Le’ts talk about cannabis vaping.
When it comes to cannabis, the world of vaping dry herbs has been open to most areas of life. The days of passing a ‘joint’ around are far gone. The age of technology has finally collided with the use of cannabis. Both recreationally and medically, the once-taboo plant has found new ways and means of staying relevant worldwide. The use of cannabis has been subject to a lot of scrutiny and judgement for many years. Although it remains an illegal substance in the majority of countries, here in South Africa its status is still ‘pending’.
It isn’t illegal to consume cannabis. Or for that matter use it in any one of the many ways it can be used. But pending legal issues have left it in a sort of legal-adjacent limbo. Conservative views on the right fight against the liberalistic optimism on the left as to whether the positives outweigh the negatives. One massive contender which sides with the left is the vaping community. As I said, the days of passing a ‘joint’ around seem like ancient history. These days CBD (Cannabidiol) and THC (Tetrahydrocannabinol) are buzz words for both the ‘stoner’ and vaping communities. Vaperite, and more specifically Cannarite, touts the most support to the industry of vaping and the expanding cannabis community.
One more widely used term is turning heads in the vaping community. That word being, ‘dabbing’.
What Exactly is Dabbing?
‘Dab’ is the commonly used term for very high concentrations of cannabis in small doses. They are made by extracting THC and CBD and other cannabinoids using a certain solvent such as butane or carbon dioxide. The result is a sticky oil that contains a very high concentration of both THC and CBD. They are also known as wax, shatter, budder, and butane hash oil. Typically this sticky oil would be heated on a hot surface in small droplets (or a dab). Then inhaled through what is commonly known as a dab rig or electric extract vaporizer.
Additionally, when this concentrate is made, it is possible to extract the CBD element which is used for medicinal purposes. Or exclusively the THC element which is the intoxicating and psychoactive element. The act of dabbing might have been around for a lot longer than most people would know. As vaping grows, thousands of people now choosing to dab over any other method of consumption.
With the pervasiveness of both vaping dry herbs and dabbing, it was likely someone might decide to combine the two. And, as sure as the sun will shine, someone did. As a result, a drastic change was evident in both the vape world and the cannabis community.
Extract Vs Extract
As I already mentioned, dabbing involves the extraction of certain elements of the cannabis plant to form a concentrate. Now this concentrate can be very different depending on which element is chosen to extract. For recreational purposes and obviously the intoxicating element of cannabis use, THC is extracted into the potent oil and then heated (in a certain way, which we will get to a bit later), then inhaled. For medicinal purposes and the many positive effects it has, which forms the forefront of most medical research into the use of cannabis, CBD is extracted into the oil.
It is important to note that mostly when the use of cannabis is legalised, once it is extracted and sold it must contain 0.3 per cent or less of the THC compound. Now both of these elements affect the endocannabinoid system of our bodies. But the result is different depending on which element is the user consumes in higher doses. While both of these elements are psychoactive it is when they come into contact with our endocannabinoid which produces different results.
So if you’re chasing the high of consuming cannabis then THC is what you want. And if you’re using it because of the medical effects CBD is what you’re after.
Vaping Cannabis – The Full Breakdown
The new term used for those of us who combine vaping and smoking cannabis is a very fitting name for something that is sure to stay with us for a long time. It wasn’t too long ago that ‘dab rigs’ had elaborate and intricate set up details. Thsi still need reseach on how to use them, and most people could care to follow through with. All of this however changed when vaping came along. These days the use of dabs is becoming more and more prevalent worldwide solely because of cannabis vaping and the fact that it is now easier than ever to dab.
A few big name companies in the vape community exist only to design and sell only the best, most convenient, and trendy dab rigs or vape mods to the ever increasing masses. Here is a full list of those companies and their very best offerings available now.
Puffco – The Peak of Dabbing
If you are looking for the best overall experience when it comes to dabbing then the Peak Pro, by Puffco is where to head. The Puffco Peak Pro represents the new bar for other competitors in concentrate consumption technology.
