happythoughts 0 #1 January 5, 2005 clicky QuoteWASHINGTON - The consumers group best known for rating cars and washing machines has turned its testing prowess to condoms to find out which ones measure up best and how other birth control methods compare. This is the scary part: QuoteA melon-colored model distributed by Planned Parenthood performed the worst, bursting during a test in which the latex condoms were filled with air. PP distributes condoms that break. I'll bet that keeps them in business. "Hi, I'm here to help with the condom testing..." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #2 January 5, 2005 QuotePP distributes condoms that break. I'll bet that keeps them in business. Gee, maybe because they have to spend their money on things like scanning for bombs and protecting patients from protestors. Last time I used a condom, I didn't fill it with air until it was 3 feet wide and a foot long. Didn't need to....got that big when I put it on Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #3 January 5, 2005 QuoteDidn't need to....got that big when I put it on Read the pamphlet more carefully. It goes on the LITTLE head! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #4 January 5, 2005 I prefer the sheep skin condoms. But for a completely different reason than you do. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #5 January 5, 2005 Quote I prefer the sheep skin condoms. But for a completely different reason than you do. You like condoms that don't work? What's the point? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #6 January 5, 2005 Quote3 feet wide and a foot long That's one ODD-SHAPED dick you got there, PK. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #7 January 5, 2005 QuoteGee, maybe because they have to spend their money on things like scanning for bombs and protecting patients from protestors. There are two primary considerations. 1. They distribute the condoms freely and in bulk. Condoms purchased in bulk cannot be so expensive that a cost difference would matter. Do you really think they considered the cost in selecting a defective product? 2. Their primary goal is "planned parenthood". If they weren't planning on helping, why would they open their doors? Condoms have an effectiveness rate of 85-95%. I am sure that they would be horrified at the thought of reducing that rate. Maybe the study will cause them to purchase a better product. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #8 January 5, 2005 QuoteIf they weren't planning on helping, why would they open their doors? Government grants? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #9 January 5, 2005 QuoteQuote3 feet wide and a foot long That's one ODD-SHAPED dick you got there, PK. Yeah...but I can tie it into shapes, like dachsunds, and giraffes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #10 January 5, 2005 Actually it sounds like 3 Freschetta pizzas laid side-by-side. Wait, how thick is it? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #11 January 5, 2005 QuoteCondoms purchased in bulk cannot be so expensive that a cost difference would matter What's the cost difference between a million items at one cent each or two cents each? QuoteDo you really think they considered the cost in selecting a defective product? Who said it was defective? That implies it doesn't work as designed. Maybe these weren't designed to be filled with a 3 cubic feet of air. QuoteMaybe the study will cause them to purchase a better product. Maybe it will. Maybe someone will then to a study to say that distributing half as many condoms that are 2% more effective results in more pregnancies. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #12 January 5, 2005 QuoteWait, how thick is it? That's for me to know.....and you to find out Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kelel01 1 #13 January 5, 2005 Sorry for the hijack . . . you guys go back to your intellectual debate (which is extremely rare here in The Bonfire, but ok). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #14 January 5, 2005 QuoteWhat's the cost difference between a million items at one cent each or two cents each? After raising a child, I can tell you that the extra $10 in condoms will certainly pale when compared to the cost of children (or any alternatives). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gjhdiver 0 #15 January 5, 2005 QuoteI prefer the sheep skin condoms. But for a completely different reason than you do. JP uses them too. Oh hang on, no, it's just actually a sheep. My mistake. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #16 January 5, 2005 Quote I can tell you that the extra $10 in condoms Ok, I'll give you a ten dollars. You give me a million pennies. Deal, or do you want to check your math? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #17 January 6, 2005 QuoteQuote I can tell you that the extra $10 in condoms Ok, I'll give you a ten dollars. You give me a million pennies. Deal, or do you want to check your math? QuoteAfter raising a child, I can tell you that the extra $10 in condoms will certainly pale when compared to the cost of children (or any alternatives). At a penny-extra apiece, the extra $10 would buy someone a lot of condoms (1,000) versus the cost of raising a child (estimated at $170k for 18 years) or an alternative ($500 for an abortion). Most people would be ok with kicking in $10 given those alternatives. I can't believe we are arguing about the good sense of buying condoms that work. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ladyskydiver 0 #18 January 6, 2005 Here's the info from Consumer Reports.Life is short! Break the rules! Forgive quickly! Kiss slowly! Love truly, Laugh uncontrollably. And never regret anything that made you smile. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ltdiver 3 #19 January 6, 2005 QuoteQuoteQuote3 feet wide and a foot long That's one ODD-SHAPED dick you got there, PK. Yeah...but I can tie it into shapes, like dachsunds, and giraffes. Don't get near Muscat during a boogie! ltdiver Don't tell me the sky's the limit when there are footprints on the moon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
