How to Make and Use a Gravity Bong

By Samantha Haas

Initially Published on potguide.com---October 19, 2021

PC: Moose Labs

Whether you call it a GB, geebie, geeb, yoin, buckie, or a bucket bong, we can assure you that a gravity bong is one of the greatest DIY instruments in cannabis engineering. There are many benefits to using a gravity bong. It’s the most cost-effective, easy way to get yourself stoned without using a traditional glass piece, blunt, or joint. And given that the smoke is launched directly into your lungs once inhaled, one hit can last for hours, resulting in saving you money.

Although using a gravity bong is not the best to use for inexperienced smokers, it’s a method as old as time, but it’s relatively low on most people’s radar when it comes to choosing a way of consumption. So, what exactly is a gravity bong? How does it work? Are they easy to make? What do I need to make one? Read on to find out. 

What is it, and how does it work?

A gravity bong’s name comes from how it works. It uses gravity to hold and concentrate the smoke until the user is ready to inhale it, thereby providing a powerful hit that is more potent than your average bong.  A gravity bong works by using a 2-piece chamber. It should have a larger chamber to hold the water or another and a smaller chamber to hold the bowl in place and draw in the smoke.  

What materials do I need? 

There are companies out there that make gravity bongs out of glass, heavy-duty plastic —even types of vaporizers that can act as a gravity bong. But we want to make ours at home, right? If so, all you need is the following:

·      Plastic bottle with a small opening

·      A plastic container that is larger than your bottle

·      Scissors

·      Toothpick

·      Tin foil 

What steps do I need to take to make one? 

·      Pierce the smaller plastic bottle with the scissors no more than 2 inches from the bottom. Then, insert the scissors into the incision to cut around the bottle completely, discarding the bottom. 

·      To make the bowl, remove the cap from the bottle and cover the whole mouthpiece with aluminum foil, pressing firmly to ensure it stays in place. 

·      Use the toothpick to create 3 to 4 tiny holes in the tin foil. Your bud could fall into the bong if you make too many holes or make them too big so it is very important to be mindful of this.

·      Fill your larger plastic container with the liquid of your choice, leaving an inch or two between the water and the rim. 

·      Place the smaller container inside the larger one

·      Add small amounts of your ground cannabis on top of the bowl

·      Pull the smaller chamber up slowly as you light the bowl. Through the power of science, a vacuum will form between the water and the neck, which captures the smoke. 

·      Put your mouth on the bottle and slowly move the down stem and bowl. 

 Pro tips: 

·      If you choose to use a larger plastic bottle than your original one, such as a 2-liter, cut off the neck of that bottle so the rim is the same width as the smaller bottle.  

·      If you’re not careful, the smoke from a gravity bong can make you choke because it is so concentrated. If this is the case, you can make the hit less harsh by adding ice to the liquid in the larger chamber. This method will also make the high a little less intense. 

·      On the other hand, if you want a more intense experience, you can also substitute your flower with hash oil. 

Final Thoughts

Because a gravity bong’s hit can be more potent than most bongs, take smaller hits than you’re used to, especially if you do not partake in cannabis regularly. But if you’re looking for a simple and inexpensive way to send yourself to another planet for a while, a gravity bong may be the right fit for you. 

References:

https://www.gleebtm.com/blogs/gleeb-blog/the-ultimate-guide-for-a-gravity-bong

https://www.cannabox.com/what-is-a-gravity-bong/