))) TC Video important announcement

[tickler_n_black]

hello from TC Video in california.

it is with regret that we make this official announcement:

February 28th, 2003 will be the last day we will sell and/or ship DVDs or CDroms. we have made the decision to stop shipping our tickling material through the mail. this will free up much needed time to deal with personal (family related) health issues.

so please decide on which tickling titles of ours you would like to own and purchase them before the end of February. on March 1st the order pages will be taken down and no more product will be shipped (products ordered before March 1st will, of course, still be shipped)

this is not a threat to make you buy our product. this is a genuine effort to warn people ahead of time that the ability to own our tickling movies on "hard copy" will soon end forever. so if you want tickling movies that we have you'll need to order them swiftly.

the following statements should help answer your questions:

1)YES, OUR ONLINE CINEMA WILL REMAIN OPEN. YES, WE WILL STILL HAVE STREAMING MOVIES AND 5 MINUTE DOWNLOADABLE CLIPS ON OUR SITE.

2)NO, OUR MOVIE TITLES WILL NOT BE SOLD AT ANOTHER WEBSITE. THEY WILL NOT BE SOLD ANYWHERE. THEY WILL HOWEVER REMAIN UNDER COPYRIGHT PROTECTION.

3)THIS CHANGE IS NOT JUST FOR WEEKS OR MONTHS. THIS DECISION IS PERMANENT. WE PLAN ON NEVER SHIPPING VHS, CD OR DVD PRODUCTS THROUGH THE MAIL AGAIN.

4)NO MORE NEW DVD TITLES WILL BE RELEASED. OUR TWO NEWEST TITLES (TOH 3 & OSS2) ARE THE LAST TITLES EVER TO BE PUT ON DVD. SO DO NOT WAIT FOR MORE TITLES BEFORE ORDERING. WHAT IS ON OUR SITE NOW IS ALL THAT WILL BE ON OUR SITE.

thank you very much for listening and we hope that this month of February we can provide you with tickling material that you've been meaning to purchase but never got around to it because you thought "i'll do it tomorrow."


BROWSE ALL AVAILABLE DVD TITLES HERE

BROWSE ALL OUR CD-ROM MPG FILES HERE

DON'T FORGET THE GREAT "3 DVDS FOR $99" SPECIAL - CLICK HERE

in conclusion: February 28th is the last day you will be able to buy CD-ROMS or DVDs of any of our tickling media that we've ever filmed.

 

[NYCity]

TIB, Best of luck in dealing with what you have to, and thank you very much for everything you've contributed to the tickling community. Hope you'll still be around the boards.

 

[devilscabanaboy]

TIB,

It's amazing how long and how successful a run you've had. You've brought more quality work to our community and responded to more peoples' desires and requests than anyone on the market. It's truly a tragic loss for all of us if you are to go. If it's to better handle your personal life and the tribulations therein, I'm sure we can all understand and empathize with that. I'm just hoping it isn't the recent string of complaints and inflamed rhetoric that gets tossed around on boards like this that has caused you to make this drastic decision. It's my firm belief that they are the vast minority - they simply belong to a minority that likes to complain and wants to sound bigger and more powerful than they are.

Most people never speak up unless they have a gripe; I'm hoping that will change now. I'm not often vocal, but I am sorry to see you go, and hope that you might reconsider. I hope others will join me in saying so - we are ever so much better with you around.

DCB

 

[The Last Laugh]

Oh my god! Is this real? I'm speechless. Or nearly so.

TC has done such great things for the tickling community over the years. You've produced an impressive selection of high-quality videos with great ticklish models. While I've never ordered one of your videos I know from all the positive comments on the TMF that you've always provided excellent service to your customers, and I truly admire you for it. You've been one of the very best in the market ever since you started. I can honestly say that you've been a inspiration for my own work.

TIB, as well as the other TC people, let me tell you how saddened I am to learn that circumstances have lead to your deciding to stop a good part of your activities. But I also understand how important it is to make sacrifices so that one can invest more time and effort into other priorities, especially something as fundamental as a healthy life.

I sincerely hope that things will go well for you in the future. I also hope TC continues to have success with its remaining online services. It's not quite the same, but it's still quality stuff and I'm sure a lot of people will continue to support you.

