The Translucence smooth double dong is a perfectly standard (though very thick) example of a double ended dildo. At 18 inches it's as tall as a Sequioa tree and only half as hard.

The length gives plenty to hold on to when using it with a partner or when doing some extra deep plunging. The girth may surprise owners of other double dildos as it is the thickest double I have ever seen. For the user seeking a thicker toy, this really hits the spot. The material has some give and offers a soft, full feeling.

This toy may be a bit much for a beginner but an experienced user should find it very satisfying. Since it is so visually impressive, this also makes for a swell gag gift.

This dong is from the California Exotics jelly series of dildos. The jelly material is soft and flexible but is still firm enough to support an item of this length. The jelly is manufactured in such a way that the dildo will flex side to side but does not compress along its length. What you get is a dildo that can be bent double but can still stand straight up on its end.

Some customers have reported a strong "new tire" smell, or in later models a strong "fruity air freshener" smell. I detected a slight strawberry odor but it faded after a week or so.

The design is simple as far as dildos go. The main shaft is smooth and untextured while the heads taper down to a rounded point with a single ridge on each end. Again, this is a very large toy and is not suitable for covert actions. The length can make it ungainly in certain situations but on the whole it is a well designed, effective toy. There is a more realistic version with a veined shaft that owners tell me greatly increases the sensation during insertion. I recommend sticking to the smooth shaft variety when doing anal play though, the extra veins and ridges can make things uncomfortable.

What do you say about a dildo as long as a diamondback rattler?

This dong is excellent for folks seeking a large toy, a deep toy, or both. The ridges under the head give it a bit of texture for sensation while the smooth shaft makes thrusting a breeze. The smooth surface makes gripping the dildo difficult when fully lubed though, and you may find yourself hanging on to the ridges rather than the shaft.

The dildo's resistance to compression also assists in thrusting. The ability to flex and bend so freely while still delivering force in the direction you want makes it a reliable and user friendly toy.

This toy can be cleaned with soap, a toy cleaner, or antibacterial wipes. The length makes using a condom difficult so be prepared to clean it after each session. Despite the length, the dong fits nicely into storage boxes of many shapes and sizes due to its extreme flexibility. The jelly material is compatible with most lubes.

The packaging is what makes this toy particularly good as a gag gift. As if the thing wasn't big enough already, the packaging has it stood up on end in a wide, flat plastic case. If you order online, most companies will have no choice but to ship it in the tall, narrow, triangular packages used by airports to pack fishing rods. If one arrives at your home, be prepared to say you ordered a baseball bat.

If partner or vaginal play is what you're going for, this dong does the trick just fine. If deep anal is your goal, think carefully about using such a thick toy so deep. There are a few other items on the market with a narrower profile you may find more accommodating.