First time smoking pot? These are the things you need

With the exception of a few dozen downright nerdy states that are embracing legal cannabis, it looks like we’re headed for a cultural renaissance with a big ol’ wet nug at the helm.

As the stigma behind weed continues to dissipate, a whole new generation of cannabis users prepares to be introduced to a drug most have grown up on and heard from groups like DARE, the US government and those meddling kids of Bayside High was labeled downright evil. For the budding stoner, medical card holder, and recreational user, this kit should help you master this misunderstood drug called cannabis.

Pardon the hackneyed expression, but what you’re buying these days is “not your grandfather’s weed.” We’ve entered a whole new phase of cannabis cultivation, extraction and infusion technology that is completely changing the way we get high. Let’s deal with that later and stick with the methodology that has satisfied the human species for some 2,500 years.

Let’s start with the basics

In theory, the only tools you need to roll a great joint are your hands, some flower, and rolling ZIGZAGS. Grinding your weed to a uniform and consistent consistency not only improves airflow in your joint (or bong or bowl), but promotes an overall cleaner smoking experience. Sackville’s 4-Tier Signature Grinder ($40) features diamond-sharp teeth that will turn your buds into fluffy fresh cannabis, while a kief screen and mesh bowl give you something to pop into your bowl when you’re finished using the product runs out

Sackville & Co

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$40.00

A nice rolling tray keeps all your odds and ends in one place and can generally be found at every head shop across the country…except maybe Utah? I get the impression they don’t like weed. Z’s Life Pearl ZTray ($100) is a little more expensive than the stuff you’d find on Etsy, but it’s far more enticing than the endless supply of Bob Marley-branded trays you see for a fraction of the price. The LEUNE Bougie Velvet Toiletry Bag ($18) and Ceramic Ashtray ($14) are must-haves if you’re trying to escape this spasmodic ’90s weed culture instead of having a little more class.

Any indoor smoker can tell you that the smell of burning bud is hard to get rid of once you start puffing. I keep this Cannabolish Cannabis Odor-Removing Wintergreen Spray ($11.99) handy so my wife doesn’t think I’m some basement creature living in a cave of smoke and gluttony.

Deodorizing spray for cannabis

Cannabolize

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Skip Motsenbocker is CEO of California cannabis company Pacific Stone, which uses a full-scale greenhouse facility to grow more than a million square feet of marijuana for flowers, pre-rolls, and cartridges. When it comes to dip your toe in the giant green pot pond, Skip thinks joints are a great way for newbies to test the waters.

“Pre-rolled buds are the original way of consuming cannabis,” says Skip, “but choosing a strain can be intimidating. Most pharmacies offer pre-rolls; Joints pre-rolled for you, ready to light and inflate. For those curious about the original experience this is a great place to start as you can consume a small amount, the effects kick in fairly quickly within minutes and the lingering effects tend to wear off within an hour or so. Obviously the effects last as you smoke more and you can safely choose your dosage and have more control over the experience.”

Pacific Stone offers classic pre-rolls in both a two-pack and their best-selling 14-pack, rolled from their greenhouse-grown buds.

If you have the kind of DIY or Die mentality that accepts help from home appliances, I’d highly recommend this old-school Powermatic Mini Cigarette Injector ($22) or an Electric Smart Herb All-in-One grinder/roller and Banana Bros Spice Grinder for $149.

Intelligent electric herb and spice grinder

BANANA BROS

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$149.99

Smoking and vaping at the highest level

As we venture into the world of concentrates, where terms like “dab,” “shatter,” and “wax” dominate the conversation, getting to know your own preferences can really help you customize your experience.

I like vaping cannabis oils (as a distillate or as a live resin) because it’s smoother on the throat and all around easier to get my day going. Sleek, discreet, and pretty damn beautiful, the Kandypens Special-K Pen ($99.95) is compatible with most common vape cartridges, and its compact size won’t make you look like a punk wanker at the mall.

SPECIAL-K BLACK

Kandy pens

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If you don’t limit yourself to one type of high, I highly recommend the dual-use PAX 3 ($250), which works with both herbs and concentrates.

“Vapes dose more evenly than fast-onset buds,” Skip Motsenbocker continues, “Think of this as a battery-powered joint that works on demand; The difference is that this device lasts quite a while and can be used on many occasions.” For beginners, Skip suggests an all-in-one battery/vape unit (like this Ooze pen) for easy, airy vaping on the go .

Ooze Ruby Red Quad 510 Thread 500mAh Square Vape Pen Battery + USB Charger

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$24.99

“If you’re just starting out,” adds Skip, “lean in with moderation, check your tolerance, and proceed at your own comfort level. There are many companies that offer a wide range of devices with different strengths and varieties. As with most things in life, moderation is key, so as you begin your cannabis journey, moderate and enjoy!

people love dr Dabber because they make it easy. I recently got my hands on their Stella vape pen ($99.95), which I then loaded with a Maine-cultivated “badder” for a high that was as potent as it was satisfying. A temperature range of 460 – 775°F heats the concentration to the point of vaporization, creating a highly potent product that is actually easier on the lungs than bud.

Omura, on the other hand, uses heat-not-burn technology with a dual-heat furnace inside that acts as a middle ground between smoking and vaping to deliver a consistent high that’s easy to enjoy.

Use your own flower!

Omura

“Omura is designed to induce a buildable high that leaves you uplifted but present,” explains Shannon Reed, Omura’s VP of Marketing.

With Omura, the risk of getting too stoned is replaced with the convenience of a carefully controlled buzz.” Reed goes on to explain how the device’s precision makes for a more controlled, consistent intake.

“We suggest you start low and go slow,” adds Reed, “starting with a flowerstick and fine-tuning until it feels good.”

Edibles & more!

Everyone either knows someone or is someone who has had a bad time with edibles at one point or another. Let me assure you, the edibles being sold these days are a whole different ball game than the pot brownies your high school friends ate. Valhalla, KIVA Confections, Kin Slips, Hervé, andDOSet are just a few of the companies that create delicious, interesting, and consistent products in the form of gummies, tinctures, chocolate, and sublingual strips that deliver a high to mess around with throughout your day.

“Proper dose control and targeted formulas are essential to using cannabis as a powerful tool,” said Anne-Marie Dacyshyn, dosist’s President and Chief Marketing Officer. “Pay attention to how your body is reacting when choosing THC. Or you can also start with the non-psychoactive cannabinoids like CBD, CBG and CBN and work your way up to THC.”

Experience the dose yourself

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For beginners who are apprehensive about trying edibles, Anne-Marie dosist’s suggests sleep gummies made with THC and CBN.

“The formula is all-natural and helps you fall asleep and stay asleep, which makes everything better,” says Anne-Marie.

With this LEVO ($289.99), you can always infuse your own oil, butter, or honey to have a little more control over what you put into your body.

LVO II

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$289.99

“I think it’s important to first ask yourself what you want out of your cannabis experience,” adds Anne-Marie, “perhaps you want to enjoy it recreationally or as a way to improve overall health and well-being. If you are just starting out and have never used before, you should definitely start low and go slow, which is one of the reasons I got into dosist. We created a dosing pen that vibrates and shuts off every time a microdose is released to prevent over-inhalation by using formulas that target exactly how you want to feel.”

On the low-stakes journey of enjoying cannabis, listening to your body is one of the first steps in finding a way to experiment responsibly. And remember: try to have a good time.

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