To Bulge or Not to Bulge

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Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：02/10/2014 12:10:08Copy HTML

 be a grown up and act mature and sensible - I been preaching that............an outta shape Canadian in a speedo in FLA is a fat guy in a tiny suit.......need I say more?

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：02/10/2014 10:32:15Copy HTML

 @ microron - you don't count because you are canadian - apparently you gotta be fat and act like one.  Most canadians I know are very polite and not fat - they would most likely ask any neighbouring beachgoers - "excuse me, is it ok for me to prance around the beach with my super neon green torpedo almost swimsuit with built in stainless steel enhancing equipment, or would you rather I stayed home?"

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：02/10/2014 09:36:33Copy HTML

 @ Tiggerix... Oh darn... I don't have the energy to prance... and don't drink so as to not tick off any Americans by rude Canadian behaviour... nor my wife... who would not be amused by any of the aforementioned concerns of yours!Thonged for two weeks At Jibacoa, Cuba... with nary a complaint from any of the other guests. I was questioned by a German gent who wanted to know if I had bought the thong in Cuba... he had been rolling his trunks into his butt cleft trying to get more tan on his buns... obviously was looking to join the thonging community.Cheers " From The Big Island ~ ~ ~ Vancouver Island ~ British Columbia " ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Ron....................!!~~!!

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：02/10/2014 10:41:44Copy HTML

Quote: "an outta shape Canadian in a speedo in FLA is a fat guy in a tiny suit"
Doesn't that describe half the people on this board? I've noticed a lot of pictures of overweight guys in thongs in people's profiles-which I don't have a problem with BTW.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：02/11/2014 06:34:36Copy HTML

more skinny canadians trying to put on some weight?  sorry microron these ones aren't teetotal. http://world.time.com/2014/02/10/canada-beer-fridge-sochi-passport-scan/

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：02/11/2014 09:06:20Copy HTML

 The " Canadian Brewsky"  being hoisted in celebration is a quintessentially  Canadian experience!  My passport would confirm that I am of legal drinking age, but for health and personal reasons, I no longer hoist a few beers anymore! But in keeping with this thread's subject... I am bulging a bit more than I did a few years ago (: ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Hats off to' Molson's Canadian' for their creative advertising during the Sochi Games ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ But I still happily hoist a 'Tims' whenever I can. :)Cheers.... from Ron on the " The Big Island ~ Vancouver island, in Beautiful British Columbia "

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：04/15/2014 08:31:31Copy HTML

 For me the location will better determine the swim wear choice. I am not going to torpedo around families or on public beaches. I also will not hide what I have. I am completely uncomfortable in a suit that flattens everything. I just can't wear that style; there isn't enough room. As a result there is always a bulge even when wearing long pants. I am not going to hide that I am male and cause pain just to look smooth for the sake of others. I am also not going to go out of my way to look larger or look erect. I don't wish to be offensive. I also don't wish to hide who and what I am. It is a fine line.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：01/01/2015 10:04:10Copy HTML

My preference nowadays is bulge swimwear/underwear but not that excessive. My package feels a lot better when wearing bulge swimwear and have enough room to grow when it gets excited. 

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：01/02/2015 04:10:11Copy HTML

 I agree with Rapid & Oz - really a matter of appropriateness. I've (like many of the folks here) have a thong for every occasion and part of the fun is "dressing for the situation." For example, if there is a chance of kids or people that I would not feel showing a bit of extra cheek or contour I'd go with something like my J & M Skinz or my La Vie En Rose (as they are made of a heavier material and offer a bit more coverage) ~ however if I was at a pool that is bi or gay-friendly like in Palm Springs I'd opt for my Joe Snyder Tanga or something from Good Devil.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：01/03/2015 06:10:41Copy HTML

 I agree 100% with ozthong;  my favourite swimwear is definitely the Poser Muscleskins,  it has a bulge but quite modest in comparison to the Missile thong.  I believe that a man's package needs to be under clothing that gives enough room to be comfortable.  A swimwear without a bulge tends to compress your equipment in an non natural way.  Besides after many hours of being compressed, it is likely that the c*ck and balls get used to be in such state and probably just shrink as a consequence.Many men exercise their equipments to help blood flow and obtain larger and healthier pen*ises, (jelqing) others even use controversial extension tools to make their organs larger......  to wear too tight jocks or swimwear without a bulge can work the opposite way.That's another reason why I prefer to sleep naked (but that's another topic)

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：01/14/2015 06:16:47Copy HTML

 There was a time a few decades ago, when boxer swimwear wasn't that common and when most young guys wore skintight swimwear. Maybe not bikinis, certainly not thongs if you were in North America, but certainly swimwear which showed a bulge. Today, the mainstream culture has changed, and as a young guy I'd really like to know why. Why is it abnormal for a guy on the beach to show what he has between his legs? Mind you, I grew up in a family where the the males only wore swim briefs — my dad considered board shorts an abomination — and I was never ashamed that my package was showing. But I know we were in a minority at the pool or beach. When I was in my mid-teens I switched to narrow-side Speedos and a year later thongs, as did a couple of my buddies. I guess it was a bold move, but we became accepted. There are a lot of potential thongers out there: the problem is that they seem increasingly fearful to go outside their own sun-deck or well-fenced back yard. That's one of the problems we're facing

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：01/14/2015 08:01:59Copy HTML

There are two practical problems with bulge suits.  First is fit.  Too small won't do the job and too large makes you look small.  Fit seems to be kind of hit or miss.  Second is support.  I have no support issues with a couple of Dore micro VLC g-strings.  They bulge because they are so small, but are still supportive -- but they aren't the 3D models.  But I wonder about support on Dore's 3D models, or suits like Jovana's 4D.  For example, I really like the Jovana 4D model but judging from the picture, that one particularly looks like it would be hard to get the pouch size right, and that it would be, ahem, really "bouncy" when one walks.  Does anyone have a Jovana 4D and could comment on this?

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：01/14/2015 11:12:03Copy HTML

 ya can't go wrong with a dore or jovana suit.........as minimal or showy as ya think they are, these suits are super well-made, and the form-fit of them will resolve whatever bouncing you are presuming.......I've got a ton of dore and a half-ton of jovana suits, all of which are the bulge, show-suit type......obviously, i'm the show-suit type, and all of my dore and jovana suits always fit perfectly, comfortably and with practicality......

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：01/15/2015 11:10:57Copy HTML

 in reply to facelessdrone2005, I have a 4D from Jovana. I like her designs, and I have several different swimsuits from her. The only one I don't like is the 4D. It's partly my fault, as I ordered it in XS size, and S would have been a better fit. But even so, the suit has a small elasticated c-ring type aperture which you put your equipment through, into the pouch. This is just too small & tight for my liking, and I feel very constricted when I put it on (& I'm on the small side). If you like the pouch look, I would suggest you go for her 3D rather than 4D. But if you want something really tight, 4D might work for you.  As for the bouncy thing, I don't find that a problem, as it holds you firmly.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：01/16/2015 07:53:47Copy HTML

Reading here about the jovana 4D thong. Looking at the picture on the site makes everything bulge out perfectly. Want to order Jovana 4D in lime green wet fabric but i'm lost to what size will fit me. Own a dore push up g-string find it way to constricting not fitting well squeezes everything to much, (pancake everything) Rarely or never wear my dore g-string. While the muscleskins poser I own in a medium fit great. Is the jovana 4d fit the same as muscleskins poser? On the jovana site the 4d thong shown in mesh may look better or work best with thinner denier fabric. While I prefer fabric being more opaque so I can wear it on a textile beach. My problem with all those things I mentioned is it needs a seam to make you fit better. Yet the center seam distracts what should look smooth and take away from what woman want to look upon. Suppose their's noway to get around without compromising the fit.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：01/18/2015 04:40:49Copy HTML

