# **HOW TO USE A BONG: ULTIMATE GUIDE**

Cannabis users are constantly trying different ways to consume their favorite strains, from vaping to edibles. And if you’re used to rolling blunts but want to take a break, bongs can serve as a perfect alternative. Not sure where to begin? Fret not, as bongs are not as complicated to use as they might appear. To help you out, we’ve prepared an ultimate guide that will have you using your bong like a pro.


## **Anatomy of a Bong**

Bongs come in various materials, including wood and ceramic. Most users consider glass bongs to be the best because they are non-porous and odor and flavor-neutral, and will therefore not mess up the taste of your cannabis. Bongs come in various sizes and shapes, with some having grand centerpieces while other discreet rigs.

There are standard components that you can expect from every bong. These are:


* Bowl- this is where you place your ground weed, and it can come in different materials, including metal and glass
* Stem- this is the part attached to the bowl and stretches to the bottom of the bong
* Chamber- this is the long tube where the smoke passes through before getting to the mouthpiece
* Mouthpiece- this is the top part where you inhale the weed smoke from
* Percolator- not all bongs have this filtration system. Its location varies from bong to bong, and it helps cool and filter the smoke, which results in smoother hits


## **How To Use a Bong: Step by Step**


### **Step 1: Fill with water**

Most bongs have a detachable downstem. Start by taking it out and adding fresh water. The ideal amount should submerge the downstem by no more than an inch. Fill water through the mouthpiece if your bog has a permanently fixed downstem. Also, there’s no standard amount of water because each bong is different. If yours has a percolator, ensure the water inundates all the openings. Consider adding ice through the mouthpiece if your bong has a catcher component


### **Step 2: Grind your favorite strain**

We recommend using a weed grinder to get the right size. What’s more, you can collect kief which you can later add to your joint. It’s still okay to use your hands or scissors if you don’t have a grinder at hand.


### **Step 3: Add a screen**

Bong screens are optional. However, it would help to use one if you are a beginner. They help prevent ash and bud from getting into the mouthpiece and keep the water uncontaminated for longer. 

Two types exist, metal and glass screens. Metal screens are malleable, so they come in handy when you buy the wrong size and must force it to fit inside the bowl. The only downside is that they can overheat, so ensure you regularly switch to a new one. Place the screen inside the bowl, then proceed to the next step.


### **Step 4: Fill the bowl**

Insert the downstem back into the bong. Start filling the bowl by packing densely at the bottom and loosely at the top. Avoid overfilling the bowl to avoid spillage.


### **Step 5: Take a hit**

The final step is the most exciting because you enjoy all that hard work. First, check whether there’s a carburetor(carb) hole, then cover it with your thumb. Doing so will prevent the weed smoke from escaping before you’ve had a chance to inhale it.

Next, place your mouth on the top part of the mouthpiece before lighting up the weed bowl. Draw the smoke to load up the chamber with the desired smoke amount. Be sure to leave some lung capacity for the inhalation. However, it will require some practice to get it right. Afterward, inhale the smoke and take your mouth off the mouthpiece. Remove your thumb from the carb hole to clear the remaining smoke.

Alternatively, take out the downstem if your bong lacks a carb hole and inhale the weed smoke in the chamber. Remember that you don’t need to hold the smoke in for an extended period because the cannabis compounds go into your system immediately after inhalation.


## **How To Use Different Types of Bongs**



* Gravity bong. This bong type is primarily DIY and uses a plastic bottle as a bong. You will need to lift the bottle as you heat the weed bowl to fill the desired smoke. 
* Bubbler bong. Bubblers are bongs with slight modifications to them. They require less water and typically have a detachable hitter instead of a carb hole.
* Mini bong. This bong is similar to standard bongs but smaller hence more inconspicuous.
* Gas mask bong. These bongs are more recent and have a mask attached to them. Put the mask over your head, light up the bowl, and inhale the weed smoke.


## **Bong Maintenance**

Keeping your bong in pristine condition requires regular cleaning. Doing so ensures:



* Resin and other contaminants don’t ruin the taste of your weed
* Your bong and bong water remain odor-neutral
* Your bong doesn’t collect germs and you limit the risk of contracting [necrotizing pneumonia](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5756717/)
* The cleaning process is hassle-free, with less resin and ash buildup

How often should you clean your bong?

