‍Bongs

A bong, or water pipe, is a device generally used for smoking dry herb. There’s a wide variety of bongs on the market such as silicone, ceramic, glass, and even bamboo bongs. While it’s best to choose a bong that best fits your needs, you should look no further than bamboo bongs. As one of the most famous clean-air plants on earth, bamboo has been used for centuries to build structures and thus builds an unbreakable and lightweight bong that suits a variety of needs. 

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So, it only makes sense to utilize bamboo as one of the best and most durable clean-air plants to craft a bamboo bong. Earthy, stylish, and durable, a bamboo bong offers an array of benefits beyond its visibly aesthetic nature. Carefully crafted and designed to fit the active lifestyle, The Katana Bamboo Bong is lightweight and unbreakable thanks to timber-grade bamboo and longan wood to craft the terrastem and leaf bowl. 

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Elements of Bongs

There are four key components to a bong. The bowl, the downstem, the water chamber, and the mouthpiece. The bowl is removable, connects to the downstem, and is where dry herb is packed. The water chamber, or the base of the bong that holds water, works to cool and filter smoke before its inhaled. The downstem connects the bowl to the base of the bong, this allows the smoke to travel from the bowl into the water chamber and then up to the mouthpiece where the smoke is inhaled. 

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Why Use a Bong

There are a variety of reasons why one would choose a water bong as opposed to other smoking methods such as a pipe or rolling paper. Bongs hold a cultural significance in Japanese, Thai, and Vietnamese cultures. They played an integral role in various ceremonies and social gatherings for emperors in ancient China, and bamboo bongs specifically were frequently used. Symbolizing unity and harmony among participants, these ancient traditions continue to influence the design and use of bamboo bongs by connecting modern consumers to these ancient traditions.

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Water

The amount of water that you put in your bong is crucial in helping the percolator function within the bong. Different percolators require different amounts of water depending on the size of your bong. If your bong is less than 12 inches tall you need a very small amount of water. If you put too much water, you put your herb at risk of becoming spoiled and you could cough on water when you attempt to inhale. If your bong is over 12 inches tall you need to ensure that the percolator has enough water depending on where it is located. While we always recommend using fresh water and to change your bong water every session or at least daily, using distilled water is a good way to keep your bong extra clean by avoiding mineral buildup.

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What to Look for in a Bong

Percolators, the material it's made out of, and their size are all important factors in determining the kind of water bong or pipe that you want. Water bongs are great for a tasteful consumption experience. The kind of terpines that you consume on a daily basis based on the dry herb you smoke can impact you in different ways, which is why bamboo bongs make an ideal choice for enjoying the full flavor profile of your dry herb. Additionally, while glass bongs may be preferred by those who don’t tend to smoke outdoors, bamboo bongs make an ideal choice as an aesthetic, unbreakable, and smooth-hitting bong.