Star Gazer Posted June 2, 2007 Posted June 2, 2007 There's something I don't understand about some men: their obsession with toys. Big/ginormous trucks, fancy/fast/suped up cars, dirt/street bikes, Harley's, ski/speed/fishing boats, jet skis/waverunners, yachts/houseboats, humongous TVs...the list could go on forever. Some dudes I know focus what I believe to be an obsessive amount of time on these "toys." They spend countless hours/days/weeks/months planning for their purchases, working on them in the garage, playing with them, etc. Some dudes actually pay more attention to their "toys" than they do the important people in their lives. WHY?! I mean, yes, women may have a shoe obsession, might be clothes horses, or obsessed with something else, but never to the detriment of a normal social life. Isn't it true that the man who dies with the most toys still dies??
alphamale Posted June 2, 2007 Posted June 2, 2007 WHY?!?? because mens toys don't nag constantly and withhold sex and make them take out the garbage
Krytellan Posted June 2, 2007 Posted June 2, 2007 WHY?! Because obsessing about toys requires nothing more than linear thought... one of the only things we do well. At any rate, I think you will find that there is a strong negative correlation between the amount of time a man obsesses about toys and his ability to be emotionally available in a relationship.
This_Too_Shall_Pass Posted June 2, 2007 Posted June 2, 2007 That's just how guys are. Some of them are attached deeply to their toys. My brother is terribly attached to his car and his motorcycle. He spends most of his sunday mornings taking care of his beauties. I remember I'd get irritated even, because if I needed to drive his car for some reason, he would nag me endlessly on how to "drive it right". He wasn't being mean though, just his quirky self (although it led to many lively bickerings back then). When the toys become the only focus, that's obviously a problem. Like any other obsession, they fill in the blanks for whatever is lacking. Sometimes, those toys are the best that they have going in their lives. Some guys are more into their toys than others. Just like some women are obsessive shoppers. Now, I consider myself a bit shopping-prone too, but I've seen women who are just plain greedy! Boys will be boys. As long as they make amends later and treat you extra-nicely, let them have fun with their toys
Trialbyfire Posted June 2, 2007 Posted June 2, 2007 I'll have to admit I'm a toy person so I can understand the interest. They're hobbies, just like the shoe and designer bag collections for women.
nittygritty Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 Because it gives them alternative modes of transportation to escape. Motorcycles, Cars, Planes, Trains, Boats, Jet Ski's, Rockets, Submarines and Spaceships all modes of transportation. They enjoy feeling free.
Trialbyfire Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 Ahem...that doesn't explain the 60" TV or the bigger power tool...
ilmw Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 Ahem...that doesn't explain the 60" TV or the bigger power tool... Guys just think those are cool...
nittygritty Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 Ahem...that doesn't explain the 60" TV or the bigger power tool... Now lets really think about this girls... Bigger is usually better I'd say they would like something to be bigger
Trialbyfire Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 Guys just think those are cool... Not only guys... But... They don't provide a faster means of escape, unless you plan to use a miter or circular saw in ways that are not recommended by the manufacturer...
Trialbyfire Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 Now lets really think about this girls... Bigger is usually better I'd say they would like something to be bigger A hazard of being a guy...sometimes size isn't everything...
bonehead Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 because mens toys don't nag constantly and withhold sex and make them take out the garbage You forgot a few. My dirt bike doesnt throw a fit when I test ride a different dirt bike. When Im done rideing my bike it doesnt want cuddle time. Its fine with being shoved into the corner of the garage.
ilmw Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 A hazard of being a guy...sometimes size isn't everything... So are you saying... its not the size of the tool, but how you use it... The right tool in the right hands can create beautiful art?
nittygritty Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 A hazard of being a guy...sometimes size isn't everything... Definitely a hazard of being a guy. Sometimes size isn't everything but it is something if they aren't very good at using it .
Trialbyfire Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 Definitely a hazard of being a guy. Sometimes size isn't everything but it is something if they aren't very good at using it . So are you saying... its not the size of the tool, but how you use it... The right tool in the right hands can create beautiful art? :laugh: I'll leave it at that...
