Review: THE ACCOMMODATOR

Appearance:  Undeniably hilarious.  I challenge anyone to stick a dildo on your chin and not giggle.  Go on.  Try it.  Can't do it, can you?  I sure couldn't.  I looked at it and laughed.  I tried it on... and laughed.  I stuck it on my forehead and proclaimed myself The Dildocorn.  And laughed.  

I feel I should add, though, that the dildo itself is quite lovely.  We got the black version, and there are few things sexier than black latex.  It starts out dull but we've discovered that with some use it develops a lovely shine.  And using your vagina to shine your latex?  That's pretty hot.

Size & Shape:  It's pretty substantial.  Not too big, but you'll definitely want to warm up a bit before you try and use it. As far as the shape goes, it doesn't look all that exciting.  It's totally smooth, but it does have a subtle curve that feels pretty freakin' fantastic in use.

Materials:  Latex.  I was already a huge fan of latex garments, but this is the first latex toy I've tried, and I have to say, I think I'm hooked.  It's a great material for a toy, since it has a nice balance between firmness and flexibility.  The only downside - and it's not really downside for me, personally - is that you may need a bit of extra lubrication for things to be totally comfortable.  

Function:  To be perfectly honest, I was a bit hesitant to try this thing as it is intended to be used.  It just looked like it would be so awkward.  It was a good concept, but I just couldn't imagine it working that well.  So the first few times we played with it, we used it just like any other dildo.  And it was great.  

But I couldn't write this review without trying it properly at least once.  So I found my spirit of adventure, gathered myself, and stuck it on my head.  We both laughed hysterically, and got a bit distracted as we started plotting a webshow in which I would discuss very serious matters while wearing a zentai suit and my chindick (which I still think is a pretty fantastic idea).  But eventually, we steered things back into serious, sexy territory, and I... dove in, so to speak.  

In truth, it took a bit of maneuvering and fiddling to get things right.  Steering a chindick is a bit of a challenge.  That being said however, once it was in place, it quickly became quite apparent just how wrong we had been about this contraption.  

It actually works really, really well.  Miss K quite obviously enjoyed herself thoroughly, and I had plenty of fun as well.  Having the dildo there to help out made it easier to relax and enjoy myself, whereas I usually feel like I'm not quite doing enough and I need to find a way to ramp things up a bit.  

I can hardly believe I'm saying this, but what it may lack in form, this thing totally makes up for in function.  Just don't expect to keep a straight face when you're wearing it.

Pros:  Latex - nice looking and cleans up easily; Nice, moderate size; Very pleasant shape;  Makes cunnilingus more enjoyable for both parties

Cons:  Looks ridiculous (though, this could be a pro, depending on how you look at things)

Overall:  It wasn't love at first sight, but The Accommodator really won me over.  If you're looking for something to spice things up, it would be well worth trying out.  Even if you didn't enjoy using it as intended, you'd still have a nice latex dildo.  You can snag it from Cal Exotics for only $26.99.

Review: Cal Exotics Bound by Diamonds Diamond Teaser

This time of year is pretty busy for most people, and we're no exception. Still, it was a wonderful surprise when our next toy to review arrived. We've only had mere minutes of free time this month, rather than hours of playtime, but with this powerful little vibe - the Bound by Diamonds Diamond Teaser by Cal Exotics -  minutes are all you need. Make sure you have a few AAA batteries and a nice comfy, sturdy spot. 

Appearance:  one of my favorites, black and chrome with little rhinestones in the controller

Size & Shape: small and compact, because....well it's a bullet

Materials: ABS plastic with a lovely satin finish, which makes it feel nice and luxurious.

Controls: very simple and easy to use - just two buttons on the controller.  The top button turns the toy on and increases the spead while the bottom button slows things down and eventually turns the toy off.

Vibration Strength: 5 levels, very intense, especially considering how little it is. There's an especially noticeable difference between level three and two - from a strong rumble to a toe-curling, spine-tingling buzz - but even level one is  strong enough for me. All the way up to level five is breathtakingly wonderful.