 I was at on the beach last year and found out from a friend that to women had called the ranger station. The ranger came down to talk to them,and I was who they were complaining about. They told her I should not be aloud to walk around with my swimsuit stuffed like it was. This was about the time my friend was walking by. He told her he was pretty sure it was not stuffed. I go to this beach alot and normally walk from my car to beach just wearing my thong,never had any problems.  Last year Skinz swimwear came out with the M77 thong swimsuit so I bought two. The first time I wore one I had a women ask me if  I had my suit stuffed.I told her no,She insisted,so I asked if she wanted to feel for herself.  I layed down and she she did to the point  I made her stop cause I was getting hard. I guess what I am getting at is if what a suit that will enhance you, by itself this is the suit for you. I love the fit,it fits so much better than any of my old  Skinz swimsuits. Thongs are legal at this beach. The ranger told the women that women pad their bras so whats the difference. She is so cool!  I can not wait for summer.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：05/15/2015 03:55:32Copy HTML

This subject just won't die... Why should it... a discussion about the quintessential anatomical identifier that males have. Here's a link to an article about how male rowers learn to handle the Bulge issue

http://www.sbnation.com/london-olympics-2012/2012/8/8/3227465/package-deal-olympic-rowing-bulges-henrick-rummel   ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Take a look at it before it is gone.
Cheers ~ Ron !!~~!!

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：05/15/2015 05:22:30Copy HTML

 @microron: that's a great article.

I also enjoyed his detailed description of what the rowers wear and why that makes the bulge so prominent. 
As for "obscures sport's real value", I think the headline has it wrong. Spectator sport has always been about sex. 

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：05/16/2015 10:38:36Copy HTML

OK, that does it. I see my recent post in this thread was edited to remove the more sexual references. None of them were explicit, and I thought it was appropriate considering the topic of this thread.

Elsewhere I see it's apparently OK to talk about "Miley's tits" and the like. A bit of a double standard here, methinks.

I'm out of here.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：05/16/2015 02:16:32Copy HTML

This is not an adult board, or adult dating site. 
The boards primary mission is to support and promote the wearing of thong swimsuits in public.

Many members have told stories about how they were first exposed to thongs, or became thong fans in their teen age years.
It is way easier for old men to go out without a care, than for teens, or older women.
Yet we encourage everyone, and that includes women, teens and young adults, to thong openly, publicly and without fear. 

To that end we try to keep this board PG.  Your teen age daughter should feel comfortable reading the threads.

A subject such as this, "To Bulge or not to Bulge" is obviously related to wearing thongs in public,
yet moderation needs to be handled carefully and judiciously, to keep the thread on subject, 
and to make sure it does not become an explicit thread on peoples sexual excitement. 

The board, although already dominated by men, is not intended to be gayboi fan club.  
There are a lot of other boards on the internet that are more suitable for that pursuit. 

I am sorry that you were offended that your explicitly sexual statement was removed, while the rest of your post was retained.  

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：05/18/2015 05:42:18Copy HTML

   I have to agree with jm. Members please keep in mind that there are younger users, some may be or will be some of our younger ones at home. While i dont have a problem with the majority of the threads on this board, there are some that i feel push the limits, and can do harm to what we are trying to achieve. Which is gain acceptance of men/women in minimal swimwear. I am not advocating censorship, just restraint on what is shared.  I am not against pocket, torpedo, c-ring, enhancing suits. I my self have given some thought on wearing something of the sort, i was not gifted with an impressive, or even average Godly endowment. Yet i see no need to be overtly provocative or try to draw attention to my package. That is not why i wear thongs, either as underware or swim wear.   Users please keep in mind that some of these threads could be used against us i. An effort to keep us from wearing such attire in the limited areas that we already have in the gereral public. I am a member of a gun user forum, and users are cautioned there as well to not write inflamitory comments as they can be detrimental to the cause.   So olease remember, if its not something you would say in a public setting, olease rethink what you are going to say.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：05/20/2015 03:43:23Copy HTML

Like many things in life, I think that the decision to bulge or not to bulge depends on time and place.
As a road cyclist, I can completely identify with the "difficulties" of spandex and lycra. Yup, just in case you didn't know, we're usually nude under our "kit"... both males and females. No matter how well "placed" you may start a ride, when get off your saddle at the first light or rest stop, it is very likely that things have shifted, usually not for the better. Frankly, I have a pair of Cannondale bib-shorts that are very comfortable, but have a distinct tendency to show-off a bit more than needed. No one has ever made a comment to me, but I will admit that I am very aware of the situation and try to do my best to be modest (especially since there are a number of females on these rides). The typical decision that must be made is whether or not to re-adjust, which in doing so alleviates the issue, but also draws attention to it. In variably, I end up re-adjusting because I just can't allow myself to be on-display in these situations (plus, I've been yelled at enough times by passers-by for my chosen sport. I don't need to add to the list of grievances. 
Everyone on here has chosen this type of swim/under -wear for a number of reasons, one of which may be the way that it presents the "package". I can definitely identify with this and can only say that women have push-up bras, breast-augmentation, etc. which exist to enhance what God gave them, so why shouldn't us guys be able to do the same thing? However, from the male perspective, this desire does come with some sense of taboo, thus we must be conscious of it.
Good god, I'll get to the point now...Just don't be a D*ck about your bulge! Choose the time, place, and surroundings carefully. As Thongers, we not only represent ourselves, but we also represent the group. If we want acceptance then we must do it carefully and gracefully, not "quick like a band-aid". Social norms take time to change and I believe that they are changing, but we must be patient.
All of that said... the next time I go to Gunnison, I'm planning on wearing my bright orange male-power "euro" thong. 

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：05/20/2015 11:15:48Copy HTML

I strongly doubt that I am the first one to think of this, but the issue of bulging is a simple equation of risk/reward.......evaluate the risk of a situation; calculate the probable reward to be gained; then, put it to the test.......back in the olden days, they called such an approach common sense....nevertheless, I totally believe in the right to flaunt my bulge, be it discreet or indiscreet........I discreetly flaunt my bulge in my go-to-work trousers, and when I am on a out of the way beach or at a c/o resort, I flaunt proudly and shamelessly.........nowadays, because I am lazy, I do most of my sunbathing at my local neighborhood pool in borderline flaunting suits.........in other words, I get away with whatever I can get away with........

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：05/20/2015 05:33:10Copy HTML

I see nothing wrong with suits that show off our NATURAL bulges; e.g. MS Poser.  I really don't think people examine us that closely; the fact we are wearing thongs is shocking enough to the public and their focus is invariably on the rear of the suit.  In other words, I really can't see the general public measuring whether one thong has more bulge than another.  Hence, the bulge is IMHO a moot point for the suits that most of us wear.  OTOH, torpedo or missile suits -- at least not on textile beaches -- DO deliberately draw attention to the front of the suit and that's not where I want to be.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：05/21/2015 03:48:49Copy HTML

 On the sports side, you wear what the sport requires. Whether you choose to go comando or not under, thats a matter of choice or how the suit fits. Being on display is part of "the package".   I took my wife to see Swan Lake at a local theater pit on by a local acting troop. One of the lead male dancers chose not to wear a balet jock, i believe thats what my wife said it was called, so je was comando under his leotard. It made for an interesting performance. It was hard, no pun intended, to not notice he was comando. His package was floppong and bouncing all over the place, quite noticably. And i wasnt the only one to see that fact. While it wasnt obscene, it was a disteaction from the performance. His leotard was quite thin, so i feel he s:ould have work a dance jock, which is no more than a thong or g. 

