BDSM ...paraphernalia...

[drifter106]

Hello,

I would like to thank everyone for all the threads that are here, very informative and interesting to say the least. We are hoping that some of the experienced poeple who submit to this lifestyle could give us some guidance as to a reliable site or particular type of bdsm paraphernalia (or even certain items to stay away from). The saying goes "you get what you pay for" but after looking at some of the items on various websites I think one needs to exercise some good judgement before putting out money for those items. Items we are looking into are similar probably to what many of you use, cuffs, paddles, floggers, restraints, etc. I hope I am in the right forum and any responsible recomendations would be appreciated...

thanks a bunch!!!!!!!!

drifter

[Ruby]

Check out this thread and see if it answers your questions or gets you started:

http://www.bdsmlibrary.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3061

[drifter106]

Check out this thread and see if it answers your questions or gets you started:

http://www.bdsmlibrary.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3061

thanks....does my noobness show? LOL

[Ruby]

thanks....does my noobness show? LOL

Not at all. With so many threads, it's not always easy to do a key word search and find what you're seeking. Happy shopping.

[albear]

I love the word noob I want to get a shirt with n00b printed on it. *giggle*

For online shopping, I've found Stockroom to be quick and have had no probs with online payments and stuff. I guess the only other advice I can offer from personal experience is not to skimp on the cost of cuffs and restraints, because they can hurt if they aren't good quality and possibly do damage to circulation etc. Like you said, it's common sense and you get what you pay for.

Hmm, thats all I can think of at the moment :question:

[her_Joe]

Most of us here are noobs, Drifter, and rely on the help of the several very experienced and helpful folk, like Ruby, who offer willing help.

I concur with albear about JT's Stockroom and offer the little I've learned:

I suggest not scrimping on your purchases as quality creates safety and comfort -- cuffs and collars, for example, are more comfortable and offer more security if they are substantial, and lined with a soft fabric that won't abrade. Such things are pricey but you will use them for a long time. (Hopefully! )

Adjustibility is also very desirable. Sizes change and, more important, subs have different threshholds. Of course, if you are talking about mere cosmetics, who cares?

Finally, I've found a number of good google information on making some of your own equipment, things like floggers and I found a spanking bench I will certainly put together.

Hope this helps.

her_Joe