A bong wasn't always within reach. In moments of necessity, people came up with some remarkably inventive improvised methods, and one of the most unusual was smoking from a hole dug in the ground. Here's how it worked, and why it now belongs to the past.

The new screen sticks out over the edge or bunches up in the bowl? That's completely normal. Here we explain why it pays to buy a slightly larger screen and trim it to fit yourself.

Standard joint, hammer joint, Panzerschliff or insidecut, bong joints come in several types. Here's what sets them apart, which joint sizes are standard and when an adapter helps.

Want to learn how to roll a joint properly? Whether you're making your first attempts or refining your technique, you're in the right place. We walk you clearly through every step, from choosing the right accessories to the finished roll.

A lighter isn't always the best way to light up. The butane taste, the smell, the chemistry. A waxed hemp wick fixes all of that, and it's winning over more and more smokers. Here's why.

Cannabis is far older than the counterculture of the 20th century. A journey through the history of the plant, from ancient healing art and ritual to its criminalization in the modern age.

Manual, lever or electric? The right cigarette injector fills your tubes quickly and evenly, with far less hassle. Here's how to find the model that fits how often you fill, your budget and how much comfort matters to you.

Vaporizer or bong? Both lead to relaxed enjoyment, but they take very different routes. We compare flavour, effect, technology, sustainability and everyday use so you can find the right fit.

Too dry, too moist or just right? Find out why the right humidity is crucial for cannabis, and how to preserve aroma, terpenes and freshness for the long term.

From Bob Dylan to Wiz Khalifa: these songs are true cannabis classics and show how deeply the theme has been rooted in rock, reggae, hip-hop and more since the 60s.