Cheapest good weed now ? I found 350 thb/gram but not cheaper yet, any idea ?

[wombat]

17 hours ago, HugoFastor said:

Worst advice. But best way to possibly ruin your weed.

Any time I saw this done over 50 years ago the end result was mould.

Early hippy urban myths that didn't work.

[AlwaysThere]

1 hour ago, wombat said:

Any time I saw this done over 50 years ago the end result was mould.

Early hippy urban myths that didn't work.

 

Oh really?

 

 

[Wuvu2]

11 hours ago, NowNow said:

 

The general advice seems to be to start with a couple of hours. Especially if you use a larger bit of peel. Just a couple or few buds at a time, so that can control the humidity and not waste your buds.

You can search it out yourself to read other people's recommendations. Be good if you report your findings/results.

Lettuce works just as well and doesn't impart a smell. 

[AlwaysThere]

5 minutes ago, Wuvu2 said:

Lettuce works just as well and doesn't impart a smell. 

 

Good to see people here sharing tips to help others, rather than pretending to be some elite. 

 

There's also the RAW Hydrostone: https://rawthentic.com/prawducts/smoking-gear/hydration-humidity/raw-hydrostone/

 

You have to ask yourself why the knowledgeable folks here didn't even try to suggest any alternatives.

[HugoFastor]

“Washed bud” refers to cannabis flower that has gone through a process known as “water hash” or “bubble hash” extraction, which uses ice water to remove trichomes — the resin glands that contain cannabinoids (THC, CBD) and terpenes (aromatic compounds). The washing process separates the trichomes from the plant material, producing a concentrated hash or extract, while the cannabis flower itself becomes “washed,” meaning that it has lost most of its potency and aroma.

 

In other words, washed bud is cannabis that has already been used for extraction. While it retains the appearance of whole cannabis flower, it no longer contains significant levels of cannabinoids or terpenes and is generally not useful for smoking or further extraction.

 

The process of washing cannabis with ice water removes trichomes, but it leaves the structure of the cannabis flower itself intact. Here’s how this works:

 

1. What’s Being Removed:

THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids are primarily concentrated in the trichomes, which are tiny, crystal-like resin glands that cover the surface of the cannabis flower, especially the buds. Trichomes are sticky and brittle, especially when cold. They contain most of the psychoactive and aromatic compounds, like cannabinoids and terpenes.

 

2. The Ice Water Process:

In the ice water washing (or “bubble hash”) process, the cannabis is mixed with cold water and ice. The cold temperature makes the trichomes more brittle and less sticky, allowing them to break off easily from the plant material. Agitation (either by hand or machine) is then used to knock these trichomes off the flower.

 

3. Filtration:

Once the trichomes detach, the mixture is filtered through a series of fine mesh bags (known as “bubble bags”) with increasingly smaller micron sizes. These bags capture the trichomes while letting the plant material, or the “washed bud,” pass through.

 

4. Appearance of Washed Bud:

Since only the trichomes are removed, the rest of the flower structure remains relatively untouched. This means that the washed buds will look almost the same as they did before, but now they’re missing their trichomes and, consequently, most of their potency. Under a microscope or a close inspection, you’d see fewer or no trichomes on washed bud compared to fresh cannabis flower.

 

5. Final Product:

The washed buds look intact but are significantly less potent, as they’ve lost the primary source of cannabinoids and terpenes. This makes them largely unsuitable for smoking or further extraction, though some people may use them in low-potency infusions.

 

This process is popular in creating bubble hash, a high-quality cannabis concentrate, while the remaining washed bud is typically discarded or used for low-potency applications.

 

It can happen that unscrupulous vendors might try to sell washed bud as if it were regular, potent cannabis. Since washed buds retain much of the visual appearance of fresh cannabis — like size, shape, and color — but lack potency, they can be passed off to unsuspecting buyers who may not immediately realize that the buds have been stripped of their trichomes.

 

However, there are a few ways to spot washed bud:

 

1. Trichome Density: Under close inspection, washed bud usually has a duller appearance due to the lack of shiny trichomes. Fresh cannabis has a frosty look because of these resin glands, which are mostly missing on washed bud.

