Alright, I need some advice (girlfriend content)

[MatticusMania]

Ok, my girlfriend's birthday is coming up soon, she'll be 27, and she happened to mention that she wants a stripper pole. I told her, unfortunately, that I would not be able to afford one by her birthday. Well, I lied, but only to throw her off track. I began my research earlier this week, and have found a few different options, now I'm stuck on which way to go.

Oh yeah, I should have mentioned (stripper pole content)

So, the first option is this:
http://www.poleaerobicsworld.com/about.php
Its $89.99 + $9 s&h
The bonus to this one is that it comes with a workout DVD that'll show her some moves.

The second option is this:
http://www.electrapole.com/about.php
Its endorsed by Carmen Electra, and that might carry a little weight in her liking it even more. Its $129.99 + $15 s&h
Looking into it a little more, it really doesnt seem to be any different than the above option, aside from its endorser, and it doesnt come with an instructional DVD (only an assembly DVD).

The third option, though a little more spendy, is this one:
http://www.learnpoledance.com/privat..._pole_kit.html
Its $139.99 + $29 s&h and its main advantage, really, is that it comes in pink, and my girl loves pink. The feather boa and lace garter are a bonus as well, but nothing special really. The erotic dance instructional DVD may or may not be more interesting than the first options DVD, I dont know.

So, what do you guys think? All 3 options are within my budget, though of course if I go with the cheaper one I'll have more $ to indulge her even more.

Oh, did I mention I have the best girlfriend ever? Cuz I do.

[L-A]

Hum...

Portable pole:


Electrapole:


So the cheapest one is exactly the same as the middle one, but comes with a DVD? I think you can get away with saying that it's still the one Electra endorses.

Better yet, use the remaining money to have it painted pink. How's that?

[Mark Latimour]

If you're response to your girlfriend upon hearing that request wasn't "that's a coincidence, I have a pole right here", you're no longer allowed to be a man.

[Rune Bivrin]

Originally Posted by L-A

Hum...

Portable pole:


Electrapole:


So the cheapest one is exactly the same as the middle one, but comes with a DVD? I think you can get away with saying that it's still the one Electra endorses.

Better yet, use the remaining money to have it painted pink. How's that?

They've even used the same picture, and just Photo-shopped different labels on the bag.
Hmmm, maybe I should pioneer the North Pole

[warwick.hoy]

Make sure that you have a secure place to mount it . Find a stud or ceiling joist to anchor it to. Nothing kills the mood like injuries caused by shoddy handy-work.

[CrashClint]

Originally Posted by Mark Latimour

If you're response to your girlfriend upon hearing that request wasn't "that's a coincidence, I have a pole right here", you're no longer allowed to be a man.

That was just plain funny!

[MatticusMania]

Originally Posted by warwick.hoy

Make sure that you have a secure place to mount it . Find a stud or ceiling joist to anchor it to. Nothing kills the mood like injuries caused by shoddy handy-work.

Oh yeah, Ive already found the joist in the room to mount it to. Measured it the other day to make sure the pole will fit.

Originally Posted by Mark Latimour

If you're response to your girlfriend upon hearing that request wasn't "that's a coincidence, I have a pole right here", you're no longer allowed to be a man.

That would be quite a douchey response. Id rather leave my dignity intact and get some without the comment.

[Kenbuntu]

There obviously one answer to this thread. The third pole.
And you've got a wicked girlfriend.

[L-A]

Originally Posted by Kenbuntu

There obviously one answer to this thread. The third pole.

Obviously the third pole?

I'm always suspicious of sites that do not show the product. All there is to see is a small picture of a photoshopped box.

Such presentation makes me feel like I'm staring at a box drawing, and I have to convince myself that it's the sheep inside I'll be receiving.

[Kenbuntu]

Originally Posted by L-A

Obviously the third pole?

I'm always suspicious of sites that do not show the product. All there is to see is a small picture of a photoshopped box.

Such presentation makes me feel like I'm staring at a box drawing, and I have to convince myself that it's the sheep inside I'll be receiving.

Oh it's legit alright, I assure you.

[MatticusMania]

Originally Posted by Kenbuntu

Oh it's legit alright, I assure you.

Well, Ive got to ask... what makes you so certain? Is it the feather boa or the lacey garter?

[jwbassman]

I think it's funny how the first one has no mention of it being a "stripper pole" they call it "the world’s first specialist exercise pole" LOL.





somewhat related funny picture:








Seriously though I'd go for option 2. The Carmen Electra Pole. It has that extra sex appeal to it.

[EricF]

I don't see any advantage to the Electra pole. As long as they don't fail during use, I don't see how you can go wrong with with either of the other two. You'll have to be the one to decide if pink is worth $50.

As always, pics will be required

[warwick.hoy]

Women like home made stuff better than store bought stuff. Save yourself some money.

http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-...-not-included/

[mike_v_s]

Originally Posted by Mark Latimour

If you're response to your girlfriend upon hearing that request wasn't "that's a coincidence, I have a pole right here", you're no longer allowed to be a man.

Nice and applicable.

Douche_v_s

[MatticusMania]

Yeah, I was thinking I might as well by the Pole Aerobics pole over the Electrapole, as its pretty much the same thing without the endorsement, plus Id still have to buy her a pole workout dvd.

I dont know if the extra scratch is worth getting a pink pole. I contacted the seller and she said that its pretty much the same as the electrapole as well, but in pink.

I dont want to come off as cheap (because when it comes to gifts its the one time Im not) but Im thinking about going with option #1, as I dont see much of a benefit in either of the other options at this point.

[MatticusMania]

Originally Posted by mike_v_s

Nice and applicable.

Douche_v_s

haha