Must-Have Weed Smoking Accessories

The joint and bowl pack are the OG's of cannabis consumption, But, concentrates, infused pre-rolls and edibles have expanded into the scene, bringing more exciting ways to experience a quality high. The next trip you make into your local JARS dispensary, check out the wide selection of must-have weed smoking accessories.

Introduction to Weed Accessories

What are weed accessories?

Now, it's not mandatory to have a treasure chest full of weed smoking accessories in order to benefit from smoking cannabis. Just think about a simple pre-roll. There is the rolling paper, the flower, the filter or crutch, and of course you need fire. Kind of the whole convenience and purpose of pre-rolls, you don't need to obtain all of the items used.

All of these weed smoking accessories are meant to completely elevate your whole experience. Whether it's for convenience, efficiency, or an elevated high, spending a couple extra bucks on these items will get you there. 

From grinders to rolling papers, bongs to dab rigs, vaporizers to lighters, and carrying cases to storage, there is an accessory for every smoker. 

Choosing the Right Smoking Accessories

There are several subcategories of weed smoking accessories, like tools and gadgets. If you are a heavy smoker, some of these items could change the game for you. If you are a very light smoker, there are still items that bring a huge benefit to your smoke sesh. 

Tips for beginners

There is really no need to go out and stock up on the top-of-the-line weed smoking accessories if you're new to the scene. The simple basics like a grinder, lighter, and small glass bowl or rolling papers will get the job done. 

Rolling a quality joint takes practice and not something you might get the hang of right away. But hey, there is an accessory for that! There are so many products available that are meant to make smoking cannabis easier, safer, less costly, and even minimize the smell for a more incognito smoking experience.

Grinders and Rolling Papers

Alright, let's get the ball rolling here. Starting with the pretty close to mandatory weed-smoking accessories, grinders and papers. Not saying that you can't, but if you put fresh nugs in a joint without grinding it, you're not only wasting a bunch of flower, you won't enjoy the smoking experience. You need to grind your buds. 

When shopping for a weed grinder, look for one with sharp, durable teeth to grind your herb effectively. A grinder with multiple compartments, like a kief catcher, can be handy too. As for rolling papers, consider the size (like regular, king size, or extra-long), material (rice, hemp, or wood pulp), and flavor options to suit your preferences.

Pipes and Bongs

When you're shopping for a new piece, look at what material it is made out of. Glass is a popular choice due to its smooth hits and easy cleaning. You'll want a piece that has thick, durable glass. You might pay a little extra for it, but you'll be thankful when you accidentally drop it and it doesn't shatter into a million pieces. 

Silicone is also durable and great for travel. But, do your best to avoid plastic, as it can release harmful chemicals when heated. Smoking out of a pipe or bong can be done as is, or you can add other accessories. These include screens to prevent your weed from being inhaled. Special cleaning brushes and solutions formulated specifically for cleaning resin. Even replacement parts like bowls or downstems.

Lighters and Torches

When it comes to lighting up, use a lighter for flower and a torch for dabs. Lighters, just like a joint, bowl, or bong, are convenient and easy to use. A torch is needed for dabs because it reaches a higher temperature, which is required for vaporizing the concentrates.

You don't want to use a lighter to heat up your dabs, it won't get the concentrate hot enough to vaporize. On the other hand, you don't want to use a torch to light your fresh flower. Torching ground up weed causes combustion and can ruin the cannabinoids and terpenes. 

There is another, all-natural, alternative accessory made for lighting your cannabis. Hemp wick, made from hemp fibers that are coated in beeswax, eliminates the need for butane. It provides a cleaner taste and more organic smoking sesh.

Types of lighters and torches available

Ask anyone who smokes cigarettes, cigars, weed, or lights a lot of candles. Their answer is most likely going to be "Flick the Bic", in reference to the Bic brand. Yeah the same one that makes pens and shaving razors. Their lighters are, and have been, the smokers lighter. 

The brand has all of the qualities; child lock, crazy durable, and adjustable flame are the highlights. If you are someone who smokes outside, you want a reliable flame, one that won't go out with a simple breeze. You want a lighter that lights on the first flick. And hey, a refillable lighter isn't a bad idea either.

Vaporizers

Things change, become more advanced, simplified, and ultimately, on trend with the rest of the products sold around the world. Once scientist's and die hard cannabis connoisseurs got their hands on a quality extraction process, the rise of cannabis concentrates began. This brought on vaporizers, and a majority of them are handheld on-the-go devices. 

These portable vape pens are the definition of versatility. You can customize things like the temperature, voltage, and many vape pen batteries allow you to switch out concentrate tips. Your two main options will be a battery pen or a disposable vape. Both are prime options to enjoy concentrates on the go. 

Storage and Organization

When you have a bulk amount of weed, even just an extra nug or two to get you through the week, it needs to be stored. Don't let your fresh flower sit all willy nilly out in the open. Even though it's a plant, an herb, it ages faster than things like basil or a bouquet of flowers.

Importance of storing and organizing weed and accessories

The main goal when it comes to storing weeds is keeping heat and humidity out by putting it into an airtight sealed jar. These things are more toxic than your ex. It doesn't take long before these cause your flower to lose its potency, flavor, and overall quality. 

What's worse than smoking bad weed? Frantically searching for your lighter, grinder, papers, ashtray, etc. When they aren't all in one designated spot you'll end up getting crushed up papers, find your grinder apart and ground up weed everywhere, the disappointment goes on. 

Carrying Cases and Travel Accessories

Did someone say road trip?! Even if you're just taking the quick trip over to your buddies spot to smoke and chill, don't show up empty handed. A convenient carrying case not only helps with keeping everything in one place, specific cases will eliminate odor, and are made with a hard protective shell.

Types of carrying cases and travel accessories available

There are several options on the market for containers that are smell-proof, waterproof,

and have an airtight seal. Many brands use vacuum-seal technology along with rubber or silicone seals. These are great qualities to have for a cannabis carry case. 

Conclusion

There are weed smoking accessories that are of extreme value to have while others are more of a luxury. For you avid smokers, some of these accessories have been acquired over time. It's all about your specific smoking style. 

You might just need the basics; grinder, rolling papers, and a lighter for chilling at home. Some of you find your smoking seshes much more enjoyable with an added filter, or fancy flavored rolling papers. Either way, keeping your weed smoking accessories organized and stored the right way is always mandatory.