Colorado Dispensary Reviews

[Weekend]

is very shady......especially the "featured" disp.......they get any reviews under 4.5 deleted within 24hrs if they request it......Ive had a few deleted when I was only telling the truth.

now if they dont pay any money to the site & truely suck they will get mostly crappy reviews and they will stick

Weekend Reviewed by Weekend on 12-06-2009. Colorado Dispensary Reviews High folks! I've been reviewing dispensaries and covering various topics within the Colorado MMJ scene. Check it out and lemme know what you think The Strain Man Also, lets share dispensary experiences here in this thread. Here are some of mine that haven't made it to the blog yet: First the good.... Boulder Alternative Medicine BoulderMeds.com Rating: 5

[neversummer]

The problem is, even most of the dispensaries that have gotten good reviews dont deserve them. A medical marijuana patient should never pay $60 and eighth, that is just gouging. I think $50 an eighth is even expensive, but that should be the limit at a dispensary. In amsterdam the bud is like $12 for cannabis cup quality. I still havent found a place in denver where i can get top notch medicine for $50. I would expect to pay more around $40 and eighth. Anyone that charges over $50 an eighth should get an "F" in the price category.



So we know we have a price problem, but we also have a serious quality problem too. Even the dispensaries with the best reviews have lots of mediocre strains, and are still charging $60 an eighth. We are talking about run of the mill hydro buds with no smell or taste. Most dispensaries only have 3 0r 4 quality strains out of 20. I dont want to see anymore blueberry, ak, white anything. Medicinal quality marijuana should have a strong good smell , and taste, trimmed well, dried properly. Too much medicine with too many stems and leaves. Ive seen soaking wet bud at dispensaries. You shouldnt have to stick your nose in a jar to smell it, you should be able to smell it from across the room. The bud should be coated in crystals, no leaves, no stems. It should burn down to a white ash, and not be harsh on your throat. It should be dry enough to break up and roll a joint that burns evenly. Hydro bud is never going to be ass smelly, tasty, or as strong as soil. All medicine should be organic, even if its hydro. To me organic means soil grown. In amsterdam the term for soil grown is "bio". Anyone with half a brain knows that organic medicine is better than stuff with pesticides, and steroids in it.

I agree there is too much focus on indica vs sativa, and not enough focus on quality. If i ran a dispensary i would be embarrased to carry b-grade hydro buds with no smell or taste that havent even been flushed, cured, or trimmed properly. I find it somewhat offensive when people try to sell me this product for $60 an eighth.

One brown mouse is the only place i have been where all the medicine seemed to be medical quality, and that was over 20 kinds of good smelly medicine. They just need to get their price down to $50 and eighth.

That was pretty much a review of all dispensaries.

[justinsane33]

here here. though i think the debate between indica and sativa is more personal taste and not something dispensary related. they can have only one or the other and i'll still go check it out if everything else is groovy.

[gwendy35]

I have been bouncing between 2 dispensaries. The first is C-3. They have pretty good medicine. The only problem is the amount of time it takes the get it. They need to come up with a better way to see patients. The tiny room and the uncomfortable, weird basement aren't cutting it. The prices are great. Non-member is $50 1/8th and $350 oz. The kief is pretty good. I haven't had much kief in my life, so I am no expert. I did purchase some edibles (chocolate-peanut butter cup.) Tasty but not very effective. To Ricky's defense, he sold them to me for 2 bucks because he said they had been getting complaints about the quality. They need to get their new dispensary room opened. It will help with the pace.

The other dispensary is Front Range (88th and Federal.) This one is interesting. They do a high volume and it is obvious they are drug dealers gone legit. But, in spite of that they offer a quality product at great prices. Jim the owner is a great guy. The dispensary itself is on the end of a dirt road in a trailer house. It has plenty of parking. But, it can seem a little sketchy. They allow patients to smoke on-site. I have heard of people vaporizing at dispensaries, but not smoking. They usually have 15-20 strands. I got Afwreck and Mango. Both pretty good. Mango tastes amazing and the Afwreck was a great end of the day strain. The prices are great. 50 oz and 300-350 an oz. They threw in a free "Slim Jim" (pre-rolled joint named for owner Jim) last time I was there. Their are definately some ambiance improvements that could be made. But, honestly I just want a place with quality meds that I can go in and grab ond be on my way. They are great about getting your order and getting you out. They also deliver for free. I haven't needed this service, but it is nice to know it is there. Please take into consideration that I am no "Strain-man" so my opinions may be way off what the more experienced reviewer may have to say about it. But, they treat me pretty good. They are affordable. They are open 7 days a week (m-s 9to6 and sun-11-6). They suit my needs well.:hippy:

[senorx12562]

The problem is, even most of the dispensaries that have gotten good reviews dont deserve them. A medical marijuana patient should never pay $60 and eighth, that is just gouging. I think $50 an eighth is even expensive, but that should be the limit at a dispensary. In amsterdam the bud is like $12 for cannabis cup quality. I still havent found a place in denver where i can get top notch medicine for $50. I would expect to pay more around $40 and eighth. Anyone that charges over $50 an eighth should get an "F" in the price category.



