It doesn’t matter if you’re buying a bong for the first time or replacing an existing bong. Choosing the right product can be overwhelming. There are many types and styles of bongs, so make sure you choose one that fits your needs and is within your budget. We’ll discuss the different types of bongs and the advantages and disadvantages of different materials. Aside from bongs, dab rigs are also very popular. Dab Rigs are optimized for smoking concentrates, more so than traditional bongs or bubblers.
Types of Bongs
Straight Pipe
This bong is one of the most iconic designs. It looks like a pipe and has a mouthpiece on the end. The bowl of the bong is placed at the bottom, where it protrudes from one side. A straight pipe bong is the best choice if simplicity and efficiency are your priorities.
Round Base
These bongs have a spherical water reservoir with a flat top and are very similar to glass bongs. They are more stable than straight tube bongs, but they have a smaller flat top which makes them less stable than cup bongs.
Percolators
Bong percolators are designed to maximize cooling and filtration for smoother extraction. There are many types of percolators, including honeycomb and inline percolators. Although you can choose based on your preferences and tastes, percolators are more expensive than regular hookahs.
Multi-Chamber
Because of their unique design, multi-chamber bongs can be a bit more expensive. This is a variation of the straight pipe bong. The straight pipe can be divided into two chambers separated by a pipe or a third chamber. It also has a higher filtration capacity. This makes the shots cooler and smoother than other designs. On the downside, these bongs can be difficult to clean.
Materials
Bamboo
Bamboo bongs come in a variety of styles, depending on what you prefer. This gives you more options for customizing the design with colors, lacquers, metal, etc. They are very durable and can last for many decades if properly cared for.
Bamboo bongs are very common and many people like them. There are many factors to consider when buying a bong. Now you can choose the bong that suits your taste and continue smoking in style.
Ceramic
Ceramic bongs can be heavier than their ceramic counterparts and are more fragile due to their nature. However, they are also more expensive. You have more options in terms of colors, shapes, and sizes. They look great as decoration, even if they’re not used for smoking on a regular basis.
Plastic
Plastic bongs can easily fall and break. Plastic bongs are cheaper and can be taken on the go. They do not break as easily. However, plastic can affect the taste of the smoke. This is something you may not like if you are a picky smoker.
Metal
Metal, like plastic, is durable and inexpensive. It also has less risk of damaging bongs than plastic. However, metal bongs are very rare. The flavor of your smoke can be affected by metal. Also, it can be difficult to determine when a metal bong needs to be cleaned.
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