Afghan Goo

Needless to say, living in one of San Francisco's most bohemian and culturally grounded neighborhoods (Haight/Ashbury) I've over the years experienced my fair share of medical marijuana from both independent providers and dispensaries. But I must say, there's something special about Afghan Goo (henceforth known as Afgoo). Not only is it one of the more tasty buds I've got from an independent provider lately, its also just as the name suggests: gooey to the core.

With that being said, lets get into it. At first sight, Afgoo seems to be your run of the mill 'beaster' with its dark green color, rich tan undertones and countless red hairs. However, upon further inspection, you'll see that's just not the case. This beautiful example of a hybrid bud is dense and drenched in trichome that will have your fingers sticking and glistening in the sun. Pull it open and you're overwhelmed with a strong aroma; the smell is very pungent with hints of fresh pine. As you continue to dig into the center of the bud, hues of white and tan appear covered in crystals.

Grinders have little to no effect on Afgoo, so Joint rollers be warned: this might not be the most suitable bud for you. This type of gooey strain works best in a dry glass pipe.

Upon inhaling, the strong taste of of pine and wood came out in rich, colorful flavors. I was amazed by how smooth the taste was. It threw me for a loop; it felt like inhaling some fresh Tahoe air.


Not long after, a warm sense of awareness began to take effect. It provided an experience that was both mental and physical. The high was mellow yet stimulating, leaving my extremities feeling loose and tingly.

What I loved most about Afgoo was that its a great social pot. I found myself being able to interact and have fun (no dreaded couch potato syndrome here). I felt spacey, but completely cognizant with little to no after effects.

This bud is a great value at $50.00 an eighth. If you live in San Francisco or are planning on making a trip to the city anytime soon, be sure to pick up some Afghan Goo. This strain has been making its rounds throughout the Upper and Lower Haight areas. Currently, several independent providers and dispensaries have it available.


If your local dispensary or independent provider has some Afgoo, be sure to pick it up. I can assure you, you're not going to be disappointed.

Overall Rating: Excellent

Ideal Users: Everyone

Ideal Method: Dry glass pipe

Carrier: Independent provider (your dispensary may have it)

Price: $13.888(g) ($50 eighth at 3.75g)

Date Enjoyed: 05/03/2010

What Were They Smoking? 8-2-10

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The Kali (of Mexico Way)

This bud has been compared to ecstasy. I've never rolled, but I will say this much: sex on The Kali is better than sex.

Share The Kali with your partner to feel both mind and body mesh with amazing clarity. Or you can just use it yourself and pretend your partner feels the same way.

But heck, if sex just isn't your idea of a good time, vape on The Kali (henceforth known simply as Kali) to set those creative juices boiling. Kali ushers you into an incredible state of relaxation whilst sparking your most intensely creative brain muscles into overdrive. It's great for finishing up on languishing projects... like this blog.

On top of that though, you can smoke ounces of this strain and feel nothing other than really, really damn good. Naps are optional, so if you're tired but really want to finish studying philosophy or keep plowing through the second season of Mad Men at 4a.m., just blaze more.

Kali's buds display a liberal dusting of snowy trichs over alternated stubs of dark forest-tipped, moss green florets.

I found another review of this strain that pretty much sums up taste and smell. Edited for clarity: "Explosion of lemon. It has a nice taste that has the freshness of a forest, and it feels like anesthesia in your mouth and tongue. Acid on the exhale stays in your mouth for a few minutes."

Must buy.

Overall Rating: Excellent

Ideal Users: Those prone to social anxiety while high will catch a break here; and Mr./Mrs. Luvah Luvah.

Ideal Method: Perfect for vaporizing.

Carrier: Indi Provider

Price: $11.111(g) ($40 eighth at 3.6g)

Date Enjoyed: July 29 - August 2, 2010.

Banana, Circa 2007

I was thinking to myself the other day, "If you had to choose one strain that sticks out in your memory, one unique strain of cannabis you've experienced in your life that you just had to tell everyone about, which one would it be?"

Answer: Banana, circa 2007.

Banana's got everything! It packs the locomotive punch of a solid Trainwreck, but it rounds off with a simultaneous serving of the most soothing Sativa.

With even a small amount, you can float like a marshmallow in a pool of melted cocoa-butter while maintaining almost complete cognitive efficiency. It feels like you died and came back as a fantastic lovechild born from a mid-summer's romp involving Buddha, Einstein, and the Little Mermaid. Heck, maybe the Energizer Bunny was there too, 'cause it keeps going, and going, and going...

Aesthetics are key as well; it's ideal for vaporizing, especially when cured properly. The name comes from the scent of freshly cut banana, and the colors are similar to a just-picked version of the same fruit. On the bud's surface, a sparkly, vivid green interlaces with a sharp chartreuse. Pull it open, and a mushy layer of tanish hues lightens to an off-white as you look toward the stem. The trichs are not overt, but blunt rollers be warned: your fingers may become permanently glued to the table.

Texture? Density? If you run out of goose down or break your fancy foam setup, you could stuff a mattress with this strain. Stuffing a bowl wouldn't hurt either.

A little goes a long way, and a lot will render tropical vacations obsolete. I went about my life almost as usual, excepting that I felt an easy sense of empathy with everyone I spoke to. All that said, I wouldn't recommend it to a true beginner, unless you've got the next day off and a cupboard full of snacks at the ready.

I can't find it anymore, so if you do, email our blog so I can give you my mailing address. Seriously.

Overall Rating: Woah

Ideal Users: Come one come all, unless you have something really important to do.

Ideal Method: Vaporizing is good, but if you can find Banana, celebrate by packing the biggest bong you can find. Cheers!

Carrier: Patients Helping Patients

Price: $16.6667(g) ($60 eighth at 3.6g)

Date Enjoyed: Through Fall 2007... or somewhere thereabouts.