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：06/14/2015 02:29:36Copy HTML

 Always bulge on the beach. Not a torpedo just a nice thick cockring bulge!

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：03/28/2016 02:10:30Copy HTML

 About a month ago, I returned from a weeklong trip to St Martin/St Barths. It was an absolute thongers paradise! The combination of being French territories and tropical islands make these islands very accepting of minimal swimwear as well as no swimwear. Several secluded beaches, which have been mentioned in other posts, have a very wide variety of beach goers. Many young couples on romantic getaways, adventurists, retirees, thongers, nudists, and people of all different cultures and backgrounds come to visit. All of these people have one thing in common. They are all very aware and maybe a little intrigued in seeing people wearing little to no swimwear. No surprises for anyone on these beaches. I even witnessed a couple first timers take a crack at going nude. 

So where am I headed with this post?... Unlike most beaches, these are a few rare places where both bulge and torpedo suits can be worn without question. I took advantage of this and wore my torpedo a couple different days on Happy Bay and Governor's beach. I will say... it was a huge rush!... similar to thonging for the first time! Early on, I felt that naughty feeling while walking to and from the water. If any others have worn bulge/missile suits in public, you know exactly what I mean. The open and free atmosphere soon settles in. Did I receive the wide eyed stares, the mouthing of OMG's and finger pointing? Of course! That is part of the fun. On such beaches people know what to expect and most choose to smile, wave and continue walking or join in on the fun. There were at least 5-10 other men and women in thongs per visit. Hassles and negativity were never an issue... 

I agree with the rest of you, displaying the package should be done in only in privacy and never to put the thonging community at risk. But, I also want to point out that there are select places where it is acceptable. I might sound like an attention hog to some, but why not experiment and have a little fun where permitted?!

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：03/29/2016 07:23:59Copy HTML

 AnimalThong,
I agree with you. There are no universal standards that apply to all beaches as some posters try to imply. My recommendation would be to make sure that you fully understand the venue before you venture out. Thongs are illegal on some beaches and most anything goes on some others (including bulge thongs, as you point out).  Always err on the conservative side if you are not sure. The wrong suit on the wrong beach could ruin your day. 

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：03/29/2016 12:39:40Copy HTML

I tend to err the other way.  I can always cover up if asked, and operate on the theory that if I go first, it may give others the courage to follow. 

So many people want others to go first, and only change down to a thong if others are.  
The I will if you will thinking. 

For me I find it harder to change down once on the beach, because that's like admitting there was a reason to cover up to start with,
 and shows I came with an "appropriate" cover up to put on. 

How many times have we read someones post that goes something like "I did not see anyone else in a thong so I wore my bikini or small shorts instead."?

That said, while I may not change during the day, in a new place or with new friends I sometimes change down over a series of days. But once I have selected one for the day, I tend to stick with it. 

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：03/30/2016 08:52:05Copy HTML

At age 18 when I first started down the minimal swimwear route, every
time I went to a ‘new’ venue, I would um and ah about what type of suit would
be permissible for sunning considering whether it was a beach or pool, crowded
or not, kids around etc. What a hassle! I soon figured it was easier to
find one suitable suit that was comfortable and covered what is legally required
to be covered (currently Skinz M1R2 g-string), wear it at all locations and let
others worry about whether it is ‘appropriate’. Occasionally someone at a pool
will complain to the lifeguard who may ask me to ‘cover up’, which I do. Doesn’t
happen that often.

Which leads me to bulges. Until this thread, I’ve never really thought
much about them. The M1R2 by its size probably highlights but doesn't seem to enhance. Either way it's just one aspect of a suit that I leave to others to worry
about or not. It seems to me that if you have to think about whether a suit
bulges too much depends on what beach you’re at or whether there are children
present, then it probably does!

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：05/19/2016 08:07:03Copy HTML

I enjoy thongs as a pinnacle of masculinity and all my thongs are tailored to enhance the male body.As a thonged male, I am proud to show the best shape, with a front bulge smoothly fit by the fabric of the pouch...  

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：05/23/2016 07:06:35Copy HTML

 Think bulging is all part of the "rush" of wearing a tight thong or g-string at the beach. For me..I prefer a more subtle @@@@@@-ring under style bulge. Some of the"torpedo" style thongs probably gonna get their owners into strife on the wrong beaches. Kudos to the guys that do wear them...I reckon they look good, but might limit their choice of beach venue unfortunately.   

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：07/15/2016 01:18:34Copy HTML

Despite the fact that I am almost naked when I go the beach, I am not comfortable with showing a big bulge. I've worn various styles of the Koala "Fem" suits for years and have really enjoyed them. Having everything squeezed into a tiny, tight pouch might sound uncomfortable, but it's really the direct opposite. Many years ago I had a suit that pushed everything up and out, and I found that be quite uncomfortable. 

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：07/16/2016 01:21:48Copy HTML

 I haven't read the entire thread but my thought is above all else just know your environment and know what is and isn't acceptable in that environment. Bulges imo aren't a big deal but if you're walking around in a torpedo with a hard-on, I wouldn't be surprised if some people don't want to see that, depending on the venue. Know your audience, so to speak.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：07/16/2016 01:50:59Copy HTML

 So very well put SixDelta, so very well put. 

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：07/18/2016 04:10:35Copy HTML

If the beach insist that the public wear clothes then I'll normally wear a very small g-string pouch (Beachkini c*ck bag) which, by default, creates a pretty noticable bulge.  My GF likes to see a bulge and encourages me. She'll usually wear a micro bikini that matches with my outfit.  I encourage to go micro and support her as much as possible in return.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/04/2026 02:39:49Copy HTML

This question is still a question since we talked about it nearly 10 years ago- how's it hanging when you're on the beach these days??

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/04/2026 03:49:26Copy HTML

Feel better when i do bulge in micro under moon thong on the beach. 

Arriving at the beach i noticed friendly Brazilian female that i know not to far away. Going for quick dip i made detour to say hello. Since i had fresh well projecting satisfied proud bulge to flaunt.    She setting up, in process building  make shift tent shade, using polyester sheer fabric she had. Showing me the fabric and not fully complete i left her alone, build the shade tent. 
Little disappointed that she didn’t give quick glance at my swimwear. Proud of my full bulge satisfied with my display. So left her, going back to my beach towel. 

Few hours later i was walking along the shoreline but  bulge shrank from tight squeeze all afternoon. Not displaying a full bulge. Met again same Brazilian gal as she was lingering away from her make shift shade tent. Had brief conversation this time she made quick glances what i was wearing focused on the size of the bulge. Appeared she wasn’t interested being nude beach size queen. Only  invite well endowed Brazilian male in her privacy shaded obenonce tent. 

Doesn’t matter wearing tear drop flat front g-string or micro UM bulge thong. Found if the bulge projects well, none curious or intrigued to look. Once bulge is flattened or non distinct that’s when gals begin to glance.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/04/2026 04:39:16Copy HTML

Mack-back you might try to use better English
Your posts are extremely difficult to read.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/04/2026 07:15:24Copy HTML

I suspect Mack_back may use ripped image in profile albums.  Maybe he’s actually a bot.
Anyway, I am not a Ken doll and need at least a moderate bulge to be comfortable.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/04/2026 11:02:25Copy HTML

"Your posts are extremely difficult to read."

