It was a famous saying in Russia (at the time of Soviet Union), “There is no SEX in Russia”. It was taken out of TV discussion between Phil Donahue and Russian TV audience. Well, what they meant, was – any mention about sex was completely forbidden in media and public life. Condoms were extremely not popular. STDs were on a rise and then came AIDS.
Condom manufacturing started in Russia in 1930s. It was made by the same company that made gas masks. Gas masks were named Product #1 (it was considered a part of Personal Protection Equipment package and was a secret product) Condoms were named Product #2. They were extremely thick and had an awful smell. This is a typical example of Soviet Era Condom
Those days you can buy any brand of condoms in Russia. Prices vary, but they are compatible to the prices in USA.
