How To Smoke A Pipe? Step by Step Guide
Smoking a pipe has been one of the most common ways to consume weed for centuries, ever since some long-forgotten genius packed a pipe bowl of cannabis and sparked it up.
Today we will teach you how to smoke a pipe correctly!
Anatomy of the pipe
Here are the different parts that make up a pipe that you need to know to choose the one that best suits your needs.
Bowl: the part at the end of the pipe where the plant material is placed.
Carb (Carb hole): There are very few carb holes in current pipes. this is the small hole that is usually on one side of the pipe that is used to control the amount of smoke you inhale.
Chamber/Stem: Depending on the pipe, the chamber or stem is where the smoke accumulates and is controlled by the carburetor.
Mouthpiece: The mouthpiece extends from the stem toward the user and is the part that is placed in the mouth to draw through.
The lip: The lip is at the very end of the mouthpiece. It is typically a raised area that the user clenches between their lips or teeth in order to hold the pipe in the mouth.
The peg: The peg is the part of the mouthpiece that fits into the stem creating the join between the two components.
The draught hole: The draught hole is the tunnel where the smoke passes through on its way from the bowl to the mouthpiece.
How to smoke a pipe？
Pipe smoking is a leisurely treat, taking time out of your day to sit back and savor it.
Once you have set aside time to enjoy pipe smoking, follow these 7 steps to get started:
Step1:Choosing the right tobacco
Use fresh tobacco - it shouldn't be completely dry, nor completely damp, but soft and pliable, almost a little "oily" to the touch.
Step2: Add the Weed
filling the pipe with tobacco, packed loosely, then tamp it down to a tight pack no more than half of the depth of the pipe.
Blow through the hole, making sure that air can pass through.
Repeat steps pack and tamp until you're unable to tamp the tobacco down any further, and it's nearly even with the lip of the pipe.
Always check for airflow after each tamp.
Step3: Light Up
Light the tobacco using a wooden match or lighter, holding it above the bowl while taking gentle, quick breaths to get the tobacco burning.
Once it starts smoking or you notice small hot spots, you're good to go.
Then smooth and tamp down the burning tobacco across the entire surface. Finally, relight the tobacco again spreading the flame as evenly as possible.
Paying attention to the first few minutes is important, so keep it lit by taking occasional quick puffs to maintain the burn.
Step 4: Pace Yourself
Don’t smoke your pipe too fast, or else you may experience what pipe smokers call “tongue bite” — a burning, irritated sensation on the surface of your tongue.
Puff slowly, and savor the richness and complexity of the tobacco.
If your pipe goes out, don't worry.
Relighting several times within a single smoking session is not uncommon.
How to clean a pipe？
Keeping your weed pipe clean is important because it will hit much better if it's clean and not clogged.
1. Empty the ashes
Once you've finished smoking, use your pipe tamper to empty the ashes.
Avoid tapping your pipe on hard surfaces to prevent damage. Instead, use a pipe ashtray with a cork knocker.
2. Let the pipe cool down
Make sure your pipe is completely cool before disassembling it to avoid any damage.
3. Disassemble the stem
To remove the stem, grip the shank with one hand and the stem with the other, placing your fingers as close to the junction as possible.
Gently twist and pull the stem out.
4. Clean or replace the filter
If your pipe has a metal filter, rinse it with water to clean it.
If it uses a disposable filter, replace it after every three uses.
5. Clean the shank and stem
After each session, use a pipe cleaner to remove any tar from the shank and stem by running it through both components.
Conclusion
Following the correct smoking steps above can make you have a better smoking experience, so without further ado, let's start trying!