Hairy buds dry faster then stems?

It always feels dry before it is actualyl dry and yes, density of buds may make some dry faster than others. you can always test it out for a few hours in a sealed container -- if they get soft or moist to touch on outside again, put back out to dry longer. 2-way RH packs make this step easy to do. Invest in some Boveda humidipaks. the other brands suck a big dick. if you broke down tot buds and gave a minimal trim, 9 days is probably about right in those conditions, but density and size of buds will make a difference. can always weight a bud too.. if it stops losing weight, you know it's at equilibrium with the environemtn as far as water gassing off. you generally want the alst bit of moisture to be absorbed by some 2way humidipacks and avoid over-drying.