Failed first attempt

So, I just tried my X30 for the first time. I was so excited to start my gains going. However, after 30 minutes in the shower, I became really frustrated =(

Couldn't get even 1 suction going.... Trimmed my pubic hair, nothing. Tried different angles, nothing. Took off comfort pad, nothing. Tried laying down, felt 1/2 suction, then came off.

After I fill the tube with water, I carefully place my penis inside (quickly). All is good with no water spilling out (at this point, I'm pressing the pump against my skin with pressure). Now, when I pump down, I feel no suction at all. I see some bubbles in the tube. I started pumping harder and placing more pressure down on the pump. This started to hurt my groin area. The gaiter feels really stiff to push down all the way. Is this normal?

Now, I was looking up some info after I gave up.

One thing I never tried was to reopen the valve right before pumping. I kept it closed the whole time. Could this have been the problem?

Please help a nub out..I'm really discouraged at this point.

So, I just tried my second session...

This time, I opened the valve back up after filling the pump with water. I laid down this time, and I got suction! However, I had to keep repumping every 20 seconds or so. I also had bubbled coming out non-stop. I kept it on for 5minutes and took it off. My second try is where I just had enough of it. I tried about 10x to get a suction and it wasn't working. I kept getting air bubbles and I felt the pressure go away almost immediately after pumping.

What am I doing wrong here?! >
I'm seriously thinking about returning it since it just won't work with me.

No experience with your pump, but I can offer some simple advice. Use a water based lube around the base of the base. It helps create a great seal and you loose suction less over time.

Keep at it. Took me a week to get the hang of it. Don't give up.

syncc6;612892 said:

So, I just tried my second session...

This time, I opened the valve back up after filling the pump with water. I laid down this time, and I got suction! However, I had to keep repumping every 20 seconds or so. I also had bubbled coming out non-stop. I kept it on for 5minutes and took it off. My second try is where I just had enough of it. I tried about 10x to get a suction and it wasn't working. I kept getting air bubbles and I felt the pressure go away almost immediately after pumping.

What am I doing wrong here?! >
I'm seriously thinking about returning it since it just won't work with me.

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What you want to try is turning the pump upside down and pumping from that position, I guaranty this problem will be solved.

are you going in flaccid or erect? you will get better initial suction if there is already some engorgement

Hey guys. Thanks for replying. Im going in erect. DLD i will try using itupside down my next session (sticker side down). Im also gonna try to pump with a bath this time. Crosses fingers*

Ill keep this post updated after my trial.

syncc6;613067 said:

Hey guys. Thanks for replying. Im going in erect. DLD i will try using itupside down my next session (sticker side down). Im also gonna try to pump with a bath this time. Crosses fingers*

Ill keep this post updated after my trial.

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yeah ive noticed much better 'grip' in the bath so this may help. it also may help to do a few jelqs or ssj's before hand. when you put the bm on and pressed down, make sure not to touch the valve at the top, and let the gator go up slowly, not all the way, then pump it in again and repeat. the slower the better

I always have my valve pointed to the floor first, go in, form the seal, pump very hard to expel like 80-90% of the water, then invert it to pump out the air that will bubble to the top. That way you're about 95% there and can just hang out. Also, you could try cockrings to make sure you are 100% erect to get the best suction available.

You have to work with the valve. After you get into the pump, open the valve up and do 2 big pumps to get the bulk of the water out. Then do small sharp pumps to get up to max pressure - you have to release the value quickly when there's pressure built up, or air will get in. With a bit of practice learning how the valve works, you can get up to max pressure without any air getting in, and without having to put the valve into the closed position at all.

emceemonkey;613223 said:

You have to work with the valve. After you get into the pump, open the valve up and do 2 big pumps to get the bulk of the water out. Then do small sharp pumps to get up to max pressure - you have to release the value quickly when there's pressure built up, or air will get in. With a bit of practice learning how the valve works, you can get up to max pressure without any air getting in, and without having to put the valve into the closed position at all.

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The new valve did take me some time to understand but I eventually figured it out. I am still on the original valve because I have the Goliath.

The original valse does fit on the newer models if someone wanted to swap them.

Just tried my third attempt last night.

Hallelujah! Albeit it was in the bath, I managed to get a good 15 min. session. I didn't see any major increase in length, but my girth felt a bit bigger. Not to mention, my erection was really hard! I liked what I saw last night. Hopefully, more successful sessions will come (this time in the shower). Thanks a lot guys!

syncc6;613335 said:

Just tried my third attempt last night.

Hallelujah! Albeit it was in the bath, I managed to get a good 15 min. session. I didn't see any major increase in length, but my girth felt a bit bigger. Not to mention, my erection was really hard! I liked what I saw last night. Hopefully, more successful sessions will come (this time in the shower). Thanks a lot guys!

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Consistency and practice is all it takes, don't give up before the miracle happens! So happy you are getting in solid sessions now.

syncc6;613335 said:

Just tried my third attempt last night.

Hallelujah! Albeit it was in the bath, I managed to get a good 15 min. session. I didn't see any major increase in length, but my girth felt a bit bigger. Not to mention, my erection was really hard! I liked what I saw last night. Hopefully, more successful sessions will come (this time in the shower). Thanks a lot guys!

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great news. what was the issue?

syncc6;613335 said:

Just tried my third attempt last night.

Hallelujah! Albeit it was in the bath, I managed to get a good 15 min. session. I didn't see any major increase in length, but my girth felt a bit bigger. Not to mention, my erection was really hard! I liked what I saw last night. Hopefully, more successful sessions will come (this time in the shower). Thanks a lot guys!

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Das it boi!!!

I think the issue was the base of the gaiter. Since a bathmate is submerged in water during a bath, it doesnt allow air to escape at the base.

Ill keep doing it this way for a few weeks to get some sessions in. After that, ill try it in the shower again.

Will post back after.