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The Difference between Vaporizing and a Bong - HEMPER
Bongs & Hand Pipes 12 min read 12 min

The Difference between Vaporizing and a Bong

Bongs and vaporizers deliver totally different experiences: bongs give you an immediate heavy punch, while vaporizers give you a smooth,...

Bong Bowl and Joint Size Guide for Beginners - HEMPER
Bongs & Hand Pipes 12 min read 12 min

Bong Bowl and Joint Size Guide for Beginners

Are you confused about a bong bowl’s joint size and gender? Let’s start with the basics. A bowl is the...

How to Use a One Hitter for the First Time - HEMPER
Combustibles 12 min read 12 min

How to Use a One Hitter for the First Time

Why use a one hitter: Tiny yet potent, a one hitter holds 0.1 grams of herb - a fraction of...

How to Choose a Hand Pipe for Beginners - HEMPER
Bongs & Hand Pipes 9 min read 9 min

How to Choose a Hand Pipe for Beginners

Thinking about buying a hand pipe for the first time? Hand pipes are great for beginners because they’re easier to...

How to Pack a Bong for Productive Hits - HEMPER
Bongs & Hand Pipes 8 min read 8 min

How to Pack a Bong for Productive Hits

Packing your bong right means you light once and inhale the entire bong rip. Your bud stays lit, turning cherry-red...

How to Pack a Bowl in a Hand Pipe - HEMPER
Bongs & Hand Pipes 8 min read 8 min

How to Pack a Bowl in a Hand Pipe

Packing a bowl correctly in a hand pipe is all about airflow. When you light up and inhale, oxygen rushes...

Types of Hand Pipes: Your Guide to Smoother Hits - HEMPER
Bongs & Hand Pipes 9 min read 9 min

Types of Hand Pipes: Your Guide to Smoother Hits

From cult classic glass pipes to heat-insulating wooden pipes, the material, shape, and size of your pipe can drastically alter...

What is Heady Glass: The Artistic World of High-End Bongs - HEMPER
Bongs & Hand Pipes 10 min read 10 min

What is Heady Glass: The Artistic World of High-End Bongs

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to smoke from a piece of art? Short Answer: Heady glass is a...

What is Scientific Glass: Understanding Borosilicate Glass Bongs - HEMPER
Bongs & Hand Pipes 10 min read 10 min

What is Scientific Glass: Understanding Borosilicate Glas...

Short Answer: Scientific glass bongs are smoking devices made from borosilicate glass, the same material used in laboratory equipment. Borosilicate...

What is the Point of a Bong: Benefits and Risks - HEMPER
Bongs & Hand Pipes 9 min read 9 min

What is the Point of a Bong: Benefits and Risks

The point of a bong is to consume your herb in larger and more potent doses while cooling and cleaning...

A Visual Guide to Bong Sizes: Yes Size Matters! - HEMPER
Bongs & Hand Pipes 10 min read 10 min

A Visual Guide to Bong Sizes: Yes Size Matters!

When it comes to bongs, size isn’t just for show - it’s about tailoring your smoking experience. Whether you prefer...

Can You Freeze a Bong for Smoother Hits? - HEMPER
Bongs & Hand Pipes 9 min read 9 min

Can You Freeze a Bong for Smoother Hits?

Yes, you can put a bong in the freezer, but it depends on the material. Silicone bongs are safe to...

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