It might not seem like it, but there are a lot of variables to consider when taking your hoots. It can range anything from the apparatus that you are using to the humidity of your cannabis. Choosing the right tools makes a big difference, and your lungs will thank you, too.
We are here to help break it down for you and offer a few suggestions along the way. Some ways work better for others, so you might have to explore a few options until you find what works for you.
When it comes to combustion, there are a couple of things to consider. The most common forms of combustion are joints, pipes and bongs. Joints are probably the most preferred way by most stoners for their ease of use and transport. Pipes and Bongs are quite nice too, and a good way to control the amount you are consuming.
Joints are always super smooth as they provide a slower burn, and the smoke has time to cool through it as well before you actually inhale it. A few things to consider are the size of your paper, thickness, type of paper and using a filter. Using a filter and thinner paper is a great starting point towards a smoother hoot. Also considering things like all hemp, unbleached and organic. Pre-rolled cones have also become quite popular for their ease of use.
For pipes, a couple of things to consider are a built-in screen, the length of the pipe and using hemp wick. A built-in screen has more holes on the bottom, which airates the smoke better than a traditional one-hole screen on the bottom. The length of your pipe gives the smoke time to cool down, too. Using hemp wick doesn't seem like much, but it makes all the difference in the smoothness and flavour of your hoot. You might not notice it, but when you put your lighter over your bowl, there is butane that's being inhaled at the same time as your herb. There are even some nice lighter holders that house your hemp wick, too.
When it comes to bongs, a few things that help make a smoother hit are percolators and ice pinches. Percolators allow the smoke to travel through them really fast, helping trap extra particulates along the way, like resin and butane from your lighter. Also, packing the right amount in your bowl to clear makes a big difference, too. It seems like extra work, but using hemp only packing one hoot at a time makes it super smooth. Your bowl is fresh from beginning to end, there is no smoke sitting in the chamber, and you won't accidentally take too much. Try the ice thing too! You won't be disappointed... it makes for some super smooth hoots. Click the pic below to see our awesome bong selection.
Keeping your glassware clean also makes a big difference in the taste of your hoot. Make sure you use some good cleaner like Randy's Black Label or Purple Power, and remember to change your bong water on the regular!
