While labeled as “new accessory that will sure be appreciated by experienced BDSM players and novices alike” an interest in BDSM is not required to enjoy the Sex Sling Black neoprene. All that’s needed to enjoy the sling is a desire to contort in a new position without much effort. That being said, a partner helps.

It tilts the user back, which improves the position and offers easier and deeper penetration. This works well for missionary position, as well as oral sex, but leaves other positions wanting. Also, the hand restriction makes all but the most experimental masturbation, difficult or impossible.

Simply put, this is a sling primarily for couples that enjoy missionary, especially those that need help, for whatever reason, in going deeper or oral sex. Straight, gay, poly, all have a use for this, even some asexuals may find this useful for practicing yoga. I think, I don't know much about yoga.

The neckpad is Neoprene,




As are the knee pads.







Neoprene is a sturdy, flexible material often used in BDSM equipment because of its ability to take a (consensual) beating and keep on squealing. Extreme temperatures, flexing, twisting and pounding are just a sample of the conditions this material can withstand. Silicone and water-based lubricant are usable with the neck brace, but easily cleaned with a warm wet cloth because the material isn’t porous.


While the straps are

Nylon.



Nylon is just as strong as neoprene. It's resilient to oils, grease, lube, sweat and just about any sex fluid imaginable, although be careful around Santorum, you let that stuff in, it takes at least four years to get out. For cleaning, go back to the warm, damp cloth, but add some soap.

The design of the sling is very simple, although it may not seem so at first. Taking a few seconds to look at the sling and then put it on is usually all it takes to figure out the basics. However, it’s like Othello, it takes a minute to learn and a lifetime to master.

Start by putting the neck brace on and move the straps towards the ground. After that, slip each foot into the corresponding sling. Tilt slightly back and the straps do the rest of the work, moving the body into position.

Getting into the sling takes some effort and given the position the user is left in, it’s similar to being a turtle caught on its back. While it’s certainly possible to sit back up, having someone on hand would be helpful in case of an emergency. Plus there’s so much more to do in that position when someone else is around.

Solo, the sling is moderately useful for anal play, but limited movement of the hands makes masturbation difficult. The straps further make masturbation difficult as it is nearly impossible to reach the pubic area in that position. Lying back with legs spread also allows for easy entry of anal toys, but the straps and the position interfere with moving a probe to the anus.

With partners, a wide array of activities open up. To begin, consider how the previous example of anal play would have been spiced up with a partner. A person tied in the sling could easily have a plug or probe placed in, with plenty of play, either with just the plug or just oral sex.

Even if the user doesn’t like probes, the sling still puts the user in an excellent position for oral sex, allowing the giving partner ample room to explore around the genital and anal areas. In this position, both a vagina or a penis is elevated enough to allow easier deep throating, or a wider and deeper exploration of the vagina with the tongue.

Further, more of the penis is exposed, providing an added benefit for pudgier males. As men gain weight, the fat in the pubic region slowly engulfs the penis, reducing it by as much as an inch. The sling's angle puts the user in positions that shift the body and push that extra inch back out.

The sling opens up intercourse, but mainly for missionary. While other positions are possible, the limited mobility caused by the sling makes them difficult. A woman tied up is positioned to allow for deeper penetration and easier access to the anus, if that’s desirable. Other positions might be possible, but would require creativity and planning out, to ensure that person in the sling isn’t put at risk or worse harmed.

Missionary meanwhile improves since more of the vaginal area is exposed, making penetration easier. Further, the penetration is deeper due to the tilt of the body. Unfortunately, prolonged use at least for my girlfriend, creates nasty and prolonged back pain, so either use this sparingly, or know when to stop.

Easily folded or rolled up, this may be stored anywhere, but it's discretion depends on how well the owner can lie. It doesn't necessarily look like a sex toy, but for those who don't want its true purpose known, have an explanation on hand.

Washing was covered in the materials section, but here's a quick rundown. Wipe with a wet cloth, if it's dirty, add soap. After cleaning, let it dry on a towel, but don't leave it damp too long or it may get moldy.