Doc Johnson Gapers Latex Inflatable Butt Plug

Date: (15 March 2012)

The Gapers comes packaged in a clear plastic box with some information tastefully printed on the outside. You can clearly see what's within, though it looks rather like a strange juicer with the end of a blood-pressure monitor attached to it. The only thing I really took from the packaging was that the toy was made in China, and out of latex. The first fact surprised me somewhat, as usually Doc Johnson products have "proudly made in the U.S.A." or some variant, plastered all over the packaging. The second fact barely registered, as I've never had any problems with latex before, but it's worth noting for people who do.

I was eager to try the product out, so after giving it the cursory new toy wash, I liberally applied some of my favourite water-based lubricant and slipped it inside. As the Gapers has a rigid central core, and is only 1.4" thick when deflated, it went in without a problem. Immediately I noticed an unusual warm sensation inside all around the toy, which gave me the urge to push it back out. To be on the safe side I removed it and covered it with a condom before continuing, which seemed to solve the problem. I'm not entirely sure what to make of it, but I'd advise the condom approach to anyone worried that they might be sensitive to certain materials.

With the plug back inside it actually rests quite comfortably, no differently to any other plug. The one downside I found immediately is that the air hose comes directly out of the base of the plug, meaning you can't use the plug in a seated position.

The plug inflates very easily with the use of the hand pump. You can adjust how much it inflates by how hard you squeeze, so a series of gentle pumps will lead to a gradual size increase, whereas a couple of firm pumps will have you feeling full quite rapidly. If you over-inflate the plug, then there's a quick release valve on the pump, which rapidly expels the air and returns you to comfort. As you inflate the plug it takes on an ovoid shape with the widest point around the middle, which I found caused a fuller feeling at a smaller size, than with a traditional conical shaped butt plug, where the widest point sits just inside the sphincter.

Inflating the plug is a very unique experience, much different to inserting an object of a predetermined size. You get a real sense of the pressure building against the prostate with every pump, and as you have complete control you can pump it just beyond your limit, then release the air, and repeat this to experience the sensation. It's also quite different having something in there that isn't solid. I found my body was less content than with a traditional butt plug. With a traditional butt plug you can really feel weight and firmness of it, and squeeze against it with your muscles to hold it in place. With the Gapers you have a big squishy air-filled void inside you, which merely compresses in response to any pressure from the body. I found I had to work a little bit harder to persuade my body to allow it to stay there, and not try to relax and force it out.

It's possible to remove the plug from the body while still inflated, depending on how big you've made it. At smaller sizes it is squishier, and therefore less useful for trying to stretch the muscles when removing it. At larger sizes it becomes more turgid, and thus less likely to change shape when you push it out, forcing the muscles to expand instead. The plug can reach over 4" in diameter when inflated, and became reminiscent of the girl from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, who swelled up like a purple berry. One of the benefits of the toy is though, that you can enjoy that very full feeling inside, without having to go to the trouble of training your muscles to allow you to push something large through them.

So far when using it I haven't gone much over 2" in diameter, but I'm enjoying testing my limits, and having that full feeling deeper than my other plugs offer.

When cleaning the toy it's best to inflate it slightly first, to make sure nothing gets caught in the ridges. It can be cleaned with soap and warm water, and by spraying with toy cleaner afterwards if desired.

Aside from the questionable material, over all I'm very pleased with this toy, and am having a lot of fun experimenting with it. I'd definitely recommend it to anyone looking for controlled anal play.

Date: (18 December 2011)

This product was probably one of the most worthwhile I have bought.

It has a small ridged valve for release of air located near the pump, which makes it easy to deflate when necessary. It is quite a good size deflated so enter with ease! It is also very firm and the blunt pointed end makes insertion easy. It inflates really big and feels incredible when pumped up

Overall a good quality product and is worth adding to your collection. I also loved the purple colour of this toy!

Buy it!

Date: (06 March 2011)

I was delighted to receive this. It arrived promptly and as soon as I saw it was from the Doc Johnson range I knew it would be a winner. I have several of their toys and they are always good value.

The Gaper is made of purple latex, deflated it is no bigger than an ordinary butt plug and slid in easily, with just a little lube. It felt comfy and stayed in place.

Once in place I began to inflate it. WOW! You can certainly feel it filling you up!

When you've had enough it is easily deflated by the quick release valve.

It is also fully waterproof so cleaning it is easy.

Fully inflated it looks to be the size of a smallish melon, I didn't dare go that far! Even so it gave a great feeling and I'm sure it will become one of my favourite toys!

It's probably not suited to absolute beginners but for anyone who has some experience it is a must have.