Rolling papers
by Cyclones
Cyclones Clear are pre-rolled translucent cones made from cotton mallow — a plant-based cellulose material that burns smooth, slow, and almost tasteless. Manufactured in the Philippines, each cone comes individually sealed in a see-through protective tube, ready to fill and smoke without any rolling required. If you've ever fumbled with papers at the worst possible moment, these exist to solve that problem entirely.
Most pre-rolled cones are made from standard wood pulp or hemp paper. Cyclones Clear take a different route — cotton mallow produces a translucent, almost glass-like wrap that lets you see exactly what you've packed inside. It's not just for show, either. The material burns noticeably cleaner than bleached wood pulp papers, with minimal ash and virtually no paper taste interfering with your smoke. You taste what you packed, not what you rolled it in.
The texture is slightly slick between your fingers — closer to cellophane than traditional paper, but it doesn't crinkle or crack. It holds its cone shape well, which matters when you're packing from the wide end down. The tube packaging is a genuine bonus: it stops the cone getting crushed in your pocket, bag, or drawer. We've seen too many people fish a flattened paper cone out of a jacket pocket and try to reshape it. That doesn't happen with these.
One honest limitation: because the material is stiffer than regular rolling paper, Cyclones Clear don't pinch or twist at the tip as easily as a hand-rolled joint. You'll want to use a small piece of card or the included tip (if present) to close off the narrow end properly. It's a minor thing, but worth knowing before your first fill.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cyclones |
| Product type | Pre-rolled translucent cone |
| Material | Cotton mallow (plant-based cellulose) |
| Appearance | Clear / translucent |
| Burn character | Smooth, slow, low ash |
| Packaging | Individual see-through tube |
| Country of manufacture | Philippines |
| SKU | HS0517 |
Complete your session setup with a decent grinder — evenly ground material packs better in a cone than hand-torn chunks. A RAW rolling tray catches what falls out the wide end while you're filling. Both make the process faster and less wasteful.
Rolling a proper cone by hand takes practice. Months of it, if we're being realistic. And even experienced rollers have off days — too loose, too tight, canoe burns, the lot. Pre-rolled cones like the Cyclones Clear skip the entire skill curve. The shape is already there. You fill, you pack, you're done.
The translucent cotton mallow material adds something hand-rolling can't replicate at all: visibility. You can actually see how evenly your material is distributed inside the cone. Air pockets and uneven spots are obvious through the clear wrap, so you can tap and adjust before lighting up. That alone makes for a more consistent burn from start to finish.
Compared to standard Cyclones flavoured cones (like the Strawberry or Blueberry versions), the Clear variant is unflavoured. That's a deliberate choice — if you want to taste your blend without any added sweetness or flavouring, Clear is the one to grab. The flavoured versions have their fans, but they do mask whatever you've packed inside. We'd pick the Clear version 9 times out of 10 for that reason alone.
We've stocked Cyclones for years and the Clear version consistently outsells the flavoured ones. Customers who buy these tend to come back for them specifically — it's one of those products that doesn't need a hard sell. The tube packaging is genuinely practical, not just marketing. We've watched people pull these out of backpacks after a festival weekend with the cone still in one piece. Try that with a loose paper cone.
The one thing people occasionally get wrong: overpacking. Cotton mallow is less forgiving than paper when it comes to airflow restriction. If you ram the material in too tightly, the draw becomes hard work and the cone can go out repeatedly. Pack it like you're filling a straw, not a cannon. Medium-firm is the sweet spot.
| Feature | Cyclones Clear | Standard paper cone |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Cotton mallow (translucent) | Wood pulp or hemp (opaque) |
| Taste interference | Minimal — near-neutral | Varies — some paper taste |
| Burn speed | Slow, even | Medium, can canoe |
| Visibility of contents | Full — see-through body | None |
| Crush resistance | Good — stiffer material | Low — bends and flattens easily |
| Packaging | Individual protective tube | Typically loose in box |
| Twist/seal ease | Stiffer — fold works better | Easy twist closure |
Cotton mallow — a plant-based cellulose material sourced in the Philippines. It produces a translucent, smooth-burning wrap that's distinctly different from wood pulp or hemp paper. The result is a near-tasteless smoke with low ash production.
No. The Clear version is unflavoured, which is the whole point — you taste your blend, not the cone. Cyclones does make flavoured versions (Strawberry, Blueberry, and others) if you want added sweetness.
Each pack contains an individual pre-rolled cone sealed inside a see-through protective tube. One cone per tube, ready to fill.
The opposite, actually. Cotton mallow burns slower and more evenly than most standard rolling papers. The material holds a consistent burn line, which reduces the chance of canoeing or running.
Yes — the translucent body lets you see the contents clearly. This is useful when packing (you can spot air gaps) and while smoking (you can see how far down the burn has progressed).
Strongly recommended. The cone shape means loose material can pull through the narrow end without a tip in place. A rolled card filter or pre-made tip insert sorts this out in seconds.
Almost always an overpacking issue. Cotton mallow restricts airflow more than paper when packed too tightly. Ease up on the density — medium-firm is the target. You should be able to draw through the cone with light effort before lighting.
Last updated: April 2026
