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What Fire & Ice Condoms Feel Like According to Pilar Reyes

This story by Pilar Reyes is originally published on Fuck Feast (@fuckfeast) and cross-posted with permission. The opinions shared are the writer’s own. NSFW.

Image from UnderCover Condoms

Whenever I’m in the “Family Planning” aisle at Walmart, usually I just spring for the condoms that are on sale today. Sure, I can always score condoms at various free clinics and free love inclined coffee shops in Oakland, but it’s always good to have some back up, just in case. About a week and a half ago I bought a 36 pack of Trojans, you know, the one that has 4 different varieties of condoms on them. Generally, it would never occur to me to buy those weird “Fire & Ice” condoms or anything other than standard, cheap condoms because, I’ll be honest, I’m not the one with the penis and different types of condoms don’t really create any marginal increase in pleasure, so who cares. (Maybe the dude cares, but if he really cares that much, shouldn’t he be the one buying condoms? And while we’re on that subject, how come it’s always my responsibility to have the condoms? Dudes in this city are so underprepared. I guess every boy in Oakland failed in the Boy Scouts department.)

Anyways, back on topic. I wasn’t really paying attention to the type of condom that the boy was putting on (mostly I just cared that it got on there), but after a few minutes there was this weird tingly-numb sensation in my pussy that immediately made me think, “I’m dying inside my vagina.” But, no, a few seconds later, I thought, “Maybe I’m contracting an STD right now and this is what it feels like….”

Read the full story at Fuck Feast

Pilar Reyes is an Oakland native who still lives in her hometown. She publishes pieces daily for Fuck Feast [www.fuckfeast.net], her personal blog. When she’s not writing, she’s doing bad things. Follow her on Twitter: @pilar [www.twitter.com/pilar].

July 2, 2013
TROJAN Condoms Size Chart

Trojan’s website offers a full view of their products and a selector tool to help you find the lubrication and material combo that suits you best.

However, their sizes are not as comprehensive. They simply classify their condoms as Regular, Large, Extra Large. Here we have updated a condom size chart that lists each product according to the three sizes and latex or non-latex. We offer dimensions we’ve measured ourselves or derived from our affiliates at Lucky Bloke and Undercover Condoms. For more about Trojan and the BEST to WORST, check out their profile summary.

Check out our new Condom Size Calculator (launched in Oct 2013) for a comparative search of all condoms available on the North American market.

Measurement Tip:
The average condom length is 7.5″/190mm. This will fit the vast portion of men who are between 5.1″-6.5′ (129.5mm-152.4mm). A new study determined average erection to be 5.56 inches long and 4.8 inches girth. If length is your concern, check out our condom fitting solutions chart for recommendations to specific needs.

When it comes to condom fitting, girth is crucial (see our guide for measuring penis). A regular size is made to fit 4.8″ to 5.1″ (122mm – 130mm) girth. That fits 50mm-55mm base width (measured by the condom laying flat. It is not the circumference).

To determine condom width simply divide your penis circumference by 2.25. How did we get this formula? Read about our research here.

Preference will vary but in general we recommend that if you measure less than 4.8 inches (122mm) in girth, go with a snugger fit. Fit you are greater than 5.15 inches (130mm), select Magnums.

Warning: Trojan offers pre-lubricated condoms with Nonoxynol-9. The World Health Organization recommends using this spermicide very sparingly (if at all) as studies show it can be harmful to internal tissue and may increase the risk of contracting STIs.

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Trojan does not manufacture snug fit or small size condoms. If you find condoms to be too loose or too long, visit our condom fit solutions chart for recommendations.

Trojan Regular/non-latex

There are no small non-latex condoms available on the market (yet). See Lucky Bloke’s “medium” size non-latex sampler and “larger” size non-latex sampler for options.

