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How To Roll A Joint
Jun
Whether you’re a fan of a straight, cigar-style joint or the traditional cone, we all want to get it just right. Pearled joints not only look beautiful, but they also smoke more evenly than their elbowed counterparts. This step-by-step visual tutorial will teach you how to make a cone joint (or pinner), making it simple to produce a photo-worthy joint to enjoy alone or share with your friends.
How To Roll A Joint: Step by Step
Before you get started, make sure you have all your supplies:
- The best rolling papers,
- A great herb grinder
- Rolling tips
- Cannabis, Hemp Flower, or Delta-8
- Poker of some kind, etc.
If you need a smart system for keeping track of these items, read our article on smell-proof stash cases.
1. Place the Crutch
Rolling tips, also known as crooks, are cylindrical tools that make it easy to stuff the rolled cannabis into a cylinder. The crutch sets the overall form and size of the joint, allowing for a sturdy location on which to hold the joint while arranging the bud. We like to leave part of the crutch sticking out of the end of the rolling paper, as shown above.
2. Arrange the Bud
It’s critical that the ground bud be evenly positioned in the trough of the rolling paper. This may appear self-evident, but it is often overlooked or rushed. If the bud isn’t equally distributed throughout the paper before rolling, achieving your desired shape will be considerably more difficult.
If you’re rolling a pinner, the ground bud should be placed in the paper as shown at the top of this photo. If you’d rather use cone joints, position them in accordance with the lower picture.
3. Roll the Paper
Time to roll the bud. This step might be the most difficult since it requires a delicate touch that only comes with practice. The aim is to move the book back and forth between your hands, shaping the bud into a straight cylinder (pinner joint) or a cone joint.
Take your time with this step. If the bud does not retain its cylindrical form on its own (without your hands pinching the paper), keep rolling, compressing, and shaping it. This is arguably the most important stage in the joint rolling process, so take it easy here.
Continue rolling the paper between your fingertips until the closest flap is oriented according to the image above. The angle at which the joint is rolled will depend on the desired shape.
4. Tuck, Lick & Stick
The last four moves will seal the paper into its cylindrical form and how tightly the joint is rolled. The tighter the roll, the slower and smoother the burning will be. The tuck should begin at the crutch and focus on eliminating any slack in the rolling paper for a tight roll. If you’re having difficulties, consider using both thumbs to tuck half of the paper while holding down with your crutch. This is another difficult step for newcomers to joint rolling—don’t give up hope!
If you’ve tucked the first part of the papers but are having trouble tucking the rest (because the paper is crinkling), try using one hand to draw the end of the paper as shown above. This will aid in reducing crinkles in the paper, resulting in a tighter, more uniform roll. After you’ve tucked everything, keep rolling. It’s now time to lick and stick down the glue strip on half of it. Some people prefer licking and sticking down half of it before half of it
Pro Tip: You may lick through the paper and yet activate the glue strip to finish the second half of the connection.
5. Lock Down the Crutch
Recall how we inserted a little crutch out the rear of the rolling paper when we were only making a small one? Now that you’ve completed rolling it up, you may push the crutch in towards the cannabis to tighten the connection. Push the crutch firmly into place to seal off the gap after lapping it with your tongue to keep it in place. The chance of your crutch slipping out of your joint is reduced as result.
6. Pack the Tip
Now that you have a rolled joint, it’s time to fill it and twist it off. Packing your joint is similar to packing a cigarette in the aim of producing a slower, more even-burning smoke. Packaging joints reduces the chance of the cherry falling out of the lit joint as a result of an unraveling roll because they prevent the joint from getting too hot while rolling. There are many ways to pack joints, but we’ll go over the most popular ones below.
Note: It’s also possible to pack a joint too tight! When this happens, it’s nearly impossible to achieve a good draw due to lack of airflow.
MUZZLE LOAD
Muzzleloading is a great method to increase the length of your joint. Shoving ground bud into the tip of the joint, just like loading an in-line rifle, is how it’s done. It’s easier with some sort of device—a pen, dabber, damper, scissors, house key, headphone cord, or similar item. To help push the bud into the cylindrical end of the joint and squeeze it down using a tool of your choosing
DROP
To pack a crutch, you must first support it on a hard surface (crutch down) and then drop it onto the table. Many repeated drops from several inches above a table (or another hard surface) generally produces the finest packing.