... not to mention extremely tedious!

I'm pretty sure he used to post on the Underwear Swimwear Guys forum under a different name but it was the same style and subject matter.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/09/2026 08:23:30Copy HTML

Here's my take on bulges:  Why is it that men aren't supposed to show off their stuff if they "got it," while the ladies get to show off their enhanced boobs, butts in thongs (normal now on most beaches), scrunch butt leggings, cameltoes, etc.  The ole double standard IMHO.

Elle and I have no problem seeing a guy walk the beach in a thong with a big swinging pouch...not the kind that sticks straight out (missile?), or a 3D pouch that's form fitted to his equipment, but a pouch that holds the goods as they would normally hang.

As a straight guy, I have been wearing Fireboy thongs for years for both every day wear as well as to the beach and on the boat.  While many of their offerings are pretty (really!) kinky and concentrate on projecting your stuff out in front, they do have some pouch thongs that I feel comfortable wearing to any beach where thongs are acceptable. Namely their #1371 Deep String, among others.

My boys are pretty big and I like to keep them away from being squished against my thighs.  Fireboy custom pouches hold my package away from my legs nicely.  They are reasonably priced ($30 range) and are ordered to your dimensions.  I have even sent them a drawing of a custom XL pouch, to hold my big boys with ball stretcher rings, that they made at no extra cost.  I have worn that neon green one to Ft Desoto a few times.  A little "showy?"  Yes.  Fun?  Yes.  I also wear my pouch thongs to and from the car as well, at Haulover, Sandy Hook and The Fort...so far.  No negative responses from anyone.  

I also wear my large pouch thongs under slim fit pants (being tall and thin).  We went to dinner with a couple at a local restaurant last year.  I was wearing my Fireboy thongs under some new Levi's stretch denim jeans.  As I was bringing drinks to the table, she looked right at my bulge and said "Wow!"  Three times.  I asked, "Is that a good wow?"  She responded, "Oh yes."  Elle and I now call them my "wow" pants.  She is kind of a prudish woman, so I took this as a nice compliment and reassurance that, at least some women appreciate, or at least are not offended by, a bulge.  Elle and I danced there that night and I did notice women looking, as it was a fairly obvious bulge.  I wish I could have known what they were thinking.  Hopefully good things.

So there.  I bulge.  End of rant on bulges. ;)

Bunz

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/10/2026 12:36:09Copy HTML

I agree with not wanting to hide the male anatomy. It shouldn't be any different than women wanting to show off their respective female anatomy. However, I do not agree with the missile or 3D pouches in the general public. That's taking it a bit too far.

I would have to save I am average in size, but I do like the goods to be away from my thighs. This is why I fell in love with the Cocksox swim briefs and swim thongs. They hold everything away from the body without the extreme missile effect. But I live in a very conservative part of Pennsylvania. Board shorts are the norm 100% of the time. I would venture to say I am the only person in the tri-county area ever seen at the swimming facilities at the local state parks or the local swimming pool, wearing form fitting swimwear.

Thongs are not legal in PA state parks. The smallest I can legally wear is the Cocksox swim brief. However, I have been asked many times to change into something with more coverage. This is why I also have Cocksox swim trunks. The swim trunks don't hold every out like the briefs and thongs, but they still form around the goods for a distinctive pouch. Unfortunately, this is the smallest I can wear in most circumstances where I live. They are the "safest" suit I can wear without out being asked to change by the authorities or management.

Now for any of the wave pools in Allegheny County (around Pittsburgh), I have worn even smaller the-bikini.com tear drop g-strings with no issues. Now mind you, I don't go walking around or go to the restroom snack bar wearing just a g-string. But I will lay out all day to work on my tan and go into the water from time to time. I feel more comfortable walking to the restroom wearing the Cocksox swim briefs or swing thongs.

I did not get out much this year. The weather has been horrible, and I have been too busy to sneak in a few hours here and there. I look forward to traveling back to Florida, Las Vegas, or anywhere warm to get some much-needed sun and relaxation. I wish I lived near a beach or body of water where I can wear a thong in public with no repercussions.

I do live vicariously through everyone on this forum who is able to get out several days a week. I am extremely jealous.

I hope every on this forum has had a better year than me when it comes to wearing thongs in public. If I lived near a beach, I would definitely become the unapologetic ambassador for male thong wearing.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/10/2026 05:24:29Copy HTML

I say bulge if you want. It's a free country, for now.   We don't make thongs a normal by trying to hide, as long as its covered it technically shouldn't matter.   I've seen mothers with children with their nips visible and g stringed butt hanging out. The human body is not a crime.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/10/2026 08:20:21Copy HTML

I'm male and I'm not going to apologize for having a penis that may or may be accented in whatever I'm wearing. 

No missile type thongs for me but I have some Fireboy 1371 Deep String that I wear a lot. No built in cockring  just a nice rounded pouch that lifts everything as a unit. It's pretty similar to what iKingsky calls their Big Pouch underwear thongs.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/10/2026 09:52:35Copy HTML

Like most asspects of thong wearing this issue requires you to evaluate not only the "look" of your apparel butt more importantly the "audience" or those who'll be seeing you!  In general more "mature" adults or younger adults seem most tolerant or receptive.  Again the middle age Karens or male redneck types are not receptive!

For those of us with more of the second mentioned group around- you're in a "not zone" on a lot of things.  I've had to "mute" my apparel in areas where I've noticed it wouldn't be appreciated or tolerated!  Likewise where I live I'm usually in a tolerant or receptive zone.

We can only move a small group of the doubters to the supporters with enthusiasm and persistent wearing- we can't move a mountain of prejudice.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/11/2026 10:43:00Copy HTML

Now that summer is coming to an end in the northern hemisphere it’s time to go back to the gym. That means wearing leggings again. But, before I get there let me review summer. All summer I have been at the beach wearing thong swimwear. One of my favorite styles is the N2N Maverick thong. With that style there is an evident bulge. Because I do not fit well into flat front swimwear nearly all of my thongs have an enhanced pouch, nothing crazy or obnoxious. Several times I had people take notice and tell me that they liked what they saw, that I was blessed and that I must be very confident. Not once did I have a negative comment. It has been a very good summer.

Now on to legging season. Again I only wear thongs under my leggings. Again what I have is not hidden. Over the years I’ve had many comments about my leggings and how much people like them. I’ve had even more comments about being confident. I am out and about town either before of after the gym wearing my leggings. Only once have I had one person tell me they were disgusted with what they saw. Again I’m not being obscene or attempting to display. 

I’m not going to apologize for being male. I’m not going to hide behind baggy clothes. I’m not going to change my style to accommodate one or two people that don’t like what they see. What I will do is be friendly, smile, be helpful and kind. I find by being “nice” I can get away with some pretty wild style and hve fun with people while doing so.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/13/2026 04:07:46Copy HTML

I feel some degree of a bulge is ok in public as long as it fits the vibe of your location. Of course I'd never wear a full blown missile suit completely filled out while I'm in public, but in the backyard 100% yes. A bulge in public is ok as long as you're not flaunting it.

Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge

Date Posted：09/16/2026 04:14:22Copy HTML

I found that whatever I wear, I get positive reactions. The key to this is to wear it with confidence. So, why not bulge, as long as you do it with confidence.

tanlines2thin	#151
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：02/10/2014 12:10:08Copy HTML be a grown up and act mature and sensible - I been preaching that............an outta shape Canadian in a speedo in FLA is a fat guy in a tiny suit.......need I say more?
tiggerix	#152
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：02/10/2014 10:32:15Copy HTML @ microron - you don't count because you are canadian - apparently you gotta be fat and act like one. Most canadians I know are very polite and not fat - they would most likely ask any neighbouring beachgoers - "excuse me, is it ok for me to prance around the beach with my super neon green torpedo almost swimsuit with built in stainless steel enhancing equipment, or would you rather I stayed home?"
Microron	#153
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：02/10/2014 09:36:33Copy HTML @ Tiggerix... Oh darn... I don't have the energy to prance... and don't drink so as to not tick off any Americans by rude Canadian behaviour... nor my wife... who would not be amused by any of the aforementioned concerns of yours!Thonged for two weeks At Jibacoa, Cuba... with nary a complaint from any of the other guests. I was questioned by a German gent who wanted to know if I had bought the thong in Cuba... he had been rolling his trunks into his butt cleft trying to get more tan on his buns... obviously was looking to join the thonging community.Cheers " From The Big Island ~ ~ ~ Vancouver Island ~ British Columbia " ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Ron....................!!~~!!
DoreFan	#154
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：02/10/2014 10:41:44Copy HTML Quote: "an outta shape Canadian in a speedo in FLA is a fat guy in a tiny suit" Doesn't that describe half the people on this board? I've noticed a lot of pictures of overweight guys in thongs in people's profiles-which I don't have a problem with BTW.
tiggerix	#155
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：02/11/2014 06:34:36Copy HTML more skinny canadians trying to put on some weight? sorry microron these ones aren't teetotal. http://world.time.com/2014/02/10/canada-beer-fridge-sochi-passport-scan/
Microron	#156
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：02/11/2014 09:06:20Copy HTML The " Canadian Brewsky" being hoisted in celebration is a quintessentially Canadian experience! My passport would confirm that I am of legal drinking age, but for health and personal reasons, I no longer hoist a few beers anymore! But in keeping with this thread's subject... I am bulging a bit more than I did a few years ago (: ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Hats off to' Molson's Canadian' for their creative advertising during the Sochi Games ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ But I still happily hoist a 'Tims' whenever I can. :)Cheers.... from Ron on the " The Big Island ~ Vancouver island, in Beautiful British Columbia "
RapidBlue	#157
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：04/15/2014 08:31:31Copy HTML For me the location will better determine the swim wear choice. I am not going to torpedo around families or on public beaches. I also will not hide what I have. I am completely uncomfortable in a suit that flattens everything. I just can't wear that style; there isn't enough room. As a result there is always a bulge even when wearing long pants. I am not going to hide that I am male and cause pain just to look smooth for the sake of others. I am also not going to go out of my way to look larger or look erect. I don't wish to be offensive. I also don't wish to hide who and what I am. It is a fine line.
ozthong	#158
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：01/01/2015 10:04:10Copy HTML My preference nowadays is bulge swimwear/underwear but not that excessive. My package feels a lot better when wearing bulge swimwear and have enough room to grow when it gets excited.
Chantelle4both	#159
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：01/02/2015 04:10:11Copy HTML I agree with Rapid & Oz - really a matter of appropriateness. I've (like many of the folks here) have a thong for every occasion and part of the fun is "dressing for the situation." For example, if there is a chance of kids or people that I would not feel showing a bit of extra cheek or contour I'd go with something like my J & M Skinz or my La Vie En Rose (as they are made of a heavier material and offer a bit more coverage) ~ however if I was at a pool that is bi or gay-friendly like in Palm Springs I'd opt for my Joe Snyder Tanga or something from Good Devil.
John Howard	#160
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：01/03/2015 06:10:41Copy HTML I agree 100% with ozthong; my favourite swimwear is definitely the Poser Muscleskins, it has a bulge but quite modest in comparison to the Missile thong. I believe that a man's package needs to be under clothing that gives enough room to be comfortable. A swimwear without a bulge tends to compress your equipment in an non natural way. Besides after many hours of being compressed, it is likely that the cck and balls get used to be in such state and probably just shrink as a consequence.Many men exercise their equipments to help blood flow and obtain larger and healthier penises, (jelqing) others even use controversial extension tools to make their organs larger...... to wear too tight jocks or swimwear without a bulge can work the opposite way.That's another reason why I prefer to sleep naked (but that's another topic)
thongboy052000	#161
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：01/14/2015 06:16:47Copy HTML There was a time a few decades ago, when boxer swimwear wasn't that common and when most young guys wore skintight swimwear. Maybe not bikinis, certainly not thongs if you were in North America, but certainly swimwear which showed a bulge. Today, the mainstream culture has changed, and as a young guy I'd really like to know why. Why is it abnormal for a guy on the beach to show what he has between his legs? Mind you, I grew up in a family where the the males only wore swim briefs — my dad considered board shorts an abomination — and I was never ashamed that my package was showing. But I know we were in a minority at the pool or beach. When I was in my mid-teens I switched to narrow-side Speedos and a year later thongs, as did a couple of my buddies. I guess it was a bold move, but we became accepted. There are a lot of potential thongers out there: the problem is that they seem increasingly fearful to go outside their own sun-deck or well-fenced back yard. That's one of the problems we're facing
JM_Runs	#162
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：01/14/2015 08:01:59Copy HTML There are two practical problems with bulge suits. First is fit. Too small won't do the job and too large makes you look small. Fit seems to be kind of hit or miss. Second is support. I have no support issues with a couple of Dore micro VLC g-strings. They bulge because they are so small, but are still supportive -- but they aren't the 3D models. But I wonder about support on Dore's 3D models, or suits like Jovana's 4D. For example, I really like the Jovana 4D model but judging from the picture, that one particularly looks like it would be hard to get the pouch size right, and that it would be, ahem, really "bouncy" when one walks. Does anyone have a Jovana 4D and could comment on this?
tanlines2thin	#163
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：01/14/2015 11:12:03Copy HTML ya can't go wrong with a dore or jovana suit.........as minimal or showy as ya think they are, these suits are super well-made, and the form-fit of them will resolve whatever bouncing you are presuming.......I've got a ton of dore and a half-ton of jovana suits, all of which are the bulge, show-suit type......obviously, i'm the show-suit type, and all of my dore and jovana suits always fit perfectly, comfortably and with practicality......
maozer2003	#164
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：01/15/2015 11:10:57Copy HTML in reply to facelessdrone2005, I have a 4D from Jovana. I like her designs, and I have several different swimsuits from her. The only one I don't like is the 4D. It's partly my fault, as I ordered it in XS size, and S would have been a better fit. But even so, the suit has a small elasticated c-ring type aperture which you put your equipment through, into the pouch. This is just too small & tight for my liking, and I feel very constricted when I put it on (& I'm on the small side). If you like the pouch look, I would suggest you go for her 3D rather than 4D. But if you want something really tight, 4D might work for you. As for the bouncy thing, I don't find that a problem, as it holds you firmly.
mack_back	#165
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：01/16/2015 07:53:47Copy HTML Reading here about the jovana 4D thong. Looking at the picture on the site makes everything bulge out perfectly. Want to order Jovana 4D in lime green wet fabric but i'm lost to what size will fit me. Own a dore push up g-string find it way to constricting not fitting well squeezes everything to much, (pancake everything) Rarely or never wear my dore g-string. While the muscleskins poser I own in a medium fit great. Is the jovana 4d fit the same as muscleskins poser? On the jovana site the 4d thong shown in mesh may look better or work best with thinner denier fabric. While I prefer fabric being more opaque so I can wear it on a textile beach. My problem with all those things I mentioned is it needs a seam to make you fit better. Yet the center seam distracts what should look smooth and take away from what woman want to look upon. Suppose their's noway to get around without compromising the fit.
