Got yourself some wax, but didn’t think far enough in advance to secure a rig.…
For those who have been invited to smoke oil or wax concentrates, you may be taking part in an entirely new experience. Most of the smoking rules may still apply to this. For those who have been invited to dab in a group setting, here are 10 steps that will help you learn more about dabbing etiquette.
Dabbing is the process of vaporizing wax or oil concentrates and inhaling them for a stronger high. In order to take dabs, wax or oil concentrates, must be heated up using a torch on a dab rig so that the substances can be properly turned into vapor. Dabs contain higher concentrations of THC when compared to flower forms of marijuana. This means that you will be way higher than you would be if you were smoking a bowl or a joint or blunt with your friends.
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Much like you are expected to act a certain way when you are invited to dinner, there are certain manners that are expected of you when you take a part in dabbing. Certain actions will be considered rude while other rules are considered respectful. To better understand what is expected of you, here are 10 steps to proper dabbing etiquette.
Unless you are the host and you want to share your wax with everyone or unless your friends in the circle let you know ahead of time, it is best to bring your own wax. Although you will have to use less wax to achieve your desired high, it can still be expensive if the host has to provide dabs for each person. Make sure to bring and use your own wax and only take hits from someone else’s wax if they ask you.
The only part of the dab rig that should be heated is the nail or banger. This is because the nail is the only part that is going to be heating up the wax. It is also made out of materials that are made to handle the high temperatures produced by the torch. Silicone dab rigs won’t be able to handle high temperature but the nails on it will.
This is a surefire way to get yourself kicked out of a dab circle.
When you grow used to using a bong, it becomes almost second nature to remove it to reveal the carb and to clear the device. Although it is highly unlikely that you are going to touch the nail, a lack of clear thinking may lead it. You are going to find out that the nail is very hot very quickly. Play it safe and try not to touch the heated nail or it will lead to burnt fingers.
Have you ever taken a hit of a bong in a smoking circle, only to leave some of the herb still burning and smoke still in the chamber? After you handed the bong over to the next person, did you receive a funny look from the person receiving the bong? This is because no one wants to clear the chamber for you before they take a hit of their own. Clear your chamber each and every time, even if it means taking a few extra hits to get everything out of the device.
There’s nothing worse than hosting a dab circle and finding that your device’s nail is covered in crusted, old dab residue. When there is a bit of old wax left on, the next person to use the torch on it will create a tiny fire in the banger because of the excess left behind. Be respectful and make sure that you clean up after yourself so that every dab session is enjoyable and successful.
When it comes to dab rigs, there is no immediate proof that a rig has been used after a session. Over time, dab residue begins to build in the walls of the dab rig, creating a deep layer of dark crust that affects the taste of the vapor. It also makes the rig itself look disgusting. If you’re hosting and if you plan on using your rig, no one is going to want to take a hit from it. Clean your rig before each use if it begins looking dirtier than it should be.
Using a dab rig is a process. In one hand, you have to prepare and use your torch. Then, you have to apply the torch to the dab nail and wait until it is heated and then do more waiting for it to cool down before you can apply your concentrates to the surface of the nail. To do this on your own or to have wait time between people can kill the mood. Be a friend and help to heat up the nail for the next person in the circle.
One of the most popular terms with stoners is “Don’t bogart the joint”. This comes from an old actor named Humphrey Bogart who would always keep a cigarette in his mouth. When it comes to dabbing, you can still use that phrase. To make sure no one is hogging up the dab rig while telling their wonderful story, set a timer. The timer can be set for 60 seconds which is enough time to prep your rig, take a hit, cough for about 10-15 seconds, clean your nail and pass it to the next person.
Wax concentrates are very messy when they are not used properly. Getting them on other things besides the dab nail or your dabber tool will result in a dirty surface and a loss of wax. Make sure that you don’t get the wax on anything other than the dabbing accessories. No one wants to clean up dab off of the floor, counter, tables, clothes, or rig.
There’s a fine line between high and too high. When you’re dabbing with friends and you are accustomed to smoking weed, it can be easy to consume too much. When one consumes too much, it usually results in a high that is very intense. This will lead to having someone take care of you, which kills the night for the rest of the people in the circle. In short, dab responsibly.
Everyone talks about smoking circles but it is rare that someone covers dabbing circles. If you intend on hosting your own dabbing circle or if you have recently been invited to one, the 10 tips above will prepare you for how to dab with your friends while being respectful and meeting all the required.
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