The weed culture has come a long way, mainly because it is becoming more legal. If you live in one of the areas where weed is legalized, you are one of the lucky people who can try THC without worrying about getting in trouble with the law.
The fact that you can smoke weed openly raises another question: how exactly will you use that THC? If you have enjoyed the herb for a long time, you’ve probably tried pipes and bongs, but have you ever used a bubbler?
What is a Bubbler?
To understand bubblers better, you should know what pipes and bongs are. Pipes are the most basic way to smoke weed. They usually have a bowl, a stem (a tube that the smoke travels through), and a mouthpiece (through which one inhales that smoke).
Some pipes have a carb, a small hole, usually on the side of the pipe, that you cover and open (usually with your thumb) to make it easier to light the weed and pull the smoke through.
A bong also called a “water pipe,” is a device that filters weed smoke (or any other kind of smoke) through water (or other liquids), similar to a hookah.
Like bongs, bubblers have a bowl, a stem, a water chamber, and a mouthpiece. In contrast to bongs, bubblers are more like pipes because they have a fixed mouthpiece and a carb.
The best way to think of them is probably as something between a bong and a pipe.
There are many types of bubblers in the market that you can go for. There are hammer, Sherlock, sidecar, pendant, concentrate, double bubblers, and many others. It’s up to you to choose the one best suited for you.
For a great experience, buy a high-quality bubbler from a reputable store such as SmokeA.
How to use a Bubbler pipe?
To use a bubbler pipe, you don’t need to be a good smoker or even a skilled one. You can use it like a grandfather’s smoking pipe, but it will be much cleaner since it has a water filter and glycerin coil.
If you are new to bubblers, here are the steps you need to take to set up a bubbler pipe.
Fill it with water
You should fill the bubbler pipe with enough water so that it sounds right when you inhale through the mouthpiece. If it doesn’t make bubbles or you can’t hear it bubbling, you’ve put in too much water.
The water level isn’t high enough if the bubbles sound angry instead of peaceful. Give yourself some time to figure out how much water is right. Don’t worry, you’ll figure it out in time.
Pay attention as you put water in the bowl pack because it will soak your herbs if you do it incorrectly.
Pack your bowl correctly
You should do this on a flat surface so you don’t spill water inside the chamber and wet the bowl pack and herbs.
You don’t have to be good at packing the bowl, but you have to put in just enough so all the weeds can breathe and burn at the same rate.
If you pack them in too tightly, they won’t get enough air, making it hard to light and keep the fire going. But the herbs could catch fire if they aren’t tight enough, and you’d be out of them in seconds. You don’t want this, do you?
You should start by grinding your herbs into a fine consistency using a herb grinder. This will make it easier to pack and ensure an even burn.
You should then place a small amount of ground material in the bubbler’s bowl. You can use your fingers or a small tool to pack it down lightly.
Light and start smoking
Light the herbs inside the bowl with your finger on the rush hole. This will create a vacuum, making it easier to get a good suction and much faster to get a smoke.
Don’t forget to take a few puffs from the pipe now and then to help the fire spread to the rest of the herbs in the bowl.
Use the “cornering the bowl” method, which most experienced stoners use, to get a better smoke. This makes the herbs burn more slowly and lets you have a longer session.
Clean the bubbler pipe
Once you are done smoking, you should take a few minutes to clean the bubbler pipe. First, empty the bowl of everything, then pour all the extra water back into the chamber.
You can use a solution and water to clean it. Ensure you’ve dumped out all the water left inside to prevent bacteria and mold from growing.
Who needs a bubbler?
Now that you know a little about bubbler pipes, you might wonder what kind of pot smoker would benefit from getting one, right?
Well, you should highly consider getting the bubbler if:
- You want a pipe that you can take with you whenever you are going
- You want smoother hits.
- You are new to smoking and want something that will last, is light, and is easy to use.
While the bubbler is a great addition, there are several situations you should avoid it. You should avoid the bubbler if:
- You are looking for something easy to clean. Bubblers are often harder to clean than bongs or pipes and need to be cleaned more often. If you aren’t ready to invest time into cleaning them, you should stay away from them.
- You are looking for something you can customize. With a bubbler, you get exactly what you see, and there is little you can do to customize the look of the bubbler.
- You can’t live with a bowl smaller than a bong.
Parting shot
You need to know about a bubbler and how to use it properly. As mentioned, you should take ultra care when packing it and ensure you don’t overpack it.
You also should avoid packing it too loosely. After using the bubbler, clean it to prevent bacteria from growing inside and giving you a bad hit.
