Rolling papers
Hemp papers
Made from hemp fiber. Slow burn, mild aroma, low taste impact. Most adults' first choice.
Common brands: RAW, OCB, Elements
Rice papers
Thinnest available. Almost no taste impact. Faster burn (some adults prefer this for shorter sessions).
Common brands: RAW classics, Elements
Wood pulp papers
Most common in convenience stores. Acceptable but slightly more taste impact than hemp/rice.
Flax papers
Smooth burn, minimal taste, mid-range cost.
Flavored papers
Avoid for cannabis. Flavoring chemicals can mask cannabis aroma and add unwanted compounds.
Hemp wraps and blunt papers
For larger blunts. Generally tobacco-leaf or hemp-leaf based. Hemp wraps are the cleaner option.
Grinders
2-piece (top + bottom)
Basic. Grinds flower into two compartments. No kief catcher.
4-piece (top + grind chamber + collection chamber + kief catcher)
Standard for serious users. The kief catcher accumulates trichomes that fall through the screen, providing free hash over time.
Material:
- Aluminum: standard, lightweight, durable
- Stainless steel: heavier, longest-lasting
- Wood: aesthetic but harder to clean
- Plastic: budget option, dulls faster
Price range: $10 (basic plastic) to $80+ (premium aluminum or steel).
Cleaning: brush out the grinder occasionally. For a deep clean, freeze the grinder for 30 minutes then brush — frozen kief releases more easily.
Pipes
Glass spoon pipes
The classic. Cheap to good-quality range $10-$60. Easy to use, easy to clean.
Glass chillums (one-hitters)
Single-puff pipe. Useful for microdosing and discreet use. $5-$30.
Wood pipes
Aromatic wood, lower-temperature smoke. Higher maintenance than glass.
Silicone pipes
Unbreakable, dishwasher-safe, lower aesthetic appeal. $10-$30.
Metal pipes
Avoid. Metal heats unpleasantly, can off-gas at high temperatures.
Bongs / water pipes
Beaker bongs
The classic. Wide base for stability, good water-cooling. $30-$200+.
Straight tube bongs
Narrower profile, faster pull. $20-$150.
Recycler bongs
Premium category. Water cycles through internal chambers for cleaner, smoother smoke. $80-$400+.
Percolator bongs
Multiple percolators (small chambers with slits) cool and filter smoke through additional water layers. $50-$300+.
Mini bongs / dab rigs
Smaller, more portable. Some are adapted for concentrate use with quartz nails.
Cleaning: rinse with hot water and isopropyl alcohol weekly. Replace water before each session for clean taste.
Vape batteries
For 510-thread vape carts:
- Adjustable voltage (2.5V - 4.0V) recommended for most carts
- Pre-heat function useful for thicker live resin carts
- USB-C charging preferred over micro-USB
- Pass-through charging lets you use while charging
Common brands: Pulsar, Yocan, Stiiizy (proprietary)
Price range: $15-$60.
Dab rigs and accessories
For concentrate users:
- Dab rig (small bong with quartz nail) - $50-$300
- Quartz banger (the heated bowl) - $20-$100
- Carb cap (controls airflow) - $10-$40
- Dabber (the tool to load concentrate) - $5-$30
- Torch (for heating) - $30-$80
- E-nail (electric heater, no torch) - $100-$400
For new dab users, an entry-level rig + quartz banger + butane torch is the basic kit at around $100 total.
Storage accessories
- UV-resistant glass jars (Boveda or similar) - $5-$30
- Boveda 62% RH packs - $5-$10 for multi-pack
- Smell-proof bags - $10-$25
See how to store cannabis for the full storage guide.
What budtenders recommend for first kit
For someone building their first cannabis kit, the budtender starter recommendation:
| Item | Recommendation | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Grinder | 4-piece aluminum | $20-$30 |
| Papers | Hemp 1¼ size | $3 per pack |
| Pipe | Glass spoon | $20-$30 |
| Storage | 2 glass jars + Boveda packs | $20-$30 |
| Vape battery | Adjustable voltage 510-thread | $25-$40 |
| Total | Complete starter kit | $90-$130 |
Add a small bong ($30-$60) and the kit grows to $120-$190.
Top NY accessory brands at Sage Seeds
We rotate accessories from a range of brands. Common rotation includes:
- RAW — papers, accessories
- Pulsar — batteries, dab rigs, accessories
- Various glass artisans for pipes and bongs
Browse the accessories menu for current product.
A practical takeaway
A $30 grinder lasts forever. Good papers are pennies per use. A glass spoon pipe is forgiving and easy to clean. Build the kit slowly, replace pieces as you understand your preferences, and the right setup makes every session smoother.
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For use only by adults 21 and older. Cannabis affects each person differently. Do not drive or operate machinery after using.