Foo - Is a condom still good after it goes through the wash?

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Jerseysbest
02-01-07, 07:56 PM
Well is it? It was cold water.


Taerom
02-01-07, 07:58 PM
They're cheap, just get another one. I wouldn't want to take any risks...

bikingshearer
02-01-07, 07:59 PM
As a water balloon? Perhaps. For its intended purpose? No. I mean, they aren't that expensive. Why take the risk?


CrosseyedCrickt
02-01-07, 08:02 PM
so long as you used fabric softener
slap that puppy on and grab, grab the lube, and go to work!!
but I hope you have a spare 18 years ahead of you afterwards

Blackberry
02-01-07, 08:03 PM
Try it and let us know what happens. Good luck!

goldener
02-01-07, 08:07 PM
i used to rinse them out in the dishwasher after i used them so i could reuse them..seriously. they're fine and it's a great way to save money and reduce waste.

Taerom
02-01-07, 08:09 PM
i used to rinse them out in the dishwasher after i used them so i could reuse them..seriously. they're fine and it's a great way to save money and reduce waste.

oh god, I hope you didn't have dishes in there when you did that! :eek: :p

russiankdi
02-01-07, 08:09 PM
Try it and let us know what happens. Good luck!
+1

russiankdi
02-01-07, 08:10 PM
i used to rinse them out in the dishwasher after i used them so i could reuse them..seriously. they're fine and it's a great way to save money and reduce waste.
Not eating at your house.

Pheard
02-01-07, 08:11 PM
i used to rinse them out in the dishwasher after i used them so i could reuse them..seriously. they're fine and it's a great way to save money and reduce waste.
I can just see you storing a bunch of recycled condoms in a ziploc baggy and pulling that baggy out of your pocket before sealing the deal. That's nasty.

goldener
02-01-07, 08:12 PM
oh god, I hope you didn't have dishes in there when you did that! :eek: :p
the hot water and soap takes care of all them little buggers..no problems!

bikingshearer
02-01-07, 08:12 PM
i used to rinse them out in the dishwasher after i used them so i could reuse them..seriously. they're fine and it's a great way to save money and reduce waste.
You're either (a) joshing us and I fell for it hook, line and sinker or (b) you have an extremely unhappy doctor visit in your future. Unless you like penicillin shots and AZT cocktails, that is.

Taerom
02-01-07, 08:12 PM
Try it and let us know what happens. Good luck!

Include pictures.

VegaVixen
02-01-07, 08:19 PM
Call the 800-number on the package. Uh, I assume it was in a package? :eek:

Blackberry
02-01-07, 08:26 PM
I can just see you storing a bunch of recycled condoms in a ziploc baggy and pulling that baggy out of your pocket before sealing the deal. That's nasty.

And when Pheard says somethings nasty, trust it.

slvoid
02-01-07, 08:35 PM
If you turn the condom inside out, you can use it a 2nd time.

goldener
02-01-07, 08:39 PM
If you turn the condom inside out, you can use it a 2nd time.
+1

coupled with rinsing it out, you can get many uses out of a few

Blackberry
02-01-07, 08:45 PM
Jerseybest, much as I love Jersey and Rutgers, if I were I woman and I saw your MO, I would run screaming in the other direction. But, hey, that's just me.

PATH
02-01-07, 08:46 PM
Well you could fill it with water to see if it leaks. Then you have the problem that you have then washd the lubricant off. If the lubricant is washed off then it sort of really is not good to use because it....well you get the picture. So I suggest the following........

Walk up to the counter and ask for a condom(s). Say it in a loud firm voice and if you are in fine fettle say you want something that not only protects but enhances pleasure. Then ask the person behind the counter. preferably the pharmacist, to explain the benefits and good points of the myriad brands!

This is especially fun if their are prudish people about. Toss that washed up old thing and go forth and get a new one and have fun doing it!

junkyard
02-01-07, 08:53 PM
By my calculations, a new condom is cheaper than supporting a child for 18 years. Buy a new one. Or for that matter, go down to the local college and get one for free.

TexasGuy
02-01-07, 08:53 PM
By my calculations, a new condom is cheaper than supporting a child for 18 years. Buy a new one. Or for that matter, go down to the local college and get one for free.
lol. Nah your future is worthless :p

Jerseysbest
02-01-07, 09:13 PM
Jerseybest, much as I love Jersey and Rutgers, if I were I woman and I saw your MO, I would run screaming in the other direction. But, hey, that's just me.

Haha! I haven't exactly been goin to bed lonely the past few months... grade A top choice meat baby!

goldener
02-01-07, 09:13 PM
Jerseybest, much as I love Jersey and Rutgers, if I were I woman and I saw your MO, I would run screaming in the other direction. But, hey, that's just me.
what is MO?

Blackberry
02-01-07, 09:13 PM
Haha! I haven't exactly been goin to bed lonely the past few months... grade A top choice meat baby!

So get off the message board, and score.

jsharr
02-01-07, 09:14 PM
Taste is the best way to measure this. Chew on it for a few minutes. If it tastes salty throw it away.

Jerseysbest
02-01-07, 09:16 PM
Thanks for all the responses. I used it but as far as I can tell, it worked!

Phew!

Blackberry
02-01-07, 09:16 PM
what is MO?

Your "Way of operating" Modus Opporandi (or however you spell it).

PATH
02-01-07, 09:16 PM
Rutgers - "On the Banks of the Old Raritan"

I. My father sent me to old Rutgers,
And resolv'd that I should be a man;
And so I settled down, in that noisy college town,
On the banks of the old Raritan.

