What we used: Pipedream Icicles No.1 Dildo
From: Adult Sensations
Price: From $29.96
Material(s): Pyrex glass
Reviewer: Lizzie
A few weeks ago Adult Sensations, who have e-stores that serve both Canada and the U.S. (North American Chintz visitors, take note!), were kind enough to send the very stylish Icicles No. 1 dildo to us for review. This is the first toy we’ve reviewed in the Icicles range – there are 42 different designs, last we counted – and the No. 1 is the initial design in the series.
First thoughts …
Lizzie
Glass is fast becoming one of my favourite sex toy materials. It’s easy to clean, can be cooled or heated, and has a firmness to it that I find really, really pleasing during use (more on the later). Needless to say, I was really looking forward to trying the Icicles No. 1 out.
I don’t normally buy ‘straight’ dildos – generally I opt for ones with a curve so that I (or Thomas) can better target my G-Spot. As such, the No. 1 was a bit of a departure from the path most trodden. I also tend to be a bit sceptical of ridged toys, often finding that the various bumps and protrusions don’t really add that much to the experience once they’re inside me. Would the spiralled ridge, which runs the length of the No. 1’s insertable shaft (which is roughly 7 inches long) be any different because of its glass construction?
The packaging …
Lizzie
Very inoffensive and gender-neutral; I would be equally happy giving or receiving this dildo as a gift. The box features a black-and-white colour scheme with some nice, clear pictures of the Icicles No. 1 dildo inside it and has a ‘door-like’ side that can be opened to reveal the toy without breaking into the box itself. The actual dildo is cushioned within a thick block of Styrofoam to prevent breakage during transport and delivery.
One thing that I would have liked to have seen? A storage pouch for the dildo. The box is really too unwieldy to store it in permanently and having something to house the dildo post-receipt would’ve been very handy.
How it looks …
Lizzie
The Icicles No. 1 is really pretty, and looks more like an ornament than a sex toy. (It sort of reminded me of an oversized cocktail mixing stick!)
It’s made from clear Pyrex glass, has a ridge that twists around the insertable length, and a ball-shaped base to help you grip it during use.
In use …
Lizzie
After giving the Icicles No. 1 dildo a good clean with antibacterial soap and toy cleaner, I ran it under the hot tap for a short time in order to warm up the glass. (As mentioned earlier, I think the ability to change this toy’s temperature is a significant plus because it allows you to ‘tweak’ it to suit your mood.) It held the warmth of the water really nicely and this meant that it was very pleasant to insert. No leaping about from the shock of something cold.
Lube-wise, I found I put a bit too much on the toy to start with – I generally subscribe to the ‘more is better’ philosophy, which works fine with glass toys that have ring handles but not so much with those that are more streamlined – and made the dildo overly slippery, but the ball base was relatively easy to grip, despite the overly liberal application. (Tip: try and keep one hand, preferably your ‘operating’ hand, clean of lube so that you can maintain a good, firm hold on the toy.)
Because the dildo is a pretty decent length and made of a rigid material, I went relatively slowly insertion-wise, giving myself time to become accustomed to it. To start with, I kept my movements quite gentle but as I became more and more aroused, I was able to use it with more force. Although it wasn’t curved and couldn’t really be angled to comfortably hit the G-Spot, the firmness of the glass made it easy for me to get the friction I needed to generate some lovely sensations internally.
Using the Icicles No. 1 solo was great fun but, as I generally find it quite difficult to climax without clitoral or G-Spot stimulation, I ended up lying on my stomach and handing control over to Thomas so that I could concentrate on touching my clitoris. He had no trouble gripping or controlling the No. 1 – the ball-shaped base fit easily in his palm – but I did have to ask him to go easier than I would have with a silicone or plastic toy. Result? A very nice, blissful orgasm.
And the ridges? Even though the Icicles No. 1 is relatively slim (it’s 1.4 inches wide) I could definitely feel the external glass spiral on it, particularly around the entrance of the vagina – yay! To borrow a line from Wayne’s World, it really was ribbed for my pleasure!
Any downsides?
Lizzie
The straight shape and rigid construction mean you do have to go a little easy to begin with and take your time finding the best angle; if the dildo presses too hard against the pubic bone or is shoved too deep, too soon, it can be uncomfortable.
In an ideal world it would have liked it to come with a storage pouch, but that’s a small quibble.
The verdict?
Lizzie
The Icicles No. 1 dildo is a lovely, smart-looking toy that’s well made and a pleasure to use. Its slim shape means that it could be used vaginally or anally and the spiral ridge actually seemed to do something, particularly around the entrance to the vagina. I couldn’t really stimulate my G-Spot with it, but found it satisfying all the same. A nice toy to use with a partner, particularly as part of foreplay.
In summary
Things I liked:
- It’s aesthetically pleasing. A very pretty dildo.
- The construction. Because it’s made of Pyrex, it’s easy to clean, dishwasher safe, can be used in the bath, heated or cooled.
- It’s slim enough to use anally.
- The ridges really do create some friction, particularly around the vaginal entrance – they’re not just window dressing.
- The rigidity. Glass doesn’t give, so you’ve got something decent to press and rub against.
- Can be used with silicone, oil, and water-based lubes.
- Safe for those with latex allergies.
Things I wasn’t so keen on:
- The lack of storage pouch.
- Can be uncomfortable if used too vigorously, too quickly.
Tickle your fancy? You can buy the Pipedream Icicles No.1 Dildo by clicking on the following links:
- Pipedream Icicles No. 1 Dildo – Adult Sensations Canada
- Pipedream Icicles No. 1 Dildo – Adult Sensations U.S.A.
*Please note that this item was provided free of charge by Adult Sensations in exchange for a fair review.
