Thank you all for your responses and for sharing your experiences. I'm really glad to see that others share this approach to barebacking, keeping it in a healthy, drug-free environment.
@jeff238 and @BootmanLA, I completely agree with you. The pleasure comes from direct contact, the connection, and the intensity of the moment, without having to deal with unnecessary complications caused by drugs.
@Poz50something, your testimony is powerful, and I appreciate your honesty. It’s a strong reminder of the consequences that some experiences can have. I firmly believe that sex should remain a moment of pleasure and clarity, not something ruined by substances that alter perception and experience. Your story really highlights that it’s never trivial.
Personally, I try to be clear from the start with my partners about my expectations and boundaries. I’d love to know how you guys bring up the topic with new people. Do you ask directly? Do you wait for signs that might indicate drug use? I'm curious to hear your approaches to avoiding these kinds of situations.
Thanks again for the discussion!