Our love for cannabis goes back thousands of years, and bongs have been a large part of the equation from the earliest of days. But, most bongs of the old eras didn't hold up long enough to be admired like they should have. That's because many early smoking pipes were made from degradable materials like gourds, wood, and clay, breaking down or deteriorating over time. 

Even up until recently, bongs were almost always made from destructible materials. As such, most pipes were considered fragile unless handled with the utmost care. It's still recommended that people handle their bong with care, but the fear of broken pipes has waned significantly depending on the materials used.

Read on to learn more about indestructible bong materials and their possible benefits. 

What is an Indestructible Bong?

An indestructible bong is just what its name states. Rather than made from easy-to-break materials like glass or clay, indestructible bongs use options like steel and silicone to vastly increase their durability.

Pieces made from indestructible materials are much more likely to survive falls, drops, dings, scratches, and other regular interactions that could destroy other bongs and similar devices. While it is technically possible to destroy steel or silicone, a lot of effort would be required to make it happen.

In some cases, acrylic may also be considered an indestructible bong material. While more durable than glass of equal thickness, acrylic can break or become damaged during certain accidents. So, while tougher than glass and clay, acrylic more so serves as the midpoint between easy-to-break and indestructible bong materials.

Benefits of Indestructible Bongs

There's lots to love about traditional glass and clay pieces. But innovation over the eras has led to the indestructible bong becoming an equally stunning piece of art, with several standout features consumers have long wanted from their pipes. 

Durability

Durability should never be an afterthought, especially with a bong. The pricey pipes are assets, and who wants to worry about one of their favorite investments shattering into pieces? 

With indestructible bongs, consumers don't have to worry about their pipes breaking. Indestructible bongs are designed to last, providing a hefty return on investment with each smoke session. 

Portable

All bongs are technically portable, but many aren't built for the rigors of the road. Bongs made from steel and silicone are up for the challenge. Whether hiking, smoking in the backyard, or hitting up a party or beyond, these materials are better equipped to withstand any knocks encountered along the way.

No Need for Extra Protection

Glass and clay bongs tend to crack, scratch, or break from even minor collisions and incidents. A steel or silicone bong will not have the same issues.

While we still recommend using a travel case to make carrying your piece that much easier, indestructible bongs can be safely moved with much less risk or need for protection like a glass or clay pipe requires.

What to Consider When Buying a Bong

As the saying goes, it's "buyer beware." That's particularly true with bongs. When shopping for a pipe, it's paramount to understand what type of experience you seek and where your smoking is likely to occur.

From lifestyle to cleaning habits to the overall experience and so much in between, keep the following parameters in mind when deciding which is the best bong for you:

Material and Lifestyle Fit

Consider the type of smoker you are and what type of performance you need from your bong.

The name of the game is always durability, but certain lifestyles and smoking preferences may require a higher degree of precision to ensure that their piece lasts for plenty of smoke sessions.

For example, a typically at-home smoker who doesn't bring their bong anywhere can get away with just about any material to smoke from. Anyone who enjoys the outdoors or smoking anywhere other than home may want to pick up a more adorable piece. A steel, silicone, or acrylic pipe can provide more comfort and security when smoking outside.

Portability

Durability is no doubt important, but so too is carrying a heavy bag. Too heavy a pack will weigh you down and possibly sour the experience if it goes on for too long.

There is no doubt that steel is the most stable and secure bong, providing a level of durability unmatched by other materials. But, certain steel and other material bongs may prove too heavy and may even outweigh the benefits of bringing it on the journey.

That was a core concern when creating the Chill bong. We use lightweight steel to make our pipes durable as they come without weighing you down. When shopping for a bong, check the product's weight before buying.

Similarly, check out what accessories the company offers to make carrying easier. With the Chill, each component can be detached and placed into a travel case to protect the pieces and make it easy to store with just about any luggage setup, be it an overnight hike, a smoke sash at your friend's backyard, or even a flight.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Smoking weed leads to contaminants and resin build-up in all pieces. No bong material has made it possible to escape that fate. Nevertheless, certain materials are more conducive to easy cleaning. Ceramic is one of the best for this, making most cleanups as easy as a quick wipe with an approved cleaning solution.

Chill's interior is made from ceramic. After taking a couple of stellar hits from your vacuum-sealed, steel-secured bong, follow Chill's cleaning instructions and be ready for the next smoke sesh in just a few minutes.

Price

With anything, you get what you pay for.

You can no doubt find a cheap or low-priced bong. But, you run the risk of smoking from a device using substandard products that could hinder the quality of the smoke and even potentially expose you to additional unwanted elements.

As much as a glass or clay pipe is a work of art, there are not many more feelings worse in the world than having one of your several hundred dollar pieces of art shatter due to a mistake. An indestructible bong material like steel helps address these concerns. With Chill, you have a durable, enjoyable bong that enhances the experience without shattering your bank account like a glass bong when it hits the floor.

Chill with a Quality Steel Pipe

There's no need to worry when smoking with a stainless steel water pipe like Chill.

The Chill bong is the best piece, no matter the location. From the living room to the woods to an outdoor festival, bring your bong with the assurance that it won't break under pressure (or any accidents). With the ability to keep water chilled and ice frozen for up to 12 hours, you have the assurance that each hit contains all of pot's pleasantness without any of the harsh burning other pieces can sometimes deliver.

Discover the difference an indestructible bong offers by picking up a Chill Steel Pipe today.