We recommend washing your water piper every two days if you are a heavy user. If you are more of a casual smoker, it’s best to clean it after every session. If you wonder why, it’s because, unlike heavy users, you rarely subject the bong to regular heat, giving bacteria enough time to increase.

Other than the recommended timeframe, you’ll know it’s time to clean your bong if you notice the following.



* Slimy film- this creates the perfect environment for bacteria, so it’s best to bring out your cleaning tools immediately
* Resin buildup- this discolors your bong and affects your weed’s flavor. Also, leaving it on for long can leave a permanent layer, so you’ll need to replace your bong
* Foul-smelling and discolored water- this happens when you fail to replace the water after every use
* Ash buildup- if you notice black specks on your bong, this is a clear sign that you need to clean it

How to clean a bong

You’ll need



* Hand towels
* Cotton balls
* Sealable containers
* Hot water
* Bottlebrush(optional)
* Salt
* Q-tips

Here’s how to clean your bong



* Pour out the bong water
* Take the bong apart, separating all detachable components
* Submerge the bong parts in hot water
* Place each bong component in a separate container
* Pour about half a cup of rubbing alcohol and two tablespoons of salt into each container. The rubbing alcohol breaks down the buildup while the salt acts as a scrub. Alternatively, you could use vinegar and rice. However, we recommend the first two ingredients
* Seal each container and shake for about five minutes. Use the q-tips and cotton balls to get into the hard-to-reach spots of each part
* Leave the bong parts to soak in the solution for fifteen minutes, then shake 
* Take the empty bong and follow the steps above. Ensure you cover the carburetor hole when shaking to prevent spillage
* Rinse each component with hot water
* Check if all resin, ash, and slime are gone. If not, repeat the entire process until your bong is completely clean

You might notice hard water stains on your glass bong. Take lemon juice or vinegar and swish around before rinsing with hot water and leaving the bong to air dry.

We hope this extensive guide guarantees a pleasant bong experience for you and your friends. If you are shopping for a bong, we recommend a glass one due to its taste, odor-neutral advantages, and accessibility. Visit the Hikei site to [buy](https://wehikei.com/product/glass/premium-bong-cy20mxfzay) premium glass bongs and buds today.


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# **Vape Pen No Airflow: How to Get Your Vape Pen Working Again**

If you have recently begun your vaping journey, one issue you’ll likely encounter is a lack of airflow. Once this happens, you lose out on the flavor, and it becomes impossible to chase clouds. Now, you’ve come to the right page. Here, we’ll list why your vape pen has an airflow problem and explore several ways to fix it.


## **Why Airflow Matters When Vaping**

The airholes in your vape pen ensure the coils don’t overheat by letting air pass through before getting to your mouth. Airflow also determines how much flavor and clouds come out of your device.

So if you twist the ring to let in more air, this gives you more giant smoke clouds due to increased vapor production. Additionally, you can expect less flavorful, colder vapor as increased airflow decreases the draw strength. 

Don’t expect substantial smoke clouds if you opt for less airflow. On the plus side, you enjoy the strain’s flavor as there’s less air blending with the vapor. Keep in mind that decreased airflow produces warmer vapor. The key is to find the perfect balance to avoid overheating the coils and harsh throat hits.


## **Reasons Why Your Vape Pen Has No Airflow**

Here are possible reasons behind airflow problems.


### **Clogged carts**

Over time, your vape pen accumulates oil residue preventing airflow. You need to take out the cartridges and poke the airholes using a needle until you extract all residue. This process works for reusable carts. You may need to get special tools to remove the residue. Therefore, we recommend bringing it to our dispensary for quick assistance. If you notice that the air holes aren’t the problem, take the needle or a safety pin and poke the mouthpiece to see if there’s any residue.

Recommendation: Do not overfill your cart and regularly use your vape pen.


### **Improper airflow setting**

Another reason for improper airflow is the failure to identify the right setting. Remember always to close the airflow holes when adding oil to your vape pen. Also, ve sure to let in the right amount of air, so you don’t have to struggle when drawing hits.

Recommendation: Once you get the hang of airflow settings, try not to use too much force when inhaling to prevent leakage. Instead, let the wicks do the work.


### **Close-fitting cartridge**

Besides overfilling, you might be locking the vape cart too hard. Doing so clogs the air holes which lie in the threading section. The solution is to twist the cart gently.


