I’d tend to agree with @rvwnsd
10-15 years ago we had a wider choice of sites, especially CL. There did seem to be fewer scammers. I like to stick with regulars while adding to the roster from time to time, so I’m pretty content these days.
I had a hot young man for an overnight this past week and he asked for a $100 deposit. Given how responsive he was and the fact that I was staying in a somewhat remote area at the time, I felt it was reasonable. He took a Bolt (very cheap) and a bus and a ferry and arrived exactly on time. The few times I’ve acquiesced, it’s always turned out well. As for the provider in question, absolutely not. Not only is he not my type, but for a shorter meet he doesn’t pass my scam test.
When I’m in Eastern Europe, I love the metros. Clean, safe and, in the case of K’yiv, architecturally stunning. Many US subway systems are grim. That said, I’ve never has issues in NYC, DC, Atlanta or SF.
Also sorry to hear that. Most of mine start kissing as soon as they walk through the door, but I’m always clear on what I’d like to do and always have at least a two-hour minimum. A provider is currently sleeping in the guest room. He moves around too much so we thought it best for us to sleep apart. After a solid 9 hours, I’m finishing my second cup of coffee.
I’ll reach out to him and see what’s up. He is in real estate so maybe the bubble market is finally lucrative enough for him to focus on selling houses.
One of my favorite LBJ stories was when he was departing from a base in Vietnam and was heading towards a helicopter. The duty officer stated, “Mr. President, Sir, your helicopter is over there”, to which LBJ replied “Son, they’re all my helicopters”.
You could take the initiative and simply tell him what your overnight rate is and go from there. If that doesn’t elicit a response, then it’s definitely time to move on.
This young provider shows his Instagram link as part of the photo array in his MB ad. For those who might be interested in his type, it lessens the need for further searching.
https://www.mintboys.com/male-escorts/portland/5e082d17ce412f212e94b676
You won’t be bored! Your fellow hobbyists are a wonderful group and the providers who join are a delight. I’m hoping I can make it two in a row this year. PS also has some great shopping. I bought a very well made harness at Gear and some nice door mats from a gay-owned shop on Indian Canyon.
I felt this about the three regulars I know see. I’m feeling it about a young Portland-based provider who’s coming to visit on Friday. I was shocked and pleased when he asked me if I wanted him to bring his chaps!