Cock Rings - What They Are and What They Do?
What Are They?
Cock rings are a piece of material usually worn around the base of the penis behind the testicles but they can also be worn just around the base of the shaft. They can be made from just about anything: leather, metal, rubber, or rope. Some have snap closures while others are made into one solid o-ring. Cock rings are great for solo or partner play. They are hands free once put on and are very easy to use. They are relatively inexpensive ranging in price from $10- $30.
Some cock rings have attachments that vibrate. This can take the form of a single removable vibrating bullet or a built in vibrator or even two vibrators (one for each partner!).
How Do They Work?
Cock rings work by applying a steady pressure to the base of the penis. This is intended to gently restrict blood flow out of the penis. There are a couple of benefits to using a cock ring. They can make an erection harder and slightly delay ejaculation by keeping blood in the penis. A cock ring won’t cause an erection but they can help prolong one. Rings also help to bring focus to the genitals in a way that many men aren’t used to. The blood being held in the penis combined with an extra focus on that area increases sensation for many men. Some men find that cock rings cause them to have more intense orgasms because the body has a longer time to build up the sensation.
New To Cock Rings?
Rings can come in all shapes and sizes, with extra attachments or multiple rings and dividers. Our advice to the cock ring novice is to start out with something simple.
If you are just starting out try a ring made out of a stretchy material or that has a fastener. These are much easier to get on and off. Solid metal rings should only be used by experienced players who are familiar with their body’s response to constriction and who are familiar with techniques to remove these rings if they get stuck.
It can take a few tries to get comfortable using a cock ring. For rings made out of stretchy materials, the thicker the material generally the less stretchy and more constricting the ring. You can also look at the diameter of the center hole to assess how tight a ring will be. It is better to start your cock ring exploration with a ring that is a little loose and work your way up to something that is tighter. Great starter rings include the Relaxed Fit Ring and the Easy-On Ring.
Step By Step:
1. Choose your poison! Choose a ring that suits your needs. Make sure you understand how to get it on and off and if it vibrates, how to turn it on or off.
2. Get your gear up! Now its time to fantasize, masturbate, or get your partner to help you out getting an erection. iI doesn’t have to be raging but cock rings go on easiest to semi-erect penises.
3. Make it wet! Lube can help the ring slide on (or off) the penis.
4. Be a mad scientist! Experiment! You can wear a cock ring over the penis and testicles or just around the base of the penis. If you choose a vibrating addition, try moving the vibrating portion so it hits different spots on each partner. Test out different ways of wearing and positioning the ring so that it works best for you.
5. Masturbate! Although cock rings can be fantastic partner toys, if this is your first adventure with one try putting it on alone and finding out what different sensations you can create and what feels best. You can always let your partner in on the fun later!
Safety
Cock rings should only be kept in place for a maximum of 20 min. after that it is best to take it off and let the blood circulate into and out of the penis again. This doesn’t mean that the fun has to stop though! Just because the ring comes off for a while doesn’t mean it can’t go back on later or that you need to lose your erection or race to orgasm before the ring come off. Of course if you feel any discomfort or pain then take it off!
TIP: Trim or shave pubic hair for easy removal of the ring. If you or your partner like a full mane, then be careful
TIP: If you are using cock rings with condoms, we recommend wearing a ring style that goes behind the testicles, this prevents it from interfering with the condom and potentially tearing it. If you do choose to wear a ring around just the base of the penis with a condom be aware of the potential for it to tear the condom and be extra careful! Soft materials like elastomer are less likely to tear condoms then rings with snaps or other fasteners.
Wait, I don’t have a penis!
You can use a cock ring too!
Cock rings love silicone dicks! Whether to add a little buzz or to make a fashion statement, a cock ring is a stylish accessory to any fake cock. Take a look at the Neo Ring.
Vibrating cock rings made from very stretchy materials (like elasomer) are perfect to make your everyday vibrator into a duel toy with both clitoral and internal stimulation. They can also be great for sliding over your fingers into your palm for buzzing hand jobs on men or women! Want a versatile and inexpensive option for all kinds of play? Try the Cosmic Ring.
Wanna give great head? Use a vibrating cock ring on him with the vibrator part sitting against the testicles while you do your magic. It will provide a nice vibration and put pressure on the perineum which many men find pleasurable.
TIP: Accessorize! Some men (and women!) really like the way a ring makes the genitals look. Try a sexy striptease with a cock ring already on underneath your clothes. Even if you don’t find a huge difference between wearing it or not, the visual stimulation can be a fun treat!
Want To Know More?
Come in or call to ask us! We also have a variety of books that include information about cock rings. Check out the Good Vibrations Guide to Sex or for those interested in cock and ball play, dividers and other toys try Hardy Haberman’s Family Jewels.
