Floggers 101: How to Get Your Flog On

Floggers can be a lot of fun and provide an extensive range of feelings with a bit of practice.

Although floggers are sometimes seen as the epitome of kinky adult entertainment, little advice is available on how to choose the best flogger for your personal BDSM shenanigans or how to use it properly and successfully.

That's where we come in, in all humility, with what we hope will be a handy how-to on everything you need to know about floggers, even things you might not have considered asking.

Flogger Basics

There are many different flogger varieties, styles, and materials, including rope-type floggers, floggers with large leather strands, and short, few-strand vinyl floggers.

We will undoubtedly be unable to cover every version of this product. But don't worry—there are a few fundamental principles that apply to all floggers, regardless of their size, design, or weight.

First, a lighter flogger, whether or not it has many tails or strands, will typically have a considerably stronger stinging effect. This is especially true if the flogger is constructed of a synthetic substance, such as plastic or latex.

On the other hand, a heavier model and make, typically composed of leather, tend to have a more profound and penetrating effect.

[The crimson velveteen tails of Sportsheets' Enchanted Flogger are excellent and ideal for caressing and providing gratifying flogging.]

As a result, using a heavier type can inflict deep bruises, while using a lighter one can, at worst (or best, depending on your kinky frame of reference), produce something like welts.

Where to Use a Flogger

The ass, which is Nature's pleasure cushion, is the suggested location on the body.

Indeed, some people enjoy being hit on the shoulders and even the thighs, but to be honest, this is only a good idea if both the flogger and the floggee (however that's spelt) have a lot of experience because there's a real risk of serious injury if done incorrectly.

As long as you carefully avoid striking the lower back or coccyx, often known as the tailbone, the ass is a pretty forgiving area of human territory. You should stay away from these locations because, despite the low risk, there is still a chance that the spine could be harmed.

Furthermore, as with any other type of BDSM activity, always ensure that there are open lines of communication between all parties, especially if one of you is unfamiliar with this kinky equipment.

When you first start flogging, it's advised that you temporarily set aside roles of dominance and submission because you don't want to be restricted in your ability to communicate and share how things are going—at least until you both understand what it's like to be flogged and to be floggers.

Never forget the unbreakable laws of BDSM, which include doing it sanely (with both of you on the same page), safely (both physically and emotionally), and, most importantly, without a doubt, whatever happens, is done consensually.

How to Use a Flogger

The type of flogger and the person getting it will determine how to wield it, but it's a good idea to start slowly and gently with a few test strokes until both the one performing the flogger and the person receiving it are accustomed to how it feels and acts.

We strongly advise practicing with a new flogger on a pillow until you understand how it works and how to direct it in the desired direction.

Following this, many people find that using a steady, rhythmic flogger is essential to having fun since it enables the bottom to experience the feelings. The play may seem jarring if the impact or location is inconsistent, making it more annoying than pleasurable.

Do you recall the coccyx? Floggers can occasionally "wrap when the strands bend around on impact and produce stinging sensations, even though you may believe the tails are landing where you are aiming them.

How is the tailbone related to this? It might be challenging for novices to aim for the juicy, pleasant areas of an ass without inadvertently causing the tails to wrap and strike that delicate area.

Regarding safety, floggers can occasionally be heavy, and it normally takes a lot of strokes to use them. To avoid injuring oneself more than their partner, it is crucial that the top position themselves in a stable and comfortable manner.

Therefore, don't be afraid to get your bottom—well, bottom—into a good position so you can be precise without hurting your shoulder or back.

How to Pick a Good Flogger

Even if there are a lot of kinky handcrafters, a novice should buy a well-made flogger rather than attempt to construct one themselves. Those skilled at creating them know how to balance them, what materials to use, and how long to tie the strand for the best effect—all of which a novice would not be familiar with.

Additionally, you will likely have multiple floggers in your play-bag. One flogger might warm up your butt, and once it's nice and toasty, you might need another one or two to get at that deliciously deep tissue and release endorphins truly.

What to look for in your first flogger: We recommend choosing one that is as comfortable on the top and bottom as possible so that you can acclimate to its feel and behavior.

In light of this, leather is preferable to latex or other synthetic materials since it is less overpowering and provides a more profound, all-around sensuous effect. However, you should choose the latex variety if you prefer a more potent sting.

[Look at the Shadow Rope Flogger from Sportssheets if you're searching for a flogger with several play choices. You can use the smooth ropes to flog your lover and to tease and tickle them.]

While shorter-tailed floggers may seem like a decent choice for novices, we recommend one more in the middle of the length spectrum. The reasoning is that a shorter one will weigh less and, once more, typically result in a more acute feeling. The feeling should be less intense, with one that is neither too long nor too short. Furthermore, regulating where they land should be relatively simple due to their medium-length tails.

Lastly, we advise purchasing a beginner's flogger that isn't, to use a fancy term, fancy—for example, without braided or knotted tails. The problem is that these extra features can frequently make the toy feel severe, which may be too much for people without any flogging experience.

If you've had some experience with Sportssheets, you might like a lengthy, sumptuous flogger like the Jeweled Flogger. This flogger is sophisticated and powerful, with falls of 30 inches.

Flog Away

Floggers can be a lot of fun and provide an extensive range of feelings with a bit of practice. But like so many other parts of safe, sane, and consensual BDSM play, it's crucial to realize that everything you do is a learning experience and that even those with decades of expertise encounter unexpected situations.

When the things—and will—go—going, d, don't point the finger at them; instead, listen, answer with empathy, and move on, perhaps with a greater understanding of how to do it better. This time. This applies to both people who are flogged and those who perform it.

In light of all of this, enjoy choosing, honing, and using your new flogger—or floggers, as the case so frequently is—and may the grins, groans, and excited squeals that follow indicate even more exciting times to come!