Whips

Impact play starts here: riding crops, paddles, floggers and whips from Bound to Please, BOUND and Bound to Play. Options range from silicone crops and a heart-shaped crop with a feather tickler to nubuck leather paddles with brass studs.

Floggers spread the impact across many tails for a thuddy feel, crops deliver a sharper, more precise sting, and paddles cover a wider area. Some crops have a feather tickler at the other end for a softer contrast.

Start gently and build up, stick to fleshy areas like the buttocks and thighs, and avoid the face, spine, kidneys and joints. Agree a safe word before you begin. For restraint to go with it, see restraints.

What's a good first impact toy? A small paddle or a crop with a feather tickler gives you control and range, from light taps to firmer strokes.

What goes well with a whip or paddle? Fetish collars and cuffs for power play, and nipple toys for contrasting sensation.

This guide is general information, not medical advice. Always follow the instructions that come with your product, and speak to your GP or a pharmacist first if you have a health condition, are pregnant or have any concerns.