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Here is the list of my massage forays during Phase 4+ here in NYC. I am not delusional. I know that in any of these adventures, I may get COVID. I just try to minimize my risks by choosing NYC masseurs and not go to masseurs who are traveling or who have just traveled from NYC DOH restricted states. Again, these are my experiences and I cannot guarantee that this will be the same for you. I tried to write about the details in my massage experiences that I believe will most likely happen to anyone who books a 90min session with the masseurs below.

 

MARC

https://rentmasseur.com/MassagedByMarc

I went to see him at his place in Harlem. He is a very nice guy. He definitely looked like his photos. He just had a birthday so the living room still had decorations. Thank god that he has a dedicated space for the massage. You’re both not masked. He has a comfortable table and he was nude from the get go. This guy’s body is smooth. He used good Swedish techniques with some stretching but definitely self-taught. I would probably go back. MT and HE. No upsell.

 

ALEX

https://rentmasseur.com/AlexV

I saw Alex at his place. He actually looked much younger than his photos. I was actually surprised and he appeared normal. I honestly expected him to be quirky (due to the weird photo poses) but he was just that - normal He works in a large shared apartment in Harlem which is clean and neat. You’re both not masked. He had a table and he was wearing his underwear when we started but kinda took them off 5 minutes in - maybe it was hot He was quite good with a mix of sensual light touches - almost like caresses really) and then some Swedish kneading. He is most likely self-taught. His body is slim and tight. MT and HE and no upsell. I would probably go back.

 

RICO

https://rentmasseur.com/RicoNY

This guy is HOT! When you contact him, he texts you the various services and the corresponding fee. I decided to go for the sensual one - there’s the therapeutic and the more expensive erotic. He also requests for a Venmo deposit which may be a deal breaker for some. His place is quite nice and the opportunity to shower beforehand (actually a prerequisite) is refreshing. You’re both not masked. He uses Swedish techniques primarily on a table. He was nude from the start. His body is pretty muscular and smooth. Nice d and a. After our session, I got the chance to shower again. Afterwards, I asked him how different my experience would have been if I chose the erotics one and he said it will be more intimate and more body contact. I dunno, but our session was already pretty intimate so I guess I should come back to find out what he means by “intimate”. MT and HE and since his rates are tiered, there’s no upsell. I would definitely go back.

 

PHIL

https://rentmasseur.com/MassageProLmt

Phil is a keeper. He is actually someone who would be a good person to see if you are planning your first massage during this pandemic. He is masked and so are you. He works from a. Small apartment but it was clean and neat. He works on a table and has single-use coverings. His techniques are very good - spa quality. His rates are actually quite low for the kind of massage quality you’re getting. He may not have the best physique, but he is cute and really is a nice guy. He only advertises as therapeutic but then things do happen. Not that I’m complaining I would go back.

 

DANTE

https://www.masseurfinder.com/massage-therapists/40477/

Now this guy was such a surprise. He already looks cute in his pictures but he is so adorable in person. Tall, dark and handsome and from Paraguay. He just moved to his new place in the UES. He has a neat shared apartment but his own table set-up in his room. He uses a table. You are both not masked. He has very good techniques and also massaged me in his underwear and then not ?. His body is pretty toned and smooth. He is very sexy and a nice guy which I found very appealing. We are both cyclists so it’s great to chat afterwards. MT and HE. No upsell. I would definitely go back.

 

CHRIS

https://www.masseurfinder.com/massage-therapists/40287/

This guy is totally therapeutic. But his techniques are very Thai massage-based which I love. He works on a mat and you’re both masked and you’re both wearing gym clothes. He asks you to bring them during the appointment. He is very nice and friendly. He shares the space in West Harlem with housemates but has his own space in the living room to do his sessions. I love chatting with him as he twists and bends you. Really good post-workout. No MT or HE. I would go back.

 

JASON

https://www.masseurfinder.com/massage-therapists/39901/

Jason is a very nice guy. He also needs better pictures on his website. As someone who has been a model in LA, his picture online are crappy. He is definitely much much better looking in person. He has a very hot defined body and is much leaner than his photos which honestly suits him better. He works from a table as pictured in his ad. It is a bit misleading since the place is small and a bit cluttered when I was there. It kinda looked liked my room when I was in university. ? He starts out in his underwear but those came off quickly. Did I say he was sexy? He is thicc. His techniques are excellent. He uses deep tissue techniques and my god they were awesome. My muscles were sore after a workout so the release was great from the deep tissue muscle manipulation. Someone in the forum said that he used to escort, I would just say, it showed! I would definitely go back. MT and HE and no upsell.