thong1066	#166
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：01/18/2015 04:40:49Copy HTML I was at on the beach last year and found out from a friend that to women had called the ranger station. The ranger came down to talk to them,and I was who they were complaining about. They told her I should not be aloud to walk around with my swimsuit stuffed like it was. This was about the time my friend was walking by. He told her he was pretty sure it was not stuffed. I go to this beach alot and normally walk from my car to beach just wearing my thong,never had any problems. Last year Skinz swimwear came out with the M77 thong swimsuit so I bought two. The first time I wore one I had a women ask me if I had my suit stuffed.I told her no,She insisted,so I asked if she wanted to feel for herself. I layed down and she she did to the point I made her stop cause I was getting hard. I guess what I am getting at is if what a suit that will enhance you, by itself this is the suit for you. I love the fit,it fits so much better than any of my old Skinz swimsuits. Thongs are legal at this beach. The ranger told the women that women pad their bras so whats the difference. She is so cool! I can not wait for summer.
Microron	#167
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：05/15/2015 03:55:32Copy HTML This subject just won't die... Why should it... a discussion about the quintessential anatomical identifier that males have. Here's a link to an article about how male rowers learn to handle the Bulge issue http://www.sbnation.com/london-olympics-2012/2012/8/8/3227465/package-deal-olympic-rowing-bulges-henrick-rummel ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Take a look at it before it is gone. Cheers ~ Ron !!~~!!
JM_Runs	#168
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：05/15/2015 05:22:30Copy HTML @microron: that's a great article. I also enjoyed his detailed description of what the rowers wear and why that makes the bulge so prominent. As for "obscures sport's real value", I think the headline has it wrong. Spectator sport has always been about sex.
JM_Runs	#169
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：05/16/2015 10:38:36Copy HTML OK, that does it. I see my recent post in this thread was edited to remove the more sexual references. None of them were explicit, and I thought it was appropriate considering the topic of this thread. Elsewhere I see it's apparently OK to talk about "Miley's tits" and the like. A bit of a double standard here, methinks. I'm out of here.
JM_Runs	#170
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：05/16/2015 02:16:32Copy HTML This is not an adult board, or adult dating site. The boards primary mission is to support and promote the wearing of thong swimsuits in public. Many members have told stories about how they were first exposed to thongs, or became thong fans in their teen age years. It is way easier for old men to go out without a care, than for teens, or older women. Yet we encourage everyone, and that includes women, teens and young adults, to thong openly, publicly and without fear. To that end we try to keep this board PG. Your teen age daughter should feel comfortable reading the threads. A subject such as this, "To Bulge or not to Bulge" is obviously related to wearing thongs in public, yet moderation needs to be handled carefully and judiciously, to keep the thread on subject, and to make sure it does not become an explicit thread on peoples sexual excitement. The board, although already dominated by men, is not intended to be gayboi fan club. There are a lot of other boards on the internet that are more suitable for that pursuit. I am sorry that you were offended that your explicitly sexual statement was removed, while the rest of your post was retained.
ozarkG	#171
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：05/18/2015 05:42:18Copy HTML I have to agree with jm. Members please keep in mind that there are younger users, some may be or will be some of our younger ones at home. While i dont have a problem with the majority of the threads on this board, there are some that i feel push the limits, and can do harm to what we are trying to achieve. Which is gain acceptance of men/women in minimal swimwear. I am not advocating censorship, just restraint on what is shared. I am not against pocket, torpedo, c-ring, enhancing suits. I my self have given some thought on wearing something of the sort, i was not gifted with an impressive, or even average Godly endowment. Yet i see no need to be overtly provocative or try to draw attention to my package. That is not why i wear thongs, either as underware or swim wear. Users please keep in mind that some of these threads could be used against us i. An effort to keep us from wearing such attire in the limited areas that we already have in the gereral public. I am a member of a gun user forum, and users are cautioned there as well to not write inflamitory comments as they can be detrimental to the cause. So olease remember, if its not something you would say in a public setting, olease rethink what you are going to say.
DopeyDawg	#172
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：05/20/2015 03:43:23Copy HTML Like many things in life, I think that the decision to bulge or not to bulge depends on time and place. As a road cyclist, I can completely identify with the "difficulties" of spandex and lycra. Yup, just in case you didn't know, we're usually nude under our "kit"... both males and females. No matter how well "placed" you may start a ride, when get off your saddle at the first light or rest stop, it is very likely that things have shifted, usually not for the better. Frankly, I have a pair of Cannondale bib-shorts that are very comfortable, but have a distinct tendency to show-off a bit more than needed. No one has ever made a comment to me, but I will admit that I am very aware of the situation and try to do my best to be modest (especially since there are a number of females on these rides). The typical decision that must be made is whether or not to re-adjust, which in doing so alleviates the issue, but also draws attention to it. In variably, I end up re-adjusting because I just can't allow myself to be on-display in these situations (plus, I've been yelled at enough times by passers-by for my chosen sport. I don't need to add to the list of grievances. Everyone on here has chosen this type of swim/under -wear for a number of reasons, one of which may be the way that it presents the "package". I can definitely identify with this and can only say that women have push-up bras, breast-augmentation, etc. which exist to enhance what God gave them, so why shouldn't us guys be able to do the same thing? However, from the male perspective, this desire does come with some sense of taboo, thus we must be conscious of it. Good god, I'll get to the point now...Just don't be a D*ck about your bulge! Choose the time, place, and surroundings carefully. As Thongers, we not only represent ourselves, but we also represent the group. If we want acceptance then we must do it carefully and gracefully, not "quick like a band-aid". Social norms take time to change and I believe that they are changing, but we must be patient. All of that said... the next time I go to Gunnison, I'm planning on wearing my bright orange male-power "euro" thong.
tanlines2thin	#173
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：05/20/2015 11:15:48Copy HTML I strongly doubt that I am the first one to think of this, but the issue of bulging is a simple equation of risk/reward.......evaluate the risk of a situation; calculate the probable reward to be gained; then, put it to the test.......back in the olden days, they called such an approach common sense....nevertheless, I totally believe in the right to flaunt my bulge, be it discreet or indiscreet........I discreetly flaunt my bulge in my go-to-work trousers, and when I am on a out of the way beach or at a c/o resort, I flaunt proudly and shamelessly.........nowadays, because I am lazy, I do most of my sunbathing at my local neighborhood pool in borderline flaunting suits.........in other words, I get away with whatever I can get away with........
JM_Runs	#174
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：05/20/2015 05:33:10Copy HTML I see nothing wrong with suits that show off our NATURAL bulges; e.g. MS Poser. I really don't think people examine us that closely; the fact we are wearing thongs is shocking enough to the public and their focus is invariably on the rear of the suit. In other words, I really can't see the general public measuring whether one thong has more bulge than another. Hence, the bulge is IMHO a moot point for the suits that most of us wear. OTOH, torpedo or missile suits -- at least not on textile beaches -- DO deliberately draw attention to the front of the suit and that's not where I want to be.
ozarkG	#175