Noise: this is not a particularly quiet toy, I have to say, certainly not on the higher speeds

Pros: This is one of our strongest vibes, and it's a great value. It's a very pretty little toy. and it's certainly small enough to store pretty much anywhere. 

Cons: It's not especially quiet, but I'd rather have a nice intense vibe than a superquiet one. It might be a little too intense for some, particularly on the higher levels, but there's no reason you can't stick with the first level in that case. 

Overall: This is a well-made, inexpensive, strong bullet. The only downside is the noise level being a bit high, but to us that's pretty minor. 

Review: Cal Exotics First Time Softee Pleaser

Some of the toys we receive get ripped out of their packaging immediately and tested out the moment we're both at home with nothing more pressing to attend to.  Others, due to a variety of circumstances, get set aside and have to wait a bit.  It's not that we aren't excited about them.  Life just has other plans some days.  But whenever a toy gets set aside, it seems like a perfect opportunity always presents itself.  Perhaps it's just a coincidence.  Or perhaps the Sex Toy Gods are smiling upon us.  Whatever the case, it's wonderfully serendipitous.  

Our most recent acquisition, the First Time Softee Pleaser from Cal Exotics was one such toy.  It arrived in the midst of a few rather busy days.  We kept saying to each other, "Hey, we need to try out our new little friend" and then being entirely to tired to do so by the time we got finished with everything else.  And then one evening, Miss K suggested we have a bath together.  Immediately, the proverbial lightbulb over my head lit up, and while she was filling up the tub, I ran upstairs to grab our new toy.  I just happened to remember that it was waterproof, so what better environment in which to test it out than the bath?

We were quickly and thoroughly impressed by the remarkable power of this little vibe.  If you're looking for a good, powerful vibe that won't break the bank, you can't go wrong with this one.  It's at least as powerful as the Warm-n-Glow Vibe we reviewed last month, but it has the added advantage of a nice, squishy outer layer and a better shape for insertion.

Now let's take a look at the details shall we?

Name:  First Time Softee Pleaser

Manufacturer:  Cal Exotics

Price:  $14.99

Appearance:  Cute!  Ours is pink, but it also comes in purple.  It's smooth and sleek and quite feminine.

Size & Shape:  Great!  It's big enough to be satisfying without being too big.  And the shape, with that little bend at the tip, is just right for hitting the G spot.

Materials:  Very nice.  The vibe itself is hard ABS plastic, which transmits vibrations wonderfully.  But what makes this little baby a cut above your standard plastic vibe is the soft plastic sleeve.  It's wonderfully squishy and feels fantastic, but it's still thin enough that it doesn't hinder the vibrations.  Plus, with the hard plastic underneath, you have plenty of control, and if a little pressure is what you need, you can get it.  All in all, it's the best of both worlds.

Controls:  Not bad.  To turn the vibe on and off and control the speed, you turn the dial on the bottom.  This gives you a lot of control over the speed.  You can go from Barely Noticeable Buzz to Small Jet Engine as quickly or as slowly as you like, and hit any point in between as well.  If you're going to take advantage of this toy's waterproof-ness, note that the controls can be a bit difficult to operate with wet hands.  

Also, the dial is part of the battery cap, which means that if you turn it the wrong way, you'll open the battery compartment.  This isn't such a big deal on dry land, but it could be bad news in the tub, so make sure you only turn the dial on the end - not the entire cap!

Runs On:  2 AAA batteries

Vibration Strength:  Variable.  On the lowest setting it's barely a whisper.  Crank it all the way up and...  well, you better buckle your seatbelt and hold on tight. It's amazing.  I'm pretty sure you could find a speed to please absolutely anyone.

Noise:  Also variable.  It's not too bad on the lowest settings, but on the upper end, it sounds like a small jet engine too.  If you're trying to keep quiet, you'd be better to look elsewhere.  That being said, using it in the water does muffle the sound quite a bit.  

