What is a bullwhip?
A bullwhip is a type of whip that was originally used to drive cattle. In German, this whip is known as a bullwhip. It has a handle, a stem and a cord or a long strap.
There is also the bullwhip effect. This refers to the cracking sound that a bullwhip can make with blasts of air. The sound is a loud crack.
Nowadays, the whip is not only used in cattle driving. It is an integral part of the BDSM scene. Bullwhip and BDSM are two terms that firmly belong to each other and have a special appeal to many people.
What types are there?
The bullwhip whip itself comes in two different varieties. There is the bullwhip by itself, which has a rigid handle. And then there is the Snakewhip with a flexible handle. In both variants, it is a bullwhip. It is always a single-tailed (only one strap / cord) whip.
Differences can be found in the handles, materials and overall length. As a rule, bullwhips are made of leather. However, there are also imitation leather whips. A fetish can be lived out well with both variations.
The whip strap can be braided. In addition, it can also have an attached tip.
What is a bullwhip used for?
A bullwhip is used in the BDSM scene for chastisement. It is about power imbalance. The crack of the whip alone makes it clear who is top and who is bottom. The whip can be raised as a threat and the bullwhip effect can be created.
However, the whip can also be used as a real percussion instrument. It is often combined with several BDSM games, impact play, bondage, cuckolding and co can be wonderfully lived out with whip lashes.
What do I have to keep in mind when using it?
Be aware that it is a weapon you are holding in your hands. A bullwhip can be dangerous if you are not familiar with its use. Discuss with your sub beforehand what is desired. Is it just to threaten? Do you want to be stroked? Should it be whipped gently to leave a pleasant burn and light welts? Or do you want to lash out in such a way that the skin bursts open and real wounds are created:
You need some experience and practice when using the bullwhip. Train the use of the whip with air strikes and artificial subs. Train your aim and also deal extensively with the human body. Be aware of the anatomy and learn which parts of the body can be hit with how much force.
You have to be very sure of your aim, if you don't have this surety, you will never hit the right spot!
What do I need to consider when buying?
There is not much to consider when buying a bullwhip. You need to know what you want. Go ahead and go by the design a little bit, too. If it appeals to you, then it will be good to use.
Become one with your whip! It should have a handle that feels good in your hand. Decide if you want to invest a little more money and get a bullwhip that is made of real leather or if you want to buy a bullwhip made of synthetic leather.