What are the Best Bong Accessories?

For those of us out there who enjoy smoking marijuana, one of the most important things to have is a bong.  That’s pretty obvious, right?  What’s not so obvious is how many different accessories that we can have to make our smoking experience the best that it can be.  Considering all the different options out there, though, it can be hard to know what to shop for.

Honestly, a lot of folks don’t even know that some of these things are an option in the first place!  So, if you’d like to know how you can up your marijuana game, stay tuned!  That’s what we’ll be covering in-depth today.  

Bases

By now, most of us have seen the traditional style of bong.  They’re shaped like beakers you’d see in a science lab, like the ones seen here on this page.  For sure, they’re the standard for a reason, being able to hold a good amount and looking cool.  However, after a while, it can get kind of boring to just be stuck looking at the same thing all of the time.

Additionally, folks who have pre-existing conditions like arthritis might find it difficult to hold the wide, beaker shaped ones.  Considering marijuana is often considered as a way to relieve pain for chronic conditions like that, obviously having it cause more pain to smoke isn’t a good thing.  That’s why lots of folks have started considering other shapes of bases for their bongs.

One of the most popular new styles is the bubble bong, which is shaped in little spheres.  They’re easy to hold and rather convenient, too.  Another interesting one is the showerhead base, though really, there are a ton to pick from.

Ash Catchers

Whether you’re enjoying a smoke session with friends or on your own, one of the more irritating parts about bongs is that sometimes, ash ends up in our pieces when we don’t want it to.  Beyond just being annoying, though, it can make the hit taste much less pleasant.  How can we avoid that happening?

One type of the bong accessories that can be helpful here is known as an ash catcher.  What do they do, then?  Well, their main purpose is to give you extra water filtration each time that you decide to smoke.  Additionally, though, they can help to keep your piece free from any ashes and other gunk that could end up in it.  

Cleaning Kits

When it comes to cleaning out your bong, it’s probably not a good idea to just toss whatever cleaner you can find in there and hope for the best.  Remember, whatever you put in there, if it’s toxic, it could end up in your system.  You can avoid this by getting cleaning supplies that are specifically tailored for this purpose.

Usually, they also include some sort of tools to get hard-to-reach surfaces inside, too.  If you’re not sure when it might need a clean, don’t worry.  Articles like this one, might help you to figure it out.  Generally, though, a bad smell or foggy glass is a good indicator.

Just be sure not to wait too long on this sort of maintenance on your bong.  That’s especially true if you pass one around between several friends.  The germs of everyone collect in the mouthpiece then, and that’s certainly not something that anyone wants to deal with.  Imagine getting sick because you didn’t keep your bong clean – not the most glamorous thing.

Glycerin Coils

Compared to some of the other accessories here, this one is pretty new in the world of smoking marijuana.  However, arguably they’re the “coolest” ones that we’ll be talking about today, pun intended.  What are they, though, and why do people enjoy them so much?

One reason that a lot of people avoid smoking marijuana is that they might end up choking when they inhale.  It’s not a very enjoyable experience when that happens.  There are ways to avoid that, though.  The answer comes in the form of glycerin.

Now, a traditional way that some folks got around this problem was by putting ice cubes in the water in their bongs.  However, this isn’t very convenient, considering how fast they’ll melt and have to be replaced.  In contrast, glycerin helps keep each breath cool and clean without the melting issue.  

Now, if you’re not sure what glycerin is, this page might help you out.  It can be a little nerve wracking to use something that you’re not familiar with, after all.  However, it’s a totally harmless fatty acid.  

The way they work is similarly simple, thankfully.  You just put your coil in the freezer for a little while, wait for it to be frozen, and insert it into your bong.  From there, you can enjoy the feeling of breathing easily even while you’re smoking.

Are Bong Accessories Worth the Cash?

These days, it can be kind of hard to justify spending a ton of money on this sort of stuff.  However, if you do decide to get some accessories, you’ll find that it was money well spent.  Beyond just making the experience more enjoyable, it can also make it easier as well.

While “easier” isn’t necessarily important for every smoker, it certainly makes a difference for those who are doing it for both medical and recreational purposes.  Honestly, though, it’s hard to think of anyone who doesn’t want the whole process of smoking with a bong to go a little smoother.

That’s why any of these accessories were invented in the first place, honestly – to ensure that it’s enjoyable and simple for everyone who wants to enjoy it.  So, if you’ve been debating on whether or not to splurge on some nice accessories, hopefully this list gives you a bit of a head start in terms of what you might want.  Obviously, though, it’s not totally exhaustive – there are a ton of other options out there for folks who want to explore and expand their horizons.