2. Aroma: Washed bud often lacks the strong smell typical of high-quality cannabis. Terpenes, which are responsible for aroma, are mostly stripped away during washing, so the buds may smell weak or slightly “off.”

 

3. Feel and Stickiness: Fresh cannabis is usually slightly sticky because of its resin content. Washed bud, however, feels drier and less tacky.

 

4. Price and Source: Washed bud is often very inexpensive compared to high-potency cannabis. If someone is offering a “too good to be true” deal on flower, it could be a red flag.

[HugoFastor]

On 11/3/2024 at 12:49 PM, BritManToo said:

 

Comparing these two photos, the weed doesn't look like the same stuff. In the first photo, the buds look dense and tight with some trichomes. In the second photo they look dry, loose, and no trichomes.

You also mentioned it has no real taste or smell. That's not very common for cannabis, whether or not it's grown indoors or outdoors, it's unusual for it to have no real taste or smell when, in fact, cannabis buds are typically aromatic flowers and, at the very least, will have a reasonable amount of taste when you smoke them. 
 

You also mentioned that it has high THC, but without any sort of THC test, or being able to gauge what your own THC tolerance level is, that could be a subjective evaluation.
 

I've also purchased a lot of low priced flower, very similar in price to yours, but from other vendors, and the taste and smell was very strong. So low priced bud doesn't necessarily lack smell and flavor just because it is low priced.
 

Washed bud can sometimes also be harder and denser because it’s been dried out more than usual during the washing process.

 

Cannabis that has been washed and dried thoroughly also becomes brittle and crumbly, which might cause it to shatter when ground. Fresh cannabis typically has some moisture and resin content, giving it a sticky, malleable texture rather than a shattering one.

 

So based on everything I've seen and heard here so far, I would agree, it does look and sound a lot like washed bud. Personally I would avoid it myself, but if your satisfied with it and enjoy it then no problem. 

[gargamon]

10 hours ago, HugoFastor said:

“Washed bud” refers to cannabis flower that has gone through a process known as “water hash” or “bubble hash” extraction, which uses ice water to remove trichomes — the resin glands that contain cannabinoids (THC, CBD) and terpenes (aromatic compounds). The washing process separates the trichomes from the plant material, producing a concentrated hash or extract, while the cannabis flower itself becomes “washed,” meaning that it has lost most of its potency and aroma.

 

In other words, washed bud is cannabis that has already been used for extraction. While it retains the appearance of whole cannabis flower, it no longer contains significant levels of cannabinoids or terpenes and is generally not useful for smoking or further extraction.

 

The process of washing cannabis with ice water removes trichomes, but it leaves the structure of the cannabis flower itself intact. Here’s how this works:

 

1. What’s Being Removed:

THC, CBD, and other cannabinoids are primarily concentrated in the trichomes, which are tiny, crystal-like resin glands that cover the surface of the cannabis flower, especially the buds. Trichomes are sticky and brittle, especially when cold. They contain most of the psychoactive and aromatic compounds, like cannabinoids and terpenes.

 

2. The Ice Water Process:

In the ice water washing (or “bubble hash”) process, the cannabis is mixed with cold water and ice. The cold temperature makes the trichomes more brittle and less sticky, allowing them to break off easily from the plant material. Agitation (either by hand or machine) is then used to knock these trichomes off the flower.

 

3. Filtration:

Once the trichomes detach, the mixture is filtered through a series of fine mesh bags (known as “bubble bags”) with increasingly smaller micron sizes. These bags capture the trichomes while letting the plant material, or the “washed bud,” pass through.

 

4. Appearance of Washed Bud:

Since only the trichomes are removed, the rest of the flower structure remains relatively untouched. This means that the washed buds will look almost the same as they did before, but now they’re missing their trichomes and, consequently, most of their potency. Under a microscope or a close inspection, you’d see fewer or no trichomes on washed bud compared to fresh cannabis flower.

 

5. Final Product:

The washed buds look intact but are significantly less potent, as they’ve lost the primary source of cannabinoids and terpenes. This makes them largely unsuitable for smoking or further extraction, though some people may use them in low-potency infusions.