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：05/21/2015 03:48:49Copy HTML On the sports side, you wear what the sport requires. Whether you choose to go comando or not under, thats a matter of choice or how the suit fits. Being on display is part of "the package". I took my wife to see Swan Lake at a local theater pit on by a local acting troop. One of the lead male dancers chose not to wear a balet jock, i believe thats what my wife said it was called, so je was comando under his leotard. It made for an interesting performance. It was hard, no pun intended, to not notice he was comando. His package was floppong and bouncing all over the place, quite noticably. And i wasnt the only one to see that fact. While it wasnt obscene, it was a disteaction from the performance. His leotard was quite thin, so i feel he s:ould have work a dance jock, which is no more than a thong or g.
Cockringgstring	#176
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：06/14/2015 02:29:36Copy HTML Always bulge on the beach. Not a torpedo just a nice thick cockring bulge!
JM_Runs	#177
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：03/28/2016 02:10:30Copy HTML About a month ago, I returned from a weeklong trip to St Martin/St Barths. It was an absolute thongers paradise! The combination of being French territories and tropical islands make these islands very accepting of minimal swimwear as well as no swimwear. Several secluded beaches, which have been mentioned in other posts, have a very wide variety of beach goers. Many young couples on romantic getaways, adventurists, retirees, thongers, nudists, and people of all different cultures and backgrounds come to visit. All of these people have one thing in common. They are all very aware and maybe a little intrigued in seeing people wearing little to no swimwear. No surprises for anyone on these beaches. I even witnessed a couple first timers take a crack at going nude. So where am I headed with this post?... Unlike most beaches, these are a few rare places where both bulge and torpedo suits can be worn without question. I took advantage of this and wore my torpedo a couple different days on Happy Bay and Governor's beach. I will say... it was a huge rush!... similar to thonging for the first time! Early on, I felt that naughty feeling while walking to and from the water. If any others have worn bulge/missile suits in public, you know exactly what I mean. The open and free atmosphere soon settles in. Did I receive the wide eyed stares, the mouthing of OMG's and finger pointing? Of course! That is part of the fun. On such beaches people know what to expect and most choose to smile, wave and continue walking or join in on the fun. There were at least 5-10 other men and women in thongs per visit. Hassles and negativity were never an issue... I agree with the rest of you, displaying the package should be done in only in privacy and never to put the thonging community at risk. But, I also want to point out that there are select places where it is acceptable. I might sound like an attention hog to some, but why not experiment and have a little fun where permitted?!
bmicro	#178
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：03/29/2016 07:23:59Copy HTML AnimalThong, I agree with you. There are no universal standards that apply to all beaches as some posters try to imply. My recommendation would be to make sure that you fully understand the venue before you venture out. Thongs are illegal on some beaches and most anything goes on some others (including bulge thongs, as you point out). Always err on the conservative side if you are not sure. The wrong suit on the wrong beach could ruin your day.
JM_Runs	#179
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：03/29/2016 12:39:40Copy HTML I tend to err the other way. I can always cover up if asked, and operate on the theory that if I go first, it may give others the courage to follow. So many people want others to go first, and only change down to a thong if others are. The I will if you will thinking. For me I find it harder to change down once on the beach, because that's like admitting there was a reason to cover up to start with, and shows I came with an "appropriate" cover up to put on. How many times have we read someones post that goes something like "I did not see anyone else in a thong so I wore my bikini or small shorts instead."? That said, while I may not change during the day, in a new place or with new friends I sometimes change down over a series of days. But once I have selected one for the day, I tend to stick with it.
Grabeach	#180
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：03/30/2016 08:52:05Copy HTML At age 18 when I first started down the minimal swimwear route, every time I went to a ‘new’ venue, I would um and ah about what type of suit would be permissible for sunning considering whether it was a beach or pool, crowded or not, kids around etc. What a hassle! I soon figured it was easier to find one suitable suit that was comfortable and covered what is legally required to be covered (currently Skinz M1R2 g-string), wear it at all locations and let others worry about whether it is ‘appropriate’. Occasionally someone at a pool will complain to the lifeguard who may ask me to ‘cover up’, which I do. Doesn’t happen that often. Which leads me to bulges. Until this thread, I’ve never really thought much about them. The M1R2 by its size probably highlights but doesn't seem to enhance. Either way it's just one aspect of a suit that I leave to others to worry about or not. It seems to me that if you have to think about whether a suit bulges too much depends on what beach you’re at or whether there are children present, then it probably does!
PascalAgdange	#181
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：05/19/2016 08:07:03Copy HTML I enjoy thongs as a pinnacle of masculinity and all my thongs are tailored to enhance the male body.As a thonged male, I am proud to show the best shape, with a front bulge smoothly fit by the fabric of the pouch...
dk31	#182
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：05/23/2016 07:06:35Copy HTML Think bulging is all part of the "rush" of wearing a tight thong or g-string at the beach. For me..I prefer a more subtle @@@@@@-ring under style bulge. Some of the"torpedo" style thongs probably gonna get their owners into strife on the wrong beaches. Kudos to the guys that do wear them...I reckon they look good, but might limit their choice of beach venue unfortunately.
Beachlover492000	#183
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：07/15/2016 01:18:34Copy HTML Despite the fact that I am almost naked when I go the beach, I am not comfortable with showing a big bulge. I've worn various styles of the Koala "Fem" suits for years and have really enjoyed them. Having everything squeezed into a tiny, tight pouch might sound uncomfortable, but it's really the direct opposite. Many years ago I had a suit that pushed everything up and out, and I found that be quite uncomfortable.
SixDelta	#184
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：07/16/2016 01:21:48Copy HTML I haven't read the entire thread but my thought is above all else just know your environment and know what is and isn't acceptable in that environment. Bulges imo aren't a big deal but if you're walking around in a torpedo with a hard-on, I wouldn't be surprised if some people don't want to see that, depending on the venue. Know your audience, so to speak.
hotbunz1969	#185
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：07/16/2016 01:50:59Copy HTML So very well put SixDelta, so very well put.
Latex_Fan	#186
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：07/18/2016 04:10:35Copy HTML If the beach insist that the public wear clothes then I'll normally wear a very small g-string pouch (Beachkini c*ck bag) which, by default, creates a pretty noticable bulge. My GF likes to see a bulge and encourages me. She'll usually wear a micro bikini that matches with my outfit. I encourage to go micro and support her as much as possible in return.
sailor250	#187
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/04/2026 02:39:49Copy HTML This question is still a question since we talked about it nearly 10 years ago- how's it hanging when you're on the beach these days??
mack_back	#188
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/04/2026 03:49:26Copy HTML Feel better when i do bulge in micro under moon thong on the beach. Arriving at the beach i noticed friendly Brazilian female that i know not to far away. Going for quick dip i made detour to say hello. Since i had fresh well projecting satisfied proud bulge to flaunt. She setting up, in process building make shift tent shade, using polyester sheer fabric she had. Showing me the fabric and not fully complete i left her alone, build the shade tent. Little disappointed that she didn’t give quick glance at my swimwear. Proud of my full bulge satisfied with my display. So left her, going back to my beach towel. Few hours later i was walking along the shoreline but bulge shrank from tight squeeze all afternoon. Not displaying a full bulge. Met again same Brazilian gal as she was lingering away from her make shift shade tent. Had brief conversation this time she made quick glances what i was wearing focused on the size of the bulge. Appeared she wasn’t interested being nude beach size queen. Only invite well endowed Brazilian male in her privacy shaded obenonce tent. Doesn’t matter wearing tear drop flat front g-string or micro UM bulge thong. Found if the bulge projects well, none curious or intrigued to look. Once bulge is flattened or non distinct that’s when gals begin to glance.