I lift my hat to you for all that you've accomplished. You fully deserve all the praise you've got in the past and will continue to get in the future. The tickling community won't be the same without you. Thank you for everything, I wish you all the best.

 

[Prime]

I wish you good luck. The few times i did have to email The TC company i always got a quick and courteous response. Hope you family health issues get better.

 

[Rasputin]

A Tribute to Tickler-N-Black...A Visionary

I remember when I first entered this wonderful thing we know as the Internet. As with all net virgins, I stayed up half the night typing subjects of interest into a search engine. When I typed tickling, I was sent to Realtickling.com. The very first Mpeg I ever downloaded was of Dina in "Happy Hour". I realized that I was not the only one who enjoyed watching beautiful women being mercilessly tickled. Through RealTickling, I found the TMF. This has all lead to me developing a comfort zone with my fetish.

I had purchased tickling videos and magazines (remember them?) before the Internet was opened for me. However, these are a few of the things that I saw Realtickling/TCVideos pioneer.

1. Movies with little or no cheesy plot. No Dracula costumes. No comical Dr. Ticklestein. These were movies that were focused on one thing...tickling girls with out making it look like a silly fetish.

2. The pre-tickle interview. When I saw the look on Dina's face when she was being asked if "She'd ever been tied and tickled?", I knew they were on to something. Sometimes the psychological and conversational aspects of tickling take a backseat to the actual physical aspects. Not at Realtickling.

3. The use of tools in videos. Feathers, q-tips and ice cubes filled videos when I first started purchasing them. Occasioanlly, you would see a girl who actually new how to use her nails. TIB brought electric toothbrushes, dental equipment, vibrators, and other cruel tools. Since then, most video producers use the tools that TIB brought into the mainstream.

4. Regular use of heavy bondage/dungeon equipment. Most of the time you would see a flimsy rope, or girls just holding each other down sloppily. Stocks, X-frames, and racks were fixtures with Realtickling.

5. The idea of a celebrity tickling video. It was an idea that was truly "thinking outside the box". There may have been talk before, but no one had pursued it to the point where they did. More importantly, when it was deemed logistically impossible, they stepped up, and took care of the people who made donations to the project.

6. The use of orgasms and tickling. I know many women who are off the scale ticklish on their privates post orgasm. Evidently, TIB did too. No one had mixed in post orgasm tickle torture before.

7. Consistently beautiful women. Realtickling always had the best looking models that were actually ticklish. This includes a Playboy Playmate.

8. Accountability. When critics roared, or questions were asked, or when the consumers made requests, TIB was there. I have often commented that TIB has a "brass sack", and will step up when called upon. When new movies came out, rest assured, there would be a free clip, no questions asked.

I could go on, but everyone who is well-informed, and has been around the TMF, knows the contributions that Realtickling has made to our community. You will see their contributions in other producer's material. These contributions have made the industry better. Many of us take for granted elements that weren't around seven or eight years ago. Many newbies don't realize there was a time when these elements weren't there.

Godspeed TIB, and Thank You!

Rasputin

 

[Krokus]

Wow...

Quite a shocker....with all the controversy, I sorta expected it...still, it is quite a shocker.

 

[CDFGA]

Expected it,.....

(quote): "with all the controversy, I sorta expected it..."

Well, not trying to rub it in, ...but, well, I mean, in all honesty, it was just a matter of time.

 

[Raul]

I'm with you Rasputin, well said!

I own 50-60% of everything TC has ever produced, and I consider it among the best on the market. Sorry to see you go, TIB

Raul🙁

 

[mabus]

Why?

Why? I saw a recent thread that said Cierra Baynes' "length of time of use" agreement was up, so everyone had to get her stuff now. Then, right after, you say you guys are shutting down the company. Was it related to that? Was she going to like, sue you or something? Was it some legal trouble with the whole tickling thing? (I'm thinking, maybe that crazy girl who called Francois decided to go after RealTickling, I don't know...)

Then people are saying, "with all the controversy.." What controversy? Criticism? Okay, I have criticized on a few occasions Femfeet's stuff, but I have also posted positive things, and even named two of their videos masterpieces, and I wasn't being flattering either, they were excellent works of art.

