Flat vs Round Rings, Whats Your Experience?

What exactly do you mean by "flat" and "round" base rings?
By flat, do you mean that if you put one on a flat surface, all points of the ring would be in contact with the flat surface?
Or do you mean that the cross section of the ring has flat surfaces (like a square)?
By "round", do you mean the cross section of the base ring is circular?
Or do you mean that the base ring is somewhat curved (like a potato chip/Pringle), to fit more ergonomically to the wearer?

My experience of 'flat' (square cross section) base rings is that they are very uncomfortable.

My experience of flat (all points in contact with a flat surface) is very good. Sometimes the curved (ergonomic) type can be too curved, and thereby feel uncomfortable.

So, for me, I prefer a flatter base ring with a round cross section for maximum comfort.

 

I have also worn base rings that are perfect circles, whereas my last base ring was oval or egg-shaped. I found that it was the most comfortable base ring, because it was wider at the top. My current, ergonomic (not in contact with all points on a flat surface) is ok, but it is circular rather than ovoid when viewed from 'above' (if lying on a table top, for example). This adds pressure on the sides of my scrotum, but is probably a consequence of wearing a broader base ring before this one. I expect my body will conform to the new shape eventually.

 

It's ok.
The limitations of words over images.

 

In my experience, only perfect round circle rings DON'T cause any problems. Circle rings that are not rounded make me chafe, while oval/irregular shape rings cause my balls to cramp up. Thing is, you just don't know until you try and I tried all 3 types I just described.

 

While almost half the weight of a typical steel cage my titanium BAW is still almost twice the weight of a typical plastic cage. My titanium cage still slips occasionally and if I had it to do again I’d close the ball gap tighter to help with the slippage. If you aren’t familiar with that measurement it is the internal gap between the cage and base ring that essentially grips your ball sack. Obviously you don’t want to crush yourself here but definitely snug and firm is better for keeping the typical cage sag from happening.

 

Completely agree. Gap is one of the most important measurements and I think the base of 12mm or 0.47 inch is way too big. at least for me. I need to be much closer to 8 to 9 mm.

 

look at Mature Metal. they offer a round ring and an oval ring, and in the FAQ they go on to say that the oval ring is more comfortable and more secure against nut slips and the like. and since their cages are hand made to your specifications from surgical grade stainless steel, they fit perfectly and are made for extended wear. i literally don't even feel mine at all, unless i do something that directly affects it.

 

If you are ordering an almost Identical cage, I would think you could go to the gap you think you need. I think you are down sizing your main ring. doing that brings the bottom of the cage ring and the bottom of the cock ring closer together. This makes the gap more of an issue and leaving less room from the boys. Sadly I don't rally have an answer for you. I only have a few cages with an 8-10 gap, but when they get much larger with a 35mm cage size, I get ball escape. Nothing worse than a cage hanging from one ball. LOL

 

I have both the round ring and the ergonomic flat ring for my first cage. I had some issues with the round ring, so I switched to the ergonomic flat ring. The difference was night and day better. But eventually I went back to the round ring for ease of getting it in place. Eventually I ordered a custom cage, and just went with round, and a 1/4 inch larger.

 

Having tried a number of different design cages, the "flat" ergonomic ring is by far the best (for me - YMMV). The greater area in contact with the skin avoids point pressure, which can result in chafing. Another big advantage of the ergonomic ring is that it also compensates for the different diameters of the base and cage rings, so making the gap more consistent, which gives a better fit and comfort.
Given a choice now, I'd always choose an ergonomic ring.

Of course they may be a little more expensive than the equivalent size round ring, but there is a serious amount of additional engineering required for the benefits of an ergonomic ring, a standard round ring is simply just a bent cylindrical rod.

 

another advantage of the ergonomic ring, is that the whole cage is less likely to rotate around the base ring. Given the uneven nature of the gap with that design, it makes it easier for a testicle to line up with the widest part of the gap and either slip fully out or just partially and get pinched.

 

Flat rings are superior to those with a round cross section. The latter can easily cause a pressure sore because the area of contact with the skin is the tangent to the cross sectional area of the ring. A flat ring spreads out the area of contact.

A round cross section also tends to pivot around the circumference of the cross section and slip down due to gravity.

The only reason to use a round cross sectional area is due to cost considerations. As usual, you get what you pay for.

 

I actually never really liked the flat rings. I've always found that a round, ergonomic one worked best on me. I think it's really a matter of personal preference and anatomy.

 

Love the flat ergonomic BAW ring - been wearing it over 2 years - really a step up