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Twisted Monk

Twisted Monk is an online Rope Store which provides an easy and enjoyable experience for customers. Founded in 2004, when Monk began experimenting with rope bondage. Due to the positive response, he started making ropes for others, forming a business and processing hemp in his backyard. Monk became so famous that he had to move…
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All Tied Up San Diego

All Tied Up San Diego is a group of Rope Bondage enthusiasts, committed to the safety, education and growth of the rope community in San Diego. Founded in 2015, it delivers a unique version of Japanese Shibari and Western Style Rope Bondage.  All Tied Up San Diego is for both tops and bottoms interested in…
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Common Myths About Riggers

A rigger is the person who applies functional or artistic rope bondage to another persons body. This technique can be used for different purposes like photography, performance, artistic, spiritual, educational or sexual. There are many common myths about riggers. There are many myths about the riggers, as well as the certain mould that Bondage riggers…
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Jim Duvall

Jim Duvall is an erotic photographer, teacher, rigger, performer and sexual activist. Jim Duvall is an admirer of Rope Bondage, or Shibari and enjoys the aesthetics and emotions this practice transmits. He found in Shibari a practice where you can experience pure sexual freedom and expression. Jim is founder and former president of the Board…
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Aaron Mcpolin

Aaron Mcpolin is a fashion and beauty photographer. He admires the human body and likes to study the world of taboo. Therefore, he explores the world with his eyes wide open and his camera always nearby. This way, he can capture perfect moments of the human body. Aaron grew up in Manchester, England, and moved…
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Recommendations For Your Shibari Experience

Shibari can be a great experience, but it involves mental and physical preparation in order to enjoy it. Here are some recommendations for your Shibari experience. No matter if you are an expert or a beginner, you will definitely appreciate them. Stretching is the first recommendation for Shibari. Although Shibari not always requires flexibility, doing…
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Wrists in Shibari

Practising Shibari has its risks, and there are some vulnerable areas that you need to be aware of.  Wrists are some of the vulnerable areas while practicing Shibari, particularly the inside part of the wrist and the valley between the hand and the wrist bone. This is because the nerves and the veins are more…
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Shibari Circulation Problems: Understanding and Preventing them

Shibari, the Japanese art of rope bondage, can be an exciting and intimate practice. However, it’s crucial to understand the potential risks, especially circulation problems. This article will explore how to identify, prevent, and address circulation issues in Shibari, ensuring a safer and more enjoyable experience for both partners. Key topics we’ll cover: What are…
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Shibari Nerve Damage, Understanding and Preventing it

Shibari, the Japanese art of rope bondage, has gained popularity in recent years. However, it’s crucial to understand the potential risks, especially Shibari nerve damage. This article will explore the causes, symptoms, and prevention of nerve injuries in Shibari practice, ensuring a safer experience for all participants. Table of Contents: What is Shibari Nerve Damage?…
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Sam Jay

Sam Jay is a recognized rigger. He discovered Shibari in 2012 and began with the practice, where he recognized and appreciated the artistic aspects of Shibari. He practiced in private for many years to develope his craft. Now, he explores the physiological, psychological and emotional aspects of Shibari. Sam conducted Shibari Life Drawing in Melbourne…
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