But you can't leave because of that!!!!
Who cares if people criticizes?! (If you are closing up shop because of that!) Has it gotten that bad, I mean, I haven't noticed, except for a recent earlier thread:
http://www.ticklingforum.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=24496

I can't believe one of the top video producers would close up shop because of criticism by faceless names on a forum. I mean, mainstream movies get flamed all the time, yet the directors still work. Joel Shumacher nearly got death threats after "Batman and Robin," but he still works. Anyone who ever worked on Star Trek gets insulted daily on internet forums, ...damn Trekkers... but they still work. The problem is, most people who would have something positive to say, never say it. I thought The Two Towers was a masterpiece, but I haven't told Peter Jackson yet. I won't sit down and write a letter telling him. But I know for sure those who didn't like it made sure to tell him. That's just how life is. No one compliments a smooth road, but they let the mayor know about all the bumpy ones.

If it really is health issues, we'd love to give you support. Look at all the support slave4tickles got, and is still getting, along with every other sick or downtrodden member of the forum. I can't imagine that you would shut down forever because of a health issue, and that's why I have to be skeptical of the health issue thing...kind of like when actors leave a movie because of "creative differences." Because if it really is a health issue, it would have to be serious, and because we here care about you guys, we want to offer support.

 

[marcusb]

You mention you will still offer streaming and clips. Is that to say you will continue to produce new material and only offer in via streaming or that only the current titles will be offered?

 

[UnclStevel]

Dang Brian 🙁 I hope that everything gets worked out with your family issues. This sounds like a serious problem. You are in my prayers. Not only is TC one of the best in the business, which I give you big praise for, but you're one heck of a nice guy too. Hanging around realtickling.com feels like walking into Cheers for me, and I feel like Norm is leaving town for a while. Hang in there and remember that miracles can happen.

Uncle Steve

 

[tickler_n_black]

You mention you will still offer streaming and clips. Is that to say you will continue to produce new material and only offer in via streaming or that only the current titles will be offered?

good question marcusb. no, we don't plan on producing any new material for a very long time, if ever. we're really truly putting on the brakes over here. this decision (stopping the mail order sales of dvds and cds) will halt 80% of our income. we're still doing it. i do have some short footage of a cool F/F tickle fight on a bed. i suppose someday i'll turn that into a 5 minute clip. but no, the lights and cameras have been boxed up and "put on the shelf."

thanks for asking and take care.

 

[tickle1]

REALTICKLING AND FEMFEET

To the staff and tib,
I am so sorry to see your company close it's doors after a long run. I know the economy is bad and all that but PLEASE do not close for very long because the tickling community needs
you. I have over 20 videos and three of your dvds. You do excellent work. Will you keep us informed on when you will reopen the site if at all. We in the tickling community appreciate the work you did as a company as well as the tib did a great job in tickling all the
beautiful women that you have. E-mail me at [email protected] thanks. I hope everything goes well.

🙁 😉 😉

ALL THE BEST,
John Meeters LAS VEGAS, NEVADA

 

[Neutron]

TIB

As we say in the nuclear business,

Ya did good 🙂

Be safe


Tron

 

[tickler_n_black]

nycity, devilscabanaboy, francois a, prime, rasputin, raul, mabus, unclestevel, tickle1 & nuetron.....

thank you very much. it feels nice to get this kind of positive support at this time. people sometimes throw words around like "it means a lot to me" all to easily. but i mean it. your posts really do mean a lot to kathy and me.

 

[tickler_n_black]

Re: TIB

As we say in the nuclear business,

Ya did good 🙂

do they say that a lot? i thought they would be saying "don't look directly at it! hold your breath! duck! take cover!" 🙂

 

[kingjamez]

TIB & Kathy,

I'd like to add my 2 cents here as well...I've had nothing but positive feedback regarding my experiences with TC. Without even looking at the tickling aspect of the business, their professionalism in shipping and replying to inquiries is superior to ANY mailorder business that I've dealt with. In a few cases, the time from dropping payment in the mailbox to receipt of order has been less than 5 business days. Not too shabby, especially since I'm still waiting for an "Onion.com" compilation I ordered from Amazon over a month ago! I do plan on ordering before the cutoff, and I'm sure I'll get it before my Amazon order arrives.

