Two men, one with red hair and the other with black, practicing the leg up missionary sex position in a warm, intimate bedroom. One partner lifts his leg as the other moves in closer, with a stunning view of skyscrapers outside the window.

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Reading time: 2 minutes | Last Updated: July 10, 2025

Quick Facts

  • What It Is: Receiving partner lies back with one leg flat, other leg elevated on penetrating partner’s shoulder while penetrating partner kneels between legs for angled anal penetration
  • Also Known As: Pirates Bounty, Single Leg Raised Position, Asymmetrical Missionary, One Leg Up Position, Modified Missionary, One-Leg Shoulder Hold, Half-Leg Lift
  • Difficulty: Beginner-friendly – easier than doggy style, requires basic flexibility for leg elevation
  • Best For: Intense prostate stimulation from the perfect angle
  • Why It’s Amazing: The single elevated leg creates a unique angle that hits the prostate directly while maintaining intimate face-to-face contact
  • Common Challenge: Finding the right leg height and angle for optimal comfort and penetration
  • Perfect Pairing: Silicone-based lube,  prostate vibrator, vibrating cock ring

Coming Soon: Your New Favorite Position

Hey, we’ve all been there – you think you’ve tried every variation of missionary, and then someone shows you Pirates Bounty. This comprehensive guide is dropping soon, and honestly? It’s going to change how you think about leg positioning during sex. We’re talking about the kind of detailed, no-bullshit advice that actually works in real bedrooms with real bodies having real orgasms.

What This Complete Guide Will Cover:

Getting the Setup Just Right

  • Exactly how to position yourselves without awkward fumbling
  • The sweet spot for leg height that hits his prostate perfectly
  • Smooth transitions from Classic Missionary Position (because who wants to stop mid-session?)

Why This Position Feels So Damn Good

  • The anatomy of what’s happening inside when you get the angle right
  • Why face-to-face beats doggy style for emotional connection
  • How that single elevated leg creates sensations you didn’t know were possible

Techniques That’ll Make Him Grab the Sheets

  • Three specific movement patterns that work every time
  • Where to put your hands for maximum impact
  • How to use your breathing to intensify everything

When Things Don’t Go According to Plan

  • Height differences? We’ve got solutions that actually work
  • What to do when someone’s leg starts cramping
  • Adjustments for different flexibility levels (no yoga required)

Taking It Up a Notch

  • Furniture that makes this position even better
  • Toys that enhance without getting in the way
  • Building up to more adventurous variations

The Stuff Nobody Talks About

  • Prep work that makes everything smoother
  • How to communicate what you want without killing the mood
  • First-time nerves and how to work through them

Coming Soon to Best Sexy Positions

We’re putting the finishing touches on this guide, and it’s going to be worth the wait. Real techniques, tested by real couples, with the kind of honest advice that actually helps. Until then, here are some similar positions to explore:

Similar Positions to Try:

  • Regular Gay Missionary – The foundation that makes Pirates Bounty possible
  • Anvil Gay Position – For even more intense prostate stimulation with both legs elevated
  • Deep Impact – Compare the difference between one leg versus both legs elevated

Explore more in our complete Gay Positions collection.

Your Most Asked Questions

Is this actually different from regular missionary? Hell yes. That single elevated leg changes everything – the angle, the depth, the way it hits your prostate. It’s like upgrading from regular TV to 4K.

What if I’m not flexible enough? You don’t need to be a contortionist. This position is surprisingly forgiving, and we’ll show you modifications that work for every body type.

Does Pirates Bounty work for all couples? Absolutely. The asymmetrical setup actually accommodates different heights and builds better than most positions. Plus, it’s intimate enough for new couples but intense enough for experienced ones.

How do I get into this position smoothly? It’s one of the easiest transitions ever – you’re already in missionary, just lift one leg. Our guide covers how to make it seamless without breaking rhythm.

Is this safe for beginners? Totally. It’s actually gentler than a lot of other positions while still delivering incredible sensations. Perfect for easing into more adventurous territory.