This guy isn't the classiest member of the neighborhood.
From the SJ Mercury News:
But Blacker wants to talk about his business, which is selling, uh, stripper poles.
What do you mean, ``What's a stripper pole?''
``It's becoming extremely mainstream,'' says Blacker, a laid-off tech worker turned businessman. ``Everybody over the age of 10 knows what a stripper pole is.''
If you missed fifth grade that day, let me explain. Blacker's San Jose company sells home versions of the floor-to-ceiling poles used by erotic dancers.
I know what you're thinking. But Blacker's poles are meant for heart-healthy exercise. And, OK, also for what you're thinking.
``Not only can you do a great workout, it's basically a striptease for your significant other,'' Blacker, 37, says. ``It's a win-win.''
He parks his van with advertising on the side in his driveway. At least he's around the corner.
Posted by Mike at December 1, 2003 09:43 AM