EdenLink Q&A - Live with Tantus, April 20 at 7pm EST

Contributor: Kindred Kindred
Hi all, sorry I'm late as well!
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
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Originally posted by VioletMoonstone
Hi, I just showed up. =]
Hi Violet
04/20/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by Jenna@Tantus
You know it's really hard to say; we do some informal tests here too, and I STILL patch test all my toys. You never know when a formulation is going to change. I also acknowledge that Tantus products are not cheap, and I hate to see someone risk ... more
Good advice there.

I was just wondering what kind of damage you have seen. I tested with two different lubes, one cheap and one expensive, and found no permanent damage.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
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Originally posted by Pixel
Noooo! I'm gonna miss the meeting! Someone do me a favour and ask Tantus if they are coming out with any new coloured toys soon? (especially seeing as how they just discontinued their copper colour!)



*sniffles*
Ah... Copper has been one of our favorites but sales just are ridiculously slow and really we want to be good business partners for our retail partners so we had to sacrifice it.

I'm excited with The Little Secrets because we got to make new colors and bring some back that 5 years ago were just too bold for people... thank goodness consumers caught up to our wild colors.

We come from art backgrounds, both me and our CEO, so color is uber important and we always try to press the envelope.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Jenna@Tantus Jenna@Tantus
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Originally posted by SoSexxxay
I am braving explosive stomach flu (TMI!) to be here, but there is no way I would miss it, since I Tantus so so so much.



My question is about The Vamp: How have people taken to the shimmer, and are there any plans to use it for other ... more
Personally, I am sold on almost anything that shimmers. It's extremely popular, and we are considering doing the Goliath in the same setup.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Victoria Victoria
Seems like we have a LOT of Tantus fans at Eden, huh?
04/20/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by Jenna@Tantus
I saw your recent workshop on Lubes, Tim, which is why I now have a whole science experiment set up in my office
Very cool. I am honored.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Kindred Kindred
I was wondering if there were any plans to use the O2 dual density silicone to design a double ended dildo?
04/20/2011
Contributor: Airen Wolf Airen Wolf
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
Good question, beat me to it.
What can I say? You sparked my curiosity...was a great workshop
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
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Originally posted by Tantus Michelle
The cock sling has been one of the most popular items for Tantus. Getting it on takes just a little patience, a little lube, and a flaccid penis. If you follow the instructions on the packaging, which it testicles first, regardless of size, anyone ... more
Thanks! I appriciate it, like I said the review have varied a little, but there are a couple from reviewers who I completely trust that loved it!
04/20/2011
Contributor: Kayla Kayla
I actually have a quick question. I've always been told that silicone toys should never be stored touching each other, but I know some people do. It makes me sad to see all my beautiful Tantus toys stored in plastic baggies to avoid touching. Is it safe to store silicone toys touching one another?
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
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Originally posted by Victoria
Seems like we have a LOT of Tantus fans at Eden, huh?
Absolutely!!
04/20/2011
Contributor: Airen Wolf Airen Wolf
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Originally posted by Jenna@Tantus
You know it's really hard to say; we do some informal tests here too, and I STILL patch test all my toys. You never know when a formulation is going to change. I also acknowledge that Tantus products are not cheap, and I hate to see someone risk ... more
I can accept that! I recommend patch testing toys or just sticking to water based lube because I wouldn't want to ruin a cherished friend.
04/20/2011
Contributor: kawigrl kawigrl
i have broadband internet so sorry if i double post questions- it takes forever to reload my pages to see the other posts. do you feel that the adult sex toy industry is different than other types of industries, do they follow the same market trends as the global economy/market?
04/20/2011
Contributor: alliegator alliegator
Any plans for more dual density toys with the white layer on top? The color effect, especially the Ice Blue, is gorgeous.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
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Originally posted by namelesschaos
Hello I have some questions

Where did the name Tantus come from and why was it chosen as the name for the company?
Tantus is the Latin root word of Tantalize. Yes I'm a geek with a Latin Dictionary. LOL
04/20/2011
Contributor: Antipova Antipova
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Originally posted by Mr. E
Hello everyone at Tantus. First let me say that I am a ginormous fan of your products and that I greatly appreciate that they are manufactured right here in the USA.



