Hey all,
Question: If my goal to maximal extraction, then is there any real need for me to gradually raise the temperature? Why don't I just set my start temp to my final temp and vape until end?
If your goal is maximum extraction, then by all means you can just start high. However you might want to experiment with lower temps, too. I recommend it. It's all about what you're looking for.
Higher temperatures will exhaust your material faster. This might not be an issue if you can handle the thicker vapor without coughing, or exhaling a good portion of it.