Editor's note: This article has been reviewed and updated for accuracy in 2026. Are you staring at your blowtorch heating your nail, wondering if there's an easier and safer way to do this? Heating your rig in preparation for a dab shouldn't have to be like conducting a science experiment. Sure, we get it; the allure of heating that nail with your torch is a ritual that many stoners love doing. Although, when you're a few hits deep, keeping that blowtorch on point is a bit of a challenge. Landing yourself a third-degree burn due to a slip-up is a rare occurrence, but it happens, and plenty of people end up in the emergency room because of an accidental burn. Cannabis culture loves dabbing due to its potency and immediate effects when compared to smoking or vaping flowers. For the best dabbing experience, you need a variety of equipment. There's the torch, the rig, the nail, the wand, and let's not forget the concentrate. Traveling with all this equipment is not advisable; the last thing you need is your glass rig shattering inside your bag during transit. Sure, you have your handy live resin cartridge vape pen, and sure you could grind up some flower and bring your trusty Pax vaporizer everywhere with you, but sometimes, sometimes there's no substitute for a fat dab. If you want to dab on-the-go, you'll need to consider investing in a portable e-rig for your concentrate. E-rigs offer you the convenience and portability you need