Pros:  Wonderful size and shape; incredible range of speed and strength, nice materials

Cons:  Controls can be somewhat troublesome; very noisy on higher settings

Overall:  I'd give this one an A.  It's a really nice vibe for only $15, and as the name suggests, it would be great for a novice toy user.  But don't think it doesn't offer plenty for the more experienced.  With it's nice mid-range size and variable speed, I'd recommend this vibe to pretty much anyone.

Review: Cal Exotics Warm-n-Glow Vibe

Well, folks, we're finally all moved into our new house, and though there's still a lot of unpacking to be done, we've settled in quite nicely.  Our refrigerator is full, the DVD player is hooked up, approximately 1/3 of our library has been unpacked, and the UPS guy has found us.  He came meandering up our driveway last week while I was organizing bath products and dropped off a lovely gift from those fine folks at Cal Exotics.

Of course, I pranced back into the house and opened the package immediately.  And this is what greeted me:

The Warm-n-Glow Vibe, which is just what it sounds like - a vibrator that warms up and glows.  It definitely looked cool.  And so I immediately ran off in search of batteries.  Fortunately, I packed the batteries in the same box as necessities like our hammer and tape measure, so they had already been unearthed.  So I popped in a couple of AA's, pushed the button, and smiled like a shark as our new little friend sprang to life.  I couldn't wait to get ahold of Mistress K with this thing.  

There were two things I noted right away:

1) There was indeed an almost immediate, rather subtle, but very nice warming effect

and 

2) This little thing was a powerhouse.  Seriously.

I have to confess that I gave serious thought to running off and trying it myself right then and there.  But I didn't.  I decided to wait for Miss K to come home instead.  It was a long wait.  But well worth it.  

We have collected a number of vibes by now, most of which have various speeds.  Their "low" settings are rarely used around here.  Miss K and I both prefer good, strong vibrations.  None of this subtlety crap for us.  Oh, no.  So I did what I usually do - turned our new friend on, teased my squirming Mistress with the low setting for a minute or two, then switched to the higher setting and really got things going.

That's how it usually goes anyway.  This time, however, was a little different.  For one thing, I cannot, in good conscience, use the term "teasing" in conjunction with the "low" setting on this vibe.  I hesitate to even use the word "low."  Because there's really nothing low about it.  The settings are more like "high" and "really high."  Which, if you're like us, is great.  It just required a bit more of a warm-up than I'm used to.  A third, lower setting would be nice for that purpose and for those who prefer things a bit less intense, but I'm not about to complain.  Once you are good and warmed up those nice, strong vibrations are absolutely delicious.

Another nice feature is the warming effect.  It's subtle, but definitely noticeable, and it feels very nice.  The "glow" part of Warm-n-Glow is pretty cool too.  If you're a sci-fi geek like I am, it will probably call to mind an alien probe or some such, which could make for some very interesting roleplay scenarios, if you're into that sort of thing.  Always a nice bonus.

The size and shape are pretty perfect as well.  It's not made for any sort of deep thrusting, but it can be inserted, and it feels fantastic.  What makes this toy really great, however, is the flexible joint in the middle that allows you to get the angle just right no matter how you're using it.  It's nice to use on a partner because you don't have to contort yourself into any uncomfortable positions.  And if you're flying solo, you needn't worry about those damnable wrist cramps that you get with less flexible toys.  

The Warm-n-Glow Vibe is made of ABS plastic, which I would normally consider a minor drawback, but it's a very nice plastic with a smooth, satin finish that feels great and transmits those powerful vibrations far better than any other material could.  It runs on 2 AA batteries, and I was initially worried that it would devour them, but they've lasted through two reasonably lengthy playtime sessions so far, and seem to be running strong soon.  

Of all the Cal Exotics toys we've tried thus far, I'd say this one is the best.  The quality is really outstanding for a vibe that retails for just $20.  I would wholeheartedly recommend this toy to absolutely anyone who's in the market for a new vibe.  I can't recommend it enough.

Review: Cal Exotics Lighted Shimmers LED Glider Teaser

This was a nice little surprise, as we weren't expecting it, in the middle of moving.  Unexpected packages are always a nice.  Unexpected packages containing sex toys?  I don't know about you, but that's enough to make my day.