### **Oil viscosity**

While oil viscosity does not result in poor airflow, users often mistake it for lack of airflow. Cannabis oils have different viscosity levels. High-quality ones tend to be thicker and will require preheating before drawing. Also, weather changes affect the viscosity of cannabis oils. For instance, cold weather increases draw resistance, so it’s best to let the oil warm up before using your vape pen.


## **Troubleshooting Your Clogged Vape Pen**

Now that you know why your vape pen has airflow issues, here are the steps to get it working again.


### **Step 1: Blow gently**

As mentioned earlier, the air holes may not always be the problem. So start by manually blowing the top of the pen’s mouthpiece. Do this about five times, then check if the device is working. Move to the second troubleshooting step if this method fails to address the issue.


### **Step 2: Poke the clogged area**

Take a pin or toothpick and poke the air holes to dislodge the item causing your vape to clog. Give the vape pen a try and move on to the next step if there’s no change.


### **Step 3: Heat it up**

If the above steps fail, the oil viscosity is likely the culprit, so using heat would be your best bet. You could take the vape cart and rub it to warm the oil. Alternatively, you could take a blow dryer and, using the lowest heat setting, heat the cannabis oil. The other option would be to place the cart in a sealed plastic bag before dipping it in warm water.


## **What To Do When Your Pen Fails To Blow Smoke**

Start by checking whether the oil is compatible with your vape pen. Generally, thicker oils specifically concentrate work better with dab pens. So check whether the oil you are using is ideal for a vape pen or a dab pen.

Next, ensure your tank is full but not flooded. If it’s flooded, you may have been drawing hard hits. Rigorous draws tend to force the wick to take in more oil than it can heat up hence overflowing the cart and limiting airflow. Flooding may also occur when the cannabis oil flows into the bottom of your vape cart. Disassemble the vape pen and clean the threading using a paper towel. 

Put everything back and give the vape pen a try. Ensure to take gentle draws to maintain proper airflow. 


## **Tips To Help You Select a High Airflow Cartridge**


### **Check the type of cartridge**

Consider going for vape pens with 510 carts and 510 batteries. Such devices usually have air holes close to the mouthpiece and not at the bottom. Such vape carts are leakproof because the air gets in from the upper part and flows downwards, leaving through the center tube.


### **Look for adjustable airflow settings**

Vape pens come in two models, adjustable and non-adjustable. The former allows you to set the amount of airflow based on your preference manually. For a beginner, you may not know whether a preset model or adjustable one is suitable. We recommend trying both types to see which one offers you smoother hits and maximum flavor. It may take time to learn the correct airflow setting. To help you decide, here are a few differences between the two


<table>
  <tr>
   <td>Adjustable vape pen
   </td>
   <td>Preset vape pen
   </td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
   <td>Offers a personalized vaping experience for THC and CBD
   </td>
   <td>More straightforward hence better for novice users
   </td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
   <td>Offers more flavor
   </td>
   <td>Fixed vaporization hence standard flavor
   </td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
   <td>It gives smoother hits if you get the airflow setting correct
   </td>
   <td>Can give harsh draws
   </td>
  </tr>
  <tr>
   <td>Costlier
   </td>
   <td>Cheaper
   </td>
  </tr>
</table>



### **Avoid these beginner mistakes**



* Buy the correct battery. 510 vape carts use push button batteries. A breath-activation battery will not work as the air holes are generally at the bottom and not the mouthpiece area. For this reason, carts with top airflows are not compatible with Ccell batteries.
* Seal your vape pen with its original case when not in use, as it is safer to carry it that way.
* Be open to trying different vape pen brands. If you notice a consistent airflow problem with one device, it helps to try other brands until you find one that works for you.
* Fill the tank correctly. Unscrew the top part of the mouthpiece. Use a syringe to fill the oil until the fill mark. Twist the cart but not too tight to avoid leakages. Give the device a few seconds for the wick to soak in the oil. Turn the pen on and adjust the air holes ring to set to the desired setting. 

Airflow problems can disrupt a pleasant afternoon vape session, but that doesn’t mean you can’t sort it out. With a few adjustments like reducing the amount of cannabis oil or heating the oil, you can quickly get back to drawing smooth hits of your favorite strain. At Hikei, we provide a variety of top-quality vape pens with customizable settings. Visit our site to [order](https://wehikei.com/) your favorite concentrate today.

