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| - It is what it is. A bathhouse and spa aimed at gay men. It has its problems, pros and cons like any business. Though in the sport of being fair, I won't be unreasonable in my review.
You do have to enter from a side road via the I-17 or 19th Avenue going northbound only. Look for the cactus or the glow of the linger of the neon light in the evenings and night. Parking looks like it's been expanded. I didn't park in the dirt lot, plenty of parking in the regular lot. Honestly I didn't ask if the dirt lot was for Flex, just assumed. There are cameras covering the lot in certain spots. To be safe don't leave valuables in your car to be on the safe side. There are many off duty cops who come so that's a one up, but don't risk it.
You can get a locker, room, or rent a playroom. I rented a locker, put my backpack in easy enough. I changed out of my clothes and went about my way in the facility. Shower then steam room. There's a maze and a dark playroom if that suits you. I went to the shower, steam room, then the pool. Pool is saltwater, and warmed when it's busier which is very fun, why I choose here over chute.
I was in town to tend to family who are remodeling, no hot water in their place. So I was in and out of here plenty over a couple days. The guys at the front were nice to me in the regard that instead of charging me the non-membership price, they consolidated how many days I had been there and gave me a month membership which did save me money since I was in and out 6 days in a row. So for guys going in and out like me, you should consider it.
As for the clientele. That can vary, just like chute. Sometimes there's plenty of guys, sometimes there's a few. I went to just relax swim and clean up from my day. But others are more interested in causing trouble. There is a rumor going around that there was a syphilis outbreak and a bedbug infestation. Both of these rumors are false, made up by bitter prostitutes who were also selling meth, kicked out by management. Soliciting and drug dealing is not tolerated and will result in a permanent ban. If you see someone solicit for sex or sell drugs in the facility just tell an employee and they'll take care of it.
Other than that, if you go to play or relax. Pretty fun place. Plus you're near the 17 and 10 so easy to get around if you miss go home or morning traffic.
Have fun!
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