I Left Jack Herer For A Trip on Trainwreck
By: Taja Manning
Tags: Cannabis Culture, Marijuana, Weed, Cannabis, Cannabis Industry

It was a cold, blustery afternoon when I decided to stop by one of my local dispensaries. This particular dispensary was one that was in downtown Philadelphia, one I’d never been to before. On top of that, this one had one strain in particular that I had my eye on; Trainwreck.

I had read some interesting things about this strain. The thing that attracted me to it the most was the fact that it was known for was stimulating creativity. As a writer, that’s something that’s of course very important to me. I did also hear that it could possibly trigger anxiety, but I know that mine doesn’t get triggered by cannabis so that fact didn’t sway me. It’s also a good strain for migraines and PTSD.

Upon arriving to the dispensary, I went through the usual Covid social distancing protocols (wait in line outside to come in and stay 6 feet apart, upon entering, sign in and wait, WEAR YOUR MASK, and of course, cash only). When I was called in for my turn, I was ushered over to a friendly girl with dreads. I had already looked up what I wanted on their online menu so I knew just what I wanted; two carts, my favorite Jack Herer, and that Trainwreck. I also ended up throwing in a tincture that I forgot I’d been wanting to try but was always sold out. Since I was a first time visitor I was given a pretty sweet discount and a free drawstring bag, then sent on my way.

Once I got home, I opened up the Trainwreck cart and looked at it. A small, transparent, 500 mg capsule of golden liquid is what tumbled into my palm. The terpene profile on the packaging was an interesting mix, and the cannabinoids included were; THC: 64.113%, CBG: 2.746%, CBN: 1.034%, and THCV: 0.249%. By the name alone, I was expecting it to naturally have more THC than anything and I was right.

I would love to tell you that’s when I tried it right then and there. However, I had a few technical difficulties that kept that from happening right away. After not being able to find my other vape battery to solve this problem, I gave up on Trainwreck for the night and went back to my old pal Jack Herer. He would still get the job done as far as creativity.

The next night I wasn’t having it. I went through three purses, a drawer, and a shelf before I found my other vape battery and charged it up right away. The Trainwreck cart I had was made to be compatible for 510 batteries, as I was told by the brand’s customer service. But the funny part about that was, 510 batteries are all I own, so what exactly was the problem since nothing happened when I pulled?

Once my second 510 was charged and blinking green I unplugged it, and connected the Trainwreck cartridge. I put it on the green setting, pressed the button and inhaled deep. Success! The pull on this was smooth and tasty. Four minutes later it took full effect. The train had pulled into the station and I was a happy passenger. I could fully feel it in my body giving me a calm sensation while allowing me to suddenly snap back into reality when I needed to.

I think the best part about this lovely strain is the creativity that ensues. It definitely helped me get some writing done, while easing the pain of my plantar fasciitis to the point where my foot was almost tingling…like I had no foot. It felt amazing. I felt like I was reaching deep into my relaxed brain and pulling out everything I wanted to share with the world while healing my body at the same time. I did notice also that it almost had a psychedelic “feeling” if you will. No, I wasn’t seeing space aliens. It was more like a sensation, and with it came the illusion of very slightly saturated colors.

The Verdict?

Trainwreck was everything I had expected it to be. I’m one who likes it when a strain is made to punch you in the face and then it delivers in the most pleasant way possible. I can say with confidence that this strain is one that has now become one of my favorites.

Unfortunately, I believe Mr. Herer has been unseated from his pedestal as my number one favorite. Jack always was the one who was able to stimulate my creativity a great deal, but Trainwreck seems to take that just one step further. I’m sorry I cheated on him and that we broke up this way, but this is one smooth train ride I’ll never leave.