First Try At Tangiers Og

[Brandon`]

So I decided to try some Tangiers OG, I'm usually a Lucid smoker. I've never really experienced a buzz, If I have it would be from Starbuzz or from some other brand, i've smoked Naklha Double Apple and didn't get to big of a buzz. I always smoke Lucid Orange Soda, So I never thought abt trying OG till I realised it was cheaper, So I ordered some Orange Soda. When It arrived I was pretty happy, I let it sit out for about a day, Smelled it and it was stronger then the lucid so I decided what the heck, Loaded my up a bowl with 3 Coconara's and took a first hit, it was pretty amazing. I let it sit for 5 minutes while I found the remote to the tv, I did another draw and it knocked me. I just thought I got a huge headache, I took another draw and I was all right till about my 6th draw and then my head was hurting more then ever. I thought I was just tired because I came home from work (a 16 hour day). I threw the charcoals in the sink and ran upstairs, I could barely make it upstairs my head was hurting so bad it felt like I just got knocked in the head. I've never had a buzz this big in my life. I could barely text my sister to come give me a bucket bc I knew I was going to throw up. She finally got upstairs with a bucket and I didn't even let her reach me I grabbed it and puked seriously about a gallon, It was disgusting. I realy don't knwo what happend i'm just not used to that big of a buzz. I don't really smoke for a buzz so I guess that's why. Bad expierience, Was really looking forward to switching to OG but I guess that's not gonna happen...

I'll stick with Lucid for now, Never thought a buzz could be that bad. What a bad Tuesday night.. The throw up took care of it tho. Don't try OG if your not used to buzz's. I learned the hard way...

`Brandon

[Tom1]

Gross. It's never a good idea to go from unwashed to OG.

Usually it's a progressive path up the chain, washed(starbuzz/lucid), semi-washed(af? dont really know many semi-washed brands), unwashed(nakhla, then tangiers).

[Arcane]

yep...Tangiers can get ya like that. Did you happen to eat AND drink plenty of water prior to smoking? That usually helps a little...

[Sonthert]

You might have underpacked it. It can do that. Some people pack it that way intentionally for that blast.

Try mixing 25% Noir/75% Lucid and then trying it. On bowls later, use progressively use more and more Noir. You'll get used to it.

[4d1ct3d]

Also remember to NEVER smoke with an empty stomach, specially unwashed tobaccos (like og tangiers). And drink plenty of water / soda / tea / whatever while smoking to stay hydratated or you can end with some serious headaches.

I've got some sickness in the past for smoking with an empty stomach.

[supersubby]

yeah and don't keep puffing at it like its going out of style. i alwasy get irritated when people smoke like their hookah is gona run away from them. ur supposed to just chill out and take like 1 or 2 puffs a min. not every 10 seconds like your getting paid to smoke it. people who smoke like that takeing constant puffs usually get the worst buzzes.

[NIGHTS OF BAGHDAD]

ya i always make sure i never smoke on empty stomach..

[Arcane]

yeah and don't keep puffing at it like its going out of style. i alwasy get irritated when people smoke like their hookah is gona run away from them. ur supposed to just chill out and take like 1 or 2 puffs a min. not every 10 seconds like your getting paid to smoke it. people who smoke like that takeing constant puffs usually get the worst buzzes.

hmmm...for me, it depends...if i like the flavor, i'll take a pull once ever 5-10 seconds...

my tolerance is pretty high again, so i don't much feel....although, after an hour of smoking...a slight headache is present...

[contristo]

i'm a lucid smoker, so i have a few honest questions:
if OG just gives a smoker headaches with generally the same flavor as lucid, why would anyone want to smoke OG over lucid?

if it is merely for the buzz, how does this buzz feel? is it calming and soothing, or overwhelming to the point where you are lying down and seeing circles?

just curious

[white_rabbit]

i'm a lucid smoker, so i have a few honest questions:
if OG just gives a smoker headaches with generally the same flavor as lucid, why would anyone want to smoke OG over lucid?

if it is merely for the buzz, how does this buzz feel? is it calming and soothing, or overwhelming to the point where you are lying down and seeing circles?

just curious

I guess it varies from person to person... I like all lines of tangiers... one of my favs is orange soda and it is produced in all 3 lines...but it has a different unique taste and feel for each line... depending on my mood is what I smoke. I dont smoke for buzz and I hardly get a buzz anymore anyway i smoke for pure flavor and I love all of them lol... always when i smoke hookah i am very calm and soothed..

[Zinite]

Some people have already touched on this, but I figure it's worth repeating.

Always have a beverage nearby. I usually drink 3 or 4 cups of water or brewed unsweetened tea per session.
Always eat before you smoke.

3 coals sounds like a lot. What kind of bowl are you using? For Tangiers OG, I use 2 cocos on both my medium and small phunnel. If it dies down, I throw the windcover on.
Before you take huge hits, start by smoking it like a cigar. If you're not familiar with this technique, try inhaling it just into your mouth. If it tickles your throat, you may have either under packed it, or overheated it.

