What is a strap-on?
WHAT IS A STRAP-ON?
The term Strap-on or strapon generally refers to a harness that sits in the pelvic region and holds a dildo securely in place. There are many variations on this type of harness, such as strap-ons that attach dildos to furniture, balls, doors and beds etc.
It is used by one partner to penetrate another partner vaginally, anally or orally and is used by both heterosexual and homosexual couples.
For a woman, a strap-on can be used to anally penetrate a man, for vaginal or anal lesbian intercourse, or for artificial fellatio.
The major part of a strap-on is the harness that connects the dildo to the wearer's body, preferably in a position similar to that of a male's genitals. Good harnesses are made from good sturdy, comfortable leather. Some harnesses allow stimulation to the wearer also.
Strap-ons are usually supplied with a dildo attached, this is very limiting for obvious reasons and the more acceptable way these days is to buy a strap-on with a removable dildo, therefore accommodating a variety of shapes.
A Basic Strap-on Two Strap
Is a two strap harness the outer strap goes around the wearer's waist, while the inner strap goes between his/her legs, as if you were wearing a G string. Many people find these uncomfortable because the strap rubs against the anus and other areas, and sometimes does not hold the dildo firmly, causing it to sag, flop, or twist.
Three Strap Harness
This harness has an outer strap which goes around the waist, while each inner strap goes around the thigh and rejoins the waist strap forward of the hip, as if you were wearing a jock strap. This style leaves the genitals and anus areas uncovered and prerequisite for some wearers, however, not all people find this design comfortable, and sometimes they are hard to make fit properly.
The Double Harness
This harness can be made with either a two or three strap arrangement, the important difference is that the double will hold two dildos, the second one is placed slightly higher on the pelvis
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