How to choose whips and paddles for BDSM?

Anyone who wants to turn up the heat in bed needs a whip or a sex paddle. Here you’ll find toys for gentle spanking as well as a proper thrashing. Whips, floggers, canes, batons, paddles… choose what suits you best.

Erotic paddles are a must-have in any BDSM drawer. Has your partner been naughty? Punish him/her. Take a small leather flogger in hand, or tie your partner up first (we’ve put together a few tips in our article about the Japanese bondage technique Shibari) and turn them into your willing plaything with the help of bondage gear. 

Whether you suffer in silence, moan loudly, or give your partner exactly what they deserve, this sexual game is something both of you can enjoy.

What is BDSM?

You may remember the term sadomasochism. Yes, BDSM can be simply described that way too. BDSM can be understood as a set of erotic activities whose intensity and demands depend entirely on the agreement between the two partners engaging in it. No manual sets the exact limits—only what feels good to you and the person you’re playing with. It’s a good idea to use a range of accessories for play, such as masks, gags, collars, clamps, whips, etc., which can take your BDSM play to the next level.

What does the BDSM acronym mean?

To better understand the range of sexual practices and activities involved in BDSM, it helps to know what the acronym stands for:

BD - bondage and discipline
DS - dominance and submission
SM - sadism and masochism

More FAQ about sadomasochism, aka BDSM

• What were the best-selling BDSM?

  With growing interest in erotic sadomasochistic techniques, the number of purchases in this area is also increasing. The best-selling BDSM category is bondage sets, which let even beginners try this technique. The best-selling product in this category is the Bad Kitty large bondage and BDSM set. Other top-selling BDSM segments are, unsurprisingly, classic accessories such as handcuffs and whips.

• What all falls under BDSM?

  As mentioned above, it’s a collection of many sexual practices that you can freely combine within BDSM. Here is a list of the most commonly used BDSM practices:
   
  1. Spanking
  2. Tying up, bondage
  3. Role play
  4. Humiliation
  5. Choking
  6. Pissing
  7. Fetish
  8. Using clamps
  9. Pouring hot wax

• Is BDSM safe?

  The safety of BDSM practices depends entirely on the responsibility of each person involved. Basic safety rules include:

  1. A clear and unmistakable safe word that stops any activity that becomes too painful.
  2. When practicing bondage, perfect knowledge of the knot being used and especially how to release it quickly.
  3. Mutual agreement and clearly defined boundaries that neither of you is willing to cross.
  
  

  Want to learn more about BDSM? Read our detailed article How to get into BDSM and you’ll see that you can discover a whole new dimension of eroticism.