SHAKE
Packing joints with this strategy entails compressing and packing them using your fingertips. It’s worth noting that, unless you have some rolling paper at the end of the joint to pinch and grip, this method will only work if you’re a pro. As shown, carefully shake the joint back and forth while keeping the paper at the tip of the joint pinched between your fingers.
7. Twist & Seal
To finish, give the paper at the joint’s tip a little twist to seal it. You’re done! By using any or all of these rolling techniques, you can create a better joint that results in a more pleasurable smoking experience.
Inside Out Rolling Technique
Inside-out rolled joints are really slow-burning! Learn how to roll a fantastic joint using the paper inside out. It soon feels simpler than rolling normally, as many individuals discover that all of the same methods apply. Did you know that the kind of rolling papers you use will impact how your joint rolls, smokes, and tastes? The thinner the paper, the slower the burn, according on general rule. If you’ve never used ultra-thin rice paper before, now is the time to try it.
Rolling Like a Pro on the Go
To keep your materials safe, you may store all of your joint rolling supplies and concentrates in a smell-proof safety case. You can vape, roll another joint, and even pack a one-hitter while traveling if you store extra flower and concentrates in your smell-proof containers.
Tips For Rolling Perfect Joints
The team’s de-facto joint roller is usually the guy everyone goes to when they want to burn one or the girl who can twist perfect pinners while walking into the wind with all of her smoking goods (we don’t know how she does it either).
Are you the guy who doesn’t seem to get it? Do you want to enhance your rolling technique? You don’t have to be a magician to make a beautiful, smokeless joint with enough practice and the appropriate information. Here are 10 suggestions for rolling a perfect joint.
Use the Best Rolling Paper
Have you ever grabbed Zig-Zags from the gas station counter? They are affecting the taste of your joints. There are three varieties of rolling paper materials, each with its own set of characteristics that influence how your joint rolls and smokes. Wood pulp rolling papers should be avoided by novices; instead, try rice or hemp paper. Rice papers are ideal for expert roller because they allow for a flavorless, slow burn while still producing an accurate roll. Expert rollers seeking for a flavorless, low-burning smoke and precise roll will appreciate rice papers.
Select the Right Size
It’s all about the right size rolling paper, which is a personal preference based on a few key variables: How many people are you smoking with? What is your tolerance for high doses? Do you intend to roll many joints?
You won’t be able to roll them fast enough if you show up at Snoop Dogg’s house with a box of single-wides. The most popular and readily available sizes are 1 ¼” and King Slims. 1 ¼” is regarded as the ‘standard’ cannabis rolling paper, and it is suitable for one to three people with moderate to high tolerances. King Slims are better suited for groups of two to five people with moderate or high tolerance levels, whereas 1 7/8″ is ideal for one person with mild tolerance levels.
Always Grind First
You don’t have to spend $60+ for the greatest grinder! If your herb isn’t fully ground, any rolling job will be ineffective. Metal grinders are preferred since they’re more durable and provide a smoother, more consistent grinding action, but they’re also available in plastic or wood versions. All that matters is that you use one!
Use a Crutch, They Are Clutch
Have you ever received a soggy joint with a difficult-to-smoke end? Don’t be “that guy” who puts your smoking circle through such an ordeal. A crutch is also known as a filter or tip and is essentially a glass or wood pulp mouthpiece—you can buy pre-made rolling tips, or make your own at home. The best part is that they assist in holding and passing to others while also optimizing airflow for an easy draw. They even aid in the joint rolling process by providing a perfect cylinder on which the rolled cannabis may be added. The finest part: You may now smoke your joint all the way through.
Arrange Slowly Before Rolling
Have you ever observed that certain joints have a ”pooch” in the middle? All it takes is some light finger organization to set your bud correctly and prevent the “pregnant” look, but it’s frequently neglected. Pinners are generally rolled for smaller gatherings and are very efficient, whereas cones produce a strong hit and maximize the size of the rolling paper.
Final Prep, Then Roll Patiently
It’s difficult to make great joints when the ground cannabis is all over the place, so take some time and neaten it up properly within the paper. To produce a tube, you must work the cannabis down into the paper carefully.
After you’ve placed the bud and rolled the paper back and forth between your hands, set the entire thing on the table to see how it behaves. You won’t be able to achieve that firm tuck if your roll doesn’t retain its cylindrical form.
