8” Color Lip Straight

The 8" Color Lip Straight is a compact glass bong built for people who want reliable function without babysitting a complicated piece. Standing 8 inches (203mm) tall with a 14mm female joint, it hits that sweet spot between too-small-to-smooth and too-big-to-hide. The colored lip adds a clean visual accent and makes it easy to spot on a cluttered table.

Key benefits

• Clears fast, hits clean — Straight-tube design means direct airflow with minimal drag, so you're not fighting the piece to finish a rip.
• Smoother than tiny pipes, simpler than beakers — 8 inches (203mm) gives smoke enough room to cool without requiring a lung workout to clear.
• Works with gear you already own — Standard 14mm female joint accepts most bowls and slides without hunting for oddball sizes.
• Nothing hiding in weird corners — No internal percs or extra chambers means resin doesn't build up in spots you can't reach.
• Colored lip pulls double duty — Easy to grab in dim light, and it gives the piece a finished look without going overboard.

Made for

Daily smokers who want something that just works. If your current piece is either too harsh (tiny pipe) or too much of a production (giant beaker that never leaves its spot), this lands right in the middle. Also makes a solid backup for when your more elaborate glass is benched, or a guest piece when you don't want to hand someone your prized rig.

How it works

Fill the base with enough water to cover the bottom of the downstem—usually an inch or so. Drop in any 14mm male bowl, pack your herb, and you're set. The straight tube gives you a quick, direct pull that clears in one breath without feeling like you're trying to empty a giant chamber.

Because there are no percs or extra chambers, water level is forgiving. You don't need to dial it in like a complicated recycler. That makes it perfect for quick sessions where you want to grab, rip, and move on without fussing over setup.

Keep it on a nonstick dab mat if you want to protect your table from ash and water drips. When it's time to clean, the simple shape means no hidden chambers where resin builds up—just a quick rinse or alcohol soak and you're back to clear glass.

Specifications

Compatibility notes

The 14mm female joint is the most common size in the game, so finding bowls, ash catchers, or downstems is easy. If you like switching between a small snap bowl for solo sessions and a deeper party bowl for groups, you can build out a little collection without worrying about fit. Just make sure any ash catcher or add-on matches the 14mm sizing and the angle works with a straight tube.

For travel, pair it with a padded case or sleeve. Simple straight tubes actually survive transport better than pieces with fragile arms and percs, but glass is still glass—don't toss it in a bag unprotected.

Cleaning

Let it cool, dump the water, and rinse. For deeper cleans when the glass starts to haze, soak in isopropyl alcohol, shake, rinse thoroughly with warm water, and let it dry completely before your next session. The straight design means no hidden chambers or tiny slits trapping resin—what you see is what you clean.

FAQ

• Does it come with a bowl?
  Typically ships without a bowl included. The 14mm female joint fits any standard 14mm male slide, so you can use what you already have or grab one separately. Most smoke shops stock compatible bowls in various depths and styles.
• Is 8 inches too small for decent hits?
  Not even close. Eight inches is actually a solid middle ground—enough height for the smoke to cool through water, compact enough to handle comfortably. You won't get the same stacking as a 16-inch beaker, but for everyday use it feels right. Most people find it hits smoother than expected.
• How harsh is a straight tube compared to percolator pieces?
  More direct. Percs break up smoke into smaller bubbles for extra cooling, so a straight tube will feel slightly warmer and more immediate. The tradeoff: way easier to clean, and the function is dead simple. If you're coming from a tiny hand pipe, this will feel significantly smoother.
• Can I add an ash catcher?
  Yes, as long as it's 14mm male and the angle works with a straight tube (90-degree ash catchers usually fit best). Adding an ash catcher keeps the main chamber cleaner longer and adds a bit of extra filtration. Just make sure the combined weight doesn't make the piece top-heavy.
• How careful do I need to be with it?
  Treat it like glass because it is glass. Don't drop it, don't knock it off the table, don't run hot water through it when it's cold. The simple straight form is actually more durable than pieces with thin percs and delicate arms, but it's not indestructible. If you need something you can't break, check out silicone bongs instead.
• Good choice for a first bong?
  Great choice. The 14mm joint is standard, the straight tube design is easy to understand, and the 8-inch height isn't intimidating. You'll learn good habits (water level, cleaning routine, proper clearing) without fighting complicated percs. Once you're ready to branch out, you'll have a solid daily driver to fall back on.
• What's the best way to keep it from getting gross?
  Change your water after every session—or at least daily if you're forgetful. Don't let dirty water sit overnight. A quick rinse when you change the water prevents buildup. For more on keeping your whole station clean, Leafly's smoking guide covers good general habits.