is also in great condition after all that time.  But these are a little pricey at $37 AUD (about $37 USD), especially with all the fit problems considered.  So even though they're nice and comfy for knocking around in, they might not be worth it.  

** Please be aware that most of my complaints are about fit, which may be alleviated by having the correct size (Mojo Downunder does not make my size).**
MY RATING:
Overall, I give the Mojo Downunder Hipster Trunks a total score of 6.5 based on the following criteria:
FIT -- 5 (out of 10) - Not well fitted in the pouch and crotch.  Too loose. 
COMFORT -- 8 (out of 10) - Very comfortable.  Great for hanging around. 
STYLE -- 7 (out of 10) - Splashy waistband and logo leg.  Condom pocket. 
QUALITY -- 8 (out of 10) - Colors retain brilliance after lots of washings. 
VALUE -- 6 (out of 10) - Expensive for something that doesn't fit well. 

**********6.5

Aubrey Huff Shows Off His Rally Thong

Free agent Aubrey Huff helped lead the San Francisco Giants to victory in the World Series, all thanks to his thong.  He started wearing a red thong under his uniform on August 30 to help keep loosen up the team and keep the atmosphere light.  It seems to have worked.  Huff's thong of choice is a red Papi studded thong.  You can get one from Papi for $14.  In his speech after winning, Huff pulls his thong out of his pants à la Zoolander (without taking off his pants).  Showing his skimpy, red Papis for the world to see!  So whether it was the thong or just talent, Aubrey Huff pulled it off to lead the Giants to a win.  As you can see from the video, Huff's thong sure rallied the crowd!

Question of the day:  What are your thoughts on thong underwear for men?  Would you wear it?  Do you wear it?  What about seeing famous athletes wearing it?

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. 

Eye Candy: Timoteo Army Photos

What with the elections and all yesterday, now is the perfect time to be feeling a little patriotic.  So what better way to show your support than a military-themed photo shoot in underwear?  These new shots show model Joe Pace sporting some of the new Timoteo army classic jocks. 

Chilling with the Underwear Addict in a Cool Silk Thong.

Mansilk Silk Thong

UMan says: Today I'm pleased to announce that Tony from Underwear-Addict will be joining us as a contributor.  Today he's going to tell you why he likes to wear skimpy silk thongs when it's cold outside.  

Underwear Addict believes that it’s what’s below the surface that counts and below his type-A personality surface, Underwear Addict loves to wear a comfortable silk thong to help him stay focused on his outer world.

For those long days at the underwear office, there’s nothing like the refreshing cool feel of an icy silk thong. While Underwear Addict’s upper body works, his lower body takes a vacation.

To give the underwear public an idea of what also lies beneath the Underwear Addict’s brain, I sat down with him and asked him some questions.

Interview Chick: Hi Underwear Addict. I’m so glad you could fit us into your schedule.

Underwear Addict: I live by the same way I choose the material for my underwear – flexibility.

Interview Chick: Is Underwear Addict your real name?

Underwear Addict: No, my parents, friends, and business associates call me Tony.

Interview Chick: Then so will I. Tony, this question has been sticking in my crack uh, her, craw. Why underwear?

Underwear Addict: Well, it’s the first thing I put on in the morning and the last thing I take off at night. Underwear is like a second skin. It should energize you during the day, not drag you down like so many types of mens underwear can.

Interview Chick: And Tony, what is your favorite underwear style and blend?

Underwear Addict: A silk thong. I love how the cold silk feels against my skin. It’s kind of refreshing, like when you touch cold metal. I love that feeling against my skin.

Interview Chick: So, for you, men’s underwear should quench your skin like a tall glass of water on the rocks. Pun intended. And to quench your skin's thirst, you slip into a cold refreshing silk thong.

Underwear Addict: That’s exactly right. When I’m wearing a silk thong, I know I have the comfort and support I need during a long day at the office or a night out on the town. A silk thong is comfortably sexy and should only be seen when it’s supposed to be seen, if you know what I mean.

