This archive report was first published on 7 September 2019.
I Tried an Inflatable Butt Plug, and Here's How It Felt ¶
Published on September 7, 2019, by Zachary Zane, a Brooklyn-based writer, speaker, and activist.
When I first heard about inflatable butt plugs (IBPs), I was both intrigued and skeptical. The idea of a device that could expand and contract inside me seemed both pleasurable and terrifying. I decided to try one out to see how it would feel.
After browsing through Lovehoney's selection of IBPs, I chose the 4.5-inch model, which had a 4.4-star rating and 366 reviews. It was the most 'standard' size available, and I was curious to see how it would perform.
Setting up the IBP was straightforward. I inserted two AA batteries and attached the pump to the tube. I made sure to secure it tightly, as I didn't want it to fall off while in use.
With the IBP in place, I lubed it up with an obscene amount of toy-safe, water-based lube and slowly pushed it inside me. It was necessary to push it all the way in to the 'stopper' (the flared base) to avoid it falling out while pumping.
Once it was securely inside, I turned on the vibrations and let the IBP sit in there for a few moments before inflating. I wanted to be at my most comfortable before pumping up the device.
As I began to inflate the IBP, I felt a strange sensation. It was pleasurable, but also foreign. I kept doing a few more tiny squeezes until it felt too intense, then deflated the IBP by pressing the release button on the side of the tube.
Upon deflation, I realized how much it had actually expanded inside me. I did a few more rounds of this, until I got to the point where I could squeeze the pump fully.
That's when things started to feel exceptional. With each big pump, I'd let out an 'ohhh' accompanied by a big breath, until eventually, I ejaculated. I then deflated the pump, and let it sit inside me for a minute while I composed myself. After, I took it out.
Based on my experience, I have two recommendations for those wanting to try an IBP. First, do it with a partner. The IBP is definitely easier with two folks. It can also be a really big turn-on for them to have full control over your anal experience.
Second, clean out prior. I take daily fiber pills to make sure everything looks good down there, but the IBP gets up and in you. Especially if you're with a partner, you don't want to have to deal with any mess, so take extra precaution prior to experimenting with the IBP.
