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4 Sex Toy Shows: ANME, XBIZ, SHE and AVN

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For those of us in the adult toy industry, January kicks off the year as the crazy month, at least for those of us behind the counter. I’m dizzy with the FOUR shows within two weeks starting on Monday, that let me learn, share, buy, grow and my favorite, schmooze. ANME, XBIZ, SHE and AEE/AVN. Hold on to your seats and join me for this whirlwind schedule.
ANME, the Adult Novelty Manufacturers Expo, is the beginning of the series of shows on January 12 and 13. While January is considered the slower show of the two shows, the other being held in July), everyone always poses the question: “What’s new?” Ah yes, what’s new. I am sure I’ll be seeing plenty of new styles of pink rabbits, more BDSM related products because of the impending release of the hotly anticipated movie “Fifty Shades of Grey.” The printed version caused a frenzy in our industry two years ago and many of us are hoping that when people actually SEE the dominant and submissive action between the two characters, that they’re gonna run right out and buy lots and lots of equipment from us. Sportsheets is anticipating a newly minted audience rushing out to discreetly buy kits and have prepped themselves with their cleverly titled Sexperiments line, which is so new, we don’t even have them yet on the GrandOpening.com website! But check it soon! I’m sure there will be plenty more at the show and I can’t wait to see everything.
Right after ANME is the XBIZ360 show from January 13-16. It’s a really good, trade only networking and learning event that’s really good. It’s not so much booth oriented but allows plenty of time for schmoozing (my favorite!) and the learning is excellent. Even I learn a lot when I’m there (especially when I poke my head into the adult film and web masters parts of it).  It offers all the cousins in the smut family: adult film industry, the adult toy industry, the adult web industry, or in any aspect of the adult pleasure industry so it’s always fun to get together during this perverted kind of family gathering. My favorite!  XBIZ Industry Executive Awards with YOURS TRULY being nominated as Community Executive of the Year! Can’t wait for that and wish me luck! I’ve been in the biz for 22 years now and in LOTS of communities in this wacky industry I love so much. Stay tuned! I’ll let you know when I win!
And the XBIZ Awards on January 15 are gonna be so hot, it’s gonna scorch the Nokia Theatre in downtown LA! It’s gonna be great. My favorite new gizmo, Bubble Love, is nominated in a few categories so I’ll keep my fingers crossed we win!
The XBIZ 360 event runs into the SHE show which is the Sexual Health Expo, put on by XBIZ at the Sofitel Hotel in Beverly Hills on the weekend of January 17-18. It IS a consumer show and I’m sure there will be many hungry and savvy sex curious attendees wanting to attend every workshop offered. And yes, there are awards to be given out over the weekend for the top female sexual health products on the market today. Another award show, another dress, no problem!
Then it’s home for two days to catch my breath and do laundry and other shit around the house (do I buy groceries?!?) before I drive out to Vegas for the granddaddy of ’em all, the AVN show, aka the big ass porno convention that has been in existence for over 30 years. I’ve been going to it since about 1997 and it’s hard to believe it’s been that long. It’s pretty whack and it’s at the Hard Rock from January 21-24. It’s a crazy time keeping up with all the action there which covers the gamut but in a very different way from all the other shows, mixed with industry folks and a shitload of fans, which I love and drive me crazy at the same time.
And yes, there’s not one but TWO award shows during the event: the O Awards for the adult novelty products and the AVN Awards for all of the other parts of the industry (including – ADULT NOVELTIES!!). That’s two more dresses I need to get!
On Sunday, January 25, I am happy to announce that I’ll be recovering, from what, I don’t know. I’ll be driving back and will leave early enough to avid the stampede down the 15 back home to LA. Two weeks of shows that are back to back and front to front will keep me at a crazy pace and force me to drink far too many 5 Hour Energy Shots (my favorite ones being orange and grape).  I’ll have a lot to write about so as they say in Hollywood (or at least they USED to), “Stay tuned!”
Okay, I’m going to start a tradition which is one of my favorites. As you may know, I have been blogging on XBIZ for years (here’s the link) and I always write a Joke Of The Blog at the end of it, so why not here?
So here’s the first one… there will be a lot more…
Speaking of Vegas, one night a couple had angry sex. You know, the kind you get through because you want to spite your partner, and you get through it but when you’re finished, you know you’re done. After the woman had sex with her husband, she angrily pulled on her clothes, started packing her suitcase and barked “That’s it. I’m done. I’m moving to Las Vegas where I can get $300 for what I just did with you.” Her husband looked up at her and said “Ya think you can survive on $900 a year?”

FOUR Sex Toy Shows this month: ANME, XBIZ, SHE and AEE!

