Steamrollers combine the power of a bong with the convenience of a pipe, but the design is what sets them apart. Unlike sealed pipes or flat-bottomed bongs, steamrollers are hollow tubes, typically made from glass, with two openings: a mouthpiece and a carburetor.
This simplistic design can be confusing for new users, but with practice, steamrollers deliver big, intense hits. The hollow shape allows for large amounts of smoke build-up and after hitting one, you’ll understand why they’re called steamrollers. These pieces work best for seasoned smokers looking for an intense experience; many new smokers find the smoke too harsh or the hits too big.
- Size: 6in
- Special feature: venturi chamber with helix aeration
- Price: $35.99
- Size: 10in
- Special feature: two feet under the bowl hold it steady when set down
- Price: $34.99
- Size: 4.25in
- Special feature: front carb
- Price: $49.99
- Size: 6.75in
- Special feature: glass and wood design
- Price: $60.00
- Size: 6in
- Special feature: glow in the dark dragon head
- Price: $199.99
- Size: 6.5in
- Special feature: butterfly decoration and stone base
- Price: $420.00
GRAV Helix Steamroller Pipe
- Size: 6in
- Material: borosilicate glass
- Filtration type: helix aeration
- Design: conical
- Colors: clear
- Special feature: venturi chamber with helix aeration
- Price: $35.99
Highlights:
- helix aeration
- venturi chamber
- pinch bowl
The GRAV Helix Steamroller features a Venturi chamber, a section that aerates and cools the smoke.
Venturi chambers are unique because they have extra air holes that create a drop in pressure for the smoke passing through, thus cooling it. This chamber also gives the pieces its cone-like design and creates an engaging visual experience for the smoke passing through.
Two feet under the bowl keep the steamroller steady on flat surfaces.
ROOR Large Steamroller Pipe
- Size: 10in
- Material: borosilicate glass
- Filtration type: none
- Design: classic steamroller
- Colors: clear
- Special feature: two feet under the bowl hold it steady when set down
- Price: $34.99
Highlights:
- large body creates big hits
- durable glass
- two feet to keep it from rolling
This steamroller is a showstopper at 10 inches long. The length of the body allows for massive smoke build up so even seasoned smokers will only need to hit it once.
ROOR is a German-based company known for its quality glass products, and this pipe is made from durable borosilicate glass with two feet underneath the bowl to protect it on flat surfaces.
Hit this once, and you’ll feel like you’ve been steamrolled.
GRAV & Jane West Mini Steamroller Pipe
- Size: 4.25in
- Material: borosilicate glass
- Filtration type: front carb keep bud from pulling through
- Design: classic steamroller
- Colors: mint green
- Special feature: front carb
- Price: $49.99
Highlights:
- built-in stop roll
- front carb
- modern twist to classic design
This stylish steamroller was created in a collaboration between glass brand GRAV and cannabis activist Jane West.
More embellished than your typical steamroller, this is functional cannabis décor with a front carb that keeps bud from pulling through and an ergonomic design.
It comes in a pleasant mint green color and wouldn’t look out of place left on your living room table.
Marley Natural Glass & Walnut Steamroller Pipe
- Size: 6.75in
- Material: borosilicate glass and American black walnut wood
- Filtration type: none
- Design: classic steamroller
- Colors: clear glass with dark wood
- Special feature: glass and wood design
- Price: $60.00
Highlights:
- combined glass and wood design
- comes with small holder
- medium size
It’s not often you see glass and wood combined in the same smoking piece, but the Marley Steamroller pulls it off flawlessly. Handblown borosilicate glass meets American Black Walnut wood for a refined take on the classic steamroller design.
The Marley boasts incredible hitting power so don’t let the size fool you. This steamroller comes with a small holder to keep it from rolling off the table once you’re done with it.
Smokin Js Chronic Illuminati Dragon Shooter Pipe
- Size: 6in
- Material: glass
- Filtration type: dragon head
- Design: bowl
- Colors: green
- Special feature: glow in the dark dragon head
- Price: $199.99
Highlights:
- glow in the dark bowl
- dragon head in the chamber
- extra aeration hole
If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind pipe that will make all your friends jealous, you can’t beat a smoke-breathing dragon.
The unique design of Smokin Js features a dragon head in the chamber of pipe with an extra aeration hole on the side for the strongest pulls possible. And if that wasn’t enough, it also glows in the dark.
Cherry Glass Butterfly Steamroller Pipe
- Size: 6.5in
- Material: glass
- Filtration type: none
- Design: spoon pipe
- Colors: clear
- Special feature: butterfly decoration and stone base
- Price: $420.00
Highlights:
- one-of-a-kind work of art
- small enough to easy travel
- stone base for flat surfaces
Even your non-smoking friends will be impressed with this one. The Cherry Glass Butterfly is a work of art and a functional smoking pipe.
Adorned with leaves, shrubs, and a butterfly set against a stone background, your weed has never been smoked out of such a beautiful pipe.
This steamroller also comes with a base to keep it from rolling, which is a work of art and of itself.
How to use a steamroller
Steamrollers come in all shapes and sizes, from the simple to intricately adorned and even glow-in-the-dark. Using a steamroller takes practice, but once you’ve got it down, this pipe delivers an unmatched smoking experience.
- Pack your bowl as usual.
- Place your finger over the carb (or hand, depending on your pipe size) and your mouth over the open end.
- Light the bowl and begin to inhale.
- Pull smoke until the chamber is filled, then release your finger and inhale quickly.
It can’t be emphasized enough – steamrollers hit hard. You’ll likely only need one hit to achieve a relaxing (or even couch locking) high.
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