Best of luck!

[Zinite]

i'm a lucid smoker, so i have a few honest questions:
if OG just gives a smoker headaches with generally the same flavor as lucid, why would anyone want to smoke OG over lucid?

if it is merely for the buzz, how does this buzz feel? is it calming and soothing, or overwhelming to the point where you are lying down and seeing circles?

just curious

I have never gotten a headache from Tangiers (and that's impressive because I have a susceptibility to migraines). If you pack it right, and use the correct amount of heat, you get an amazing mix of a tobacco taste (this is lacking in Lucid) and the intense flavor. The buzz can be described as being slightly light headed. It's very calming and soothing, but if you're buzzing and try to jump up and do something, you might feel TOO light headed and want to sit down immediately.

Like I said above, just make sure you keep yourself hydrated and have some food in you.

[evlpengwyn]

The buzz can be described as being slightly light headed. It's very calming and soothing, but if you're buzzing and try to jump up and do something, you might feel TOO light headed and want to sit down immediately.

Let me just say that I have a hard time playing Tool songs on expert in GH:WT immediately after smoking unwashed shisha

[Zinite]

The buzz can be described as being slightly light headed. It's very calming and soothing, but if you're buzzing and try to jump up and do something, you might feel TOO light headed and want to sit down immediately.

Let me just say that I have a hard time playing Tool songs on expert in GH:WT immediately after smoking unwashed shisha

It can definitely be a little disorienting . But, I would not describe it as a bad feeling.

[BBKakes]

I would try the following:

1. Pack it correctly
2. Make sure you are properly fed and hydrated
3. Make sure you're not wiped out from a 16hr work day.

Tangiers OG is not as "lock and load" as other brands. Love it and it will love you back!

[shalowlow]

Yeah, I remember one time packing Kashmir Peach in an egyptian and way underpacking. The was the most light headed i've ever been. If you underpack it, it will getcha!

I still can't really drink while smoking OG because it always takes me for too big of a ride.

[TobiasKM]

I've recently gotten a few different kinds of Al Fakher.. I've tried two now, Golden Grape and watermelon and I've felt sick both every time. No idea why, never had it to this degree before. And i have smoked Nakhla before, without noticing anything over the top.

I've got some Tangiers Lucid on the way, interesting to see how i respond to that I hope it's brilliant.

[AKammenzind]

Balls, get some. Haha seriously though, I still don't get all the fuss about tangiers buzz... I've only gotten buzzed off of it a couple times and nothing much at that. Just suck it up, learn to enjoy a head rush and you get used to it. Then eventually you just don't really get a buzz anymore. I know I don't.

[demonix]

I've yakked from even smoking SB on an empty stomach.
Smoking on an empty stomach will seriously fuck you up. I usually have at least equivalent to a couple cans of soda or a bottle of water before I smoke.
Always eat too, but nothing too nice in case you just throw it up ^_~

[HKJON]

i'm a lucid smoker, so i have a few honest questions:
if OG just gives a smoker headaches with generally the same flavor as lucid, why would anyone want to smoke OG over lucid?

if it is merely for the buzz, how does this buzz feel? is it calming and soothing, or overwhelming to the point where you are lying down and seeing circles?

just curious

I think it is good to have a choice as tobacco smokers all tolerate nicotine differently. Some people like the nicotine buzz while others don't. You need to ask yourself the hard question and make the decision for yourself. Lucid is just fine in my opinion

[kdkhookah]

I've recently gotten a few different kinds of Al Fakher.. I've tried two now, Golden Grape and watermelon and I've felt sick both every time. No idea why, never had it to this degree before. And i have smoked Nakhla before, without noticing anything over the top.

The thing with AF may be the dye. There's a thread on it not too long ago. I've become nauseous on certain AF flavors before

Balls, get some. Haha seriously though, I still don't get all the fuss about tangiers buzz... I've only gotten buzzed off of it a couple times and nothing much at that. Just suck it up, learn to enjoy a head rush and you get used to it. Then eventually you just don't really get a buzz anymore. I know I don't.

This is the way I feel too. When I first started smoking hookah, I used Nakhla, still a favorite, and got knocked on my ass. But the buzz is one reason I like to smoke. The only thing is once you start getting used to the nicotine, it's harder to get a buzz. With Tangiers I get a little buzz, which is nice. I'm not a huge fan of feeling like I can't walk.

[TobiasKM]

I hope it's the dye. Because it's kinda ruining hookah for me :/

Gotta try my Starbuzz Blue Mist soon..

[RingsMaster]

it weird tangiers didnt give me the huge buzz i was thinking it would and i usually smoke .05 nicotine shisha. hmmmm nakhla knocked me on my ass though lol thats for sure.

[joytron]

personally my mom is my barf bucket assitant...



big shout out to mom!

[Brandon`]

Sorry just woke up after my longggggg nap. I was using 3 coals to start it off as I always do with a small Tangiers Phunnel bowl, After I get it going I usually turn one of the coals on its sides and just smoke with that.