So we know we have a price problem, but we also have a serious quality problem too. Even the dispensaries with the best reviews have lots of mediocre strains, and are still charging $60 an eighth. We are talking about run of the mill hydro buds with no smell or taste. Most dispensaries only have 3 0r 4 quality strains out of 20. I dont want to see anymore blueberry, ak, white anything. Medicinal quality marijuana should have a strong good smell , and taste, trimmed well, dried properly. Too much medicine with too many stems and leaves. Ive seen soaking wet bud at dispensaries. You shouldnt have to stick your nose in a jar to smell it, you should be able to smell it from across the room. The bud should be coated in crystals, no leaves, no stems. It should burn down to a white ash, and not be harsh on your throat. It should be dry enough to break up and roll a joint that burns evenly. Hydro bud is never going to be ass smelly, tasty, or as strong as soil. All medicine should be organic, even if its hydro. To me organic means soil grown. In amsterdam the term for soil grown is "bio". Anyone with half a brain knows that organic medicine is better than stuff with pesticides, and steroids in it.

I agree there is too much focus on indica vs sativa, and not enough focus on quality. If i ran a dispensary i would be embarrased to carry b-grade hydro buds with no smell or taste that havent even been flushed, cured, or trimmed properly. I find it somewhat offensive when people try to sell me this product for $60 an eighth.

One brown mouse is the only place i have been where all the medicine seemed to be medical quality, and that was over 20 kinds of good smelly medicine. They just need to get their price down to $50 and eighth.

That was pretty much a review of all dispensaries.

Sounds like you aren't gonna be happy unless you grow your own. You want it cheap, but it has to be grown in soil, which is more expensive by quantity than hydro, since the yields are lower (indoors at least) and it takes longer. If quality is more important to you than what strain it is, and you are unwilling or unable to grow your own, maybe you should try to find a caregiver to grow for you directly, instead of via a dispensary. While you won't (presumably) have as many strain choices, quality should be more consistent, and maybe the price will be more to your liking. I don't mind paying a little more to get what I know will be quality product, and have had very good experiences at Patient's Choice. The "guest" price the other day for their best strains was $58/8th, which is ok for quality, given the present market. I've now bought 4 different strains from them and every one was fire. I know lots of places to get meds for $40 or less, but it will still be in the shape of a brick. Might get some seeds to start your grow though.

[Kartel]

I would again like mention that I am seeking a couple of new patients to be caregiver for. For my patients,

currently in stock:

Double gum
double sour diesel
super diamond
critical mass

and premium quality og kush for 10$ a gram. Tax is included.

Email me at [email protected] and we can set up a meeting to see if we are compatible for a patient/caregiver relationship

Forgot to mention the first 4 strains are $8 per gram.

[senorx12562]

Forgot to mention the first 4 strains are $8 per gram.

Sounds like you need to talk to neversummer above. Matchmaker matchmaker make me a match.

[starter09]

Went by SouthWest Alternative Care Sunday, drawn by their craigslist ad KBPI's Willie B's MMJ Dispensary - Lowest Prices:thumbsup:

It's a two-room operation across from the DMV and Family Dollar on West Mississippi, upstairs in a bright yellow building on the south side of Miss., parking in front.

No real hassles with paperwork - they have you fill out a form that basically says "my primary caregiver is not available today and I designate ____ as my temporary caregiver." Lawyers advice, they said. Excessive caution, perhaps, but it felt like protection for them, and for me, in this uncertain environment.

Into the back room with one other customer. 8 strains to choose from, prices capped at $50/eighth:smokin:. Using my neophyte's "If it looks and smells good, try it" theory of bud buying, I got some Blue Dream and some Stevie Wonder. Both later (no medicating on premises) turned out to be very satisfactory - vaping the Blue got me buzzing on housecleaning! and later Stevie hit me early and soon locked me down. Good pain relief (degen discs) from both.