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* Distillate + Cannabis Derived Terpenes (CDT)- The Buddies team uses their expert knowledge to combine strain-specific terpenes with distillate. The result is a rich and pleasant smoking experience.


## **Buddies Carts Flavors**

Buddies carts are available in multiple flavors that every toker should consider trying.


### **1. Sour Berry**

Sour Berry is an Indica-heavy hybrid born from the crossing of Purple Berry kush and Sour Diesel parent strains. It has a sweet and sour flavor with berry and zesty grape notes and an intense kush, sweet-tangy, diesel-like aroma. This strain is not for novice tokers as it has an average THC level ranging between 24 and 25 percent. Expect a euphoric lift and slight numbness followed by total body relaxation that may end in couch-lock.


### **2. Forbidden Zkittlez**

Forbidden Zkittlez is a three-way Indica hybrid made from crossing Forbidden Fruit X Mendocino Royal X California Black Rose strains. It has an average THC level ranging between 15 and 20 percent, and the flavor profile includes spicy grapes and fruity notes with a gassy, earthy, and spicy aroma. Expect a euphoric and relaxing high with each toke. Next is a feeling of body stimulation that ends in sedation depending on the dose and experience level.


### **3. Lemon Cake**

Lemon Cake is a Sativa-heavy strain born from two iconic parent strains, the Lemon OG and Jesus OG. Lemon cake is the ideal wake-and-bake weed, thanks to its delectable flavor and pleasant aftereffects. Expect vanilla and citrus notes with each toke and a similar aroma coupled with earthy and spice overtones. The weed strain’s high will leave you feeling energized, happy, focused, and creative.


### **4. Dosi OG**

Dosi OG is an iconic Indica hybrid belonging to the iconic Do-Si-Dos and OG Kush strains. Expect a nutty, minty, spicy, and herbal flavor and aroma. However, the scent is more sour and floral. Dosi OG has a high THC content that can get to 23%. As a result, you may experience pain relief, relaxation, and total body calmness.


### **5. Alien OG**

Alien OG is a well-balanced hybrid made by crossing Tahoe OG and Alien Kush strains. This bud has an earthy, citrus, and herbal aroma and a sweet and sour taste with each toke and is the ideal strain for experienced users as it has an insane THC level of up to 28%. Expect an instant cerebral lift followed by euphoria and complete relaxation.


### **6. Headband**

The headband is a popular West Coast Indica hybrid born from the infamous Sour Diesel and OG Kush parent strains. This cannabis strain is creamy with diesel-like and lemon notes and has an average THC level ranging between 15 and 24 percent. Here’s an interesting fact;  it gets its name due to its distinct cerebral high that feels similar to wearing a headband. You may also feel happy and spacey, so save this strain for lazy days.


### **7. THC Bomb**

THC bomb is another evenly-balanced hybrid with at least 20% THC levels. Its aroma and taste are similar to sour, skunky, and earthy notes. Expect calming and couch-lock effects coupled with severe food cravings.


### **8. Vanilla Frosting**

Vanilla Frosting is a delicious Indica-heavy strain made by crossing Humboldt Frost OG and Humboldt Gelato BX3 strains. The taste and aroma are creamy, floral, and sweet as you would expect. Its high THC levels of 25% deliver a long-lasting euphoric and relaxing high followed by a cerebral boost that leaves you focused.


### **9. White Widow**

White Widow is a Sativa-dominant hybrid that has been around since the 90s and is made by crossing Brazil Sativa and South Indian Indica. The aroma and taste are similar, consisting of peppery and lemon notes. With THC levels ranging between 18 and 25 percent, the White Widow strain produces a relaxing high. It’s the ideal choice for unwinding minus the spacey effects you get from other cannabis strains.


### **10. Purps**

Purps, also called “Mendocino Purps,” is an Indica-heavy hybrid whose parentage is unknown thanks to breeder secrecy. One thing that is not a mystery is its beloved nature, as it was named the 2007 High Times strain. The buds are purple with an aroma and flavor profile consisting of sweet, berry, earthy grapes, and spicy strawberry notes. Purps strain produces pleasant aftereffects, including relaxation, calmness, and mood uplift. What follows is a high that will make you talkative, giggly, and in a euphoric state.


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