This month, the lovely folks at Cal Exotics sent us the Lighted Shimmers LED Glider Teaser. It's certainly a pretty little toy, with its sparkly pink controller.  The bullet is a nice translucent pink as well, and both are made of ABS plastic.


The bullet also lights up, though it wasn't dark enough in our bedroom to really appreciate it and the light seemed a bit weak.  


There's a little wheel on the side of the controller to turn the vibe on and off and change the intensity level, and it's a little unwieldy to use.  I had a hard time operating it with one hand, but it should be noted that I have really small hands.  If yours are larger than the average ten-year-old's, you'll probably be fine.


As for the important part, it's a nice little vibe, but a little too weak to be my favorite.  Also our batteries died really quickly.  But they were batteries we happened to have lying around, so they may have been old.  We haven't had the chance yet to try a fresh set - did I mentions we're moving? - but once we do, we'll be sure to share the results. 


All in all, this a nice little toy.  At only $17.99 it certainly won't break the bank, and would be a great gift for your favorite toy novice or anyone enjoys a lower intensity vibe.

Pros:

Appealing color

Variable speed/intensity

Novelty of the light-up feature 

A pretty good little bullet for a reasonable price

Would be great for someone who likes a lower-intensity vibe 

Would make a great gift 

Cons:

Might possibly be a battery hog 

A little too weak for us
Potentially unwieldy controls

Review: Cal Exotics Foreplay Ice Chill

Being a big fan of Cal Exotics and their high quality, affordable toys, I was quite excited to become an official Cal Exotics Sexpert.  This means I get a new toy to review every month!  And my first package could not have come at a better time.

It has been one hot month.  Just stepping outside for a few minutes to water the plants or check the mail is enough to leave you feeling roasted.  So when we came home one day after a sweltering round of errand running, in need of a quick way to cool off, I smiled smugly and ran to the freezer.  But I was not seeking popsicles or ice cream sandwiches.  Oh, no.  I had a vibrator in my freezer.

I see that face your making.  I vibrator?  In the freezer?  Really?  

Yep.  Those innovative folks at Cal Exotics have created a whole line of freezable vibes.  They sent me the Foreplay Ice Chill, which consists of a small silicone "handle," a mold, and a bullet vibe.  You fill the mold with water, place the handle on top, and pop the whole thing in the freezer.  Once it's frozen 2-4 hours later, you take it out, peel the mold off, and place the bullet in the hole in the middle of the handle.  And voila!  You have what amounts to a textured, vibrating ice cube.

Preparation is just a wee bit fiddly.  There is a line on the mold show you how much to fill it, but you still have to experiment a bit to get just the right level so that when you put the handle in, the water comes to the top but doesn't overflow.  Once it's frozen the mold peels off easily.  So all I had to do was grab it, peel the mold off, toss it aside, and insert the bullet - all of which took only a minute or two.  

I must confess, I'm a bit of a sadist, so when Miss K. started squealing and squirming when I trailed the ice along her arm, I couldn't wait to have a go at her more sensitive bits.  And I learned two things very quickly.  1) The ice is much too cold to be used for direct clitoral stimulation for any length of time at all, and 2) the vibration through the silicone and ice is barely noticeable.  Just the other day, Miss K. turned things around on me, and I learned something else.  I really underestimated just how cold that ice really is.  Especially on your girly bits.  Brrrrrr!  

Overall, the Foreplay Ice Chill is a nice toy.  It's fun, especially if you enjoy a bit of teasing and torment - which we certainly do.  The ice melts slowly enough that you can have a good bit of fun with it, but quickly enough that you don't get bored before it's gone.  Plus, once the ice is all melted, the bullet can be easily removed from the handle and the fun can continue.  And let me tell you, though it doesn't do much when everything is put together, on its own that bullet is a little powerhouse.  

So if you're in the market for a good bullet vibe and something to spice up your foreplay - or something to keep you from having a heatstroke when it's 90+ degrees and you have no air conditioning - the Foreplay Ice Chill would be a good buy.  

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