My boyfriend, W, and I have never really ventured into the deeper parts of bondage and/or BDSM activities. I own a pair of fur-lined leather wrist cuffs, but we haven't really felt up to using them very often. But recently, I've been finding myself completely fascinated with the ideas.

When I saw the Pinkline whip|Pinkline leather whip, I was desperately curious. When it came in, I was a little disappointed with its size, but couldn't wait to see what it felt like.

W and I gave it a try the next night (more details further down) after a surprisingly long and passionate session of sex. The sensations the Pinkline created were fantastic.

When dragged slowly across the skin, the leather strips practically tickle, sending shivers anywhere they go. When using a bit of force, the sensations become sharp and pinching. When using full power, it definitely hurts, but doesn't leave a long-lasting mark or break the skin.

It doesn't seem to be able to get too much harder than that, which I think would be a good thing for those who are brand new to the style of play, but a bad thing for those that are looking for more of an edge.

It's comfortable to hold on to, but feels a bit like it'd be easy to tear/fall apart. Cleaning seems simple enough, as far as cleaning leather goes, which isn't all that easy. You can find good details about how to clean it online, but generally I've found that wiping it down with a damp towel works if it isn't too dirty. Just make sure to dry it well and keep it in a clean place. The small ring on the end of the handle provides a good hanging tool, and I love hanging it up in my room.

As a beginning to our ventures into BDSM activities, I think the Pinkline whip does a great job at giving us a glimpse into the sensations and possibilities. It's a great addition to my very slowly growing collection of "alternative" style toys.

I would definitely recommend this leather whip; it's affordable, attractive, and fun to use and experiment with.

I didn't see him as he let the leather strips of the whip glide against the bed. Suddenly it was against my skin, quick and sharp. I gasped, the tingling sensation spreading outwards down my back. He hit me again a few times, giving me only moments to gasp for breath between each hit. It wasn't hard, just surprising; jarring.

After a few medium strength strikes, he began to pull the leather tendrils softly down my back. Spreading the strips out across my ass, sliding them down my thighs. The feeling was fantastic, almost tickling.

He then continued with a pattern of a few hard strokes followed by soft, tingling strands down my back, with kisses and soft massages over the new burning red lines down my skin. The pain was strange, but fleeting. Making me moan and writhe beneath him.

It was a new thing for me, enjoying pain like that, and it was amazing. The sharp initial pain sent a shivering tingle through my skin and up through my body. It's not something I think I'd want every night, but the newness and excitement definitely drive me wild.