MeditativeMind
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Again, irrelevant. What will you do with this information other than have it for the sake of having it?
It will be anywhere from 0%-41.6%
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Again, irrelevant. What will you do with this information other than have it for the sake of having it?
It will be anywhere from 0%-41.6%
CarolKing
Singer of songs and a vapor connoisseur
Let's get back to the Solo.
I sometimes get pain flair ups late at night. I have woken up in the middle of the night due to pain and anxiety. I will bring the Solo in bed with me. I use a heavy duty indica and it will help me get back to sleep. The Solo is small and handy to have for those occasions.
My Solo to the rescue.
I just dusted off my older model Solo (2011 model) to put it back in the line up. Since I only have the 2 now.
I sometimes get pain flair ups late at night. I have woken up in the middle of the night due to pain and anxiety. I will bring the Solo in bed with me. I use a heavy duty indica and it will help me get back to sleep. The Solo is small and handy to have for those occasions.
My Solo to the rescue.
I just dusted off my older model Solo (2011 model) to put it back in the line up. Since I only have the 2 now.
OF
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A valid question, but not a realistic way to get the information IMO. Better would be to blow a bag then sample it right away, and then several times after sitting a while. If goodness condenses out that will tell a fuller tale.
We know, anecdotally, there is some modest loss, but not much over a few minutes?
OF
Hashtag46&2
Trichome Technician
I need you to know how grateful I am for so many of your posts.
Like this one here...
I used to have to keep my DBV on low while I slept, so I could grab the whip, turn the dial and grab some vapor, when my pain sand anxiety disturb my sleep.
But this requires me actually getting up out of bed, which is very hard with my condition (Super stiff joints)
After reading that you do this with the Solo..
I started packing a stem with a Hash Samich and placing it right by my bedside.
Has come to the rescue at least 5 times since.
Plus the Garden Vape... Never go into the garden without my Solo now.
Thank you CarolKing!!
Lately I've been using a screen that's hardly domed at all in my Solo stem. It's virtually flat, with just the slightest bit of a curve to it. This is only because I was down to my last good domed screen and I lost it, but that part's not important. What's important is, I've found that the Solo seems to handle small loads without a domed screen just as well as it does with them. I've been putting tiny amounts in there, usually filling the stem about a quarter of the way full, and getting great results. It's funny I never tried this before, I always just used a domed screen unquestioningly when I wanted to use a smaller amount.
I'm having a hard time finding a way to use the Solo ineffectively... Maybe if I tried using it while it wasn't turned on...
I'm having a hard time finding a way to use the Solo ineffectively... Maybe if I tried using it while it wasn't turned on...
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Maybe if I tried using it while it wasn't turned on...
Doesn't work very well, done it a number of times after I accidentally found the mute feature.
CarolKing
Singer of songs and a vapor connoisseur
I have been using the Shorty stem PVHE stem with my older model Solo. I'm using a flat fine mesh screen. No draw resistance and it saves cannabis because it has a smaller bowl size. The larger bowl size I can get 2 sessions, the smaller bowl I get 1 session before the flavor goes.
The heat recovers quicker after a draw. I still have my PA in case I want to use the unit plugged in. @OF that doesn't weaken the battery right? It's by passing the battery? This is the 2011 model Solo where you can't charge with the regular plug in adapter.
@Hashtag46&2 You are very welcome and thank you for the nice comment.
The heat recovers quicker after a draw. I still have my PA in case I want to use the unit plugged in. @OF that doesn't weaken the battery right? It's by passing the battery? This is the 2011 model Solo where you can't charge with the regular plug in adapter.
@Hashtag46&2 You are very welcome and thank you for the nice comment.
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Dr. Soxhlet
SOLO Vaporized Cannabis is my Best Medicine
I do the same. Helps with the pain and puts me back to sleep. Because of the Solos' design and the shut off switch, there is no worry about starting a fire if I do happen to fall back asleep while it is still on.
sickmanfraud
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@Hashtag46&2 I do not believe you are alone in experiencing anxiety regarding a continuous supply of medicine.
I can't speak for others, but I have anxiety anytime I have to deal with the Ministry of Health Medical Cannabis division.
I can tell you that while anxiety is common, it can only serve to increase your (my) pain level.
You are in Colorado, how large is the price difference between medical and recreational cannabis?
Feel better.
smf
Thcgos
Vape Addict
Lately I've been using a screen that's hardly domed at all in my Solo stem. It's virtually flat, with just the slightest bit of a curve to it. This is only because I was down to my last good domed screen and I lost it, but that part's not important. What's important is, I've found that the Solo seems to handle small loads without a domed screen just as well as it does with them. I've been putting tiny amounts in there, usually filling the stem about a quarter of the way full, and getting great results. It's funny I never tried this before, I always just used a domed screen unquestioningly when I wanted to use a smaller amount.
I'm having a hard time finding a way to use the Solo ineffectively... Maybe if I tried using it while it wasn't turned on...
I never understood the dome method. I tried it a few times and thought I must have been doing it wrong because I didn't get any different results (maybe worse from memory).
