Pre-rolls or DIY: What makes for a better smoke?

By Kyle Kaminski

January 20, 2025

MICHIGAN—Look, rolling a joint is an art.

Some people are Picasso, and others are like your one friend who folds their spliffs like a kindergartener doing origami. Enter the pre-roll: Michigan dispensaries are churning these babies out faster than you can say “sesh.” But are they really worth it?

Let’s hash it out:

The Case for Pre-Rolls: Convenience. Walk into your nearest pot shop, drop a few bucks, and leave with a perfectly rolled joint that looks like it should be on the cover of High Times magazine. Perfect for road trips up north or when you’re too lazy to roll one during halftime. Bonus points if you score one dipped in kief or infused with concentrate.

The DIY Defense: Rolling your own isn’t just a skill; it’s a vibe. You get to choose your papers (raw, flavored, or something bougie like gold), pack them with your own flower, and control the size. Plus, it’s a flex at group seshes. Can you really call yourself a stoner if you can’t roll?

The Verdict: Pre-rolls are like fast food—solid in a pinch but never as satisfying as a homemade meal. Keep a few pre-rolls in your stash for emergencies, but don’t let your rolling skills atrophy. It’s a rite of passage, and a skill you should have mastered if you live in Michigan.

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Kyle Kaminski

Kyle Kaminski is an award-winning investigative journalist with more than a decade of experience covering news across Michigan. Prior to joining The ‘Gander, Kyle worked as the managing editor at City Pulse in Lansing and as a reporter for the Traverse City Record-Eagle.

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