Cock Rings 101: How to Put a Ring on It

PUT A RING ON IT WITH A COCK RING

We understand your need for that extra kick to get to a more heightened and prolonged sense of pleasure, but did you know that cock rings are some of the most versatile sex toys out there? 

Here are just some of the amazing uses of cock rings:

• To make your erection firmer and last longer
• To delay ejaculation
• To help folks with erectile dysfunction maintain an erection
• To give extra stimulation to your partner during penetration
• To take your dildo or vibrator to the next level
• To enhance your fingering game

Our selection of cock rings has something for every budget and need. We have rings that vibrate, work by remote control, and have quick release straps just in case. Don't be afraid to explore and experiment with these versatile and fun toys.

HOW DOES A COCK RING WORK?

Penis Rings, Pleasure Rings, C-Rings, Love Rings, Couples Ring - these are all the different names for a cock ring but they all do the same basic thing.

Cock rings fit around the base of the penis, or the penis and testicles, to let the blood flow into the penis and slow down the blood flowing out. That temporarily trapped blood is what allows you to have a longer, firmer erection that can last for an extended period of time. 

ARE COCK RINGS SAFE?

Are cock rings safe? You bet. Just make sure you follow some simple rules:

• Never wear a cock ring that feels uncomfortable when you first put it on
• If a cock ring pinches or gives pain, take it off immediately
• If there is any discomfort, discoloration, dramatic swelling, numbness, or coldness – take it off immediately
• Never wear a cock ring longer than 20-30 minutes
• DO NOT FALL ASLEEP WITH YOUR COCK RING ON
• Keep lubricant nearby to help take off the ring if necessary
• Don’t use a cock ring with numbing creams because this may lessen your awareness of how your penis is feeling

HOW DO I FIND THE PERFECT COCK RING?

Cock rings come in different forms, sizes, and with varying additional features. What your desires are would be the basis in finding the perfect fit. Here are some good guidelines to follow for the first time cock ring shopper

• A simple, stretchy ring is usually a good first time purchase because you can wear it around the shaft alone or shaft and testicles
• A vibrating ring is great if you are using it with a partner, to add extra stimulation for your partner. 
• A snap on ring is perfect for anybody who is a nervous first time user because it is a quick release
• Loop rings (that look like a lasso) are completely adjustable and a good starting point for experimenting with looping around the penis and testicles. 

HOW DO I PUT ON A COCK RING?

Most cock rings are extremely stretchy and easy to put on. We advise starting with a stretchy ring rather than metal or aluminum, until you are more experienced.

AROUND THE PENIS SHAFT ALONE

• Stretchy rings can go on a flaccid, semi-erect, or erect shaft
• Apply some lubricant to the inner rim of the ring
• Ease the ring gently down the shaft with 2 fingers

PRO TIP: Trim your pubic hair at the base of your shaft to avoid it getting caught in or tugged by the ring

AROUND THE SHAFT AND TESTICLES

• The shaft should be flaccid or barely semi-erect
• Apply lubricant to the inner ring or rings
• Ease each testicle into the ring so it encircles the scrotum
• Gently fold the penis into the ring as well

PRO TIP: If this method feels uncomfortable to you, try placing the shaft in first, then the testicles.

 

The Best Sex Toys for Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction affects approximately 49.4% of Canadian men over the age of 40 at some point in their lives, so believe us when we tell you that you are not alone.

At Naughty North we are often asked by men and their partners to recommend sex toys to help with issues around performance or erectile dysfunction and we understand how sensitive a topic this can be. Whether your difficulty is with getting an erection, maintaining an erection, or lasting long enough to please your partner, we have some recommendations for you.

Of course, we at Naughty North are not medical professionals. We can recommend some products that may help with your difficulties but please speak with your doctor as well.

Cock Rings

How they work: The purpose of a cock ring is to allow blood into the penis but then to keep it there, allowing for a longer, firmer erection and to delay ejaculation.

Who should use it: Any man can use a cock ring since they are put on a flaccid penis. If your problem is keeping an erection or premature ejaculation, it may be the perfect solution and cock rings have the advantage of being super affordable.

What to look for: A ring set like the Screaming O Ringo 3 Ring Set lets you experiment with what works for you. Try putting one around the base of the penis and one around the base of the testicles. Or encompass your penis and testicles with one ring for a tighter fit.