If you are holding the stem upright, should the dome be pointing upward e.g:
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Or downward:
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Sorry for the crude ASCII art illustrations but it's the only way I could think to explain it
SilentRunner
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I think it really depends on how hot the glass of the stem gets. Glass is not a good conductor, so initially the walls will be cold. The dome shape poiting downward when in use makes sense when the glass walls are also hot. Then the herb is not in cool places
If the glass walls are cold, a dome pointing upward would make sense. Also a shorty stem with a smaller bowl is an alternative
If the glass walls are cold, a dome pointing upward would make sense. Also a shorty stem with a smaller bowl is an alternative
Buzzbomb Almighty
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testing...... (the first hot sweet shot of mist is always the best)... now cool to 5, and... little more heat soak... 2 good hits on 1/3 of a bowl and it still isn't brown, but on start of the 3rd I know it's done and only a little dust is left. I think that while it does work well as a 1 or 2 hitter the steamy flavour of the first 2 draughts from a full bowl is better and I'm not quite getting that from the short measure.
Edit: In the interest of science I decided further investigation was warranted and followed up with 2 successive small bowls. One thing I don't like is having to re-heat and pull just because I don't know what's left in there, and smaller bowls should fix that and mean more control and economy. The plusses and minuses sort of even each other out depending on personal preferences. I was worried that the pot would fall down and foul the ports in the chamber but it was still up there. One thing I did notice is lighter greenish coloured abv so will this residue possibly be more potent than the brownish stuff? I just use a flat screen.
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You are in CO and you have a medical card I assume? The change in Drs. shouldn't affect your ability to use your medical card, so you should still be able to purchase the necessary supplies.. Personally I go to a completely different Dr. for my medical card as I use for other issues, and I tell my regular Dr. that I am a marijuana patient and he has never said anything remotely negative about it, although he was glad I was vaping rather than smoking.
That said, my health issues are very different, and not nearly as serious or complex as yours, so that may affect your approach.
Hashtag46&2
Trichome Technician
Thank you for the comments.
Yes, when Cannabis was legalized here, the Doctor required that I must have my Medical License always current and on file...
This little rule was to get the DEA of his back, as he himself agreed that ingested or vaporized cannabis is in fact beneficial for chronic pain sufferers.
I have a separate Doctor who evaluates me every year to renew my cannabis card. And this is essentially how all Med cards are obtained.
There are Docs that exclusively do MMJ evaluations, I have yet to hear of anyone getting their card through their Primary,Family "traditional physicians".
So, I have no issues with my herbal medicines. (Thank Goodness)
Unfortunately, I am now and have been opioid tolerant for a long time now.
So, the sheer amount will be intimidating to a new Doctor, and here in we have the problem.
The new Doctor is supposed to be moving into the office at the beginning of February... (The new Doc bought my old doc's practice)
Then they are supposed to call me for an appointment.
But for the last decade, appointments of this nature are made three months in advance...
This is why I'm such a damn nervous wreck right now...
I imagine that I'm overly worried, I'm just a man of routine.
Hopefully I get that phone call soon...
I plan on bringing my Solo, the latest Scientific Study initially posted by @lwien regarding it's efficiency of capturing cannabinoids, along with many many notes I've taken regarding it's medicinal properties.
I had already shown my Solo to my former Doctor, and he was very impressed with the design.
I thought it was purdy neat, being so trustworthy, and open minded.
I'm certainly going to miss him, he is also a Chronic Pain Patient, which is why he pursued this career.
Note to mods...sorry for going off topic, but the Solo Thread is very family like, so many awesome people, such great support.. I haven't spoken to anyone about this other than my Wife, and writing about it has been therapeutic for me.
Thank you FC.
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uhranium
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Having a cold that causes me mild nauseous I went to buy some weed with my solo in the jacket pocket. On my bike, the mounted solo fell out and got hit so hard, the screwable top went off, the stem in pieces like always. Now after the search in the dark for a black cap went somehow successful, the solo fell out a 2nd time but I realized it was working with no problems. Now a broken stem with no back up at 22:00 on a saturday evening is as bad as it gets.
I realized there's a headshop on the Reeperbahn that closes at 0:00 so I went there and had to pay 10€ for a standard stem.
Took the short one as I think it is easier to handle and a little bit more break resistant. Like it so far, ye olde shortie.
My naeusa is mitigated and I got sume bubble wrap again to roll up the stem . Those things are so hard to obtain
I realized there's a headshop on the Reeperbahn that closes at 0:00 so I went there and had to pay 10€ for a standard stem.
Took the short one as I think it is easier to handle and a little bit more break resistant. Like it so far, ye olde shortie.
My naeusa is mitigated and I got sume bubble wrap again to roll up the stem . Those things are so hard to obtain
Buzzbomb Almighty
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I have a few coming from a Chinese Ebay seller at a decent price but until they arrive I can't really rate them. When I get them I'll tell all.My naeusa is mitigated and I got sume bubble wrap again to roll up the stem . Those things are so hard to obtain
CarolKing
Singer of songs and a vapor connoisseur
@uhranium what a great testimonial regarding the durability of everybody's fav portable. This unit can stand up to the abuse of falling hard on the ground from a moving bicycle. There was a story a couple of years ago that somebody had their Solo run over by a truck in the snow. They even showed a picture of the unit with a dent. It still worked!
