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In most of these, including the Sean Cody just mentioned, which I just saw, the client lays there like a lump of clay. If a masseur had his finger in my ass, I'd react with at least a moan of pleasure. I guess they don't consider that sort of realism necessary, as their audience doesn't care. I think a little something on the part of the client would improve these videos.

I'm looking at the last three photos in the ad. Were they taken while he was in prison?

As I see it, the main problem is not whether you and the masseur use hand sanitizer, or masks, or zip-off covers, but who your masseur has contacted -- even casually, which doesn't have to include massages -- in the past two weeks. How many other clients has he had? Were any of them infected without either of them knowing it? Your masseur may be giving you the virus, or you may be giving it to him, and neither of you will know it. My last massage was on March 15, two days before Mayor DeBlasio ordered a lockdown of NYC -- but after museums and theaters closed, and that should have been red flag for me. I didn't realize what a risk I was taking! My masseur might have been carrying the virus, and infected me. I might have carried the virus, and infected him. Dmitri is right. "Until there is a vaccine, it will always be a game of Russian Roulette." That said, I think that Redwine has the right approach. Be very cautious in your choice of masseurs. How many other clients has your masseur had lately? Is he choosy about whom he accepts? FAR more important than basic precautions, such as hand sanitizer, etc. are his contacts and how physically close HE HAS BEEN to the client. Where have his previous clients been? How careful have they been? How likely is it that the client before YOU carried the virus and gave it to your masseur? And I would ask Mr. Redwine, who always has sensible things to say in this forum, "Have you asked all these questions, and are you completely satisfied with the answers?" I admit that -- ten days ago -- I had a massage from one of my regulars, who had just resumed giving massages. I was confident that my questions had satisfactory answers, but was I still taking a chance? Yeah, I was. Especially at my age. Should I have done it? Probably not. Will I do it again? Probably not. (At least, not until Dmitri says it's OK. )

Scott, I think the biggest risk you will be taking is traveling to William, who sounds like a prudent and careful person.It would help, of course, if you've been with him before, or know of someone who has. I just emailed another of my regulars (a bit of a health nut) who replied that he's been laying low, but looks forward to seeing me when I feel that I'm ready -- which I think I will be soon. I think that my massage on Saturday that I referred to in the post just above yours, and the one you are contemplating sound fairly similar.

Very sensible, Redwine! I'm visiting one of my regulars on Saturday (my first massage since March 15, when the virus was raging, but we didn't realize it, and NYC wasn't locked down yet). No masks, but he's going to take my temperature (and his) before we start. No kissing, either. We know each, we trust each other , we have socialized outdoors (six feet apart, wearing masks) during this craziness. His apartment usually is spotless, and will be even cleaner and more sanitized than ever.

I was in a supermarket this morning for about 15 minutes, and masks were required. After about ten minutes, I was uncomfortable, and was happy to leave and remove my mask for the walk home -- encountering hardly anyone, so I was able to keep more than six feet distance. I can't imagine getting a massage while wearing a mask. It wouldn't bother me if the masseur were wearing one -- I guess I'd prefer it, but I'd hate to wear one for almost an hour. This morning I was thinking about a trip planned for August. I'd have to fly, and the thought of wearing a mask for a one-hour flight -- plus waiting time in the terminal and on the tarmac -- is not a pleasant thought. As much as I'd like to be a client again, I think I'll just have to wait this out, like so many others are resigned to doing.

Le Whore, I never thought of that. You could be right. Interesting. I'll have to ask around.

I don't know about spas other than Utopia and Shangrila in New York, but these two don't have four jets of water coming from the ceiling. The masseur uses a hand-held hose, like in some bathroom showers, to wash you. He rubs you vigorously with a cleaning powder or soap, and the experience can be erotic, depending on who's giving and who's getting. I'm not a big fan, but many others are. Try one!

I think that people write ***Y not because they're prudes, but because some sites, such as the very prudish Masseurfinder, have devices that prowl for no-no words, such as sexy or naked. I think these people are so used to *** that they even use that in writing reviews on other sites.