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For those of us in the adult toy industry, January kicks off the year as the crazy month, at least for those of us behind the counter. I’m dizzy with the FOUR shows within two weeks starting on Monday, that let me learn, share, buy, grow and my favorite, schmooze. ANME, XBIZ, SHE and AEE/AVN. Hold on to your seats and join me for this whirlwind schedule.
ANME, the Adult Novelty Manufacturers Expo, is the beginning of the series of shows on January 12 and 13. While January is considered the slower show of the two shows, the other being held in July), everyone always poses the question: “What’s new?”
Ah yes, what’s new. I am sure I’ll be seeing plenty of new styles of pink rabbits, more BDSM related products because of the impending release of the hotly anticipated movie “Fifty Shades of Grey.” The printed version caused a frenzy in our industry two years ago and many of us are hoping that when people actually SEE the dominant and submissive action between the two characters, that they’re gonna run right out and buy lots and lots of equipment from us. Sportsheets is anticipating a newly minted audience rushing out to discreetly buy kits and have prepped themselves with their cleverly titled Sexperiments line, which is so new, we don’t even have them yet on the GrandOpening.com website! But check it soon!
I’m sure there will be plenty more at the show and I can’t wait to see everything.
Right after ANME is the XBIZ360 show from January 13-16. It’s a really good, trade only networking and learning event that’s really good. It’s not so much booth oriented but allows plenty of time for schmoozing (my favorite!) and the learning is excellent. Even I learn a lot when I’m there (especially when I poke my head into the adult film and web masters parts of it).  It offers all the cousins in the smut family: adult film industry, the adult toy industry, the adult web industry, or in any aspect of the adult pleasure industry so it’s always fun to get together during this perverted kind of family gathering. My favorite!  XBIZ Industry Executive Awards with YOURS TRULY being nominated as Community Executive of the Year! Can’t wait for that and wish me luck! I’ve been in the biz for 22 years now and in LOTS of communities in this wacky industry I love so much. Stay tuned! I’ll let you know when I win!
And the XBIZ Awards on January 15 are gonna be so hot, it’s gonna scorch the Nokia Theatre in downtown LA! It’s gonna be great. My favorite new gizmo, Bubble Love, is nominated in a few categories so I’ll keep my fingers crossed we win!
The XBIZ 360 event runs into the SHE show which is the Sexual Health Expo, put on by XBIZ at the Sofitel Hotel in Beverly Hills on the weekend of January 17-18. It IS a consumer show and I’m sure there will be many hungry and savvy sex curious attendees wanting to attend every workshop offered. And yes, there are awards to be given out over the weekend for the top female sexual health products on the market today. Another award show, another dress, no problem!
Then it’s home for two days to catch my breath and do laundry and other shit around the house (do I buy groceries?!?) before I drive out to Vegas for the granddaddy of ’em all, the AVN show, aka the big ass porno convention that has been in existence for over 30 years. I’ve been going to it since about 1997 and it’s hard to believe it’s been that long. It’s pretty whack and it’s at the Hard Rock from January 21-24. It’s a crazy time keeping up with all the action there which covers the gamut but in a very different way from all the other shows, mixed with industry folks and a shitload of fans, which I love and drive me crazy at the same time. And yes, there’s not one but TWO award shows during the event: the O Awards for the adult novelty products and the AVN Awards for all of the other parts of the industry (including – ADULT NOVELTIES!!). That’s two more dresses I need to get!
On Sunday, January 25, I am happy to announce that I’ll be recovering, from what, I don’t know. I’ll be driving back and will leave early enough to avid the stampede down the 15 back home to LA. Two weeks of shows that are back to back and front to front will keep me at a crazy pace and force me to drink far too many 5 Hour Energy Shots (my favorite ones being orange and grape).  I’ll have a lot to write about so as they say in Hollywood (or at least they USED to), “Stay tuned!”
Okay, I’m going to start a tradition which is one of my favorites. As you may know, I have been blogging on XBIZ for years (here’s the link) and I always write a Joke Of The Blog at the end of it, so why not here? So here’s the first one… there will be a lot more…
Speaking of Vegas, one night a couple had angry sex. You know, the kind you get through because you want to spite your partner, and you get through it but when you’re finished, you know you’re done.
After the woman had sex with her husband, she angrily pulled on her clothes, started packing her suitcase and barked “That’s it. I’m done. I’m moving to Las Vegas where I can get $300 for what I just did with you.”
Her husband looked up at her and said “Ya think you can survive on $900 a year?”

Jopen Key Comet Wand

Jopen Key Comet Wand Review

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She’s got the perfect curves. She’s got a handle on things. She’s made of comfortable, smooth glass with a beguiling silicone coated curve to reach deep within me. Glass and silicone: my favorite combination. She’s my new perfect girlfriend. Her name is the Comet Wand by Key, presented by Jopen but I’ll just call her Lovely. The box for the Jopen Key Comet Wand is unlike any other – a silky “ponytail” loop lets her hang distinctively from a silvery hook in a store, her stylish box opens horizontally, exposing a gently opening window and a foam casing that traces her lines and holds her firmly in place.
Jopen Key Comet Wand
Wait, what’s that I see? She even comes dressed with an inky, black drawstring bag so I can take her where I want her to go. She has an instruction card as if I need to be told where to put her to give me pleasure. She comes with a one year warranty in case I wear her out from too much use but she’ll last much, much longer than that. She has her own QR code on the back of her case so she can share her many secrets with you, the lucky buyer.
Available in Raspberry Pink, Robin Egg Blue, and Lavender, the Jopen Key Comet Wand features an ergonomic shape that makes it easy and comfortable to access your G Spot. It measures 5-inches long by 1.5-inches wide–just the right size–and features a stainless alloy emblem as a classy finishing touch.

