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Contributor: Modern^Spank^Anthem Modern^Spank^Anthem
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Originally posted by alliegator
"Organic" gives me the funniest mental image of a field with neon colored dildos growing. Like those self pick orchards, you could go and choose your own dildo. *snicker*
lol
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
(Tantus)
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
Good question, beat me to it.
So you want the story Airen and Dwtim about silicone toys and silicone lube. It happened before Tantus' time (we began in 1998) so I'm going to tell it without names but let you know I heard it from the silicone company in question- Before Tantus, a small silicone company was making silicone out of Tin Cure Silicone. We make it out of Platinum Silicone, and I think we were the first to do so. So a customer used a well known silicone lubricant on a silicone toy and something happened, usually it gets gummy because the two dimethicones are bonding, I'm not sure exactly what happened but someone got scared and took it to the hospital (it was happening in her body so she had every right to take it to the hospital. Liability insurance paid out on it and viola... a new marketing message came to fruition- NO SILICONE TOYS WITH SILICONE LUBE.
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
Quote:
Originally posted by alliegator
"Organic" gives me the funniest mental image of a field with neon colored dildos growing. Like those self pick orchards, you could go and choose your own dildo. *snicker*
Lol! That would be awesome, I would never leave that field!
04/20/2011
Contributor: Tantus Michelle Tantus Michelle
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Originally posted by Dan Osterhout
Sorry missed for the feeldoe in the first post ... and could not edit it ... What is Tantus 'official' thoughts on a 'harness' for the person that like to get a little more trusty than the average person and wants the support.
There are several great harness manufactures. If you are looking for something sturdy and durable, Mr S Leather in San Fran can custom fit one for you. We also love Aslyn Leather and Spareparts. Its really a personal preference on material and cost.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Jenna@Tantus Jenna@Tantus
(Tantus)
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Originally posted by sexyintexas
I would love to see the B-bomb in other colors. Are they available or will they be?
I will keep you posted - I love the shape of the B Bomb, so now that I know how to update the announcements (ahem) I'll be sure to let y'all know.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Airen Wolf Airen Wolf
(EF Review Program Mentor)
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Originally posted by Tantus Michelle
The grade of silicone that Tantus uses is stable, so feel free to throw them all in one toy box.
That's good to know! It should be trickling into our reviews as well.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Kayla Kayla
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Originally posted by Jenna@Tantus
Silicone comes from silica - which is essentially refined sand. So it's a very "green" option for sex toys.
That's neat! I never knew that. Learning so much in this meeting!
04/20/2011
Contributor: Noira Noira
I gotta say, I'm really sad to hear the copper has been discontinued, especially since I never got a chance to get any and I have a bit of a metallics fetish. I liked it because the copper, and the neons all pushed the envelope of what's considered traditional for any adult accessories. I hope you guys eventually make more metallics... and hope that maybe I can snag one or two on closeout.

You guys mention having art backgrounds. It's very important with art to always keep pushing the line. Right now, when I think about Tantus the first thing that comes to mind is "NEON TOYS", which is a good thing, I think, from an advertising perspective, and I really hope you keep the funky colors! I think everyone has a very specific mental image when they first start to think about sex toys.

Do you plan to keep challenging the standards of adult toy design with more than just color, or do you prefer the traditional approach to shape, size, and accessories? Which wins out: "Play it safe" or "challenge conventions in any way"?
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexualscientists sexualscientists
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Originally posted by CafeSabroso
I was curious whether Tantus has considered expanding its options for bullet vibes. The one-speed is ok, but it would be nice to have the option of upgrading to something more powerful/something with more variety. The RO-80 will fit in the hole but ... more
Also, if Tantus is trying for "going green" something that could take a rechargeable battery or be plugged in would be greener than the single use batteries.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
(Tantus)
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Originally posted by kawigrl
how long does it take before conceptualization to production for a toy?
Sometimes YEARS. Really it all depends on the design.
04/20/2011
Contributor: SoSexxxay SoSexxxay
Quote:
Originally posted by alliegator
"Organic" gives me the funniest mental image of a field with neon colored dildos growing. Like those self pick orchards, you could go and choose your own dildo. *snicker*
Finally, something worth bending down in the hot sun and getting stuck with briars! Haha. That is my kinda orchard!
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
(Tantus)
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Originally posted by alliegator
Just curious, is the new hardness for firmer or softer toys?
Right in the middle.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Mr. E Mr. E
Can you ladies provide any hints as far as new products that are in the works?

I would love to see more reasonably priced plugs.
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
Quote:
Originally posted by Jenna@Tantus
I will keep you posted - I love the shape of the B Bomb, so now that I know how to update the announcements (ahem) I'll be sure to let y'all know.
That would be great. Tantus has so many great products and unlike some other companies the reviews seem incredible on almost everything I see.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Jenna@Tantus Jenna@Tantus
(Tantus)
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Originally posted by Modern^Spank^Anthem
thanks! i didn't know that. so i guess it can be organic. makes me fee a little better
Organic and vegan, which is also kinda cool. The best part about our warehouse is that there is ZERO smell - I'm asthmatic, so I'm kinda sensitive that way.