Ben3345, I can't agree with you. Social distancing and hand washing/sanitizing are perhaps the most important measures you can take. If, as you say, 30% of people are asymptomatic (I don't know the numbers at all), even then, that 30% can still be carrying the virus, and can transmit it to those who don't keep their distance. If one wants to get a massge from a masseur in a mask, and avoid close facial contact, that might be OK. But I certainly don't want that kind of massage! I'm horny as hell, but I'll wait until things get better.

I certainly agree with Hans-Joerg Renner. I can't imagine such a thing as a "socially-distanced massasge." I just commented on another thread that we clients seem to be aware of current limitations, but many masseurs advertise without acknowledging COVID-19 at all. Are they assuming that some clients will just say "the hell with it; I'll take my chances?" They seem to be blissfully unaware of reality.

Yes, he's hot. One ad says his studio is in Queens, one in Harlem. But if one is looking for "hot," I notice that he doesn't offer erotic massage. His Rentmasseur ad says he's been a member since 2017. I haven't noticed his ad before, but whether or not he's a new advertiser, he doesn't say anything about giving a massage during this time of social distancing. Most of these ads ignore this, also, as if somehow there is an aura of immunity surrounding massage tables. I would love to get a massage, and have yearned for one for weeks. I've been thinking about my regular guys, who are prudent and safe, but I just don't see how we can avoid close contact, even if we don't "overdo it." I gather from various threads in The Spa that most clients are waiting for better and safer times, as I am. But I sense that most (not all) masseurs seem not to acknowledge the current situation.

When Arjun massages me, he uses a lot of oil, so we shower together after the massage.

Stephen dorff video --- OK, what am I missing here? why is this interesting?

In these days of self-isolation, shuttered restaurants, and social distancing, preparing meals at home has become a source of pleasure. You will probably enjoy this video, and may even discover some helpful hints to more satisfying kitchen experiences. https://www.xvideos.com/video36966431/peter_le_lunch_time

Sorry -- here's the Cuomo: https://heavy.com/entertainment/2020/04/cuomosexual-randy-rainbow-andrew-cuomo-parody-video/

I look at it this way: My parents' generation was asked to fight World War Two. My generation was asked to fight in Vietnam. I've been asked to stay home and watch TV. I think I can handle that

An excellent question, one that I've been pondering lately. Even when we can resume normal activities -- go to the movies, to a restaurant, ride a crowded subway -- will we still feel comfortable being in close contact with someone who has been in close contact with many people in the week or weeks prior to us? Will we still go to the movies as often as we did? To restaurants and bars and museums? There will always be a lingering doubt and caution, I'm afraid. Dmitri's mention of a year and/or waiting for a vaccine will make it difficult for most of us, but he has a good point. Unfortunately.

I don't think I've ever seen an ad where a masseur will also do a Tarot reading for the client -- for only $25 extra. And he's a Pisces! (Should we be impressed by that?) Sounds like a real nut to me, but I suppose I shouldn't knock it if I haven't tried it. (Not that I intend to. Ever.) https://rentmasseur.com/PiscesLoveNYC

This has been said here before, and probably by me, but I'll say it again. I am amazed at how you guys can detect these scams, and can also tell us who the real people are. An Argentinian who was in Rio three hours ago? AMAZING!!!

Your therapist is an irresponsible, inconsiderate jerk. I suggest you find another therapist.

I don't own a small business, but I read every day how many of them, such as a spa, operate on a financial precipice.. One restaurant consultant was quoted, "Tonight's receipts are tomorrow's payroll." Sad to say, but I think that unless a spa owner has deep pockets, he may not be able to survive a prolonged closing. What's prolonged? The Metropolitan Museum of Art has stated publicly that it expects to be closed until July. The Met also said that their best epidemiological advice is that this will peak in the US in May.

Great body, attractive price. Are those really his pics? Too good to be true?

Some spas, such as Utopia and Shangrila, have closed for the duration. Xiao told me that the masseurs didn't want to come and just sit around, as business had fallen off. I suppose some will remain open, unless ordered to close. Some movie theaters closed voluntarily, and I suppose the new regulations announced by Gov Cuomo and Mayor DeBlasio, will close the rest of the movie theaters.