The Solo IMO is the most durable portable on the market today. Just keep extra stems on hand. Everyone needs a wooden stem/WonG from @Ed's TnT that doesn't break. The 3 inches works well as a WonG or a mouthpiece.
The Solo IMO is the most durable portable on the market today. Just keep extra stems on hand. Everyone needs a wooden stem/WonG from @Ed's TnT that doesn't break. The 3 inches works well as a WonG or a mouthpiece.
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Hashtag46&2
Trichome Technician
I got to reiterate how amazing High end Bubble Hash tastes out of the Solo.
Even at level 7... As it takes higher temperatures to fully extract the goodness out of Bubble.
But, even my Dnail can't even come close to the flavor produced by the Solo.
Dnail has only collected dust since I picked up vaporization.
Almost every palatable nuance that goes unnoticed in other Vaporizers (Stock DBV for example) shines bright in the Solo delivery system.
The DDave MoDD however almost matches the flavor of the Solo..
If you get a chance to get your hands on some high quality Bubble Hash, I recommend trying some in the Solo, Sandwich style and Hampster Mode.
Today I have some True Cherry OG ( 6 month cure) loaded, and level 3 tastes like Gummy Bears... Fantastic!
Even at level 7... As it takes higher temperatures to fully extract the goodness out of Bubble.
But, even my Dnail can't even come close to the flavor produced by the Solo.
Dnail has only collected dust since I picked up vaporization.
Almost every palatable nuance that goes unnoticed in other Vaporizers (Stock DBV for example) shines bright in the Solo delivery system.
The DDave MoDD however almost matches the flavor of the Solo..
If you get a chance to get your hands on some high quality Bubble Hash, I recommend trying some in the Solo, Sandwich style and Hampster Mode.
Today I have some True Cherry OG ( 6 month cure) loaded, and level 3 tastes like Gummy Bears... Fantastic!
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OF
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Took the short one as I think it is easier to handle and a little bit more break resistant. Like it so far, ye olde shortie.
My naeusa is mitigated and I got sume bubble wrap again to roll up the stem . Those things are so hard to obtain
Sad story indeed, makes me grateful that replacements and spares are easy to come by here.
You might consider getting a 'baby soda bottle' for transport. Also known as a 'travel tube':
http://www.planetvape.ca/travel-tube.html
http://www.amazon.com/Cache-Tube-5-...e=UTF8&qid=1454295229&sr=8-6&keywords=baby+so
These are the preforms they heat and 'blow mold' into soft drink bottles world wide, they should be available locally. They are also sold by 'scientific houses' as test tubes.
Tough as nails, absolute protection for your stems.
OF
TheWhisper
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OF
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I'm sure they are, I don't know any off hand but am sure they're not hard to find these days. I've seen it happen, it is a cool process for sure. Like many industrial processes. Lots of smart guys involved.
Like for instance, this one (ain't search engines great? "Blow molding"):
IIRC the material is polycarbonate, the stuff they make safety glasses, face shields and 'shatterproof windows' out of.
FWIW, lots of stuff you don't think about is made this way. Like wastebaskets and milk jugs. You can usually find the seams in the mold (they are 'compound', made of many pieces so you can get the part out). This takes care of a serious problem with direct molding (imagine trying to get the mold out of the inside of a hard bottle) and it also allows the machine to run much faster. Direct molding requires the mold to be hot so the material will flow well but be cold to get the part out without slumping. That means the mold must be heated and cooled for each part. As the molds become larger and more complex this takes longer and longer and longer. The blanks are small and done in groups with several molds connected by 'sprues' to speed it up. Then to blow molding where the preform is hot and soft and goes into a cold mold and is hit with cold gas on the inside. Cools very fast, high production rates result.
A neat side benefit is scrap (like the sprue 'tree' connecting the blanks or the top of a wastebasket that's cut off) are simply returned to the melt to be recycled with fresh pellets of plastic.
Fun stuff.
OF
SilentRunner
Well-Known Member
The ones I got from China had a very loose fit, no draw resistance on the positive side. The black plastic tip is glued on, not screwed
Buzzbomb Almighty
Well-Known Member
The first one I ordered is the short stem for Solo (no tip), that one could be coming any day now, then I ordered a pair of Air stems with tip (I expect those to be loose but we'll see), and then I ordered a curved Solo stem. Until I can source the material to finish my wood and steel stem/gong project I'll at least have back-up in case I break my stem.
I'm curious how much of the solo's heating is convection versus conduction. In the Air thread, I saw a post that says the air is mostly conduction. Well, I already have a Pax 2 that I got solely for portability (not discretion). I like it just because I can throw it in whatever pocket I have and barely notice it there...really tiny. Anyway, I'd like to get one that is less portable (but not a desktop) and primarily convection. Is the solo a good way to go? Also, what's a reputable seller to get the real thing if so? The official site's price is quite high.