I'm really not a big fan of Doc Johnson, but this toy may just have changed my mind. The licorice Stix Player, is a traditional waterproof vibrator. It's inner spine allows it to be flexible which means that it can be used in any position. As most of you already know, sitting at the edge of the bathtub thrusting a vibrator in and out of you is not as comfortable as it is erotic.

Most toys simply feel poky instead of pleasurable. The Licorice Stix is the answer to this uncomfortable problem. I tried the vibrator in a number of normally uncomfortable positions, and discovered that the Licorice Stix was not only flexible enough but soft enough to be comfortable. Meaning, it is perfect for wild play.

The moment I took this toy out of its container I was flooded by the dreaded new toy odor. It was so strong I thought I wouldn't even be able to use the toy. As with other toys with strong odors, the smell did not air out. I simply had to get used to it. No matter, after a while, my nose forgot about it.

The real turn on about this toy is the texture. The shaft is covered in a soft TPR material, making for a gel like feel. Squeezable yet firm, this toy is perfect for those who hate hard toys. The plus side of having a TPR coat is the stimulation the toy provides. With just a little bit of lube the toy provides a nice state of friction which adds to stimulation.

The design of the Licorice Stix is pretty simple. A smooth straight shaft with a slightly bulbous head. Nothing fancy here. The length and girth are suitable for both beginner and advanced users. In other words, your basic vibrator.

This toy comes in one color, bright bright red. It is not discreet, and therefor not suitable for travel.

The Licorice Stix is controlled by a turn dial at the end of the shaft. Multi speed vibrations hum throughout the entire shaft but are situated mainly in the head. Thus, a constant amount of thrusting is required for total vaginal stimulation. On the plus side is the fact that the toy has a spine. I was able to rotate my hips during play providing me with an added level of stimulation.

This toy is waterproof however, the TPR material proves difficult to use in water. When using in the bathtub, always use a silicone based lube.

The controls are basic and easy to use. The noise level is nil. This is one of the softest sounding toys I own.

Since this toy is coated in a TPR material, it cannot be sterilized or washed with harsh soaps. Therefor, it is important to wash it before and after each use with a mild soap or toy cleaner, and always cover it with a condom in the event of sharing. Use of oil lubes should be avoided as this can harm the material. Only use water and silicone based lubes with this toy. Storage is straight forward. Stash it in a sock drawer or a toy chest. The toy is durable and able to withstand some jostling.

After getting used to the new toy smell I lubed this baby up and took it for a test drive. I found the length (7 inches) to be just right as it melted into my curves. The vibrations were powerful but seemed concentrated in the head of the toy, therefor I had to continually thrust the unit in order to receive stimulation. After a few minutes of rigorous thrusting I decided to test out the flexibility of the toy. No time like the present to take a risk, so I just sat right up in bed with the unit still inside of me. The spine bent, making for a comfortable fit as I continued to thrust. I was dazzled by the pressure of the vibrator within me as I sat and quickly came hard.