In regards to content, I've continually been pleased with the titles I've ordered in the past 3 or so years. In that time, I've seen the quality improve and variety of scenes increase. TIB's interaction with the models has always been entertaining, and they've always featured a great cast of models.

All I can say is that I'm sorry to hear of your family issues and that I hope that all will improve in the future for you & your family.
You've made a positive impression on this community, and that will not be forgotten.

Good luck,
Jim

 

[Neutron]

LOL

Actually TIB we don't say "Ya did good" anywhere near enough. Words we prefer are
Oh shit
Whoops
Honest I wasn't anywhere near it when it broke
Run
Run like hell
Fuck, Shit, Run like hell so no one knows we were anywhere near it when it broke 🙂

Honestly I know at times I've been a harsh critic, but thats only because when I first came here I found a whole new standard of Vids. And that was FemFeet courtesy of you and Kathy. Until then it was cal Star/ Prestige, Vid Tech for me. Hell I'm taking advantage of your CD ROm offer even as we speak.

When I first saw Ticklish Guest and Laffworks my mind about blew (among other things). The thing is, when you set a high standard you in fact become the standard. And once you become the standard no one is ever totally satisfied with what you do again. Take pride in that you're like the old NY Yankees, who when they won a game 5 to 0 , people wondered whats wrong with the Yankees? You can take great pride in that whenever someone says one of your videos sucks, they also admit it sucks compared with your OTHER videos. You've had a good run, and I know this isn't a publicity stunt on your part. Everytime I've had an issue with femfeet I've been dealt with fairly, and expeditiously, even when I haven't been so nice about raising my concerns. Where we've differed is mostly on content, and that's to be expected. If you were to decide to unretire I'd be the first to welcome you back, then be the first to bitch about your next video 🙂 But I would welcome you back with open arms.

I ONLY wish you'd made my cheerleader vid my friend.

Live well and at least please visit the forum eh?


Tron

 

[WallStreet]

I haven't bought many of TC's videos over the years. Only a handful. They also gave me a free CD Rom.
I was very fortunate in the fact that the few videos I purchased were right on the money. Variety of Giggles will always remain as TIB's Opus. Similiar to the way that Joe Frazier peaked during the first Ali fight.
Hopefully TIB's mom will find days of better health.

 

[Neutron]

Ya Know..

I just got a short email from TIB which really shows me what a class act he really is. I won't say what was in it, but I will say I was pleasantly surprised.


Tron

 

[mabus]

TIB, first off, will you and Kathy remain on the forum, or will you leave this, also? Kathy said she would drop by from time to time, but it appears she hasn't. Unless I missed her.

Secondly, I wish you and Kathy, and everyone else would read a thread I just started. The responses may open your eyes to your critics, and will once and for all determine if they can put their money where their mouth is, or are simply long on complaints and short on actions.

http://www.ticklingforum.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=24714

 

[Dave2112]

Wow, am I shocked. I've had the pleasure of conversing with TiB on many occasions, and I can't mention a more dedicated person. I really hope that all of your problems find a happy solution. There's more to life than tickling, and sometimes you just gotta do what's right for you.

TiB, you've been a godsend to this community right from the start and I wish you all the best. You know where I'm at if you'd like to stay in touch.

Sir, it's been an honor and a pleasure...

...May the Force Be With You.

😎

 

[dodger]

Its actually great to see all this support coming from many different people for the tibulator. It's not often that the tickling community agrees on anything. But like I said before it is a quite obvious fact that TIB and Kathy kicked royal ass the last few years in the tickling world. To bad they didn't get on howard stern like yaqi did. Can you imagine if TIB tickled Kristin Lea on howard stern? Or any of his ticklish models. That would be a real show to watch and a great lesson in tickling for all those "clubs for hands" guys that work howards tickle chair. Better yet imagine Priscilla James on howard stern both tickling and being tickled. Wow!

 

[Oddjob0226]

I'm just sad to see this happen. You did some great stuff, TIB. I hope all goes as well as it possibly can.

M