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A bubbler is a handheld pipe, a convenient way to enjoy your flower on the go, and enjoy a much smoother hit. Like a bong, it filters the smoke through water to create clean hits that are cooler and easier on your throat and lungs.
The Stash Shack is the online vape shop that offers a great selection of bubblers in all kinds of exciting and unique styles. If you want to enjoy a portable herb experience with smoother hits and better taste, learn how to use a bubbler! Here’s all you need to know.
Like a bong, a bubbler is a pipe with a water filtration system that smooths and cools the smoke from your herb. Unlike a bong, however, a bubbler is smaller and more portable for a convenient smoke session. Among smoking devices, it’s essentially a cross between a bong and a dry pipe.
Bongs frequently involve several pieces, whereas a bubbler is all-in-one: you get the bowl, the stem, the water chamber, and the mouthpiece in one compact package. There’s typically a carb hole in the bubbler, allowing you to control airflow and keep the ember burning versus having to relight it.
Note: It’s not recommended to use a bubbler for enjoying concentrates or other CBD products; these pipes are designed for use with cannabis flower.
A bubbler allows cannabis users to enjoy a cool, water-filtered smoke on the go. It’s much more portable and convenient than lugging around a traditional bong. For new smokers, using a bubbler is far less harsh than smoking via other methods and offers a more sophisticated experience than others.
The water filtration of the bubbler cools the smoke, making it easier on your throat and lungs. It also allows you to better savor the flavor of your herb. And because it’s self-contained (versus the different parts required for a bong), a bubbler puts everything you need for a quick, filtered smoke right in the palm of your hand.
Like a dry pipe, the main components of a bubbler include a bowl and a mouthpiece. It may also contain a carb hole to regulate and restrict airflow to keep the herb burning and help you clear all the smoke from the chamber. However, unlike a dry pipe, the bubbler features a water chamber around or below the bowl to filter and purify the smoke before you inhale. This setup allows you to enjoy a more flavorful and comfortable smoke.
If you’ve ever used a bong or even a dry pipe for enjoying cannabis, using a bubbler for your smoke is just as easy – maybe easier! All you need is a clean bubbler pipe, water, a lighter, and of course, your herb.
Here’s the breakdown on how to use a bubbler.
Add just enough water to the water chamber to cover the bottom of the downstem (the skinny tube going into the bowl). Do this a little at a time; too much water and you may accidentally suck some up while inhaling.
A finer, ground flower will burn more evenly, so take a moment to grind it before packing it into the fixed bowl on the bubbler.
Like a bong, most bubblers have a carb hole; if applicable, cover it with your finger before you light up. This will help you regulate the airflow to keep the herb burning, rather than having to relight it.
Light your herb, and start inhaling slowly. Release the carb hole to clear the chamber. Note: a bigger inhale doesn’t mean a bigger hit. Slow and steady will give you the best results. Because the filtered smoke doesn’t travel as far as it would in a bong, the hit will be more potent than if it passes through the chamber on a bong.
Unlike a bong, which can be taken apart, a glass bubbler is self-contained. This can make cleaning it a little bit tricky. Still, make it a habit to do a regular cleaning to ensure the best performance and more flavorful hits.
Fill the bubbler with a cleaning solution of 99% isopropyl alcohol and coarse salt and let it sit for about an hour. This solution breaks down the residue. Give it a gentle shake every so often to gently scrub the inside. Use a pipe cleaner to reach inside. Rinse thoroughly with clear water and let it air dry before you use it again. If you have a silicon bubbler, use mild soap and water because alcohol can damage the silicon.
Filtering your smoke through a water chamber can significantly reduce the amount of irritation your throat and lungs experience when you enjoy your herb. While a bong is one option, a bubbler is a far more convenient method. It’s basically just a smaller, highly portable version of a water pipe for on-the-go smoking.
With a glass bubbler, everything you need to enjoy a cooling hit is right in the palm of your hand. It’s convenient and offers you a more sophisticated method for smoking cannabis. A bubbler is a great option for those new to smoking or a seasoned smoker who just enjoys a cooler, more flavorful hit.
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When it comes to smoking devices, using a cannabis bubbler is pretty straightforward, but The Stash Shack is here to answer all your questions.
Add enough water to cover the downstem. Too much and you may inhale it, so add the water a little at a time and test it as you add more water.
The point of a bubbler is to filter the smoke through water for a cooling effect. Otherwise, it’s just a pipe. The bigger surface area of the chamber will still yield cooler smoke than a regular pipe, but water will add even more cooling, as well as the signature bubbling sound.
It should be cleaned often for the best performance and the most flavorful hits. Use warm water to rinse it out after each use, and perform a more thorough cleaning at least once a week. This will allow you to enjoy the taste of your herb without catching hints of any “leftovers.”
Fill your bubbler with a cleaning solution of 99% isopropyl alcohol and coarse salt. Let it soak for about an hour, gently shaking it every so often to loosen residue. Rinse with warm water and let it air dry before using it for your next smoke session. If your bubbler is silicone, use mild soap and water versus alcohol as that may damage the bubbler.
Basically, a bubbler IS a pipe. The difference between a bubbler pipe and a dry pipe is that it uses water to filter and cool the smoke. This makes it an appealing choice for those new to smoking weed or those who want to enjoy their herb without it being so harsh on their throat and lungs.