Delivering a device that is user-friendly, with a seamless and efficient way to experience the best results. Yet intricate and extremely powerful enough for even the master dabbers out there. It provides the highest levels of customization and control of any modern dab rig around currently.
Puffco also has devices specifically designed for those who want to take their dab experience into the public world. They have the Puffco Plus which has a striking design for a cannabis extract vape pen with the ability to dab. It is definitely an eye-catching offering from Puffco.
CCell – A Different Dab
Being the leader on our list of dual-use vapes CCell presents a wide range of products that are used in conjunction with CBD and THC oils. The unique way this is done is that the user has separate cartridges for their vapes. They can either fill with CBD or THC concentrates depending on personal preference.
CCell proudly totes their patented ceramic formula that enables high temperature sintering using a myriad of nanoscale holes. This allows any CCell device to excel at absorbing, storing and vaporizing high viscosity extracted oils with no effort. CCel devices are capable of only the best vaporizing efficiency, even heat distribution, steady and consistent vapor, large vapor volume, pure flavor, and above all else powerful potency.
Exseed – Exceeding Expectations
Exceed has always been synonymous with the world of vaping. With the cannabis revolution taking the industry by storm, they stepped up to the plate in a major way. With the creation of the DabCool W2 Dab Rig, they had a clear idea in mind. That idea, to design a rugged yet efficiently powerful, portable dab rig brought about a new challenger to that of Puffco and their Peak Pro Dab Rig.
Boasting a design that features hand-blown glass, a revolutionary water filtration system and four different unique user heat settings that delivers a 20 second heat time, the DabCool W2 sets itself up right next to the Peak Pro. One can use both of these champions of the sport in conjunction with dabs, oil and concentrates.
Atmos – Clouding the Atmosphere
In a category of itself we find Atmos, which as a brand has delivered quite a few vapes, all of which are either vape pens or vapes that are small enough to fit your pocket. Their entire line of products include many of the most popular vapes used by the cannavaping community. Featuring devices such as the Atmos Jump, the Atmos Vicod, and the Atmos Astra 2 they keep on delivering on the pioneering ways that made the company what it is today.
Having such a wide range of affordable products rolling out of their factory there is definitely a distinct vape for everyone. They aim for affordability, style and potency above all else. They without a doubt deliver on that promise.
Back to the Bong Basics
When it comes to dabbing most would argue that the old ways work best. In a sense they might be completely correct about this. Nothing goes hand in hand with dabbing more than a dab rig (A bong made to vaporize extracts). It is after all the father of the modern dry herb vaporizers, with a few differences. Companies like Black Leaf, Breit, and Blaze create stunning visual works of art when they design and deliver a bong or dab rig to the market.
Dabbing wins the day when it comes to gold standard glass hand-blown bongs and dab rigs, which these days have as many different mods as there are colours in the rainbow. Each adds a unique dabbing experience. These bongs are beautiful and they offer a hassle-free smoking experience.
On the other hand, a premium hand-blown bong from one of these won’t break your bank either. But it will deliver on every other scale possible.
Final Verdict
Here at Vaperite it would be an injustice to choose one above the other. Every entry in this competition is a winner in its own right. Every brand paving the way forward with focus on style, design, and new innovative technology, there is above everything else no clear and distinct winner in a race like this. As a branch of Vaperite, Cannarite proudly declares that although this race is a photo finish, our promise to deliver only the best of the best is a surefire win.
The one winner in this race however is cannabis. Prevailing at the end of the day the cannabis community has taken every leap and every jump in its stride. With the introduction of technology and constantly evolving opinions on the use of cannabis, the future’s looking bright, maybe a bit hazy, but definitely bright.
It is without a doubt the same as chasing the best high available, chasing the best vape. The latter might be a bit more difficult to find in the modern age, but at Vaperite, we gladly step up to the plate to deliver our customers only the best possible, and this list proves it. Visit a Vaperite or Cannarite nearest to you and come explore the wonderful world of the future with us.