There’s a saying in the underwear biz. – Crotch comfort is skin deep. My crotch is always comfy when it’s riding with a pair of silk thong underwear.

Interview Chick: Thank you, Tony. Really enjoyed mincing materials with you. If you’d like to hang with the Underwear Addict or you simply love mens thong underwear, visit www.underwear-addict.com.

25% off Everything at Pacific Jock

Pacific Jock is having a huge re-launch sale of 25% off your entire order.  All you have to do is enter the promo code 'PAJ25' at checkout.  Unlike most sales, Pacific Jock is offering this 25% off items already on sale, so there are some great steals going on right now.  This really is a great deal and is only good through November 4th so you'll have to act fast.  If you haven't been to Pacific Jock in a while, it's definitely worth checking out again.  They just re-launched their site with a brand new look.  It's a lot sleeker and it's much easier to find your favorite brand.  So head on over to Pacific Jock and get 25% off everything (including stuff already on sale)!

Happy Halloween + Contest Extension

Candyman Midnight Devil Costume. 

Hope you're all having a Happy Halloween whether you're staying in at home or going out on the town.  We've decided to extend the aussieBum "My Favorite Day" contest entry period for another week.  Entries will now be due at Midnight (EST) on November 7, 2010.  So while you're thinking of it, why not take a picture of what you're wearing under that costume tonight and send it in?  Happy Haunting! 

Equmen - A Review

Performance underwear has long been a staple in the men's underwear world, but recently there has been a push towards making performance wear also stylish.  These new ideas for men's performance underwear are represented by the Equmen collection.  Specially designed with a precision fit to give you the ultimate in support and performance, Equmen helps keep you comfortable while working out or just hanging at the office.  Equmen is most noted for their core precision undershirts that help support your core and reduce back pain and stress.  Today, however, I will be reviewing their precision brief (I tried a blue one). 

These things fit like a glove.  These low-rise briefs are streamlined and well fitted.  There are no extra seams or stitches, they've taken the brief back to the basics in terms of construction.  Upon first glance, the fabric looks as though it's not going to be very comfortable.  It has a very sexy sheen, but it looks thick and artificial.  But don't let that fool you, this fabric is soft and stretchy.  It is a blend of nylon, micropolyester, and spandex.  It breathes well and has wicking performance to keep you dry all day long now matter how hard you're working.  The rear has a special vent to help keep you dry where you tend to sweat the most (right in the lower back above your crack). The fabric here has a slightly different stitch, but you won't notice it unless you're looking for it.  The fabric is design to stretch and pull in a way that works with your anatomy to keep everything optimally supported and in place.  The contoured pouch is double layered and has a seam down the middle and two on the sides.  It expands well when needed, but holds everything in place as well. 

These briefs are very basic looking, but there is a sophisticated style about them.  They aren't just your everyday, boring briefs.  They come in blue, black, gray, and white.  There is a line of accent color on the waistband (the blue ones have a white band).  There is no writing on the waist, instead it is kept plain and simple - sophisticated.  Centered, in the back of the waistband is a logo patch that is very sexy and stylish peeking above your pants. As I already noted, the fabric has a slight sheen to it that makes these things not just your average briefs. 

I have had these for quite some time now, and have worn them many times.  In fact, they're one of my go-to pairs, especially on hot days or when I know I'm going to be doing some physical activity.  I like them because they keep me dry and comfy, and they're just easy - effortless style.  That being said, I've washed them many times and they are holding up beautifully.  There is only slight pilling starting to happen on the waistband after almost a year of wear, so that's pretty good. And they should be too, because these things run in a little high at $50 a pair.  But that being said, these are performance underwear, which usually runs a little more than regular undies.  These are good quality undies that will hold up well under pressure - and we all need a pair like that sometimes.  So if you're willing to pay a little more for performance wear that's gonna hold up well and last, these are the pair for you.  They also make trunks and long trunks if you prefer those styles instead.  Personally I like my legs to be a little more free when working out that's why I opt for these briefs. 

