Poll: Why Do You Hook Up?

As someone who has been in a serious relationship for years, I’ve met a lot of men who also enjoy the casual nature of hookups. I’ve also realized that there are very different kinds of hookup styles – how a man pursues, the kind of sex he wants, what he’s looking for, and what a hookup means to him. Because really, is a hookup ever just a hookup? Some people view this approach to dating as shallow, but others like myself know that there can be hookups that become something more than just a roll in the hay but less than a shared one-bedroom apartment. My curiosity inspired me to post this poll for our HookupLand readers. I want to know why men regularly or not-so-regularly hook up, whether it’s for casual sex, an escape, or just a lifestyle. Take this poll now and return to see the updated results.

How Does Quantity and Quality Affect Your Online Dating?

I still believe in meeting someone the old fashioned way. I'd rather meet The One, than have a hundred hookups.
I’m new to online dating. I’ve created a profile and looked around, but I’m yet to actually message or meet anyone.
I meet up with someone about once a week, sometimes it turns into something and sometimes goes nowhere. I don’t take it all that seriously.
I use hookup apps for casual sex. It cuts through a lot of crap, but still takes effort. I’d love to go on a couple of dates a week, but it works out to one if I’m lucky.
I meet up with women a few times a week. I’m open to any kind of relationship and that seems to draw more responses from women.
I’m polyamorous and have a many lovers and am always open to more. I’m open and honest and practice safe sex.
I feel addicted to online dating. Sometimes I go on four or five dates a week. I’m trying to pull back, as it’s become all consuming.
I use dating apps when I fail to meet women naturally in my day-to-day life. It’s a tool that’s there when I need it.

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Poll: Why Do You Hook Up?

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