Sex in the Shower waterproof anal beads from Sportsheets are a fun, pleasurable addition to anyone's toy collection. Though they are called "anal beads," they can also be used vaginally. Since they can be used either way, for him or for her, solo, or with a partner, these little strawberry shaped "beads" are delightfully versatile in their function. However you intend to use them though, they feel wonderful. Flexible, yet stiff enough to be inserted with ease, you get nine insertable beads with a huge retrieval ring at the end to pull them out at that delicious moment of climax. The ring is thick and well constructed, leaving you with no panic moments that perhaps the ring could snap off or get lost inside you. Just lube up, relax, insert, pull out, and enjoy!

These lovely baby blue beads are made of silicone, making them totally safe, non-porous, easy to clean, and velvety soft. The fact that these are made of silicone is exactly what attracted me to them, because I intended to used them both vaginally and anally, and wanted something safe and easy to sanitize. These fit the bill.

When I first pulled them out of their package, I couldn't help but ooh and ah over how soft they are; I knew immediately that they were going to feel amazing. The retrieval ring is harder and more plastic-like, but still smooth and feels nice to the touch. There is the slightest hint of a seam running down both sides of the beads, but it's only barely visible, and not possible to feel at all, neither during use, or when you run your finger over them.

Though these are flexible, they are not too noodley. Inserting them is a breeze, and it's also possible to "thrust" them gently in and out of you, which I highly recommend.

The design, shape, and size of these beads are perfect for beginners, and even more advanced toy users should enjoy them as well. All nine beads are tapered at the bottom, making them shaped more like strawberries than the typical round beads you find from similar toys on the market. Each bead is 1" in diameter and 3" in circumference. The entire string, including the ring, measures just under 10", making it insertable up to 9". I was actually a bit surprised when I saw other reviewers post photos that indicate that the toy is so long, and wondered if I'd be able to fit all of the beads into me. Upon use though, I had no problem when getting them all the way in, vaginally or anally. For me, they are just about the perfect size. For people who love girth though, they might not be big enough to satisfy everyone.

The retrieval ring measures 1" in length and 1/4 of an inch in diameter where it connects to the bead strand. The construction of the ring is very, very sturdy, and after reading reviews of other beads where the nightmare of the retrieval ring snapping off actually came true, I was relieved to see how thick the ring is on these beads, and I can see no way that one could possible snap the ring off. In fact, if you manage to do it, I'd be inclined to believe you have anal or vaginal muscles of steel and also got a defective item. That's the only way I could think of one being able to break the ring off.

My boyfriend had asked me when I first asked him about sex toys he'd be interested in trying, if I'd ever used those beads on a string that go "pop pop." I hadn't, and was never too interested in them, though his being intrigued got me on board. After all, so many of my sex toys are for me; if a girl owns a drawer full of vibrators to pleasure herself, surely a string of beads for her man is fair.

The more I looked into them, the more excited I got about trying them. I became curious about how they would feel when pulled out just at the moment of climax, and when I discovered these can be used vaginally or anally, I became even more excited.

Of course, I can't responsibly recommend using a toy for the back door when it's come through the front, because it's not a good idea to risk infection. However, since these beads are silicone and I'm very careful and very thorough in my toy cleaning, I want to comment on how these feel when used both ways. Never use them without sanitizing them from their last use, though, and if you want to be extra safe, it would be totally reasonable to get two sets, each with their designated use.

That said, using these vaginally or anally is heavenly. The moment of extracting the beads is only part of the sensational fun. Inserting them is also incredibly pleasurable, as is feeling them inside of you as you begin your journey to orgasm. I had the most fun using the ring to pull them in and out of me a few beads at a time while stimulating my clitoris. When I finally let myself climax, I pulled the beads out and had an intense orgasm. The added sensation is wonderful. Anally, I used a g-spot vibrator while they were inside of me, and used my fingers to stimulate my clitoris. Talk about a sensation overload; my orgasm practically made me see stars!

As will all silicone toys, avoid silicone lubricant, as it can ruin the toy. The non-porous, safe material is a breeze to clean up with a good toy cleanser or antibacterial soap and hot water. Storage isn't too difficult either, and even though it's long, it's also relatively thin.

The packaging of these anal beads is fairly straight forward--like, indiscreetly straight forward. It comes packed in a plastic case with a cardboard insert that shows a man and a woman naked in the shower, suggestive expressions on their faces, the toy in the woman's hand as they embrace. Yep, if anyone sees the package, they know what they're used for. Still, you can throw away the cardboard if you like and use the plastic where the toy is molded in as a way to store it. It's still an indiscreet toy and anyone with an imagination can probably guess what their for, discreet packaging or not.

When I showed my boyfriend that I'd gotten us the beads that go "pop pop," he was thrilled. This toy is truly amazing for couples looking to expand their horizons and add a little extra sensation in the bedroom. Even if you use this solo, believe me, you'll have a good time. I'm so glad he wanted to try them. Otherwise, I might have written them off and not given them a go. Oh boy, am I glad I did, though!

Whether it's extra vaginal or anal stimulation you are looking for, these beads are a simple and very effective addition to the bedroom that can be enjoyed during alone time or during time with your partner. They have given me nothing but pleasure and intense orgasms. I'd recommend these beads to anyone looking to add a new toy to their collection.