(Often it smells like cookies around here, though, since our building is next to a cereal factory. Fun factoid.)
04/20/2011
Contributor: FawnSinister FawnSinister
I was also wondering if you could recommend a soft, silicone vibrator that Phthalates free and Hypo-allergenic for my first Tantus product?
04/20/2011
Contributor: Airen Wolf Airen Wolf
(EF Review Program Mentor)
Quote:
Originally posted by alliegator
"Organic" gives me the funniest mental image of a field with neon colored dildos growing. Like those self pick orchards, you could go and choose your own dildo. *snicker*
LOL I want one of those...organically grown toys
04/20/2011
Contributor: Dan Osterhout Dan Osterhout
Quote:
Originally posted by Tantus Michelle
There are several great harness manufactures. If you are looking for something sturdy and durable, Mr S Leather in San Fran can custom fit one for you. We also love Aslyn Leather and Spareparts. Its really a personal preference on material and ... more
I usually suggest the spareparts, but was looking for other idea to suggest thank you
04/20/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by Mr. E
Can you ladies provide any hints as far as new products that are in the works?



I would love to see more reasonably priced plugs.
I'm also a little curious if you can reveal anything
04/20/2011
Contributor: P'Gell P'Gell
May I ask two questions? What toy do you feel is your best success and was there a toy that just didn't do it for people?
04/20/2011
Contributor: CafeSabroso CafeSabroso
I was also curious about the chemistry of the silicone materials Tantus uses Is the material basically just PDMS (polydimethyl siloxane). Also, does "platinum" refer to a catalyst used in the polymerization, or is it just a trade term?
04/20/2011
Contributor: Mr. E Mr. E
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Originally posted by Kayla
Hmm. Maybe I'll try storing them next to each other. It makes me so sad when they see in little plastic bags all day.
We store all of our Tantus toys in two drawers of our toy chest and we've never had any problems.
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
Quote:
Originally posted by Jenna@Tantus
Organic and vegan, which is also kinda cool. The best part about our warehouse is that there is ZERO smell - I'm asthmatic, so I'm kinda sensitive that way.



(Often it smells like cookies around here, though, since our building ... more
I have noticed that your products dont have a lot of the smells that other manufacturers products have which is definately a plus. I hate opening something and being overwhelmed with an unpleasant smell.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
(Tantus)
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Originally posted by Mr. E
Yes, ..and what prompted the move from California?
A lot of it was the fact that most of our employees couldn't afford to really have a decent quality life in San Diego. In Reno an apartment is 1/2 the cost of a San Diego apartment. If we can't give our employees (each and every one of them) a better quality of life what are we doing being in business.
04/20/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
Quote:
Originally posted by Metis Black
So you want the story Airen and Dwtim about silicone toys and silicone lube. It happened before Tantus' time (we began in 1998) so I'm going to tell it without names but let you know I heard it from the silicone company in question- Before ... more
WOW, very interesting. I had a feeling it may have had something to do with cheaper silicone. Good thing all my silicone is high quality, like yours.
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
Quote:
Originally posted by Metis Black
A lot of it was the fact that most of our employees couldn't afford to really have a decent quality life in San Diego. In Reno an apartment is 1/2 the cost of a San Diego apartment. If we can't give our employees (each and every one of them) ... more
Nice!
04/20/2011
Contributor: SoSexxxay SoSexxxay
Quote:
Originally posted by Jenna@Tantus
Organic and vegan, which is also kinda cool. The best part about our warehouse is that there is ZERO smell - I'm asthmatic, so I'm kinda sensitive that way.



(Often it smells like cookies around here, though, since our building ... more
Your job just keeps getting more and more attractive!
One of the reasons I like EF so much is so I don't have to go into scent-loaded shops; I'm asthmatic, too
04/20/2011
Contributor: P'Gell P'Gell
Quote:
Originally posted by Metis Black
A lot of it was the fact that most of our employees couldn't afford to really have a decent quality life in San Diego. In Reno an apartment is 1/2 the cost of a San Diego apartment. If we can't give our employees (each and every one of them) ... more
I think its fantastic that Tantus is truly made in the USA. We need more manufacturing......and more sex toys.....
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
Quote:
Originally posted by P'Gell
I think its fantastic that Tantus is truly made in the USA. We need more manufacturing......and more sex toys.....
Amen! ;D
04/20/2011
Contributor: alliegator alliegator
Quote:
Originally posted by Metis Black
A lot of it was the fact that most of our employees couldn't afford to really have a decent quality life in San Diego. In Reno an apartment is 1/2 the cost of a San Diego apartment. If we can't give our employees (each and every one of them) ... more
As someone who used to live in SD I understand that. It makes me happy when I hear that companies I like take good care of their employees.
04/20/2011