i believe i can answer this one! Flogging is a good way to get started for a newbie or as a warm up to a serious session. Generally a suede leather flogger will not leave much for bruising but it will redden and sensitize the skin for more punishment. To me, flogging on my back is relaxing and almost puts me into a trance. The feel of a cane depends on the material. A typical cane is made of bamboo or similar natural material. They are often light weight and flexible. Repeated light taps can be used to give the same effect as a flogger, but hard strikes feel like they cut through the skin directly to the soul! Rubber hose, cPVC pipe and PEX pipe are similar to a cane or rod and have a "thudder" feel for deeper bruising and pain that will last for days.

i hope my description has been helpful. To get a better idea, try using your implements on your own bare inner thigh before using them on someone else.