http://www.tranzwear.net/store.php/TranZwear/pd7718540/cyclone_or_spoon_stp_w_masho
I've been on the fence about a packer and STP for quite a while, and was pretty set on the Masho, but didn't fancy toting a separate STP around... and then I saw this! So it's on order, and I'll post back here with a review once I receive it and get a chance to try it out.
Since this will be my first ever packer/STP, I wanted something small, and I really like that the Cyclone collapses - seems like it will be pretty comfortable to wear as a daily packer and also serve as an STP when needed.
-Jay
I've been curious about this because the cyclone seems uncomfortable to me from the pics but I like the MASHO, so I'm definitely looking forward to the review!
I also found this interesting:
"The Cyclone was first developed in 2005 while while the original maker was stationed in the sands of Iraq. He recognized that female soldiers were being put at great risk by having to lower their pants to pee while on convoys outside the wire. Not only did this expose them to nearby male soldiers, but it also made their gender apparent to anyone watching from a distance. It was developed as the basic receptacle and tubing design that eventually became the The Cyclone STP.
The Cyclone is made with latex free, medical grade, clear flexible tubing. The outer receptacle is a round silicone fast flow nipple/receptacle. The outside liner is a latex free protective silicone liner from the receptacle area to the shaft of the packer. This gives the STP more protection around the connection area of the tubing and receptacle as well as a cleaner looking design."
The baby bottle nipple thing didn't work great for me due to, I don't think I have enough control for it. But I didn't find the thing uncomfortable. The nipple end collapses, compared with other types of endings it's quite okay.
I've never had the MASHO but was surprised at the size (they had some on the table of an exhibit at Philly trans health). They might be 3-3.5 inches, nice that they have the rounded balls.
--Jay
Crazy coincidence, I just received my order of the Masho and Cyclone separate! I bought the Masho for a more realistic packer, and wanted to experiment/practice with the Cyclone, though I already have a very effective though not realistic enough STP.
The Masho as a pure packer is extremely comfortable, and feels pretty realistic. I'm curious how it works out as an STP packer.
I've had the Masho as a standalone packer and my impression of it was very positive.. it's a great packer, especially for those looking for something a bit smaller (around the size of XS Mr. Limpy) and with 3D balls. I haven't had it with an STP, though if it has positive reviews on that I might think about converting it as a backup STP for when I don't have my main packers around.
Finally got notification that it shipped. If the post office isn't too slow, perhaps I will have it this week!
Got it! It came in a nice plain brown box with no indication of what was inside.
Likes: good size, good weight, the tubing inside gives the Masho a nice real feel; squishy, yet firm.
Dislikes: If you grab it from underneath, you feel the hardness of the tubing at the opening. The Cyclone doesn't want to stay collapsed when the Masho is in position in my briefs.
There was a lot of extra tubing sticking out the end. I tried the STP part before trimming it down to be flush with the head. My first try with it, no leaks. The Cyclone part was very comfortable to use.
Overall, I'm satisfied with it. I don't pass well enough to use a Men's room, so I'll just be using it at home for now. If I decide I like packing, and I'm not expecting to need the STP part, I would definitely get a plain Masho. I really like the size and weight of it.
-Jay