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Hemp vs. Cannabis - What’s The Difference?


Hemp vs. Cannabis - What’s The Difference?


Learn the difference between hemp vs cannabis to understand the potential benefits of each, how they're grown their properties, and more.


  • 4 min read
Its popularity boomed as a legal alternative to marijuana: walk into any smoke shop these days, and you might see them selling Delta 8 THC products. But what is Delta 8? And how does it differ from the THC that’s in marijuana? Read the answers in the guide.
  • 4 min read
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.
  • 4 min read
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. 
  • 4 min read
If you’re vaping THC, a cart battery charger for weed is a necessity. This guide will help you figure out which type of charger you need for your cart battery and explain how a cart battery operates--from beginning to end. 
  • 4 min read

Finding the best cart battery to fit your preferences is easy and straightforward. Whether you're a cloud chaser or a flavor connoisseur, finding this perfect cart battery can lead to the ultimate customized dabbing experience. Read ahead to learn all about what a cart battery is, how it works, and how to choose the battery that best fits your needs. 

  • 4 min read
Learn how to vape and change your smoking game forever. Quicker than rolling up and smoother than even your bong, vaping dry herb or concentrate is a convenient, customizable, and effective way to consume cannabis. 
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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.
  • 5 min read

Cleaning your bong is essential for pure and tasty hits. After a few sessions with your favorite water pipe, resin, tar, and debris will begin to build up in the main chamber. Your downstem and bowl will become coated with dark, sticky residue. There are many ways to fight this build-up! Read on to discover the easiest ways to get your bong sparkling again.

  • 4 min read
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.
  • 4 min read
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.