Bong bowls, a small but very important part of the consumption experience, play a crucial role in making sure that the bong functions properly. They hold the herb, acting as the crucible where ignition meets the material in the bowl. There is a lot of variety available when it comes to picking out your preferred design. Different types of bongs, percolators, and smoking needs are thought of when deciding the right kind of bowl to use.
The standard bowl is the most common design that you will encounter. It’s typically made from borosilicate glass, known for its durability and heat resistance. Standard bowls come in various sizes, with the most common type of bowl being 14 mm or 18mm in circumference. They fit almost any kind of downstem with any kind of angle. Their simplicity and functionality make them a staple within the cannabis community.
Funnel bowls, as the name suggests, feature a funnel-like shape that tapers down, concentrating the smoke as it’s inhaled. This design allows for a more direct and potent hit. They’re great for those who are looking to maximize the impact of the herb with each pull. Like standard bowls they come in 14mm and 18mm. The Terratokes bamboo leaf shaped bowl acts like a funnel bowl. The herb is funneled in by the leaf shape so that you can get the most of your consumption experience. Bamboo bowls offer a unique taste that glass can not provide. The funnel shape and bamboo material make the Terratokes bamboo leaf shaped bowl one of the best bowls on the market.
Slide bowls are designed for ease of use; they come equipped with a handle or knob. The design makes it easy to lift the bowl from the bong. The handle can prevent you from getting burned from touching the bowl after you pull the bowl to clear your hit. These types of bowls aren't as common because they are custom fit to the bong that it’s made for. You could potentially use a slide bowl from one bong and use it on a different bong but you run the risk of not having the proper seal to allow smoke to travel.
An innovative twist on a traditional bowl, ash catcher bowls include a built-in ash catcher to prevent ash and debris from entering the bong water. This bowl design not only is able to give you that reliable experience that you’re looking for on top of helping your bong stay clean over a long period of time. Ash catcher bowls are perfect for a consumer that values flavor and cleanliness.
For connoisseurs that value taste over everything else, Quartz and ceramic offer more than the average bowl. Quartz heats up quickly and evenly, offering a clean taste, while ceramic bowls retain heat longer, providing a more controlled burn. Since these materials are not glass they can provide a taste and a rate of combustion that will satisfy all of your senses after you consume.