I agree with the observations made by the original post; above-average girth can pose problems for both the guy and his partner. I chose the word “can” and not “will” because there are other variables at play (e.g. foreplay, lube, the recipient’s anatomy, etc).
I have the unusual perspective of someone who’s sampled sex at notably under-average and notably above-average girths (as in, I’ve never really had many sexual experiences in the average range). While my length has always been modest & average at best, my girth started as one in which “snugger fit” condoms would barely stay on, to a girth that suffers from indentations left by Magnum XL rubbers (nearly 3 inches in circumference gained).
The experiences outlined by the original post is something I’ve come to see happen more often than not. I find that younger ladies (e.g. in their 20’s, no-children) tend to require more patience and/or lube, whereas older women (especially those who’ve birthed 2+ children) can (and love to) take it all day. Anal definitely requires more preparation.
From my readings and personal experiences, I feel like the 5.5”-ish area is where you become certifiably thick, and every fraction of an inch thicker begins the road of diminishing returns. It also depends on the individual, some guys don’t mind the inconvenience if it means it bolsters their confidence and/or ego.
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