Experience Report: A 1P-LSD Trip at a Festival


Table of Contents


  1. Introduction
  2. Background Information
  3. Substance and Dosage
  4. Setting and Context
  5. Timeline of the Experience
    • 5.1 9:30 PM - Initial Dose (50 μg)
    • 5.2 10:45 PM - Onset of Effects
    • 5.3 11:30 PM - Full Dose (100 μg)
    • 5.4 12:00 AM - Intense Visuals and Mild Physical Discomfort
    • 5.5 12:30 AM - Escalating Anxiety and Physical Sensations
  6. Analysis of the Experience
    • 6.1 Visual Effects
    • 6.2 Physical Sensations
    • 6.3 Mental and Emotional Effects
  7. Conclusion


1. Introduction


This report describes a personal experience with 1P-LSD, a relatively new research chemical. The user, an experienced psychonaut, decided to test 1P-LSD at a festival, comparing it to their previous experiences with substances like LSD, DMT, and others. The trip started with mild expectations but quickly escalated into a powerful and unsettling experience, leading the individual to question the strength and nature of the substance consumed.


2. Background Information


The user has significant experience with various tryptamines and phenethylamines, including:


  • Tryptamines: DMT (30+ times), Mushrooms (14+ times)
  • Phenethylamines: 2C-B (3 times), LSD (2 times)
  • Other Substances: Ketamine, MDMA, Cannabis, MXE, Ether, Amyl Nitrites, S-Isomer Ketamine, Cocaine (5-6 times), Valium (10 times), Salvia (3 times).


They had prior knowledge about 1P-LSD from research and believed it would be similar to LSD in terms of potency. This assumption, however, proved to be inaccurate, leading to unexpected results.


3. Substance and Dosage


The user ordered 1P-LSD from a research chemical website, obtaining a dose of 100 μg (1 tab). Before taking the full dose, the individual decided to start with a smaller test dose of 50 μg to assess potential allergies or adverse reactions. The comparison between 1P-LSD and LSD suggested that 1P-LSD might be roughly twice as potent as LSD, based on anecdotal dosage guidelines (250 μg of 1P-LSD being compared to 500 μg of LSD).


4. Setting and Context


The experience took place at a large festival rave, an intense and crowded environment with many people and loud music. The user was attending with friends who were using MDMA. The setting contributed to the intensity of the trip, and the unfamiliarity of the 1P-LSD effects made the experience challenging at times. The festival's overwhelming environment, combined with the strong effects of the substance, played a role in the emotional and physical responses during the trip.


5. Timeline of the Experience


5.1 9:30 PM - Initial Dose (50 μg)


The user ingested 50 μg of 1P-LSD as a test dose. There was no noticeable taste, which helped to alleviate initial concerns about the substance being a potentially dangerous NBome. The user began talking to friends and dancing as the festival started to build in energy. At this point, the effects were mild, and there was a sense of calm and curiosity about the substance.


5.2 10:45 PM - Onset of Effects


As the user watched their favorite artist perform (Dub FX), a strong wave of euphoria set in. The user described an uncontrollable grin and a heightened sense of happiness and stimulation. At this point, the user realized that 50 μg had had a stronger effect than expected, as only mild visuals (tracers) and a pleasant body high had been anticipated. The decision was made to take the remaining 50 μg, bringing the total dose to 100 μg.


5.3 11:30 PM - Full Dose (100 μg)


The second half of the dose was consumed, bringing the total to 100 μg. The user started feeling more intense visual and physical effects, with the experience quickly escalating. By midnight, the visuals had become more fractal and geometric, which was intense and awe-inspiring. However, mild stomach discomfort and abdominal cramping started to appear, possibly due to a combination of the drug and the lack of food. This discomfort was not enough to detract from the overall sense of fascination with the experience.


5.4 12:00 AM - Intense Visuals and Mild Physical Discomfort


At this point, the user experienced intense visual effects, such as intricate fractal patterns, and began to feel increasingly disconnected from their body. The user went to the toilet and found themselves mesmerized by the morphing patterns on the door. This session lasted about 10 minutes, with the user’s focus being entirely absorbed by the visual phenomena. Anxiety began to set in, and the user started questioning the strength of the substance, as the effects felt stronger than they expected for 100 μg of 1P-LSD. The experience felt closer to 220 μg of LSD, which led to confusion and unease.


5.5 12:30 AM - Escalating Anxiety and Physical Sensations


The peak of the trip brought severe anxiety and discomfort. The user stepped outside to get fresh air, but the overwhelming environment of the festival made the situation worse. The crowded hallways and unfamiliar faces contributed to feelings of paranoia. The user attempted to roll a cigarette but was unable to due to the intense sensory overload. The building itself seemed to “breathe” and morph rapidly, and the user’s vision became blurred with colors and visual static.


In addition to these visual disturbances, the user began experiencing uncomfortable physical sensations. Their body began to twitch involuntarily, particularly in the upper arms and legs. The sensation of pressure and constriction in the forearms and hands became particularly intense, accompanied by a sharp, static-like feeling in the fingers and hands. These sensations lasted for several hours and made the user question whether the substance they had ingested was a potentially dangerous or faulty chemical. The user even considered leaving the festival, feeling overwhelmed by the experience.


6. Analysis of the Experience


6.1 Visual Effects


The most prominent effect of the trip was the intense visual hallucinations. These included geometric fractals, breathing and morphing surfaces, and visual static. The patterns were described as both beautiful and overwhelming, with the intensity increasing significantly as the dose took effect. The visuals were much stronger than the user expected, especially compared to their experiences with standard LSD doses.


6.2 Physical Sensations


The physical sensations during this trip were unsettling and caused significant discomfort. The user experienced muscle twitches, heavy forearms, and pressure in the hands. These sensations were not typical of the user's previous experiences with psychedelics and contributed to a sense of unease. The user suspected an allergic reaction or contamination due to these sensations, which further fueled the anxiety of the trip.


6.3 Mental and Emotional Effects


The mental and emotional state during the trip fluctuated between euphoria, confusion, and anxiety. Initially, the user felt an overwhelming sense of joy and stimulation, but as the effects intensified, feelings of discomfort and paranoia took over. The sense of isolation and disconnection from the surroundings contributed to the escalating anxiety, making it difficult to manage the situation. The experience was described as “difficult” rather than a typical “bad trip,” but the physical discomfort combined with the overwhelming visuals made the experience challenging to navigate.


7. Conclusion


The 1P-LSD trip, which started with mild expectations, quickly escalated into an intense and disorienting experience. Despite the user’s extensive experience with psychedelics, the strength of 1P-LSD at 100 μg was far beyond what they had anticipated. The trip was marked by strong visuals, discomforting physical sensations, and significant anxiety, particularly due to the unfamiliarity of the substance's effects. The festival setting, with its overwhelming sensory stimuli, added to the intensity of the experience. Although the trip eventually became introspective and enjoyable, the beginning was marked by significant fear and confusion, highlighting the unpredictable nature of research chemicals like 1P-LSD.