Speed Hedgehog Glass Hand Pipe | Glass + Silicone

The Speed Hedgehog Glass Hand Pipe is a compact hybrid piece that brings together borosilicate glass and food-grade silicone in a pocket-sized package. At 4.4 inches (112mm), it's built for portability without sacrificing the clean hit glass delivers. The silicone body wraps around the glass bowl and mouthpiece, so you get the flavor benefits of glass with the drop-protection of silicone. If you're tired of babying fragile pieces or need something that can handle backpack life, this one's designed to take some abuse.

Why This Pipe Works

• Dual-material design — borosilicate glass bowl and mouthpiece for clean flavor, silicone body for impact resistance
• Truly pocket-friendly at 4.4 inches — won't poke you or take up half your bag
• Light enough to forget about — 30 grams means you barely feel it
• Easy cleaning — silicone peels away for full access, glass parts rinse clean
• Beginner-friendly — no percs or complicated chambers, just pack and go
• Travel-ready — survives drops and rough handling that would shatter traditional glass

Best For

This pipe suits people who move around a lot and don't want to stress about breakage. Concert-goers, hikers, festival campers, and anyone who's tired of replacing shattered glass pieces will appreciate the silicone armor. It's also a solid choice if you're new to hand pipes and want something forgiving while you figure out your preferences. The compact size fits in jacket pockets, small bags, or stash boxes without advertising itself.

How to Use It

Pack your material into the glass bowl on the silicone body. The carb hole sits on the side where your thumb naturally lands. Light while drawing air through the mouthpiece, release the carb to clear. The silicone stays cool to the touch even when the glass heats up, so you're not fumbling with a hot piece between sessions.

For cleaning, let the glass cool completely. The silicone body flexes enough to give you access to the bowl and airpath. Rinse the glass parts with isopropyl alcohol and warm water. The silicone wipes down easily or can be soaked separately if it picks up residue. Since the materials separate, you avoid the scrubbing gymnastics that come with cleaning one-piece glass pipes.

Materials That Matter

The borosilicate glass components resist thermal shock and maintain flavor purity better than metal or lower-grade glass. You taste what you're smoking, not the pipe. The food-grade silicone wrapping provides flexibility and impact absorption. Drop it on concrete and the silicone takes the hit instead of the glass shattering into a dozen pieces. This material combo means you get the smoking benefits of glass with the durability of silicone.

Specifications

Care Notes

Let it cool, then wipe off residue. For deeper cleans, separate the silicone and soak the glass parts in isopropyl alcohol, rinse and dry before reassembly. The silicone body can be cleaned with warm soapy water or a quick alcohol rinse.

FAQs

Will the silicone melt or smell weird when I use it?

No. The silicone is food-grade and rated for heat resistance. The glass bowl takes the direct heat, and the silicone stays cool enough to hold comfortably. It won't melt, warp, or release odors under normal use.

How do I clean the inside if the glass is surrounded by silicone?

The silicone body flexes and can be partially peeled back to access the glass components. You can also remove the glass parts entirely for a thorough clean. Soak the glass in isopropyl alcohol, rinse, dry, and reassemble.

Is this actually durable or is it just marketing?

It's legitimately more durable than standard glass pipes. The silicone absorbs impacts that would crack or shatter traditional glass. We've seen these survive drops from table height onto hard floors. It's not indestructible, but it's far more forgiving than bare glass.

Does the silicone affect the taste?

No. The glass bowl and mouthpiece are where your material and vapor contact the pipe, so you get clean glass flavor. The silicone doesn't touch the airpath or heat zone, so it stays neutral.

Can I throw this in a smell-proof bag with other gear?

Yes. The compact size and durable build make it ideal for travel kits. Just make sure it's cool and clean before packing. The silicone won't scratch other items and the whole pipe can handle being tossed in with grinders, lighters, and other accessories.

How big is the bowl compared to a standard spoon pipe?

It's on the smaller side, comparable to most pocket-sized spoon pipes. You can pack enough for a personal session or two, but if you're looking to load a large group bowl, you'd want something bigger. The trade-off for portability is bowl capacity.

Is this good for someone who's never used a pipe before?

Yes. It's straightforward with no complex percolation or water chambers. Pack, light, cover and release the carb. The durability also means beginners won't stress about breaking it while they're learning how much heat to apply or how hard to draw.