Breaking Down the Best Cannabis Accessories in the Industry
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With 4/20 officially in the rear-view mirror, many recreational and medical cannabis users are reevaluating the state of their cannabis accessories and products.
As we all know, getting the best smoking experience means making all the stars align with good cannabis products, having an efficient way to grind the product down, a good cone pack, and finally, being in a good environment. There’s a huge difference between using a clunky grinder compared to the best cannabis grinder on the market.
Although we can’t help you find the best strain of cannabis, what we can do is recommend a few items that are designed to help you get the most out of your next smoking experience.
High-Quality Cones
Although having high-quality cannabis is the most important thing, don’t underestimate the value of a good cannabis cone. The cone can really make or break the smoking experience. Anyone who’s used a bad or cheap brand should already know what we’re talking about.
Bad cones can burn funny or add an unfamiliar or unpleasant taste. They can also be difficult to work with during the packing process, which may lead to a bad pack filled with air pockets.
Do yourself a favor and invest in a high-quality cannabis cone. You want to look for products that have strong paper, will burn evenly, and contain no glues. What’s also cool about cones these days is that there are several different options as far as materials go.
In addition to standard rice paper, cannabis cones are now made out of palm leaves and hemp paper. They also come in some pretty cool designs these days, which means cone manufacturers are finally focusing on fashion as much as function.
Premium-Grade Grinder
Although it may be tempting to go with the cheapest grinder you can find just to get the job done – don’t be too quick to purchase until we fill you in on a few things.
First off, many of those cheap grinders are made with (you guessed it) cheap materials. The go-to for a lot of companies that manufacture grinders is to use aluminum. It’s inexpensive and it gets the job done. There’s just one problem with that – aluminum blades wear. That means as your grinder gets more and more use, you’re smoking aluminum dust and colored anodize chips, which is for sure not healthy.
The other problem with the cheap grinder market is that these products aren’t built for the long haul. As a grinder gets older, you’ll notice it doesn’t grind as smoothly as it used to. Sometimes it’ll stick or seize up after too much use, meaning that you’ll be in the market for a replacement grinder sooner rather than later.
So, how do you get around those issues? You go premium, of course. High-end grinders made with FDA-grade titanium are all the rage because they are not susceptible to wear like aluminum is. Additionally, the premium-grade products are built so that the turning elements don’t get clogged up with product, thus, eliminating the seizing issue.
Granted, a premium-grade grinder is going to be more expensive, but that’s only because it should be the last grinder you’ll ever need.
Premium-Grade Grinder and Cone Loader
Grinding cannabis product down is one thing. Getting the product into your cone or rolling paper is another process entirely. Having to scoop and pick it off the tray is a little annoying, which is why many cannabis users are investing in premium-grade grinder and cone loaders.
Think of it as a two-for-one accessory. Not only will it grind your cannabis product down to the perfect smoking consistency, but it will also allow you to load your paper cone with the perfect pack – no spills. In fact, with a product like this, it’s almost a little too easy to pack it super tight. You might have to give it a few tries before you master your pack.
The end result is that you will have a perfectly packed cone that burns evenly without the worry of air pockets or canoeing. A good pack means you’re getting the best experience with your product.
Similar to premium-grade weed grinders, the grinder and cone loader combo also is made from high-quality materials that ensure it will last for years. In fact, some of these accessories are made from aerospace-grade billet aluminum, which is what they use on airplanes.
Whatever you do, try to avoid those cheap products that use plastic or nylon. Not only do they not pack well, but they’re also not built to stand the test of time and travel.
Best Practices When Choosing Cannabis Accessories
When shopping for cannabis accessories, it’s always a good idea to focus on product quality and construction. This ensures that you get an accessory that can withstand frequent use without degrading or compromising your cannabis product.
Ideally, the accessories you get are so well engineered that they are able to last for years while retaining optimal functionality. Although you may be looking at a higher sticker price for premium-grade products, you shouldn’t have to worry about replacing it for a very long time.
