I havnt checked trichs in years. I just tend to eyeball the flowers and plant as a whole looking for that "done" look, can just tell wen shes given it all she has. My thought on it is I'll let the genetics decide trich ripeness ratios at that point, as different trich stages can have different psychoactive and physical effects.
Still just the idea in my head Im not saying this is fact or whatever.
If I want more cbd and such I'll use indica dom genetics with trichs that tend to ripen faster thus giving you the classic effects from its cannabinol ratios.
Racy high highs more sativa with trichs that tend to be more clear come harvest because they take longer to degrade "ripen" ... And hybrids are for smugs.
IDK I may be off, I know I am, but maybe on the right track?
Anywho thats what this lil bowl of bubbly did to me haha... Fukin post has taken forever and my chicken is ready.