What Did I Think of the Jopen Key Comet Wand?

I’ll keep this one brief. I think I love her and will take her home. Ah, the Key by Jopen Comet G Spot Wand: It’s fresh, it’s new, it’s quality. And it’s the shape of things to come.

CalExotics Triple Play Wild G

Triple Play Wild G by Cal Ex Review

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CalExotics Triple Play Wild G
The Cal Ex Triple Play Wild G is a hefty triple action vibe that will swirl and stimulate the most demanding sex toy connoisseur by providing seven rows of fixed, swirling metal beads and a multi-function, three tongued clit stimulator.
The 1 ½” wide shaft with the gently rounded head will slip in a deep 5 ¼” while the seven speed pulsation and escalation of the chunky and cleverly designed clit stimulator will works its way around more than just her clit. With extra added lube, the three tongue-like protrusions will feel like a nice round of oral sex thrown in for good, orgasmic pleasure. The “EZ-load battery pack” is exactly that, needing just a twist of the waterproof sealed base to unlock the 4 AA battery pack that slides right out. This is a welcomed hefty vibe for those multi-pleasure gals out there. Available in pink and purple.

What Did I Think of the Cal Ex Triple Play Wild G?

Lovely little toy, that’s not so little, the Triple Play Wild G from California Exotic Novelties proves that not every rabbit-style vibe needs to have the same features. The clit stimulator on this vibrator is out of this world, offering up triple the sensation. It really stands out when compared to other products of this style. Plus, the beads are located at the right spot to provide external and internal vaginal stimulation for added oomph.
All in all, this sex toy is one to remember.

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California Exotics Platinum Edition Butterfly Kiss

CalExotics Platinum Edition Butterfly Kiss Review

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California Exotics Platinum Edition Butterfly Kiss
This spectacular reboot of the best selling Butterfly Kiss vibrator features 9 rockin’ speeds and functions. Made of completely scentless TPR, the CalExotics Platinum Edition Butterfly Kiss has a shape and size that’s perfect for a first timer or for those gals who can’t get enough G Spot stimulation with a strong little twiggling butterfly flapping her wings for non-stop clitoral stimulation as well.

More Than Just a Kiss

The package says “9 Intense Functions” and I am happy to report that they ARE. The first three are slow, medium, and fast but the other 6 are new and different variations of pulsations that pause at unexpected times, resulting in a sheet-grabbing “is it gonna pulse again? AAAHH!” yelp of pleasure. The unexpected throb only adds to the orgasmic experience! Nice and compact, the CalExotics Platinum Edition Butterfly Kiss just keeps rolling on – and in.

What Did I Think of the CalExotics Platinum Edition Butterfly Kiss?

Loved it, loved it, loved it. This vibrator offers up enough variation to surprised sex toy experts, and enough tried and true function to offer a pleasurable experience for first-timers. This is an excellent vibrator for women who enjoy G-spot stimulation and intense clitoral stimulation. An excellent combination all-around that’s sure to leave you clutching the sheets, arching your back, and moaning in anticipation for the next pulse, vibration, and flick. Believe me. I know these things.
Basically, this sex toy is a definite upgrade–and the original was pretty great. That’s saying something!

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CalExotics Silicone Love Rider Review

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If you’re looking for a personalized touch in your next harness, the 10 Function Silicone Love Rider from CalExotics is an excellent choice. Not only does it provide a wide range of settings, it’s also a great starter harness. But more on that later.
calexotics silicone love riderFirst, let’s get some of the nitty gritty details out of the way. The dildo is made from silicone, so you know it’s going to feel ultra realistic. It measures in at 6 1/2” long by 1 1/2” wide and it nestles in snug into the black vinyl harness.
The great thing about this harness is that it’s quite large and can stand up to real vigorous use. It’ll fit women, petite and plus-sized, and the 1” wide straps sit nicely between your legs. This means the straps won’t get in the way if you want to slip your hand down to provide a little clitoral stimulation.
Another thing I liked is how the harness doesn’t ride up. The back panel is wide and stays in place nicely. Feel free to go buck wild. This thing isn’t moving.
The dildo features a 10 function vibrator at the end of the shaft and you can even slip the remote controller into the harness straps so it’s out of the way (but close at hand) when it’s time to get down to business. The vibe’s power is pretty strong. And a really cool feature? It remembers your last settings the next time you use it.

What Did I Think of the CalExotics 10 Function Silicone Love Rider?

Great product. This vibrating dildo and harness set is sturdy and performs well. Standout features include the settings memory for the vibe, strong and no-ride-up straps, and a nifty instruction booklet that tells you how to wear a harness.