MY RATING:
Overall, I give the Equmen Briefs a total score of 8 based on the following criteria:
FIT -- 10 (out of 10) - Stripped down to the basics.  Well fitted and low-rise. 
COMFORT -- 9 (out of 10) - Surprisingly comfortable fabric.  Keeps you dry with wicking performance. 
STYLE -- 8 (out of 10) - Basic and sophisticated. 
QUALITY -- 9 (out of 10) - Holds up great after a long time, only slight pilling on waistband. 
VALUE -- 6 (out of 10) - Expensive but good quality. 

**********8

Another Chance to Get in an Actor's Pants

A while back I told you about a contest to win actor Paul Cram's undies just by answering a few simple questions in his quiz.  Well, he's at it again and this time he has some fun, Halloween-ey pairs up for grabs. Once again, you just have to answer a few simple questions on his site.  Check it out!  And be sure to check out Paul's awesome Flickr stream while you're at it. 

New Brand: Good Devil

Just in time for Halloween we bring you Good Devil.  What's better than dressing up as a devil?  Dressing up as a Good Devil.  This fun new brand combines a little bit of naughty with a little bit of nice.  Good Devil is known for their sheer and sexy styles that leave very little to the imagination.  You can get them at Underwear Station or Undergear. 

Preview Bikini

This relatively new brand, already has a number of collections to choose from.  Including the preview collection, which offers a little peek at what's inside your pouch by means of slits in the front.  The fabric has a metallic shine that adds that little extra oomph.  The preview comes in bikini (shown), boxer, g-string, and jockstrap styles.  

Another fun collection is the mesh print collection.  This collection, as you'd expect, is mesh.  You can either get it plain, or with fun tribal or dragon prints.  They come in red, blue, and white and an array of styles.  See model Levi Poulter strut his stuff in the mesh collection at the International Lingerie Show in the video at the end of this post.  More videos of Good Devil in action are available on Underwear Stations' YouTube channel. 

Propel Boxer with blue accents.

And finally, the last collection I want to talk about is the Good Devil Propel collection.  This collection is also made of mesh.  The whole collection is black mesh with red, white, or blue accents (your choice).  The colored accents are opaque and are carried out on the waistband and around the pouch (but the pouch still shows your junk).  You can get it in a brief, boxer or a thong.  

The Good Devil collection is super sexy and will bring out that little devil in the best of you.  It is perfect for the bedroom, but it is comfy enough that you definitely could wear it all day.  I have had the opportunity to try out some of this great collection, and so far I'm very impressed.  It is sexy and sophisticated, with quality materials so that it does not seem tacky or vulgar.  Stay tuned for a full review.  In the meantime you can purchase Good Devil from Underwear Station or Undergear for $12 - $30 depending on the style.  And at Undergear take 20% off your purchase for being a MUB reader using coupon code 'UGOFF4'.

Contest Update: More Entry Options

So a few of you have expressed some concerns about the aussieBum My Favorite Day Contest entry being too complicated.  So we've added some additional entry options to make it easier for you.  We want to see as many of you winning as possible!  In addition to submitting a photo of underwear (with or without you) that demonstrates your favorite day of the week, you can also:

• Submit a photo of you in your favorite pair of underwear and tell us why it's your favorite.
• Or you can comment on a post on this site from the past three months.  Be sure to include the words "MyDay Contest Entry" at the end of your post so we know that's what you're doing.  Then send us an email with a link to your comment for it to count.  Be sure to write something thoughtful as they will be judged qualitatively, not selected randomly.  

You may still only do one entry per day, you cannot do one of each method.  Good luck. 

Late Notice - Scary Sale at WildmanT Ends Today!

Sorry for the late notice guys.  WildmanT's Scary as Hell Sale ends today - now that's scary!  Get 30% off your purchase using coupon code "Dead Meat".  So gear up and enjoy!