Next up is the width of the strap. The general rule of thumb is the wider the strap the more support it offers. So if you have a bulky Les Paul, or weighty bass then opting for as wide a strap as possible will certainly help spread the weight out evenly over your shoulder. Memory foam and highly padded straps are also available if weight is still an issue. What length of guitar strap is best?

Ernie Ball Guitar Straps - Andertons Music Co. Ernie Ball Guitar Straps - Andertons Music Co.

While there are times when DIY sex implements might be safe, this is not one of those times. Putting a rubber band around your balls is extremely dangerous! Here are the harmful consequences of using a rubber band around your balls, from most to least serious: Leather and Faux Leather… these two can be described together despite real leather often being softer. These just work… a good leather strap has little stretch but is supple enough to be comfortable, with good care they can last a long time even with regular washing, they are however very hard to truly sterilise, but really gags should only be for one partner…let’s not be spreading bugs around! The bottom line is that you should never put a rubber or elastic band around your testicles that isn’t specifically designed to go there. (This also applies to things you tie, like shoelaces and string). The risk of constriction and tissue damage is too high. Testicle or penis bruising is a risk with any device that involves constricting these areas, especially if they are left on for more than several minutes at a time. However, because of the extra-constrictive nature of rubber bands, the risk of bruising is increased.

Rubber Band Around Balls: Yes or No?

Interested in putting a rubber band around your balls as a DIY sex toy? In this article, we’ll discuss why you might put a rubber band around your testicles, if it’s safe, and what you can do instead. Safewords – in any type of BDSM play, safewords are a must, but when you have a gag in your mouth there is not much you can say, is there? You have to find other ways of telling your partner that you are uncomfortable with the current action. Simple three or four taps on your partner or the bed can be a good signal for him to stop whatever he is doing. Also, a bell of some sort is an option. For intermediate users, there are a bit more options. When you are comfortable wearing a ball gag you can start using something like a lip gag or ring gag, like these for example:

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At the same time I was broaching these subject with Sir I had a message pointing me to Trautaruan’s fetlife post on gags. I have never been the biggest fan of “Fet-experts” or any experts for that matter, but I have a lot of respect for him and his opinion is always worth a look. Better still, he doesn’t get offended if I disagree! As a result of reading this I asked if I could share it here, because… as a complete beginner I found it interesting and thought it may be a valuable resource for others embarking on their own adventures into the world of gags. Additionally, even short time periods of hyper-constriction caused by a rubber band around your balls could cause nerve damage. On the less-severe end of things, un-lubricated rubber is really rough and uncomfortable against skin and hair. This can lead to irritation and chafing and also result in pubic hair being ripped off, especially when the rubber band is put on and removed. I completely avoid string gags, any fine string used to hold a gag in is owwey almost from the outset, they tend to come on the very cheapest of gags and with such a small surface area all of the tension immediately starts to dig into the side of the mouth. They cause some of the worst gag-marks and often have some stretch, meaning to be effective they end up being very tight… its a no from me I’m afraid. CanvasThis advanced silicone O-ring gag is designed to open and stretch your sub’s mouth for a variety of options. The silicone makes it hypoallergenic, odorless, and tasteless for endless enjoyment. The ring makes the opened mouth stable while providing room for delicious activities. Pure leather straps make it a treat for the eyes. It is for experienced users I have to mention. The Great Dildo Gag First and foremost, we are musicians, and we want other players to find the right product for them. So we take into careful consideration everything from budget to durability to come up with a list of what we can safely say are the best guitar straps on the market right now.

Yoga Ball Strap - Etsy UK

Safety scissors– always keep scissors at hand in case something goes wrong. The sub may have a panic reaction to what you are doing and can’t show the safe signal you set before. In that case, use the scissors to break them free of the gag.

Why Should I Choose an Ernie Ball Guitar Strap?

Another big gap between writing anything here but I’ve been pondering writing my own guide or two just from my own experience and our toy cupboards (yes…it’s now turned plural!)

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Lip gag– a lip gag is a bit different from your standard ball gag, and it is rarer to see in movies but it has its perks. The lip gag usually goes on your lips, as the name says, but it has a hole and your teeth will be behind it meaning your mouth will stay open. This leads to possibly some of the best blowjobs you will ever give/receive or letting your partner explore the inside of your mouth with his fingers. Plus, various designs make them catchy and good-looking. The downside is that they don’t prevent loud noises as much as a ball gag would. After a bit of experimenting with all sorts of gags, I’ve come to my all-time favorite one in the form of this simplest ball gag. Sealed foam / hard PU foam is a little of a fence sitter for me. I have a couple of them in a harder, higher density foam from when I started out with gags. They attract bite marks like they are in fashion, have very little give and can taste a little odd if you don’t give them a good clean with time to air before using them. If you are going with one like this, do be careful once they start getting bitten into. These can start to shed once they are beaten up a little. Thus perhaps not making them ideal for a first gag. PVC… actually works quite well, not too much stretch but much softer than canvas and there’s a certain fetishism nature to the feel of shiny PVC around the mouth. Its not a great choice for long term use though, it can get quite warm and sweaty, holding moisture and causing chafing after a while. Latex We now have somewhere in the region of 50-60 different gags… a gag-session if you will. And have resigned quite a few to the “probably won’t be using that much” category and a much fewer number are not even in the gag drawer but are sitting on the bedside table or in my playbag, I hope to explain why and what may be a good start for anyone looking to find something new or even their first gag.The constriction of the testicles with a rubber band is a form of bondage and can introduce an element of erotic discomfort to sexual encounters, much the same way that testicle cuffs or a testicle cage might. The first time I used this gag changed everything for me. My boyfriend and I have a pretty distinct relationship in which he is the dominant one and I am the submissive little slut that does his bidding. There’s not too much more to add, other than… get one! (Or 3 or 10…) Closing thoughts on ball gags. The rubber ball is very comfortable to bite on when I’m getting hard-spanked by my boyfriend and the style of it all is very appealing to the eyes. Definitely worth trying! The Other Amazing Ball Gags I Highly Recommend