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| 16 Jan 11, 1:07 AM maid_jenny1 UK(NN), 6 yrs   |
I agree the small ones can be used as a anti tamper seal BUT do test that you can break it first as cable ties are surprisingly strong for their size.
WRONG if you grab the tie across the locking ratchet and squeeze it, as you might well accidently do if you pull your sub in for a kiss, it can tighten. I wouldn't allow one to be used on me like this. Also if you are asleep and moving about or where to rub your neck the tie could tighten buy a notch or two. Doesn't sound too bad but how many times do you move at night ? Edited 16 Jan 11, 1:17 AM by maid_jenny1 | ||
| 16 Jan 11, 3:10 AM Flogher UK(RM), 9 yrs |
Hmmmm... Unless we are working with different types of ties, I just experimented with one I have here and cut the unused plastic off. I was unable to tighten it. Anything is possible and I always err on the side of caution but I cannot see a means by which this can be tightened without the surplus to pull upon. That's why I said cut it off. Flogher - I cane, I whip, I cuddle | ||
| 16 Jan 11, 4:09 AM x_zero_x UK(DD), 10 yrs |
i have had my genitals bound wih them, quite an intense experience "The true man wants two things: danger and play. For that reason he wants woman, as the most dangerous plaything." ~Friedrich Nietzsche | ||
| 16 Jan 11, 6:35 AM Ty_Tightly UK(CV), 3 yrs |
Not all cable ties are equal. Some have quite weak pawl springing in them , these can be tightend by leaning on them when they are wraped rounds a a wrist or leg because of the tissue softness. This doesnt happen on a bundle of cables because they are much firmer. The soft pawl ties are also much more prone to "ratcheting".So best to test each pack you use , even the releasable ones . Keep the cutters handy and stay safe . Edited 16 Jan 11, 6:36 AM by Ty_Tightly | ||
| 16 Jan 11, 7:55 AM boundarypusher UK(CH), 2 yrs |
For years cable ties have been a favourite of mine. And I don't think I have ever had a bad experience. I like that they are so quick to use, and that you can secure a sub anywhere quickly, or change position without losing time or the flow of a session. I don't think I would ever leave the room with them on for anything more than a minute or two just in case, and if they do become too tight you can easily cut them off and use a new one. I have only used them around a subs neck once, but I did mean I spent time checking it was ok, so did not enjoy the rest of the session as much as I could have. My favourite uses would be to use a cable tie around the breasts, or if I am being particularly cruel, I attach a peg to a subs nipple, then squeeze it tighter by securing a cable tie around it. I think small ones look good around big toes, and give an extra feeling of being restricted. And quite recently I used some to tie someones thumbs 'discreetly' when out in a vanilla / public setting, where any form of rope would be too obvious. Deceptively shallow. | ||
| 16 Jan 11, 9:10 AM valiant1 UK(ST), 7 yrs |
If you do this, I'd suggest getting the releasable/re-usable ones - a bit more expensive and harder to find (try cpc.co.uk) but I wouldn't fancy trying to get a pair sidecut pliers in place between a swollen cock and an overtight tie. | ||
| 16 Jan 11, 9:10 AM Agent_Cooper UK(CF), 4 yrs |
Like most things there are pros and cons. However, when considering the other forms of securing a sub these are the best as they are both secure and can be tailered to the individual subs size. Also, it is relatively quick to free the sub when required. | ||
| 16 Jan 11, 7:46 PM KinkyRoly UK(OX), 3 yrs |
As a fellow perve who also uses these things for their intended purpose, I would be very careful about how you cut the tail off. Unless the tail is cut off absolutely flush, a protruding part of less than one mm can leave a nasty sharp edge. Those who regularly handle cable looms that have been bundled together with cut off cable ties doubtless have the war wounds to show for it. I don't think I'd like sharp edges like that in close proximity to my partner's skin. If using a cable tie for bondage, I would not cut the tail off. Police forces do use something that looks like cable ties, but disposable handcuffs have bands that are appreciably wider than most cable ties. Specialised electronics suppliers can supply cable ties with wider or longer straps than those commonly used and are therefore much more suited to our purposes. My preference is to use tree straps. I get them from a horticultural supplier. They are used to secure young trees to support stakes. The ones I use have a plain black, soft plastic strap about 25mm wide with a rugged nylon buckle. They are secure, robust and even waterproof. Best of all, they're inexpensive and re-usable. Those who visit Ann and Roly's may well have noticed that we have available a box of them in various lengths so that those without suitable rope skills can still fasten their partners to the cobweb. | ||
| 16 Jan 11, 8:25 PM leopard99 UK(N), 2 yrs  |
I've been caught a few times too. I'm not keen on using cable ties directly on skin but they are fine for attaching a cuff to a frame etc. More versatile than a padlock and can't be undone by a naughty sub like a carabiner. Easily cut in emergency too, unlike a padlock where you may have to search for the key or a carabiner which can be awkward to undo. Is this the kind o fthing you mean by tree ties? Any recommended suppliers or is it just a visit to your local kinky garden centre? http://www.pitchcare.com/shop/tree-ties/24mm-tre... Edited 16 Jan 11, 8:26 PM by leopard99 | ||
| 16 Jan 11, 10:37 PM maid_jenny1 UK(NN), 6 yrs |
Just a couple of ties I grabbed from my tool kit, I put them on my wrist, cut of the ends and rolled my wrist on the sofa arm for a minute or so and one had tightened a bit. Grabbing my wrist also pushed the end though. |