Many, like the Optimale Vibrating Ring have a small bullet vibrator included which is meant to stimulate the penis as well as their partner’s clitoris. Cock rings should only be worn for 30 minutes at a time and you should never fall asleep wearing one since serious medical issues can arise from trapping blood in the penis for too long. We always advise using a soft stretchy ring so that it can be removed quickly and easily.

 ***You can shop all cock rings HERE***

PENIS PUMPS

How they work: A penis pump is either a battery-operated or hand pumped device placed over the penis. The vacuum suction draws blood into the penis, helping you become erect. You can also use a cock ring after pumping to keep the blood in your penis longer.

Who should use it: Penis pumps are great if you have trouble getting an erection to begin with because you can use them when you are flaccid. The suction not only helps you achieve an erection but can feel extremely pleasurable and can temporarily make your penis feel and look larger.

What to look for: Make sure your pump has a quick release valve so that you can safely and quickly take it off if you experience any discomfort. Go extremely slowly at first and see how you react to the pumping experience.

***You can shop all penis pumps HERE***

HOLLOW STRAP-ONS

How they work: A hollow strap-on is a hollow dildo in a harness which is worn around the hips and between the legs. Your penis goes inside the hollow dildo, which can accommodate an average sized penis either flaccid, partially erect, or fully erect. These dildos can also be ejaculated in to and washed easily, so you can continue to satisfy your partner even after your own completion.

Who should use it: We recommend hollow strap-on for men who cannot achieve or maintain an erection but who want to have penetrative sex.

What to look for: Because many models encase the penis entirely within the dildo, we recommend a vibrating model like the Body Extensions Be in Charge Set so you both can enjoy some extra stimulation. If you want more realism, we recommend the Everlaster Stud Set which comes in 3 different skin tones.

***You can shop all hollow strap-ons HERE***

Penis Sleeves and Extenders

How they work:  Penis sleeves and extenders are soft, hollow sheaths which fit over the penis, allowing the feel of increased girth and length. Some are meant to cover the entire penis including the tip while some are open ended and designed more to provide girth and texture to the penis.

Who should use it: Not all sleeves are practical for men with erectile dysfunction since they rely on having and maintaining an erection to keep them in place.

What to look for: If a sleeve is something you want to try, look for one that has a harness which fits around the testicles like Fantasy X-Tensions Enhancer or the Ultimate Stud Extender. This will help it to stay in place whether you are fully erect or not.

***You can shop all our penis extenders and enhancers HERE***

Masturbation Sleeves

How they work: While classic masturbation sleeves like the Fleshlight Pink Lady are familiar to many, they are not designed for erectile dysfunction. The company Hot Octopuss innovated what they call the Guybrator which can be used on a flaccid penis. The focus is on vibration, rather than thrusting or insertion, which means pleasure can be achieved even without the ability to ejaculate.

Who should use it:  There is more variety of masturbation sleeves and devices on the market for the male body than ever before.  From textured silicone tubes with inner ridges to top of the line vibrating pleasure devices, it is just a matter of choosing something that will work for your body.

What to look for: If maintaining an erection or premature ejaculation are an issue, the Fleshlight Stamina Training Unit will allow you to work on your staying power on your own, without the pressures of having to perform for a partner. If you would like to explore penis vibrators that don’t require an erection, we recommend the Hot Octopuss Pulse Solo or the PDX Elite Vibrating Silicone Penis Stimulator as a less powerful but more budget friendly beginner’s option.

***You can shop all masturbation sleeves HERE***

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Prostate Stimulation: Benefits & How to Massage a Prostate

G-spot is to women as P-spot is to men. If there’s a way to stimulate women’s G-spot, there’s also a way to do the same for the elusive P-spot. However, the main difference is that prostate massaging, also known as prostate milking, is a bit more taboo for men. 

The idea of inserting a finger or an anal toy of some sort into their anus grosses them out or downright freaks them out. If you find yourself relating to this dilemma, don’t count it out unless you’ve actually tried doing so. You’d be surprised to know that there are major benefits to massaging the prostate that goes beyond sexual aspects.

What are the benefits of doing a prostate massage?

1. Prevention of Prostate-Related Illnesses

Let’s countdown the most common illnesses/diseases of the prostate. There’s prostatitis, BPH (Benign Prostate Hyperplasia), and of course, prostate cancer. Suffice it to say, proper and regular prostate milking paves the way for prevention of these unwanted conditions.

