FTM Gear

[Dylan]

Originally Posted by Waldo

Dylan - I've used the Underworks T-shirt/binder dealio for a couple years. Granted, I'm not trying to pass for male, so my being pleased with the result may not matter.

They come long so they can be tucked in nicely. I've never had an issue with them rolling up and this kid has HIPS.

I would, however, NOT recommend their FTM swimsuit. That rolls and is uncomfortable as hell. And the bottoms are really just god awful.

I'm wondering how much of my rolling issue has to do with the 35lbs I've gained right smack in Mahhh Belly. I'm going to try the t-shirt-underneath trick and see if that works until those 6pack abs I ordered arrive (or until I do 1000 sit ups a day).


Dylan...needs to work out

[Waldo]

this is the one I was referring to: http://www.underworks.com/images/974.jpg I may not have been clear in my previous post.

Hope it helps.

[TCB]

Great thread

Anybody got any swim gear recommendations?

I've purchased through Mango before, although I didn't have a delivery issue...I wasn't too thrilled with the product. Not to mention how pricey they are.

Underworks has served it's purpose lol. Not my ideal situation, but it's gonna have to do.

[The Oopster]

Originally Posted by TCB

Great thread

Anybody got any swim gear recommendations?

I've purchased through Mango before, although I didn't have a delivery issue...I wasn't too thrilled with the product. Not to mention how pricey they are.

Underworks has served it's purpose lol. Not my ideal situation, but it's gonna have to do.

damn lost my post

never tried mango.

no swim gear recommendations.

have had best luck with underworks so far. Tried one other product and only thing i ended up with was losing money in returning everything. I would like to try the t-kingdom though was i have a job. They didn't cover my size before so it's nice to see that they have added on for us taller people.

I did try the suggestion of wearing a shirt under the binder and found that it helps minimize the rolling and for the rolling that still happens it acts as a buffer so it doesn't dig into the skin. Just don't like having to wear so many layers. Okay for this time of the year. Not okay in the summer.

Don't know if anyone has posted this. will post it again.

http://www.thetransitionalmale.com/ftmstuff.html

I have not ordered the stud but in the past Nick also had available the utube which is the device inserted in the soft packer. I use to order that then a cheap packer and insert it myself. Right now it doesn't look like he is selling it seperately. Maybe that will differ once the new site is up.

I have used the cock sock but find the velcro can be a pain, figuratively and literally. I have a protype of underwear in my brain that I would like to try making I just haven't had the time or energy. If any femmes are reading this and are into sewing maybe you can shoot me a message and we can work on something together. i basically want to build the concept of the cock sock into a pair of underwear, so nothing has to be attached and everything sits just right and nothing will fall out. I don't think it will be that hard. the hardest part for me would be figuring out how to work the sewing machine my roomie got, no instruction book.

Nick has always been good with the stuff i have ordered from him. Quick and reliable and when there has been a delay he has has always kept me in the loop.

http://www.ftmguide.org/index.html

is another site i have used that i'm not sure if it's been listed yet.

http://www.whenyagottago.com/

I really like this peeing device on it's own, just hard to hide discretely but a great device especially for the beginner and found it much easier to use then the utube which is what is used in the stud urniary packer.

actually lately i've gotten lazy and sit most of the time. My bathroom access is limited so when I'm in there i try to make use of it.

[Leigh]

I'm also finding this thread very helpful and will definately try some of these things in the future as well

[Dylan]

I haven't used Mango products at all. I've heard too many horror stories about the shipping issues.

Just found a great great FTM site. I'll PM folks with the address, or PM me if you want to know about it. It's a great FTM-only site with forums, groups, chat, etc.


Dylan

[weatherboi]

This is the company I will be going with. The reasons boiled down to urintion systems.
http://www.likereal.de/shop/english/home


Joseph from ftm prothetics was helpful in telling me he was working on a system. I look forward to trying his products in the future because his customer service is awesome!!

[Waldo]

this is the one I was referring to: http://www.underworks.com/images/974.jpg I may not have been clear in my previous post.

Hope it helps.

[Sam]

Ultimate Chest Binder Tank
Double Front Compression Shirt
Style 997 Color: White or Black
Size - fits Chest: X-small 29-31 / Small 32-34 /
Medium 35-39 / Large 40-44 / X-large 45-48
Price: $29.99 / 3 for 84.99

Size - fits Chest: 2X 48-52 / 3X 53-56
Price: $36.99 / 3 for 104.99

I have found its great for the money. Its tight even with great measurements, but does the job

[NotAnAverageGuy]

Thanks for all the links guys

I will check em out when my head aint cloudy

[DapperButch]

www.t-kingdom.com for binders

Model 801 is GREAT for the summer. Light, but strong.

I also have Model 1700.

Both excellent choices. For a couple of bucks they will customize their binders for you.

I wouldn't hesitate purchasing any binder from these guys. The comparison chart is also very helpful.

[Linus]

Originally Posted by DapperButch

www.t-kingdom.com for binders

Model 801 is GREAT for the summer. Light, but strong.

I also have Model 1700.

Both excellent choices. For a couple of bucks they will customize their binders for you.

I wouldn't hesitate purchasing any binder from these guys. The comparison chart is also very helpful.

Aren't they designed for small guys?

[DapperButch]

Originally Posted by Linus

Aren't they designed for small guys?

I don't think so? A few years ago it wasn't for guys taller than 5'6", but now I think it runs up to 5'9" in height.

Ok, just looked. 5'9" and 188 lbs. 40-42 chest. (XXL)

That is the largest size.

Check out size chart.

But, the custom sizing is an idea, too if you can't find your size.

[weatherboi]

Originally Posted by Linus

Aren't they designed for small guys?

I am not small chest size. On the end of large actually. My weight and height are average I guess.

I use tkingdom 1700 in combination with an underworks product. PLus a shirt...plus another!! Sheesh! I am surprised I can breath or move at all some days!!LOL

I didnt want to go tkingdom but I could nt get what I needed from underworks. Had to go with the combo! It doesnt roll up cause it is pretty long which works for me.

[DapperButch]

Originally Posted by DapperButch

www.t-kingdom.com for binders

Model 801 is GREAT for the summer. Light, but strong.

I also have Model 1700.

Both excellent choices. For a couple of bucks they will customize their binders for you.

I wouldn't hesitate purchasing any binder from these guys. The comparison chart is also very helpful.

I was just ordering a new binder and I saw that the additional cost to customize your binder is $21.57. That is a lot more than the $6.00 it was last time I checked! (which I always thought was a crazy price anyway, since they ask you to send them like 8 different measurements or your torso...). I'm lucky they have my size.

[Corkey]

Originally Posted by DapperButch

I was just ordering a new binder and I saw that the additional cost to customize your binder is $21.57. That is a lot more than the $6.00 it was last time I checked! (which I always thought was a crazy price anyway, since they ask you to send them like 8 different measurements or your torso...)

I'm the size of a linebacker, they just don't fit. I do love to breathe.

[kannon]

Originally Posted by DapperButch

I was just ordering a new binder and I saw that the additional cost to customize your binder is $21.57. That is a lot more than the $6.00 it was last time I checked! (which I always thought was a crazy price anyway, since they ask you to send them like 8 different measurements or your torso...). I'm lucky they have my size.

I ordered 2 more binders from t-kingdom.com on May 22 and haven't received them yet. I sent them an email last Sunday the 13th and got no response. I sent them a 2nd email on Friday 17th and haven't received a response. I'm going to send them one final email today.

Has anyone else had problems with them?

$160 lost in the republic of castro.