Ryder - butt plug by Tantus - review by Yoda

Ryder is a middle-of-road type anal plug. A great fit for those that enjoy anal sex, but aren't into anything that stretches or intimidates. Or, alternatively, it makes a great warm-up plug for those intending to move on to more advanced or, shall we say, sizable items like Ringo or A-Bomb.

Ryder is made of premium silicone, which is Phthalate-free, non-porous and hypo-allergenic. Smooth to the touch, silicone has no irritating seams in the material and contains no rough edges or inconsistencies. It is also quite flexible, with just the right combination of give and firmness. Ryder will bend with your body, but will never lose its shape.

As a beginner/ intermediate sized plug, Ryder features an ideal design. Its head tapers gently into a small bulb, which slides easily into the anus. With no bumps or ridges along the way, Ryder is meant for staying put. It comes in some attractive colors, and thanks to its discreet size, it travels well.

For those that desire a fuller feeling, however, or even the challenge and stretch of something bigger, Ryder will probably not appeal to you. Though it is a supremely comfortable plug. It's not much else. It's only appeal for experienced anal lovers is as an intro plug, as a tantalizing but short stop on a longer and more substantial ladder.

Ryder's best feature is, perhaps, the smooth transition from tip to neck. Its curve is so gentle that, for beginners especially, it feels remarkably easy. But as mentioned above, this pro for beginners will certainly prove a con for vets.

Ryder's non-porous silicone composition makes it a breeze to take care of. It is dishwasher safe, and it can also be boiled for sterilization. That said, it's not a bad idea to give it a good cleaning with soap and water before and after use, since the material can attract dust in storage.

Water-based lubricants should be used with this toy. Silicone lube reacts with the toy itself and is therefore incompatible.

I personally found using Ryder to be enjoyable, but not fulfilling. I kept finding myself craving something bigger. In this way, Ryder became a lot like ice cream to me, metaphorically speaking of course. Ice cream can refresh you, it can satisfy your sweet tooth, it can get you from day to day. That being said, however, sometimes I just want steak.