How have you resisted the competitive pressure to more operations overseas?
Mr E asked earlier, but I'm curious on a more technical level:

Talk about some of the challenges and rewards of producing your wares entirely in the US---this is something I'm very impressed with, and I'm very grateful for Tantus's commitment to quality. But it can't be all smiles and rainbows, or more companies would be manufacturing here. Are your materials suppliers near your manufacturing facility? What are some of the hardest aspects of domestic production? Is dealing with EPA and OSHA requirements time consuming?

And what keeps you committed?
04/20/2011
Contributor: ToyTimeTim ToyTimeTim
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Originally posted by VioletMoonstone
Hmm, so what kinds of lubes go with what types of toys? I think I saw a link to that somewhere around here...
link Towards the end I have a master list of sorts that should help. I can email it to you if you like.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Dan Osterhout Dan Osterhout
What is Tantus 'official' thoughts on a 'harness' for the person that like to get a little more trusty than the average person and wants the support.
04/20/2011
Contributor: VioletMoonstone VioletMoonstone
I love the hotpink Secret Little Kiss. I'm looking at it right now in a new window. =p
04/20/2011
Contributor: Jenna@Tantus Jenna@Tantus
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
Good advice there.



I was just wondering what kind of damage you have seen. I tested with two different lubes, one cheap and one expensive, and found no permanent damage.
I did have one get a bit sticky, but it was definitely still play-able. But again, it's almost impossible to gauge all lubes on the market. I will say that my silicone toys have held up far better over time than stuff in other materials. I have a jelly toy that's about five years old that is not aging well at ALL. At this point, it's retired - but I'm keeping it around just to see what happens.
04/20/2011
Contributor: SoSexxxay SoSexxxay
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Originally posted by Jenna@Tantus
Personally, I am sold on almost anything that shimmers. It's extremely popular, and we are considering doing the Goliath in the same setup.
Super sexy! I'd love to see more shimmery toys. WHOA. IDEA. Will the peacock colour ever be shimmery?
That would be amazingly gorgeous.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Modern^Spank^Anthem Modern^Spank^Anthem
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Originally posted by Kayla
I actually have a quick question. I've always been told that silicone toys should never be stored touching each other, but I know some people do. It makes me sad to see all my beautiful Tantus toys stored in plastic baggies to avoid touching. Is ... more
yeah i've kind of wondered the same thing. it just kind of spoils the mood digging a toy out of an old tattered box
04/20/2011
Contributor: Kayla Kayla
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Originally posted by Metis Black
Tantus is the Latin root word of Tantalize. Yes I'm a geek with a Latin Dictionary. LOL
So cute! I never know that. (I'm taking Latin now, too, so I should!)
04/20/2011
Contributor: VioletMoonstone VioletMoonstone
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Originally posted by Airen Wolf
I can accept that! I recommend patch testing toys or just sticking to water based lube because I wouldn't want to ruin a cherished friend.
How exactly does it ruin it? I'm new around here.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Jul!a Jul!a
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Originally posted by Victoria
Seems like we have a LOT of Tantus fans at Eden, huh?
It definitely looks like it!

I just took the plunge and bought my first Tantus stuff this week
04/20/2011
Contributor: Elise228 Elise228
i am not an owner of a tantus product yet, so i was wondering how many different products do you sell.
04/20/2011
Contributor: sexyintexas sexyintexas
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Originally posted by ToyTimeTim
link Towards the end I have a master list of sorts that should help. I can email it to you if you like.
Was a very informative workshop, I have now begun experimenting with different lubes myself and no bad effects. I clean them immediatly afterword, but its great to have an option. <3
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
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Originally posted by Elise228
when making the toys, where do you come up with the design and how do you choose what material to use to make it the best feel?
We look at application Elise. I know people like the feeling of softer materials but if they won't work in that oriface, or with that handle, we go with a harder silicone. Right now we're working with 3 different hardnesses and we're about to get a fourth in.
04/20/2011
Contributor: Metis Black Metis Black
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Originally posted by Victoria
You're here
yup
04/20/2011