(Chorus) On the banks of the old Raritan, my boys,
Where old Rutgers ever more shall stand,
For has she not stood since the time of the flood,
On the banks of the old Raritan.

II. Her ardent spirit stirred and cheered me From the day my college years began;
Gracious Alma Mater mine;
Learning's fair and honored shrine;
On the banks of the old Raritan.

(Chorus)

III. I love her flaming far-flung banner
I love her triumphs proud to scan,
And I glory in her fame That's immortalized her name.
On the banks of the old Raritan.

(Chorus)

IV. My heart clings closer than the ivy
As life runs out its fleeting span,
To the stately, ancient walls Of her hallowed, classic halls
On the banks of the old Raritan.

(Chorus)

V. Then sing aloud to Alma Mater,
And keep the scarlet in the van; For with her motto high,
Rutgers' name shall never die,
On the banks of the old Raritan.

(Chorus)

Jerseysbest
02-01-07, 09:18 PM
So get off the message board, and score.

I'm not a machine!

Siu Blue Wind
02-01-07, 09:26 PM
Taste is the best way to measure this. Chew on it for a few minutes. If it tastes salty throw it away.

ACCCCCCCCCCCCCCKKKKKKKKKKKKKK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :eek:

MediaCreations
02-01-07, 09:53 PM
Thanks for all the responses. I used it but as far as I can tell, it worked!

Phew!

Will you invite us all to the baby shower?

VegaVixen
02-01-07, 10:53 PM
Will you invite us all to the baby shower?
Heyyyy, if you really got lucky, maybe you'll have twins, JB. Two for the price of two!

PhilThee
02-02-07, 06:14 AM
i used to rinse them out in the dishwasher after i used them so i could reuse them..seriously. they're fine and it's a great way to save money and reduce waste.

You can't do that.To sanitize your dishes you have to use HOT HOT water. That hot water is harmful to the condoms material and would cause weak spots.The little swimmers aren't dangerous to a person.Just wipe off the excess and let the rest die on their own.Then plac it in a ziploc bag for sanitary reasons.

Just remember to roll it back up into a ball when you take it out of the Ziploc bag.Then open it back up.That way you will nock most of the crust off.

PhilThee
02-02-07, 06:18 AM
ACCCCCCCCCCCCCCKKKKKKKKKKKKKK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :eek:

Come on now Siu.You know they say, It's true love when ya

eubi
02-02-07, 07:44 AM
No, never washed a condom.

Dishwasher is full of bike parts.

Seems like every time I bought a box of condoms, it was from an elderly lady at the drug store that I was SURE was in my grandmother's quilting circle. (This was back in the day when condoms were kept BEHIND the counter at the drug store, not up front with the Tic-Tacs.)

:D

Stacey
02-02-07, 08:11 AM
Hey MISTER, this gum tastes funny!

SingingSabre
02-02-07, 08:25 AM
I like how we can talk about washing condoms, but not farting with pride.

I wonder what kindergartener's would think!

snowy
02-02-07, 08:28 AM
They would think that we are a bunch of SILLY adults :)

Stacey
02-02-07, 08:31 AM
I like how we can talk about washing condoms, but not farting with pride.

I wonder what kindergartener's would think!
Whachootalkinboutwillis, every time I fart, I do it with pride!

ajay677
02-02-07, 08:33 AM
what is MO?

Larry's brother.

HDWound
02-02-07, 08:40 AM
If condoms are so expensive you can't afford another one, you shouldn't be having sex in the first place.

SingingSabre
02-02-07, 09:13 AM
If condoms are so expensive you can't afford another one, you shouldn't be having sex in the first place.

So you're saying you should be having sex in the second place?

Good idea!

Taerom
02-02-07, 09:17 AM
:roflmao:

SpongeDad
02-02-07, 09:18 AM
Ask your dad.

cycle17
02-02-07, 09:46 AM
Dude if you gotta ask.....you're asking for trouble! :eek: You used it anyway....When is the baby due?:p :eek:

jsharr
02-02-07, 09:48 AM
Whachootalkinboutwillis, every time I fart, I do it with pride!
Me too, and to make sure I am safe, I wear a condom while doing so!!!!

KingTermite
02-02-07, 09:49 AM
For anybody else, I'd say chuck it....but since it's YOU.....I say go ahead and use it.

I say that only because I know you'll never get the opportunity to use it for "real" anyway. :p

TheKillerPenguin
02-02-07, 09:52 AM
You can't do that.To sanitize your dishes you have to use HOT HOT water. That hot water is harmful to the condoms material and would cause weak spots.The little swimmers aren't dangerous to a person.Just wipe off the excess and let the rest die on their own.Then plac it in a ziploc bag for sanitary reasons.

Just remember to roll it back up into a ball when you take it out of the Ziploc bag.Then open it back up.That way you will nock most of the crust off.
:eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek::eek:

jsharr
02-02-07, 09:55 AM
You can't do that.To sanitize your dishes you have to use HOT HOT water. That hot water is harmful to the condoms material and would cause weak spots.The little swimmers aren't dangerous to a person.Just wipe off the excess and let the rest die on their own.Then plac it in a ziploc bag for sanitary reasons.

Just remember to roll it back up into a ball when you take it out of the Ziploc bag.Then open it back up.That way you will nock most of the crust off.
That hot water will burn your privates too!!! Plus, even with both racks out, I don't really fit the washer all that well.

edp773
02-02-07, 09:56 AM
What is a condom?