They were very willing to spend time talking about the strains, and just gabbing about the biz in general (note to self: Sunday during Bronco games is a good time to go dispensary shopping). They seemed more knowledgeable than me - not a great feat - though the knowledge level varied between the two employees back there.

They're not growing their own yet, but have a grow in planning. We talked about caregiver status once they start growing and they indicated they were leaning toward/thinking of a gifting + discount deal for primary patients once they get underway.

They have a punch card program, only one I've come across, to reward regulars. 10 $50 purchases will get you $25 shop credit.

Something cool - they showed me a set of books, "Cannabible" (by Josh King, I believe). It's a collection of lots and lots of strain history and info, plus lots of inside biz gossipy/history stuff, and some reasonable photography. The photos don't compare to StrainMans' macro stuff, but along with the descriptions should be enough to help identify what you're being sold. This was three - all three volumes - heavy stock medium format paperbacks packaged in a neat hard slip box. I loved it, saw it on Amazon yesterday for $17 (list$ 25). Seemed like it would be a good ref for a dispensary to have on hand - and offer to clients to view, help their shopping!

This was a good place. Good people, good product. I'll definitely be going back. Love the $50 cap. We're getting there!

[starter09]

It looks as if there is the bare beginnings of a "market" for patients developing on craigslist. There are more and more ads along the lines of "caregiver seeks patients" showing up, and they are getting more and more forthright about what they're offering to primary patients.

I think as more and more people get a non-dispensary primary caregiver you'll see them getting some size freebie every month (I've found ranges from 1/8 up to 1 oz, depending on grower/length of time they've been your primary) and a discount that seems to be settling around $40/eighth right now.

You'd think this will influence dispensary prices sooner or later, lower them. I hope so - I don't know why we have to pay inflated California prices here.

Shopping for a primary caregiver is a whole nother thing. All kinds of questions to ask - Amt of experience, varieties grown, hydro or soil, quality of grow room, quality of sample - come to mind immediately. More questions, more problems - but these I want to have!

[senorx12562]

Went by SouthWest Alternative Care Sunday, drawn by their craigslist ad KBPI's Willie B's MMJ Dispensary - Lowest Prices:thumbsup:

It's a two-room operation across from the DMV and Family Dollar on West Mississippi, upstairs in a bright yellow building on the south side of Miss., parking in front.

No real hassles with paperwork - they have you fill out a form that basically says "my primary caregiver is not available today and I designate ____ as my temporary caregiver." Lawyers advice, they said. Excessive caution, perhaps, but it felt like protection for them, and for me, in this uncertain environment.

Into the back room with one other customer. 8 strains to choose from, prices capped at $50/eighth:smokin:. Using my neophyte's "If it looks and smells good, try it" theory of bud buying, I got some Blue Dream and some Stevie Wonder. Both later (no medicating on premises) turned out to be very satisfactory - vaping the Blue got me buzzing on housecleaning! and later Stevie hit me early and soon locked me down. Good pain relief (degen discs) from both.

They were very willing to spend time talking about the strains, and just gabbing about the biz in general (note to self: Sunday during Bronco games is a good time to go dispensary shopping). They seemed more knowledgeable than me - not a great feat - though the knowledge level varied between the two employees back there.

They're not growing their own yet, but have a grow in planning. We talked about caregiver status once they start growing and they indicated they were leaning toward/thinking of a gifting + discount deal for primary patients once they get underway.

They have a punch card program, only one I've come across, to reward regulars. 10 $50 purchases will get you $25 shop credit.

Something cool - they showed me a set of books, "Cannabible" (by Josh King, I believe). It's a collection of lots and lots of strain history and info, plus lots of inside biz gossipy/history stuff, and some reasonable photography. The photos don't compare to StrainMans' macro stuff, but along with the descriptions should be enough to help identify what you're being sold. This was three - all three volumes - heavy stock medium format paperbacks packaged in a neat hard slip box. I loved it, saw it on Amazon yesterday for $17 (list$ 25). Seemed like it would be a good ref for a dispensary to have on hand - and offer to clients to view, help their shopping!

This was a good place. Good people, good product. I'll definitely be going back. Love the $50 cap. We're getting there!

Just for info purposes, the author of the Cannabible series is named Jason King, and the 3 book set you refer to lists for about $105 (amazon sells for about $70) in a hard-cover version, which I thought would be a little more durable. I thought the photomicrography in the books was the best I have seen as applied to our favorite plant, but in terms of useful, objective info, I prefer the "Big Book of Buds" series by Ed Rosenthal.