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SnappySammy

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Posted: Nov 03, 2009 - 01:24 PM

You know this really is a s h i t t y thread

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Posted: Nov 03, 2009 - 03:26 PM

SnappySammy wrote:

You know this really is a s h i t t y thread

It was ok until you toddled along.

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Posted: Nov 04, 2009 - 03:17 PM

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Thing is, I've nothing against squat toilets. In fact, as long as they're kept clean, they're probably more hygienic than parking your ass on porcelain. But if it ain't a squat toilet, don't squat on it.

it may seem more hygienic, but then why is there always a puddle of piss around the sides?

getting the runs and having to use a squat toilet is the worst... i mean, even if you aim well, the nature of the exit velocity (speed + trajectory) could mean having to change your socks (sorry to be so graphic). no, i never had to change my socks, but the possibility has crossed my mind on several occasions. then, there's the leg cramping, restricted circulation, and knee pain to contend with. i don't understand how people can stand squatting in this position for more than 2 mins.

also, anyone know if the locals take their pants off or leave them on when they use a squat toilet? i have to take them off - seems like you'd shiat on your britches if you didn't, but i've heard some don't have to.

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Posted: Nov 04, 2009 - 10:30 PM

bleepingbleeper wrote:

also, anyone know if the locals take their pants off or leave them on when they use a squat toilet? i have to take them off - seems like you'd shiat on your britches if you didn't, but i've heard some don't have to.

I never take mine all the way off. I'm a girl though, not sure if that makes any difference.

Reminds me of the urban legend whereby a man stops off while skiing for a cheeky crap. He squats and pulls down his ski suit, does what he has to, then pulls his ski suit back up. As he puts his hood up, the result of his endeavours greet him, as it were...

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Posted: Nov 04, 2009 - 10:32 PM

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Posted: Nov 04, 2009 - 10:52 PM

bleepingbleeper wrote:

Nah man, don't need to take them off... Just don't pull them all the way down to your knees.. You will cut off the blood circulation, and won't be able to get back up again Laughing

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Posted: Nov 05, 2009 - 04:35 AM

victorinchina wrote:

bleepingbleeper wrote:

Nah man, don't need to take them off... Just don't pull them all the way down to your knees.. You will cut off the blood circulation, and won't be able to get back up again Laughing

Everytime I use one and it lands in the hole and not my pants...I'm amazed...Can't figure out how that works ..... Laughing

However there are lots of things i can't figure out how it works... Surprised

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Posted: Nov 05, 2009 - 06:10 PM

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bleepingbleeper wrote:

Nah man, don't need to take them off... Just don't pull them all the way down to your knees.. You will cut off the blood circulation, and won't be able to get back up again Laughing

i can imagine it now... pull pants down mid-way to thighs, squat, then wallet/keys/cell phone all drop out of your pockets and into the toilet. then spend the next 15mins debating whether or not items are salvageable. that's a tough one depending on what's in your cell/wallet.

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Posted: Nov 05, 2009 - 06:17 PM

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Posted: Nov 05, 2009 - 06:32 PM

bleepingbleeper wrote:

victorinchina wrote:

bleepingbleeper wrote:

Nah man, don't need to take them off... Just don't pull them all the way down to your knees.. You will cut off the blood circulation, and won't be able to get back up again Laughing

Forgot.. you might want to fold your pants up once or twice to get off the piss soaking floor... YES, I made that mistake once!

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Posted: Nov 10, 2009 - 09:13 PM

rofl. a lot of good lines. love the sign lifemage

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Posted: Nov 10, 2009 - 11:12 PM

Andreas wrote:

You know you are too loong in China when the foot prints on the toilet seat are your own. Wink

we seriously need to have a beer mate ... Smile

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Posted: Nov 10, 2009 - 11:15 PM

bougie wrote:

Andreas wrote:

You know you are too loong in China when the foot prints on the toilet seat are your own. Wink

we seriously need to have a beer mate ... Smile

We do mate, we do. It's been to fokken long ago!

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