Also known as penis rings, C rings, tension rings, constriction rings and pleasure rings, cock rings are circular sex toys that fit snugly around your cock (and sometimes your balls too).
You might be wondering how there can be an iota of pleasure involved in clamping a toy around your dick, but believe me, there is.
The concept is relatively simple, the ring encircles your penis, squeezing the shaft and helping to retain blood, which can lead to harder erections for longer.
There’s a common misconception that cock rings are mainly for those who are past their sexual prime, or for penis owners struggling to get and keep a hard-on.
It’s true that cock rings can be useful in alleviating erection problems - if you struggle to stay hard, the ring should help.
If getting hard in the first place is the issue you can try a penis pump first to get things going and then slip the ring on. But cock rings aren’t just good for sorting out ED problems, they can be used by any Tom, Dick, or Harry just for fun.
Boost your bedroom performance with a cock ring, slip one on and you’re likely to enjoy a stiffer cock, a longer session, a more intense orgasm, and heightened stimulation.
If you’re new to cock rings it’s best to start simple with a flexible, non-vibrating cock ring that's soft, and not too tight.
Don’t wait until you’re rock hard before you try and ease one on, you might struggle.
Instead, pop the cock ring on when your dick is still flaccid or when you have a semi-lob on.
Make things even easier by using water-based sex lubricant (or any other), this will provide additional glide and slide.
As your penis gets stiffer the ring should become more noticeably tighter, but not to the point where it feels uncomfortable.
When you start mooching around to buy one, you’ll probably be surprised at the range of penis rings available.
You’ll find all sorts from cock rings and cages, to non-vibrating cock rings, vibrating cock rings, anal play cock rings, dual cock rings (also known as twin cock rings), and cock ring sets or multiple sizes cock rings.
Plenty of ways to play
It may be small and not much to look at, but the cock ring is a versatile little beast, don’t underestimate the different ways it can be used to enhance play.
A penis ring can boost sex with your lover but you don’t need a special friend to have a good time.
If you’re flying the solo the cock ring can be your new bestie when you’re playing with yourself.
Slip on your ring when you’re exploring different handjob techniques for a more intense experience.
You can even pimp your dildo by sliding a cock ring over it and using it to massage and caress your clit, balls, or perineum.
If you’re playing with a lover, use your cock ring to ramp up foreplay.
You can run the ring over your partner's erogenous zones, such as their nipples and inner thighs.
This is especially pleasurable when using a vibrating cock ring, try giving your lover a hand job or fingering them with the vibrating near their genitals for a buzz they won’t forget in a hurry.
Foreplay is always a hit, but you can use the cock ring for the main event too, and there are plenty of ways to wear it.
Place it around your cock, around your cock and balls, or just around your balls.
A cock ring applied to the testicles will help you last longer and gain better control of when you shoot your load.
Placing the ring around the shaft and balls should keep you hard for a while, you might need a little practice to master this one, but once it’s in place the cock ring should stay put.
For double the fun opt for a dual cock ring (twin cock ring). This should increase endurance and stiffness two-fold.
You can also wear your double cock ring around your cock and your balls (one ring for each).
I touched on using a vibrating cock ring for foreplay, and they’re also good for the main event.
Vibrating cock rings can be used to tease and stimulate above the cock or from below.
You might need to shift around to find the right place so it turns both you and your partner on.
If your lover is a vagina owner, and you’re enjoying face-to-face love-making e.g. missionary position, you’ll be able to place the vibrator part above your shaft and tickle her clit as you thrust in and out.
If you place the vibrating part below the shaft (near your balls) you can hit her clit and G-spot when you do it doggy style.
Wearing your ring lower will also send waves of pleasure through your balls and perineum so you can both get an added sexual thrill.
You can also use a cock ring to enhance oral.
You can wear it as normal whilst getting your dick licked and sucked, but there’s more than one way to use a ring.
Get your lover to slip a flexible cock ring over their tongue (make sure it’s a good fit and there’s no danger of them choking) and then lie back and enjoy a blow job with a difference – the cock ring rubbing against your shaft along with the tongue should be enough to send your pulse racing.
You could try returning the favor by giving your other half oral with the cock ring around your tongue. Eat out your partner with the textured cock ring in place and they will certainly thank you for you it.
If you like it then why not put a (cock) ring on it?
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About the author
Sex-positive, and a fan of exploring the bright and bold world of kink, Astolaine has a passion for creating adult content and has been working as a freelance writer for the past five years. When she's not at her laptop you'll find her taking a leisurely bubble bath, enjoying a Sauvignon, and devouring a pacy thriller or erotic novel.