7423080	#189
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/04/2026 04:39:16Copy HTML Mack-back you might try to use better English Your posts are extremely difficult to read.
Thongsrbest	#190
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/04/2026 07:15:24Copy HTML I suspect Mack_back may use ripped image in profile albums. Maybe he’s actually a bot. Anyway, I am not a Ken doll and need at least a moderate bulge to be comfortable.
thongshowoff	#191
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/04/2026 11:02:25Copy HTML "Your posts are extremely difficult to read." ... not to mention extremely tedious! I'm pretty sure he used to post on the Underwear Swimwear Guys forum under a different name but it was the same style and subject matter.
bunzaird	#192
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/09/2026 08:23:30Copy HTML Here's my take on bulges: Why is it that men aren't supposed to show off their stuff if they "got it," while the ladies get to show off their enhanced boobs, butts in thongs (normal now on most beaches), scrunch butt leggings, cameltoes, etc. The ole double standard IMHO. Elle and I have no problem seeing a guy walk the beach in a thong with a big swinging pouch...not the kind that sticks straight out (missile?), or a 3D pouch that's form fitted to his equipment, but a pouch that holds the goods as they would normally hang. As a straight guy, I have been wearing Fireboy thongs for years for both every day wear as well as to the beach and on the boat. While many of their offerings are pretty (really!) kinky and concentrate on projecting your stuff out in front, they do have some pouch thongs that I feel comfortable wearing to any beach where thongs are acceptable. Namely their #1371 Deep String, among others. My boys are pretty big and I like to keep them away from being squished against my thighs. Fireboy custom pouches hold my package away from my legs nicely. They are reasonably priced ($30 range) and are ordered to your dimensions. I have even sent them a drawing of a custom XL pouch, to hold my big boys with ball stretcher rings, that they made at no extra cost. I have worn that neon green one to Ft Desoto a few times. A little "showy?" Yes. Fun? Yes. I also wear my pouch thongs to and from the car as well, at Haulover, Sandy Hook and The Fort...so far. No negative responses from anyone. I also wear my large pouch thongs under slim fit pants (being tall and thin). We went to dinner with a couple at a local restaurant last year. I was wearing my Fireboy thongs under some new Levi's stretch denim jeans. As I was bringing drinks to the table, she looked right at my bulge and said "Wow!" Three times. I asked, "Is that a good wow?" She responded, "Oh yes." Elle and I now call them my "wow" pants. She is kind of a prudish woman, so I took this as a nice compliment and reassurance that, at least some women appreciate, or at least are not offended by, a bulge. Elle and I danced there that night and I did notice women looking, as it was a fairly obvious bulge. I wish I could have known what they were thinking. Hopefully good things. So there. I bulge. End of rant on bulges. ;) Bunz
bonzo68	#193
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/10/2026 12:36:09Copy HTML I agree with not wanting to hide the male anatomy. It shouldn't be any different than women wanting to show off their respective female anatomy. However, I do not agree with the missile or 3D pouches in the general public. That's taking it a bit too far. I would have to save I am average in size, but I do like the goods to be away from my thighs. This is why I fell in love with the Cocksox swim briefs and swim thongs. They hold everything away from the body without the extreme missile effect. But I live in a very conservative part of Pennsylvania. Board shorts are the norm 100% of the time. I would venture to say I am the only person in the tri-county area ever seen at the swimming facilities at the local state parks or the local swimming pool, wearing form fitting swimwear. Thongs are not legal in PA state parks. The smallest I can legally wear is the Cocksox swim brief. However, I have been asked many times to change into something with more coverage. This is why I also have Cocksox swim trunks. The swim trunks don't hold every out like the briefs and thongs, but they still form around the goods for a distinctive pouch. Unfortunately, this is the smallest I can wear in most circumstances where I live. They are the "safest" suit I can wear without out being asked to change by the authorities or management. Now for any of the wave pools in Allegheny County (around Pittsburgh), I have worn even smaller the-bikini.com tear drop g-strings with no issues. Now mind you, I don't go walking around or go to the restroom snack bar wearing just a g-string. But I will lay out all day to work on my tan and go into the water from time to time. I feel more comfortable walking to the restroom wearing the Cocksox swim briefs or swing thongs. I did not get out much this year. The weather has been horrible, and I have been too busy to sneak in a few hours here and there. I look forward to traveling back to Florida, Las Vegas, or anywhere warm to get some much-needed sun and relaxation. I wish I lived near a beach or body of water where I can wear a thong in public with no repercussions. I do live vicariously through everyone on this forum who is able to get out several days a week. I am extremely jealous. I hope every on this forum has had a better year than me when it comes to wearing thongs in public. If I lived near a beach, I would definitely become the unapologetic ambassador for male thong wearing.
ultrabare	#194
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/10/2026 05:24:29Copy HTML I say bulge if you want. It's a free country, for now. We don't make thongs a normal by trying to hide, as long as its covered it technically shouldn't matter. I've seen mothers with children with their nips visible and g stringed butt hanging out. The human body is not a crime.
JayByrd	#195
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/10/2026 08:20:21Copy HTML I'm male and I'm not going to apologize for having a penis that may or may be accented in whatever I'm wearing. No missile type thongs for me but I have some Fireboy 1371 Deep String that I wear a lot. No built in cockring just a nice rounded pouch that lifts everything as a unit. It's pretty similar to what iKingsky calls their Big Pouch underwear thongs.
sailor250	#196
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/10/2026 09:52:35Copy HTML Like most asspects of thong wearing this issue requires you to evaluate not only the "look" of your apparel butt more importantly the "audience" or those who'll be seeing you! In general more "mature" adults or younger adults seem most tolerant or receptive. Again the middle age Karens or male redneck types are not receptive! For those of us with more of the second mentioned group around- you're in a "not zone" on a lot of things. I've had to "mute" my apparel in areas where I've noticed it wouldn't be appreciated or tolerated! Likewise where I live I'm usually in a tolerant or receptive zone. We can only move a small group of the doubters to the supporters with enthusiasm and persistent wearing- we can't move a mountain of prejudice.
RapidBlue	#197
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/11/2026 10:43:00Copy HTML Now that summer is coming to an end in the northern hemisphere it’s time to go back to the gym. That means wearing leggings again. But, before I get there let me review summer. All summer I have been at the beach wearing thong swimwear. One of my favorite styles is the N2N Maverick thong. With that style there is an evident bulge. Because I do not fit well into flat front swimwear nearly all of my thongs have an enhanced pouch, nothing crazy or obnoxious. Several times I had people take notice and tell me that they liked what they saw, that I was blessed and that I must be very confident. Not once did I have a negative comment. It has been a very good summer. Now on to legging season. Again I only wear thongs under my leggings. Again what I have is not hidden. Over the years I’ve had many comments about my leggings and how much people like them. I’ve had even more comments about being confident. I am out and about town either before of after the gym wearing my leggings. Only once have I had one person tell me they were disgusted with what they saw. Again I’m not being obscene or attempting to display. I’m not going to apologize for being male. I’m not going to hide behind baggy clothes. I’m not going to change my style to accommodate one or two people that don’t like what they see. What I will do is be friendly, smile, be helpful and kind. I find by being “nice” I can get away with some pretty wild style and hve fun with people while doing so.
Thongzo	#198
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/13/2026 04:07:46Copy HTML I feel some degree of a bulge is ok in public as long as it fits the vibe of your location. Of course I'd never wear a full blown missile suit completely filled out while I'm in public, but in the backyard 100% yes. A bulge in public is ok as long as you're not flaunting it.
abczyxabczyx	#199
	Re：To Bulge or Not to Bulge Date Posted：09/16/2026 04:14:22Copy HTML I found that whatever I wear, I get positive reactions. The key to this is to wear it with confidence. So, why not bulge, as long as you do it with confidence.