Did you know most stoners haven’t learned how to roll a joint? Smoking a joint is easier said than done, because not all smokers are taught how to roll one for themselves, or a roll a perfect one per se. There’s no need to worry about that, though. If you’re someone who wants to master the art of rolling beautiful conical joints for yourself and your friends, read on.
Knowing the Basics of How to Roll a Joint
Before you engage your hands in practicing the art of rolling a joint, you’ll need them to gather a few essential materials that will help aid you in your joint rolling activities. To roll a perfect joint, you need:
- Your choice of cannabis strain
- Cannabis grinder
- Rolling paper
- Filter or crutch
- A pencil for packing the joint (optional)
Step 1: Break down your cannabis by grinding it into fine pieces. Using a cannabis grinder, you can work efficiently without fingers getting sticky or wasting any cannabis strain you own.
Step 2: Place the crutch at the end of the rolling paper to make the filter for the joint. Placing a crutch will help your joints become more stable and make it easier for you to pack in the cannabis.
Step 3: Add your finely ground cannabis onto the rolling paper. For a 1 ¼ sized rolling paper, it’s recommended to use half a gram of weed to get the perfect joint.
Step 4: Once you have enough cannabis on the paper, start rolling and shaping the joint. Take the paper in between your fingers and pinch it, all while rolling it back and forth. This will help pack the cannabis into the paper, making your joint more sturdy and conical in shape.
Step 5: Push the unglued part of the rolling paper inside of the roll. Wet the glued side with your tongue and press it down onto the paper, all while rolling the joint.
Step 6: Pack the joint to make sure that it burns evenly by using a small pencil. Twist-up the ends, and enjoy!
How to Roll a Joint in Different Ways
There are several ways you can roll a joint. Depending on your preference, you can either roll them small or big. All you have to do is use a little bit of imagination. Joint rolling is a niche form of art, and some individuals who have the skills can use origami to roll their cannabis.
Another way of rolling a joint is by making use of the dollar bill. All you have to do is fold the bill in half and fill it with your ground cannabis. Roll the dollar bill back and forth, add a rolling paper at the back, roll up the paper, and lick it. It’s really that simple.
Another trick is to roll a joint with a dollar bill. Fold a $1 bill in half and stuff it with your ground cannabis. Roll it back and forth, then wrap it in a rolling paper, roll it up, and lick it. It’s that simple.
A cross joint has two joints that cross over in the middle. This gives users three ends that they can light. Another form of a unique joint is a pinner, which is simply a very skinny-looking joint. On the other hand, the tulip joint has larger ‘helpings’ of weed right at the end. You can even try rolling joints by using flower petals instead of rolling paper if you’re feeling particularly creative!
What Are The Benefits Of Smoking A Joint?
Smoking a joint is known to have multiple benefits, apart from the fact that it gives you a nice high. Medical marijuana is commonly used all over the US to treat patients with multiple conditions.
Given that you get a serotonin boost while you’re high, research has found that smoking a joint is known to help individuals with depression and social anxiety deal with their respective conditions. It is also used to lessen chronic pain and treat individuals suffering from epilepsy.
How Tight Do Joints Need To Be
The perfect joint will neither too loose nor too tight. If you roll your joint too loose, it will burn down in seconds; if you roll it too tight, you will face some trouble getting a nice and even puff while you’re smoking
The level of tightness of your joint should be similar to that of a cigarette. If you’re unsure, take a few hits before lighting your joint to see how it goes. If it’s difficult to get air through the joint, you’ve probably rolled it too tight, and you’d be better off disassembling your jay and starting all over again.
Should I Use A Joint Rolling Machine?
Using a joint roller machine is a cheap and easy way to produce many consistent smokes in a short period. On the other hand, cheaper machines can and will break down with frequent usage, and relying on a rolling machine means you’ll have to keep one on hand in case you might want to smoke at any given time. They can be quite helpful when rolling machines are available, but we believe that knowing how to roll a joint by hand is a superior and more useful long-term option.
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