The Rider of the Winds: she rides on top while he holds a reverse tabletop
The Rider of the Winds is a demanding woman-on-top position. He lifts into a reverse tabletop (the "crab"): hands on the floor behind his shoulders, feet flat, knees bent and torso level, facing the ceiling. She sits astride his pelvis facing his head, torso upright, hands resting on his thighs and her feet hanging free. She sets the rhythm while he holds both their weights, so it is short-lived and needs strength, balance and care.
Also known as: Air Rider · The Wind Rider
Anatomy and biomechanics
He gets into a reverse tabletop: hands flat on the floor behind his shoulders with straight arms, feet flat and knees bent at about 90 degrees, so his torso and thighs form a horizontal platform facing upwards. She sits astride his pelvis, facing his head, with her torso upright or slightly arched and her head tilted back. Her hands rest on his thighs behind her or on his abdomen, and her legs hang down on either side without touching the floor. She moves her hips to set the rhythm, and the penetration is deep. He carries his own weight and all of hers on his wrists, shoulders and lower back. There is no eye contact unless she leans towards him, and body contact is limited to the pelvis and her hands.
Why this position works
Some couples like it as a playful challenge: she has full control of the rhythm and depth, and he takes on a strong, supporting role. Leaning back slightly changes the angle of penetration, which some women find pleasurable, though sensations vary from person to person. It is usually done for a short time, as a game within a longer session, rather than as a position to stay in.
Variations of this position
Variation 1: her feet on the floor
She lowers her feet to the floor on either side of him and stays in a half squat, so part of her weight no longer rests on him.
With her feet down, she supports much of her own weight with her legs and can move up and down with more control. He carries far less on his wrists and lower back, and the position becomes more stable. In exchange, her thighs work harder.
- He gets into a reverse tabletop on a firm surface.
- She stands astride him, facing his head.
- She bends her knees until she sits on his pelvis, keeping her feet on the floor.
- She sets the rhythm with her legs; he simply keeps his hips up.
Variation 2: his back on the edge of the sofa
He rests his upper back and shoulders on the edge of the sofa seat instead of holding himself up on his hands.
The sofa takes the weight of his torso, so his wrists are free and the load shifts to his legs and glutes, as in a supported bridge. He can hold her hips with his hands, and the position is more stable and lasts a little longer.
- He sits on the floor with his back to the sofa and rests his shoulders on the edge of the seat.
- He lifts his hips until his torso is level, feet flat and knees bent.
- She sits astride his pelvis, facing his head.
- He holds her hips; she sets a gentle rhythm.
Variation 3: rocking instead of bouncing
She does not move up and down: she rocks back and forth on his pelvis without lifting off.
Rocking stops her weight from landing on him in jolts, so his lower back and wrists suffer less and there is less risk of bending the penis. Penetration stays deep and there is more friction at the pelvis.
- Get into the basic position.
- She places her hands firmly on his thighs.
- She moves her hips back and forth without lifting up.
- Keep the rhythm slow and stop if he loses stability.
✓ Tips
- Do it on a firm, non-slip surface such as a rug or a mat, with nothing hard around you in case you have to drop down.
- He needs strength in the arms, shoulders and lower back: hold it only for short periods and lower the hips to the floor as soon as he tires.
- She settles her weight gently and moves with control; bouncing or dropping her weight can unbalance him and bend the penis.
- Agree that either of you can stop at once: if he feels unstable, she puts her feet on the floor and he sits down.
- Use lubricant if needed, and a condom to protect against STIs and pregnancy.
- Stop if there is pain in the wrists, the lower back or during penetration.
Key facts
- Interaction type
- Vaginal penetration with her on top, sitting on him in a reverse tabletop
- Active anatomy
- Penis
- Receptive anatomy
- Vagina
- Main stimulation
- Deep vaginal penetration, with her sitting on top and him in a reverse tabletop
- Setups and participants
- Couple · 2 people Hetero
Frequently asked questions
Is The Rider of the Winds suitable for beginners?
Not really. He has to hold a reverse tabletop with her full weight on top, which takes strength and balance. Start with variation 1, with her feet on the floor.
Who controls the rhythm?
She does, by moving her hips. He mainly holds the position steady.
How long can it be held?
Usually only a short time. When his arms or lower back tire, he lowers his hips to the floor and you can carry on in a seated or lying position.
Is there a risk of injury?
Yes: a fall, strain on his wrists and lower back, and, as with any position with her on top, bending the penis with an abrupt movement. Move slowly and stop if anything feels unstable.
Safety and evidence
Scientific context for common terms used on this page. Keeping these terms makes the content easier to understand; the sources clarify what is established and what remains uncertain.
G-spot: what the evidence says
“G-spot” is a widely used term for a sensitive area of the anterior vaginal wall. Scientific literature has not established a discrete anatomical structure with an agreed location, size and nature; sensitivity and response can vary between individuals.
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