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What Is a Head Shop?

What Is a Head Shop? 0

This is a fair question — you might know that a head shop is a place where you can buy glass pipes, bongs, and other accessories you’d typically use to smoke flower, but what is a head shop, exactly? Contrary to popular belief, head shops do not sell actual herb (like dispensaries do). They tend to only sell the paraphernalia and products that are associated with the culture surrounding flower.

In this blog post, we’ll be talking a little about the history of head shops, as well as answering any questions you may have about modern head shops and what they sell. Don’t go anywhere, because we’re about to get into the meat and potatoes of it!

Sipping on GRAV's New

Sipping on GRAV's New "Sip Series" Bubblers 0

I’m not a doctor, but I think it’s easy to say you shouldn’t be drinking from bubblers or bongs

It’s a good thing that GRAV and Micah Evans, two of the biggest names in Borosilicate Glass, refused to limit their imaginations to what “should be.”

Their unbridled creativity has resulted in a new line of bubblers that we’re proud to carry -- bubblers inspired by some of our favorite drinks.

Bong Names From Around the World

Bong Names From Around the World 0

Pass the pipe. Who has a "piece"? So many names and types of devices that people use to smoke out of. One of the most common names is a water pipe or 'bong' to describe a type of pipe that uses air and water to filter and cool smoke. Also, there are variations of a standard bong like a gravity bong and double chamber. These are fairly standard names of these smoking devices in the US that a majority of people may know, but what about other places in the world?
History of Storz & Bickel

History of Storz & Bickel 0

Today we are going back in time to give you the story of how one of the most powerful names in the vaping industry got started. If you are a fan of the legendary Volcano vaping system, or have used the Crafty and Mighty handheld vapes, then you know exactly who we are talking about — the German powerhouse, Storz & Bickel.

History of Phil Jergenson: Creator of the Original Proto Pipe and Mendo Pipe

History of Phil Jergenson: Creator of the Original Proto Pipe and Mendo Pipe 0

If you’ve been smoking with hand pipes for awhile now, you may have come across a couple of unique designs created by legendary pipe maker Phil Jergenson. His first invention was the Proto Pipe, which he designed and produced in the 1960’s. Though there have been imitation pipes circulated throughout the years, none come close to the quality and craftmanship of the original design.
The History of GRAV

The History of GRAV 0

Their products being a staple amongst many online smoke shop retailers today, GRAV (formerly GRAV Labs) began as pet project for founder Dave Daily, who would have never expected his first invention would spawn a multi-million dollar company.