mrb0ng's Guide

A spotless bong in about 15 minutes, using alcohol, salt and a little shaking. Here's exactly how.

Buying for a friend? Five quick questions to land the perfect gift, plus safe picks if you're totally unsure.

From under $30 to the top of the line, here's what your money actually buys.

Hot, harsh smoke is the main reason people cough. Here's how to pick glass that keeps every hit cool and smooth.

Recyclers keep water and smoke circulating for nonstop filtration. Here's how they work and who they're for.

Smoother than a pipe, easier than a bong. Why bubblers deserve a spot in your rotation.

Love joints, hate the burn? Joint chillers and joint bubblers cool the smoke without changing how you roll.

Spoon, sherlock, chillum or glycerin? How to choose a hand pipe that fits your pocket and your lungs.

Silicone bongs are nearly indestructible. Glass bongs hit cleaner. Here's how to choose, or why you might want both.

What borosilicate is, why 5mm and 9mm glass matter, and how to spot a piece that will last.

Mini, mid-size or a towering 18-incher? How bong size changes the hit, the cleanup and where you can actually use it.

The two most popular bong shapes, compared on stability, smoothness, cleaning and looks.