Finally a legit, trusted review for Rico. That’s the confirmation I needed to finally book a session with him. Thank you, sir.

I’m gonna take one for the team and give this dude a try this week, I’ll report back.

There is a video of him with Michal Lucas - its on twitter somewhere-- an only fans thing.

I just scoured ML’s Twitter and didn’t come across anything. If you come across the link, would you mind sharing?

There is a video of him with Michal Lucas - its on twitter somewhere-- an only fans thing.

Really? Now I’m curious. *heads over to twitter*

Thinking of giving him a try since he hosts near where I live..

Anyone visited Hush since the reopening?

How'd it go?

He flaked at the last minute saying he overbooked and that he’d love to reschedule. I didn’t bother to reschedule, maybe I’ll try again in the future.

Please give an update, I'm curious too! I was considering hiring when I was in NYC last year didn't in the end.

 

Exactly, he seems so personable on his Instagram. Kinda disappointing to hear that when there's no "interest" on his part in the client he can't even bring himself to at least fake some base-level social warmth.

I’ll definitely update!

Good for you! (And I don't mean that sarcastically) For some reason if a provider behaves like that with me it's a turn-off... Even if he'd be more excited to meet me after seeing a picture of me. I guess it's because I have this weird quirk where I expect a masseur to provide consistent service independent of what I look like. I would decline if a masseur could not commit to what I'd be looking for regardless of my looks.

 

Yeah, it's sometimes tiring in my mind, hahaha.

I totally agree with you! Him being more open to a specific kind of massage AFTER seeing what I look like definitely turned me off. But I said fuck it, I’ll just give it a shot. It’ll be interesting to see if I get the icy, mechanical version of him, or the version he shows on Instagram.

I’ve had masseurs from Jose and Luis to Dixon tell me they’d never ask clients for a picture because they provide the same service to everyone, but I doubt they really do because of that we’re true, all of our reviews of them would be the same.

Update: He's back in NYC and I have another appointment with him, so I'll report back although I'm sure it'll mirror my wonderful first session with him.

So, I contacted him for an appointment and he replied almost immediately asking what kind of massage I'm looking for. I replied "A massage with a more erotic/sensual feel", and he said "I don't commit to anything other than a deep tissue massage and a HE." He also sent a picture saying "This is me"

So I sent a picture back and he definitely changed his tune about not committing to anything more than a deep tissue massage and HE. I'm not sure if it's because I'm black, or younger than his usual clientele, but he seems QUITE excited about our session now. I'll report back though.

Any intel on this locale?

I’m curious too!

Asian. Very tan.

It’s odd that you had a 100% legit massage with Alex @ LF because when I (or anyone I recommend the spa to) goes and gets Alex, it’s anything but legit.

Sorry to hear, what a bummer. I look for a 80-20 combo between therapeutic and sensual (never erotic). i was almost ready to message him, but you saved me my hard earned bacon.

Save the bacon, he's not worth a single dollar, let alone $160.

Who did you have?

Andy..

I’ve been wanting to visit there. Let us know how you liked it! Is it still $60 for 60 minute massage?

Yessir! I got the 90 minute massage for $90 (plus tax of course) and loved every minute of it.

Was it just the massage or did you do a body scrub?

Would you know if Dylan is still there?

Just the massage! And I have no clue if Dylan is there but I’m going back this week so I’ll let you know sir.

I presume this is not the Andy that left Utopia a while back and went to Manta?! Loved him, but heard he’s left the business for the time being.

 

What does this Andy look like? Good technical skills?

He's Asian, with a nice build. Not muscular but very toned.

Technical skills, for sure. In fact in terms of the massage, him and Jose are about evenly matched.

Just left Utopia! I had Andy, and I’d recommend him. ?

Visiting Utopia for the first time today @ 10:30am. I’ll report back.

Does he go by Alex also at living fresh?

He does..

His RM profile is temporarily frozen. You could try Living Fresh directly.

I second this! He’s still there. *whistles*

Here's my best recollection. Hero Spa (location I don't recall) closed after some "issues". The owner of Hero purchased Manta and renamed it "New Hero". My last contact with them was a session at "New Hero". They had "issues" too and I don't know the outcome other than the masseur I saw there left. Now, it's Grandee Spa. Definitely the same location as Manta-New Hero. I am eager to hear some feedback although not sure I'm ready to take one for the team

I'm gonna take one for the team and try it out, I'll definitely report back though.

Haha! I agree, have you noticed how many "newbies" there are lately? hummmm......?

I noticed that too! I thought perhaps it was just my eyes or something.

I believe this is the same Alex, though I’ve never been there or met him.

 

https://rentmasseur.com/MixedBoyAlex

Yessir, that's definitely him.