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What is Kief? (& How it Gets You Really High)


What is Kief? (& How it Gets You Really High)


Kief weed is a product collected from cannabis flowers and leaves. Here's how to use it, plus everything you need to know about this lesser-known cannabis concentrate.


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The benefits of smoking dry herb are many. Whether you’re seeking relief from chronic sleep issues or looking for a little heavier sleep, smoking dry herb has the potential to help you achieve those goals. 
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Whether made from home or purchased, gravity bongs are an efficient way to smoke cannabis that gets you higher, faster. Read ahead to learn how a gravity bong works, how to use it, and the benefits of smoking from one. 
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An ashtray with a lid gives you a place to ash your smokes without the smell and grime of a normal ashtray. Not to mention, having a lid makes your ashtray much more portable: with a lid to contain it all, you can take your ashtray anywhere discreetly. Once you’re done, you can dispose of your ash and roaches cleanly. Learn more about the benefits.
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This article discusses whether smoking weed while streaming is allowed on Twitch. Though it has never been directly addressed, the company’s discussion of marijuana in its user guidelines, as well as its response to previous users’ smoking on screen, provides insight into whether smoking while streaming is allowed on Twitch. 
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If you’re a smoker who likes to travel, you have probably asked the following question: can you bring a weed grinder in a checked bag or carry-on bag? This article addresses this very mystery: read on to learn whether you can bring your grinder with you on a flight and, if so, the best way to pack it in your luggage.
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A downstem is an essential piece of your smoking gear. It's the connecting piece between the bowl and water, and it pulls smoke from the lit herb into the water in the chamber. Through this process, some tar and other toxins are filtered through the water, making for a cleaner, smoother, and better-tasting smoking experience.
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In contemporary times, it’s easy to take bongs for granted: they’ve been around since before our grandparents chiefed down, after all. Nevertheless, they’ve come a long way since their invention. Before ice catchers and percolators, bongs served the smoker community for centuries.
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Packing a bowl might seem intimidating to beginner smokers. Nevertheless, it does not have to just be a fantasy: the ability to pack the perfect bowl isn’t just attainable, it’s pretty darn easy! Once you get the hang of it, though, packing a bowl is potentially the most simple and straightforward way to smoke. 
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An age-old question: is there a wrong way to pack a bowl? The answer is: sort of. Though “right” and “wrong” don’t necessarily exist in the world of smoking methods (do what works for you, homie!), there are definite dos and don’ts when it comes to packing an efficient bowl. Abide by the law: not too tight, not too loose. 
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Bongs come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and materials. Materials include glass, acrylic, ceramic, and silicone. Each has its own pros, cons, and best uses. For example, while glass bongs may not be travel friendly, they give a strong intense high. Head to a smoke shop and check one out today!
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Bongs look complex, but they are easy to use. A bong is a pipe that filters smoke through water. They generally have four main parts.  Bongs are versatile and come in a wide variety of materials, shapes, and sizes. Head to a smoke shop and check one out today!
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Bongs, bubblers, water pipes: It’s likely you’ve heard these terms all used to refer to the same thing. The truth is, these terms are not interchangeable and each has its own benefits and best uses. For example, a bong is great for group sessions or solo sessions at home. Head to a smoke shop and check one out today!