Kody S

Many of my favorites and repeats are Eastern European, former Soviet Block countries. The really good ones have stellar techniques that are second to none. I actually like the fact that they don’t talk much because I want to enjoy the experience not listen to someone blather on. It’s like anything else I suppose, there is good and then not so good/bad.

Yes the lack of business savvy for some (not all) is stunning at times. But some are quite fastidious when it comes to money and keep really good records and ledgers about who they saw, when, where, and how much they received. Some have told me about their tracking system. Usually I confirm the rate when I confirm the appointment so that there is no misunderstanding. If the rate is significantly different than what they post on the website then we talk about that. It’s usually no big deal. What makes me crazy are those who upsell in the middle of the massage. I don’t repeat if that happens.

Also... do not ask the masseur personal questions or be overly chatty if it is clear the masseur does not want to talk. Respect their boundaries both physical and emotional.

I have an appointment with him this weekend...

The price tag is too expensive for what he appears to provide...red flag.

I’ve seen him a couple of times. PM me.

Yes but... also hit and miss.

Ryan is one to avoid. I hired him a while back for a 90min session and he stopped after 40 saying he was tired. What? Ok maybe... but still. Thanks @Capitano for info on Mario. I’ve always wondered about him.

I’ve very rarely had masseurs not respond at all. But the ones that have not, I’ve later discovered that it wouldn’t have been a good match anyway. Not to skate around bad manners, bad luck, and bad timing (all of which it could be) and not to be too mystical but on the no responders, the universe was just saying « not this one » for you today (for whatever reason)

Hey guys... Going to be in Palm Springs soon. Any 411 on these, or another you would recommend? Josh https://www.masseurfinder.com/massage-therapists/15428/ Justin https://www.masseurfinder.com/massage-therapists/25284/ Marco https://rentmasseur.com/MarcoCMT Frederick https://rentmasseur.com/Fredrick Thanks Kody S

In my experience, Anthony is a really nice guy and has always provided a great massage. I knew him in Austin before he moved out to LA. I haven’t seen his film, but I can see why the reviews would be what they are both good and bad. But still... great guy in my experience of him.

@nycman and @Bacon Excellent advice

Well looks like we have a winner! I’ll have to give him a try if he ever comes out my way, which is probably never. But if I’m in NY or LA... but those rates? Evade. I don’t doubt he is as good as everyone reports, and I’m sure I’d be about as taken with what he does, but still. And the video... (where’s the delete button?)

Think I’ll pass. It sounds sketchy...

Does anyone have any experience with this masseur who is traveling? https://www.masseurfinder.com/members/euro_masseur.shtml

As we are the paying customers, there’s nothing wrong with negotiating the price if it seems too high. I agree with the $100/hr as a reasonable price. I’ve had some success being respectful but honest: I really would like to try your massage but your rates are a bit more than I can do right now, would you be ok with $x/hr?. Most often they will agree. It’s business. Sometimes masseurs new to the scene need to have some sense of what the market in their area will bear (particularly travelers in non-major cities). Also, my experience is the higher the price the less thé massage skills.

Ain’t it the truth...

I never use a credit card. Never.

@Dmitri is mostly right and so would agree. If you live in a big city like NY, DC, LA, Chicago Miami area there are enough good stable local guys you don’t need to hire a traveler. But when you live in a city where there aren’t very many at all to choose from locally then travelers become more important. Sorting out the good ones is a trick. So my test on hiring a traveler is where they are from and if they have a good following in that city in the base case. This forum is very helpful with that intel. The best ones (and they are a few) travel because they like to every now and then, but not as a rule. Travelers I‘ve hired « just to see » usually haven’t worked out and have few-to-no skills and cheat you on time. Although an exception would be Alexei who has been much discussed on this site. He was wonderful.

It’s in the range of $160-$180 for 90min

Try Pasha in NYC. He is wonderful all the way around. https://www.masseurfinder.com/members/pasha.shtml

Hey! Try Julian. PM me for details. He is a very nice guy and gives a great massage when he is in Amsterdam. https://rentmasseur.com/massageandmore

Right? That is what I would have expected.

I have used it in my city (not one of the majors) and it was ok but wouldn’t repeat. Certainly nothing exciting and kind of boorish. The guy Soothb sent over arrived in a big van that had the name of his Massage business on the side. Parked in my driveway, it advertised to the whole neighborhood that I was getting a massage. Kinda funny actually but weird and indiscrete. Not doing this. Maybe it is different in other cities.

Also Hunger Grace in Chicago, but his link on RentMasseur is down now. He was amazing.