New from those Lovely Folks @ Utilikilt!

[g koch]

The SPARTAN!

http://www.utilikilts.com/news-05-05.htm
Scroll down for pictures

And an description from http://uk.groups.yahoo.com/group/uti.../message/24078


> Spartan UK? Seen the pictures but aside from colors what be these
> critters?

I am so glad I can finally talk about these babies!!

The Spartan is the latest all-new kilt from Utilikilts. It is modeled
after professional boxer's trunks... incredibly lightweight, wide
elastic waistband, drawstring, and a single zippered wallet pocket in
the back.

You have never owned or felt anything as lightweight as this kilt. It
is amazing.

Now, I know some of you are scoffing right now, saying "No way man", or
"That's not for me at all", and I understand your feelings. Tony and I
were total skeptics as well. We thought the Spartan was a too-far a
deviation from the UK norm, and only a "certain group of men" would buy
it.

Well, we are both pleased to say that we were dead wrong!!

Even holding the kilt in hand, you are doubtful. But the moment you
step into it (because the elastic waistband is the closure, the snaps
are just cosmetic!), a grin comes over your face and you start
laughing. It is simply the most amazing thing to wear! Tony and I are
both converts. The customer yesterday that I forced to put one on, he
is now a convert.

When Steven puts his on it is like he has just had 12 espressos in a
row! He zooms around the office, jumps over stuff, races G.O.D. up and
down the stairs, and uses his trademark happy-yell of "WAHOO!" even
more often. He laughs about how animated he gets when wearing the
Spartan, and says "It's the kilt, man! I haven't had any coffee today
at all!"


Throw on a sweatshirt, some white tennis shoes, and a black Spartan,
and you are ready for any activity. It really is a blast...


Finally, I like to think of the Spartan as my Driving Kilt. It is so
lightweight and comfortable, it is like driving naked... and we all
know what fun THAT can be! ;-) Seriously, though, driving becomes a
different experience in this kilt because the boys ain't cramped (like
with pants), the cargo pockets aren't in the way (as sometimes happens
with UKs other kilts), and even if the pleats bunch up under you, it is
never uncomfortable because they are so light weight.

Try the Spartan. You'll love it!

- CJ
Seattle, WA

[Satirist]

I could find nothing on the UK web site about the price for one of these.

[g koch]

The newsletter sez their "Spartans are in stock and on the racks" but nada 'bout price.

One of you Vancouver/Seattle folks could check this out for us, eh?

[cavscout]

I heard somewhere around $100 US

[Yaish]

$95 each, still a bit more for larger sizes. I got mine Saturday, and I have some more in stock and will be bringing them to the SoCal HG this coming weekend.

Anyone have any questions?

[Jerry]

Is UK going to have a rep at the Potomac Celtic fest, June 11 and 12 in Leesburg Va, and if so will they have any Spartans with them?

[Yaish]

Yes, UK will be at the Potomac HG but I cant answer about their stock. Likely nobody knows yet, as availability is still small and its a long ways away yet.

I'd guess there is a good chance they'll at least have a couple, even if not in your size or a color you want. You'll at least get a chance to see them.

Also, dont be afraid to ask if the have one there personally. I always bring all my kilts with me for display, so people can see what they look like broken in.

[beerbecue]

I couldn't really get much detail from those photos......

[g koch]

Unsorted Facts, Q&A and a Review from the UK board:


Assorted Facts:

Spartans are currently on the rack, and shipping.

They are pleated with UKs Patented Symmetrical Pleating System, but the
waistband is 3 inch wide and elastic, with a drawstring. Just like pro
Boxer's trunks. The UK "Six Snap" logo is center front on the waistband
(just like Boxer's trunks), and there are two vertical silver stripes
from the hip to the hemline on both sides, on all three colors.

Inside, there is a "floating apron" which is connected at the
waistband, and hangs loose inside the kilt in front of your johnson.
This provides another layer of fabric to decrease your... erm...
"profile" in front. ;-)

The only pocket is a small zippered pocket over the right butt cheek,
where you can keep some cash or a credit card, house/car keys, and
condoms. The bare necessities!

The overall look of the kilt is sleek and sporty, and the shiny fabric
gives it a feeling of being just slightly flashy, too.

We have photos of it now, and those will be appearing on the website
soon.

Spartan.....
Here's the size break down for the Spartans.
Sm = 30-33
Md = 34-37
Lg = 38-41
Xl = 42-46
2x = 47-52
3x = 53-60

Base price is $95, they have the traditional UK sewn pleats just
attached to an elastic waistband. Sizes run Small, Med, Large,
XLarge, and then the normal 21.5, 23. 24.5 lengths.


Q & A from UK board:

QUESTION: What colors do they come in? And if the material is so light
weight, won't the slightest wind cause you to have a Marilyn Monroe
monent?

ANSWER: I'd noticed in mine this weekend that because the material is also
somewhat sheer the wind just passes through it. It still will blow
around a bit but when I jumped off the back of my truck with it, it
ballooned no more than any of my other kilts of the way down. Because
the wind can go right through the material it doesnt have as much push.


REVIEW from UK board:

So whats a Spartan?

A Spartan is like wearing pure naked bliss. Its awesome. I got mine
Saturday as I worked Long Beach Pride, and it was worth the wait (not
that I havent been bugging them for it for several months)

Elastic waistband with a draw string, step in variety not the familiar
wrap and snap. It has the trademark six snaps on the front apron but
they are for looks only, just sort of deadhead snaps to dress it up.

The material is a super lightweight nylon, SUPER lightweight. Very
very finely meshed. You cant see the holes of the mesh but they let
every little bit of breeze through on a hot day.

Current models have one, right side rear pocket with a zipper, just
perfect for stashing your house key, I.D., and maybe a couple bucks
cash as you head out for a jog.

Now one of the coolest things about the Spartan is the inside flap it
has. Try to stay with me as I explain it. Right inside the front of
the waistband, just under the centered UK logo on the waistband is a
strip of the material about 4 inches wide and just a few inches
shorter than the length of the kilt. Its free hanging except for
where it is attached at the very top. Now, where you to grab your
apron and lift it up, 'exposing' yourself what would really happen is
that the fabric strip would still be hanging directly between your
legs providing cover. Same deal if you happened to be sitting on the
quad sled machine at the gym and bent your knees on the downstroke.
That little strip is going to prevent you from getting your gym
membership revoked and criminal charges filed.

I've got the red right now and its hot. Sort of a maroon/burgundy
color, a nice dark red. Its also available in black and a bright
green. Now only if they had royal blue... (Duke colors)

[Galant]

Even more lightweight? I thought people wanted heavier, not lighter?