Create Paper Tension Using the Tip
If your paper gets a little crinkle after the initial tuck, don’t worry! With one hand holding the tuck in place and your other hand near the paper’s tip, tug away from the crutch. Create enough tension in the paper to smooth it out without pulling too hard that you rip it.
Light it Correctly, No Inhale on Ignition
When it comes to lighting your joints, don’t try to impress people. Cannabis and organic raw hemp flower joints do not burn like cigarettes, so they should be burned in a different manner. To create a long-lasting, slow-burning cherry at the tip of your joint, gently rotate the joint while gradually increasing the amount of direct heat. If someone else swipes their saliva all over one side of the joint to prevent the canoe from developing, we may miss our turn.
Smoke Less Paper
Did you know that by rolling joints inside out like pro skier Tanner Hall, the burn rate of marijuana can be increased while reducing the unpleasant paper taste? Even more burn reduction may be achieved by reducing the amount of paper used to seal the joint. Rolling things inside out might be more difficult to master than standard methods, but those who learn it rarely revert to conventional techniques. Give it a go after you’ve perfected your base method; you could be pleasantly surprised.
How to Roll a Joint Inside Out
We like rolling a joint using the European method of rolling “inside out” or “backroll.” While it’s a little more difficult, using less paper usually results in a smokier, slower-burning joint with less noticeable paper flavor.
When rolling inside out, the most frequent joint rolling methods will still apply, making this technique suitable for both professionals and novices. This one is a show-stopper in the smoking circle because of its unique orientation of the rolling paper. The primary distinction between these two techniques is that you must roll the inside edge first before placing it on top.
This technique is popular among joint smoking enthusiasts, since it produces a more uniform burn with less canoeing and “running.” We’ve outlined the process for rolling an ideal inside-out joint below.
Prerequisites
If you really want to improve your rolling skills, we recommend using an ultra-thin, flavorless rolling paper like rice paper. Thin rice paper is generally more accurate than hemp and wood pulp papers when rolled inside out. Now is the time to try rolling rice paper for the first time.
1. Flip the Paper
Instead of laying the paper vertically, place it on its side with the glue strip closest to you and the adhesive portion facing downward.
2. Arrange and Roll as Usual
Fill the paper with ground bud and place it in an even layer for simple rolling once the paper is properly aligned. Make the join just as you would when rolling normally.
3. The Inside Out Tuck
When you’re ready to roll a cigar-sized joint, hold the herb with your fingertips and roll it in between your palms as if folding paper. The finished product should be compacted and flattened, then cooled for 10 to 20 minutes or so before being tacked. Note that you’ll be tucking the glue strip (opposite of the standard joint-rolling procedure).
It’s critical to get a tight, slack-free tuck because the glue strip will be the only point of overlap, allowing you less tolerance to correct throughout the rest of the roll. The tuck will determine where the joint is sewn when rolling inside out.
If the paper refuses to tuck and crinkles as you pull it away, try using one hand to draw the paper’s tip away from the crutch.
You may also use your lips to pull the slack out of the papers with your fingers as a finishing touch to enhance the tension in your tuck. To effectively tighten the spiral of rolling paper around the tube of bud, grip the paper as shown above.
4. Seal in One Smooth Motion
Then, using your tongue, lick the glue strip through the rolling paper. This might be more difficult than licking the strip of glue straight because you must lick and press it, but once you do so, you’ll be able to see the glue strip plainly through the paper, proving that it has sealed appropriately.
5. Remove the Excess
Finally, remove the excess rolling paper from the completed joint. The usual procedure is to rip off the extra paper, which has a high risk of error; while burning it away is more for show and typically results in catastrophe.
TEARING
To remove the excess paper, re-lick the glue strip and carefully pull away any additional paper from the joint beginning at the crutch. Place one hand on the glue strip as you push away the flap with your other hand. Do not pull to either side; doing so will most certainly cause your hard effort to unravel! As shown below, keep your fingers behind the joint when grasping the flap. It usually aids in moving your hand position up towards the end of tearing.
TORCHING
The second technique, for style points, is to set fire to the extra paper near the crutch and watch it burn all the way up the joint.
Burning off the excess paper flap is less accurate, resulting in an increased possibility of damaging the connection.
You should now have an inside-out joint with the bare minimum of paper to seal it, regardless of the removal approach. When learning, rolling inside out is less forgiving than rolling on the outside edge, but after you’ve gotten used to it, you might discover that it’s easier.
