Nick Thorpe is attempting a new thing every week for 2010 and blogging about his experiences at 52newthings.co.uk
After weeks of pressure from readers, he finally caved and agreed to go for an infamous back, sack and crack wax (or "manzilian", if you must) with his friend Scott.
Special thanks to the Soho Salon in London for the waxing, and to Flip Video for the camera.
Follow Nick's progress and make your own suggestions at 52newthings.co.uk