Ripples Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 Ahem...that doesn't explain the 60" TV or the bigger power tool... Sure it does. The 60" TV provides endless escapism into the wild west, the future, space, having perfect thighs (lateral thigh trainer - must get one), the huge breasts of the latest porn star... The power tool provides an escape that comes without having to pay alimony/lawyers fees. Although you'd need to be pretty good at digging if you use it for that purpose.
alphamale Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 Some dudes actually pay more attention to their "toys" than they do the important people in their lives. this may be true SG but please remember that most of the stuff in our world was invented and built by boys who like to play with toys. if it wasn't for these boys we'd still be living in grass huts, wearing animal skins and playing tic-tac-toe in the sand
allina Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 There's something I don't understand about some men: their obsession with toys. Big/ginormous trucks, fancy/fast/suped up cars, dirt/street bikes, Harley's, ski/speed/fishing boats, jet skis/waverunners, yachts/houseboats, humongous TVs...the list could go on forever. Some dudes I know focus what I believe to be an obsessive amount of time on these "toys." They spend countless hours/days/weeks/months planning for their purchases, working on them in the garage, playing with them, etc. Some dudes actually pay more attention to their "toys" than they do the important people in their lives. WHY?! I mean, yes, women may have a shoe obsession, might be clothes horses, or obsessed with something else, but never to the detriment of a normal social life. Isn't it true that the man who dies with the most toys still dies?? I don't know. I have 3 electric guitars in my bedroom and I trip over a huge amplifier every time I use the printer. It's okay though, I like the huge record collection and the nice tv. My bf is pretty obsessive with music equipment, records and electronics but I never feel like he spends more time with them than with me. I think men usually turn to their toys overtime and avoid their wife/gf to do so when there's trouble.
Pyro Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 There's something I don't understand about some men: their obsession with toys. Big/ginormous trucks, fancy/fast/suped up cars, dirt/street bikes, Harley's, ski/speed/fishing boats, jet skis/waverunners, yachts/houseboats, humongous TVs...the list could go on forever. Some dudes I know focus what I believe to be an obsessive amount of time on these "toys." They spend countless hours/days/weeks/months planning for their purchases, working on them in the garage, playing with them, etc. Some dudes actually pay more attention to their "toys" than they do the important people in their lives. WHY?! I mean, yes, women may have a shoe obsession, might be clothes horses, or obsessed with something else, but never to the detriment of a normal social life. Isn't it true that the man who dies with the most toys still dies?? Everyone has to have at least one hobby, but yes I know what you mean. Some guys do go overboard with the time and energy spent with that stuff and I wouldn't doubt that a majority of those guys are now single or divorced.
EricOnTheWeb Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 My list of toys are 1981 camaro z-28 Sidewinder chassis,1974 firebird street stock,race car with a small block 358 chevy motor pumping 450 HP... 1996 Cessna 172 Skyhawk,not yet mine,but I rent it with future plans to own it(I have an agreement with the owner) Just need to find a co-owner. Sony Playstation Wal Mart riding mower,lol A bunch of RC cars,one of which will do 50 MPH on electric power. Quarter scale radio control gas powered airplane..awesome... Aluminum fishing boat...totally in love with it.. ************************************** Guess what though?...these past 2 years I haven't touched none of it I would like someone to share all this with,but I'm finding these toys beneficial in keeping me sane while I deal with my "no GF" ordeals. Basicly my toys kept me from going insane...I love my toys much,lol Now I'm thinking about getting a Kawasaki 650 enduro bike to ride on the road..Will save gas with this,plus its freakin awesome!
Trialbyfire Posted June 3, 2007 Posted June 3, 2007 Sure it does. The 60" TV provides endless escapism into the wild west, the future, space, having perfect thighs (lateral thigh trainer - must get one), the huge breasts of the latest porn star... The power tool provides an escape that comes without having to pay alimony/lawyers fees. Although you'd need to be pretty good at digging if you use it for that purpose. :laugh: That works too. Keep in mind that digging requires more power tools or a bacco...
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