I’ll be frank with you: I’ve been having a hard time describing the Flip and the Fling. It’s not for lack of contact, for I get to cradle these beauties in-store day in and out; it’s not for lack of knowledge, either: I know all about these toys, how they are made, what they are made of, and why they are good too look at, good for the body, and good for the earth. My editor is probably gnashing her teeth right now (I’m sorry!), as I’m past my deadline and feeling the stress. While I have been en communiqué with the toys’ maker, I could offer this much:

With eco-consciousness on everyone’s mind, it was only a matter of time before NobEssence came into being. Each unique piece is lovingly crafted from plantation grown or FSC-certified (Forest Stewardship Council) organic hardwoods cured on site, then nestled in beautifully designed packing composed of renewable natural wood products; but green concerns are merely the beginning. Marrying the anatomical knowledge of a doula and the craftsmanship of a luthier/engineer, NobEssence founders create wholly functional objets d’art. Using exotic Cocobolo, Wapino, Mora, Wenge, Purpleheart, or Elanthai woods, each piece is sanded to a supple smoothness, then coated in a in chemical/bacteria resistant, waterproof, hypoallergenic, phthalate-free Lubrosity™ (adhering to USP Class VI Medical Device Implantation standards)—some are even dishwasher-friendly! An exceptional conductor and insulator, wood warms and retains body retails body heat as well as carrying vibration beautifully… as well as hitting all the right spots with thoughtfully designed ergonomic shapes. For the aesthete, connoisseur, environmentalist (or all three and more), NobEssence’s erotic sculptures are a conscionable way to please the body and eye.

The real problem is… well, I haven’t yet used the toys myself. I know, I know: I should be ashamed, because they are so pretty, so comfortable in the hand, and just so good for the body and planet. Now, thanks to the sex-savvy (not to mention brutally honest) Fleshbot, I definitely have no excuse not to give one a whirl. On the Fling, they report:

I must admit that when I first encountered the Fling, I was full of doubt. Would a wooden dildo actually feel good? Would I be able to sterilize it? Would it warp when I washed it? Would I get splinters in my cooch?
But within mere moments of insertion, all my doubts went away. To put it simply, this dildo feels really fucking good. Wide at the top, with a thin stem that leads into a nicely positioned handle, the Fling manages to make you feel pleasantly full while avoiding any painful “stretched out” sensations. Though insertion can a little difficult, and requires some lube, when the Fling actually makes it inside it’s well worth it.

As for the Flip (on sale this month!), read on:

So how does the Flip shape up? Quite nicely, actually. The beads start small and work their way up, allowing the user to control the intensity of the stimulation. New to butt play? Stick to the shallow waters. Anal expert? Take the plunge, and bury the Flip to the hilt!

And for tandem usage:

A note for the adventurous girls out there: It is possible, if a bit tricky, to use the Flip and its sister dildo, the Fling, for some double penetration action. You know, if you’re into that sort of thing. Don’t say I never taught you nothing.

I offer my sincerest thanks to Fleshbot for allowing me to finish my piece knowing how these toys have been used (and used with great pleasure)… not to mention tempting me to add to my already burgeoning bag of luxury tricks.

Happy Earth Day! Everywhere you look today, people will be talking about climate change and going green. From becoming a vegetarian to changing your light bulbs to riding a bike there are lots of things you can do. You can even go green in the sack! There are more and more toys out there with lower carbon footprints than the old battery guzzlers we grew up with. If you want to go green in the bedroom here are some great toys to get you started. You can also hear more about these toys tonight at 9pm eastern - I’m going to be talking about them on Cosmo Radio for Sirius Satellite Radio.

Events

If you live in New York or LA, you’re in for a treat because we’re having fantastic Earth Day events in both cities. If you live in LA, join us for a sex-positive bike tour of LA followed by making your own floggers out of bike tires! The event starts at 6:30 and it’s only $2.00 for crafting materials.

If you live in New York, head down to our Lower East Side store and hear more about the amazing toys I’m talking about from our fantastic Sex Eductors. They’ll be doing a special, free session on eco-sexy toys. Plus, there are almost always snacks. The event starts at 7:00!

Eco-Sexy Toys to Check Out:

Flip and Fling are new, amazing wooden dildos made from sustainable organic hardwood and coated with a medical grade coating to help them last longer. They make fantastic G-spot, prostate or anal toys.

Glass dildos: These aren’t your mother’s pyrex bowls. Glass dildos will never wear out and they don’t need batteries. A little bit of lube will slick these toys right up and they feel fantastic. I promise they won’t break.

Eco-Sexy Kit: Want to combine multiple eco-friendly gifts? The Eco-friendly kit has one of my favorite vibrators, the Laya along with lube, condoms and batteries. It’s the perfect little package.

Rechargeable vibrators: If you’re tired of contributing battery after battery to landfills or, if you just hate it when the batteries run out of your favorite vibe and you don’t have any more, then rechargeable vibrators are for you. I quickly fell in love with these because they are so easy to use and they’re stronger than battery vibrators.