The Cowgirl Thrust Rider Ride-On Sex Machine

The Cowgirl Thrust Rider is a ride-on sex machine that thrusts instead of just buzzing. You sit astride it, the attachment moves in and out up to 4 inches, and a separate tapper works on the clitoris at the same time, while the base rocks with you for a riding rhythm. It suits riders who like to be on top and want penetration they don't have to drive with their own legs.

Thrusting, tapping and rocking

Three things happen at once on the Thrust Rider. The Tru-Thrust motor pushes the attachment through up to 4 in (10.2 cm) of travel, with 8 thrusting patterns and 5 speeds within each. A tapping section for the clitoris runs on its own 6 speeds, so you can keep the thrusting gentle and the tapping quick, or the other way round. Underneath, an anti-gravity rocking base lets the whole unit tilt with your hips, which is what gives it a riding feel rather than the fixed, piston-like stroke of many machines.

Setting up and controls

Everything runs from a five-button panel on the easy-grip handle at the front, so you can change pattern or speed without leaning down or reaching for a remote. The handle also gives you something to hold and lean on while you ride. There's no app or wireless remote mentioned by The Cowgirl, so plan on controlling it yourself from the saddle. The base weighs about 11 lb, heavy enough to stay planted on the floor or a firm mattress. The box includes a thrusting attachment and a magnetic extension sleeve, which adds reach if the attachment sits too shallow for you.

Your first ride on a sex machine

Start with the lowest speed and the gentlest thrusting mode. Lube the attachment well, lower yourself onto it before you switch it on, and find the position where your weight rests on the seat rather than on the attachment. Then add the tapping, then speed. Many people find it easier to begin leaning forward on the handle and sit more upright once they're comfortable. If the stroke feels too short, try the extension sleeve; if it feels too deep, lift your hips slightly and let the rocking base follow you.

Size, weight limit and noise

This is a big piece of kit: about 27.4 × 24 × 10.7 in, so give it floor space and somewhere to store it. It supports riders up to 300 lb (135 kg). The Cowgirl puts the maximum noise at 60 dB, roughly the level of normal conversation, so it won't be silent at top settings. A full charge takes about 4.5 hours over USB-C and gives roughly 2 hours of use, which is plenty for several sessions between charges.

Cleaning and storage

The attachment is silicone and PE, so wash it with warm water and mild soap or a toy cleaner after every ride, and use a water-based lube unless the attachment's instructions say otherwise. Wipe the saddle and handle with a damp cloth; the maker gives no waterproof rating, so never rinse the body of the machine. Charge it fully before long-term storage.

Specifications

• Brand: The Cowgirl
• Motion: up to 4 in (10.2 cm) thrust depth; 8 modes × 5 speeds; 6 clitoral tapping speeds; anti-gravity rocking base
• Controls: 5-button panel on the handle
• Materials: silicone and PE (machine and attachment); phthalate-free, latex-free
• Dimensions: 27.4 × 24 × 10.7 in (69.6 × 61 × 27.2 cm)
• Weight: 11 lb (5 kg)
• Max rider weight: 300 lb (135 kg)
• Battery: about 2 h use, 4.5 h charge, USB-C
• Noise: up to 60 dB
• In the box: Thrust Rider, thrusting attachment, magnetic extension sleeve, USB-C cable, manual

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