 

This process is popular in creating bubble hash, a high-quality cannabis concentrate, while the remaining washed bud is typically discarded or used for low-potency applications.

 

It can happen that unscrupulous vendors might try to sell washed bud as if it were regular, potent cannabis. Since washed buds retain much of the visual appearance of fresh cannabis — like size, shape, and color — but lack potency, they can be passed off to unsuspecting buyers who may not immediately realize that the buds have been stripped of their trichomes.

 

However, there are a few ways to spot washed bud:

 

1. Trichome Density: Under close inspection, washed bud usually has a duller appearance due to the lack of shiny trichomes. Fresh cannabis has a frosty look because of these resin glands, which are mostly missing on washed bud.

2. Aroma: Washed bud often lacks the strong smell typical of high-quality cannabis. Terpenes, which are responsible for aroma, are mostly stripped away during washing, so the buds may smell weak or slightly “off.”

 

3. Feel and Stickiness: Fresh cannabis is usually slightly sticky because of its resin content. Washed bud, however, feels drier and less tacky.

 

4. Price and Source: Washed bud is often very inexpensive compared to high-potency cannabis. If someone is offering a “too good to be true” deal on flower, it could be a red flag.

Great explanation. Thanks.Your #3 on filtration is backwards though. The filter bags capture the washed bud and the ”goodies”  pass through.

Edited 20 hours ago by gargamon

[BritManToo]

11 hours ago, HugoFastor said:

I've also purchased a lot of low priced flower, very similar in price to yours, but from other vendors, and the taste and smell was very strong. So low priced bud doesn't necessarily lack smell and flavor just because it is low priced.

I was growing my own for 2 years, and the only plant I grew that had significant smell was White Widow, the other 20 or so hybrids I grew were relatively smell free. I also shared some of my grow with other forum members, and they didn't find it abnormal. Been smoking 0.5g a night since COVID started, it all tastes like a variation on burnt straw to me, some raw bud has a slight smell, but mostly not.

 

[nobodysfriend]

On 7/5/2022 at 6:48 PM, wbmjc said:

hello,

 

What is the cheapest good weed that you have found ? The best offer I get is 350/gram and as a gram is half a day, I am still looking for cheaper without waiting for months.

 

Thank you for your replies

 

You live in a city .

If you would live countryside , just ask someone if he knows somebody who grows it ...

In the country , a lot of people became cultivators of good ganja ...

My wife buys a bag with 50 grams of heads for 500 ...

[AlwaysThere]

16 hours ago, HugoFastor said:

Comparing these two photos, the weed doesn't look like the same stuff. In the first photo, the buds look dense and tight with some trichomes. In the second photo they look dry, loose, and no trichomes.

You also mentioned it has no real taste or smell. That's not very common for cannabis, whether or not it's grown indoors or outdoors, it's unusual for it to have no real taste or smell when, in fact, cannabis buds are typically aromatic flowers and, at the very least, will have a reasonable amount of taste when you smoke them. 
 

You also mentioned that it has high THC, but without any sort of THC test, or being able to gauge what your own THC tolerance level is, that could be a subjective evaluation.
 

I've also purchased a lot of low priced flower, very similar in price to yours, but from other vendors, and the taste and smell was very strong. So low priced bud doesn't necessarily lack smell and flavor just because it is low priced.
 

Washed bud can sometimes also be harder and denser because it’s been dried out more than usual during the washing process.

 

Cannabis that has been washed and dried thoroughly also becomes brittle and crumbly, which might cause it to shatter when ground. Fresh cannabis typically has some moisture and resin content, giving it a sticky, malleable texture rather than a shattering one.

 

So based on everything I've seen and heard here so far, I would agree, it does look and sound a lot like washed bud. Personally I would avoid it myself, but if your satisfied with it and enjoy it then no problem. 

 

Friend ordered some and sent me a photo. What is your opinion? Cherry Cosmos she says.

 

 

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[AlwaysThere]

[ElwoodP]

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[rice555]

On the washed buds, before and after 5 step wash, with H-P, rinse , B Soda x Lemon, 2 more

rinses.

The washed bud is the next morning after drip drying, now are in. final drying.