Prostate massaging can help in eliminating prostatic fluid build up, which leads to prostatitis. Trust us, you would not want to acquire prostatitis, which is also known as painful inflammation of the prostate. Symptoms include spots of blood in the urine, painful ejaculations and stinging feeling during urination, as well as aches in the joints.

Moving onto BPH, simply known as an enlarged prostate, makes it very hard for you to urine properly and without pain. This can escalate to having bladder infections (UTI) as the urine is not released and proceeds to be backed up in the bladder. Lastly, there’s prostate cancer. No need to elaborate on the big “C” and its implications. Simply put, better and improved functions of the prostate due to milking aids in cancer prevention.

2. Improved Function

It just follows that as prostate massaging can help in preventing illnesses, it can improve overall functions as well. Regular massaging stimulates the prostate and allows for the release of fluids and promote blood flow in the area. This activity alone improves normal functions such as urine flow and prevents build up that may cause inflammation and swelling.

More than that, prostate milking has also been related to increasing the ability to overcome impotence among men. This is because of the increased circulation and stimulation for proper seminal fluid flow.

3. Better Sexual Performance

We can’t talk about prostate massage and not relate it to better sexual performance and pleasure, right? So let’s get right to it. Regular milking of the prostate enhances your ejaculation--to the point that it “explodes,” so to speak.

An ejaculation due to the stimulation of the prostate can be much more intense than that of a penile one. Not only can you benefit from it but there’s a 99.9% chance that your partner would also have a grand time teasing and massaging you, resulting to a more excitable romping.

How do you massage the prostate properly?

Now that you’re convinced of the major advantages of prostate massage to your health, it’s now time to figure out how to do it properly. It’s more than simply inserting fingers or a kind of anal sex toy. There’s a method to it and to make it effective, you have to know how to do it properly to yourself or to your partner.

Clean & Clear Beforehand

Whether you’re doing it on your own or with the help of a partner, it’s just sensible to clean up before anything else. It’s highly recommended to do a prostate massage after you’ve pooped--for lack of a better word--and then proceeding to clean it. Milking your prostate would feel a whole lot like you want to do number two but it’s just a feeling. So in order to actually doing so and causing yourself to be in the middle of an embarrassing and messy situation, just clear it out already as a way of prepping yourself for the massage.

Probe With The Right Tool

Sure, you can use fingers to do it but for hygienic purposes, we strongly advise that you go for a recommended anal toy or accessory that’s specially designed for prostate massaging. Fingers can cause infections and with too much pressure, the nails can also scratch the inner lining of the rectum unintentionally.

Since prostate massage is not only good for your sexual performance but also for your health, it’s much better to just invest in a good quality toy that you can use. Also don’t forget getting the right lubricant and condoms to be on the safer side.

Prostate massagers, which also includes dildos, come with a base to guarantee that there won’t be any unwanted emergency situations. These anal tools are structured and shaped in such a way that matches the inside. It’s also meant to reach and properly probe the perineum. Normally, the length should be somewhere around 4 to 5 inches. These prostate massagers don’t definitely come as a one-size-fits-all deal so it’s better to experiment first to find which one suits you best.

Rub It The Right Way

Cover up your prostate massager and lube up using a silicone-based lubricant. Apply a generous amount before proceeding to assume a crawling or doggy-style position with your butt propped high.  Holding onto the handle or base, gently insert your prostate massager of choice around 4 to 5 inches in your rectum. The pointed end should be positioned downward to ensure that it hits the prostate gland.

Hitting that sweet spot may cause arousal and may even cause you to get hard. Once you’ve found it, slowly pull it back at least a good 2 inches before sliding it back in. You can repeat this process about 5 to 10 times, applying a little bit more pressure with every round.

For the last rounds, slide the massager in and apply pressure as you hold it for 7-10 seconds. Exhale and relax as you slowly jiggle and pull the massager back out. Repeat the process for once or twice more to complete the exercise.

Of course, if you’re using it as part of your sexual activity, you can proceed as you please up until the point that you ejaculate. To each their own process and level of pressure and if you’re completely new to prostate milking, then it’s highly advisable to take it in little increments until you find your own groove and rhythm.