Trojan SUPRA BareSkin Lubricated

Made of Polyurethane

Now made without Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide

A long and wider condom. In fact, it is one of the longest condoms on the market behind Trojan Magnum XL and Durex XXL
Base width: 2.3”/58mm
Length: 7.9”/200mm
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Trojan Regular/latex

Trojan ENZ lubricated

Water-based lubricant
Reservoir end for extra safety
Base width: 2.1″/53mm
Length: 7.7″/198mm
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Trojan ENZ Non-Lubricated

No lubricant inside or out
Reservoir end for extra safety
Base width: 2.1″/53mm
Length: 7.7″/198mm
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Trojan ENZ Spermicidal Lubricated

Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide
Reservoir end for extra safety
Base width: 2.1″/53mm
Length: 7.7″/198mm
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Trojan BARESKIN Lubricated

Trojan’s thinnest condom line; 40% thinner than their standard condom
Low-odor latex
Base width: 2.13″/54mm
Length: 7.8″/198mm
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Trojan ThinTensity Lubricated

25% thinner than Trojan’s standard condom
Comfort fit-slightly longer than standard condoms
Base width: 2.1″/53mm
Length: 8.0″/202mm
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Trojan Ultra Thin Lubricated Claimed as Trojan’s thinnest condom
Water-based lubricant
Base width: 2.1″/53mm
Length: 7.6″/193mm
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Trojan 2Go Ultra Thin2 condom cards- 2 condoms in each pocket-size protective card
Part of Trojan’s thinnest condom line
Base width: 2.1″/53mm
Length: 7.6″/ 193mm

Trojan Ultra Thin Spermicidal Lubricant Claimed as Trojan’s thinnest condom
Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide
Base width: 2.1″/53mm
Length: 7.5″/196mm
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Trojan Her Pleasure Ecstasy Ultra smooth lubricant both inside and out
Comfort shape allows freedom of movement while tapered at the base for secure fit
Texture ribbed at base and tip
Base width: 2.1″/53mm
Length: 7.9″/200mm
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Trojan Her Pleasure Sensations Spermicidal Lubricant Uniquely ribbed and contoured for stimulation
Contains Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide
Base width: 2.1″/52mm
Length: 7.9″/200mm

Trojan Pleasures Ecstasy Fire and Ice Dual action lubricant of warm and tingling sensation for both partners
Longer and wider comfort shape allows more movement while tapered at the base for secure fit
Texture ribbed at base and tip
Base width: 2.13″/54mm
Length: 8.13″/205mm
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Trojan Extended Pleasure with Climax Control Contains special lubricant (benzocaine) to help delay ejaculation
Special Reservoir tip for extra safety
Base width: 2.05″/52mm
Length: 7.9″/200mm
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Trojan Ecstasy Ultra Ribbed Deeply ribbed along the shaft and head
Larger head shape allows more movement while tapered at the base for secure fit
Ultra smooth lubricant inside and out
Base width: 2.1″/53mm
Length: 7.9″/200mm
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Trojan Ultra Ribbed Spermicidal Lubricated Same features as above, but with Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide
Base width: 2.13″/54mm
Length: 8.1″/205mm
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Trojan Twisted Pleasure Special twisted shape and ribs for sensual friction
Water-based lubricant
Slightly tighter but with standard width
Base width: 2.0″/52mm
Length: 7.8″/198mm
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Trojan Pleasure Pack Assortment includes: Her Pleasure, Twisted, Fire and Ice, and Intense Ribbed.
All latex, lubricated.
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Trojan Large/Latex

Trojan does not make non-latex large condoms. See Lifestyles SKYN Large)

Trojan Magnum Original Lubricated Meant for those that find regular sizes too constricting.
Tapered at the base for a secure fit and extends wider up the tip.
Base width: 2.13″/54mm
Head width: 2.5″/64mm
Length: 8.13″/205mm
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Trojan Magnum Armor The only condom of the Magnum line that contains Nonoxynol-9 Spermicide
Base width: 2.13″/54mm
Head width: 2.5″/64mm
Length: 8.13″/205mm
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Trojan Magnum Thin Thinner than the regular Magnum condoms
Ultra smooth lube
Base width: 2.13″/54mm
Head width: 2.5″/64mm
Length: 8.13″/205mm
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Trojan Magnum Ecstasy Textured along base and head for heightened sensation
Ultra smooth lubricant inside and out
Base width: 2.13″/54mm
Head width: 2.5″/64mm
Length: 8.12″/205mm
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Trojan Magnum Fire and Ice Trojan’s fire and ice lubricant now available in Magnum size
Provides warming and tingling sensation inside and out for both partners
Base width: 2.1″/54mm
Head width: 2.5″/64mm
Length: 8.13″/205mm
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Trojan Magnum Gold Collection Assortment includes: Magnum Original, Magnum Thin, Magnum Ecstasy, Magnum Fire and Ice
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Trojan Extra Large/latex:

Trojan Naturalamb SkinThe only x-large (very wide!) non-latex condom by Trojan.
Classic stright shape.
Made from lamb intestines. Does not protect against STIs and HIV.
Base width: 2.7″/68mm
Length: 8.0″/200mm

Trojan Magnum XL lubricated 30% wider than regular size
Tapered at the base for secure fit; widening at the head for comfort
Is one of the longest condoms on the market.
Base width: 2.2″/56mm
Head width: 2.7″/68.5mm
Length: 8.3″/210mm
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The Legal Stuff: Age of consent and medical advice

The size charts are made to help you find the brand that suits your size range and needs. If you cannot find the answer to your question, just ask. But please be aware that we do not condone sexual activity of under-age males and females in state or country. Also, we are not medical professionals. We offer opinions from personal experience and research.

For a younger audience, here is one place to start: Scarleteen. For all ages Planned Parenthood is highly recommended. For sexual minorities and non-conforming gender folk, check out the Judgement Free Health Care Providers directory

This is the latest edition of our condom size chart with the latest products tailored by condom brand. During our research we noticed that some condom retail sites give conflicting measurements for the same condom. So, we measured many of these condoms ourselves and with condom services including Undercover Condoms and Lucky Bloke. If you come across false measurements, let us know!

October 6, 2012
Trojan Magnum XL

Image from undercovercondoms.com

Some argue that there is little difference between “XL”, “Large” and “Regular” condoms and that condom size is just a marketing ploy to feed “big” egos. In some ways, this is true. Check out our guide for converting penis size to condom width. The table shows that there is a lot of overlap between condom sizes.

We at Condom Monologues vehemently debunk the size-matters-myth. However, we DO agree that condom size matters for safety and pleasure. Too baggy and the condom bunches and slips off; too tight and it pinches and rips. Any man who is extremely larger than average (between 5″-6.0″ long) and has used a regular size condom knows what we are talking about when we say “pinch”. In fact, a recent study by Kinsey Institute for Research in Sex, Gender and Reproduction found that 44% of males felt that the last condom they used did not fit and was typically tighter rather than loose-fitting.

People have been asking how BIG the Trojan Magnum XL really is compared to other condoms on the market. There are a lot of conflicting measurements and reviews out there; some reporting it as the widest condom; that it’s ideal if you are particularly thick; others say it is thinner and shorter than its competitor, Durex XXL. One personnel from the Trojan marketing team even stated to NY Times that “you don’t have to be an overly endowed man to use a Magnum and enjoy it” (NY Times 2010).

Unfortunately, Trojan’s doesn’t offer standardized dimensions. They just classify condoms as “Regular”, “Large”, and “XL”, with no indication of actual size and shape.

Here we pooled our research to offer objective info (we are not affiliated with any manufacturer) on the Magnum story: Why it was made, how popular it is, and how do its dimensions compare for those who need larger than average protection. Please let us know whether this article has been helpful.

Further recommendations for larger, wider, and longer condoms can be found at our Solutions Size Chart. Or try our latest tool, the Condom Calculator (launched Oct 2013) and our Table Converter for penis girth to condom width.

XL History

The Magnum line was introduced in the USA in 2001 and its popularity has grown to jumbo proportions. According to NY Times, Magnum alone (not including other Trojan products) holds 18% share of the total condom market in 2010. That is impressive considering that Durex has 14% of the USA condom market. This demonstrates that there is a great demand for XL condoms and makes us wonder why there are not more companies offering XL.

How XL is it?

Well, this may seem to be a straight forward answer, but unfortunately, there are a lot of conflicting measurements across the web. And really, everyone is endowed with different preferences of what feels right for their unique size and shape. So the best thing to do is test run a sample pack of large condoms.

We’ve pooled together 7 different sizes from seven different sources (including undercover condoms, condom jungle, wow condoms, condom elite and others) and identified the smallest to largest measurements reported. We also searched community forums and product reviews.

We conclude that the Trojan Magnum XL is approximately 2.3″/58mm base width and 8.5″/216mm length. This is about .5″ wider and 1.0″ longer than regular condoms. If you are are 5.3″/134mm or larger in girth, the Magnum XL may be the best option for you.

July 12, 2012