I have broken a few rings and always have a spare of each.

In addition, I went the extra mile and bought a back-up pump.

recommend There are a variety of VED's that work well for their users. I "recommend" the type that works for you. I use one of these https://www.vitalitymedical.com/encore-deluxe-vacuum-therapy-system-battery-or-manual-pump.html I use 2 Osbon rings for sex. 2 Osbons fit on the Encore so b...

ANY VED is going to cause that "hinge effect" if you want to hold an erection, you must use one of the smaller diameter rings I use one of these foam sleeves. If there is a "hinge effect" with one of these, it is so slight I don't notice. https://uandmetime.com/products/store/#e...

I don't use lube for a seal.

The Encore Deluxe VED came with a tube of Aquagel that was plenty thick.
I think it was the same stuff my Dr. used to explore my nether regions.

Sounds like some "manscaping" would help.

I use one of these for other reasons. I can see where it may help with your problem.
https://uandmetime.com/products/store/# ... ct=4958534

But as soon as I place the ring on dick and remove pump. I end up with a limp dick. If you have gotten an implant this is a moot point. However, if anyone else reading this has this problem you should 1. Try a smaller sized ring. 2. Try 2 rings. Often it takes quite a bit of experimenting to get th...

#1 limited to 30 minutes She usually gets off once or twice well before that time limit. #2 Your penis gets cold and turns purplish For some reason after a couple of years of regular pumping my dick doesn't get cold during the time frame. Still gets dark. spontaneity. Far, far better for us to have...

VED with a pressure gauge

I have yet to find a medical grade VED with a gauge. Maybe there are some?

I don't know the exact date we started with a VED.
Somewhere around 8 or 9 years ago. At least once a week, except for an occasion illness or injury.

I think that is something each couple should decide for themselves.
It took us a few months of pump use to arrive at a mutually satisfactory method.
Like others here I set up in advance.