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[Bob320]

Hello Vapers,

New member and curious potential vaper here. I've been an analog smoker of 12 years, primarily full flavored menthols. I'm nearly 31 years old, but am starting to feel the effects of analogs and am considering a healthier alternative, so I am looking into vaping.

I'm interested in looking at some good tank starter kits, I have a modest budget of $100. A satisfying throat hit and decent vapor production are important to me, the disposables I've tried before have been a bad introduction to vaping if these forums are any indication.

The only kit I've looked into is the Halo Triton set, looks OK for $65. I am interested in any recommendations if possible! Sorry for the long winded post, I'll be reading in the meantime. Thanks!

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[CampbellMC]

You are probably going to get a lot of different suggestions, but the most common one these days (Although it switches constantly) is an Eleaf iStick 30w + Aspire Nautilus. This is a solid set up a lot of people have success with, and the 30w mod allows you to pick up something like the Atlantis or Kanger Sub-tank down the road if you want even more. Nice smooth draw, good vapor production, large 5ml tank (or you can go with the Nautilus mini but I prefer not having to fill my tank when I am out and about), and coils are quite reliable so long as you make sure you get the BVC coils, not BDC.

 

[Niten13]

Welcome to the ECF Family Bob! I think the best Starter set up currently running around are the Eleaf Istick paired with a Nautilus or Nautilus Mini Eleaf iSmoka iStick 20W Box Mod Full Kit

Edit: the 30 watt was out of stock here..

 

[Bob320]

Thank you both! It does look very nice. I'm glad I asked before buying the first thing I had seen, there seems to be a lot of choices!

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[CampbellMC]

Basically you are going to want a Variable Wattage device for sure, gives you the option to use many different tanks easily, and battery life and maximum wattage should be considered. Many of your "regular tanks" will be run between 8-12W, so a 20W device suits many people well, but with many "Sub-ohm" tanks coming out now, which require up to 30W people want the room to grow.

 

[Bob320]

Basically you are going to want a Variable Wattage device for sure, gives you the option to use many different tanks easily, and battery life and maximum wattage should be considered. Many of your "regular tanks" will be run between 8-12W, so a 20W device suits many people well, but with many "Sub-ohm" tanks coming out now, which require up to 30W people want the room to grow.

So seeking out the 30W iStick is a good choice?

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[SunshinePete]

I can vouch for the iStick/Nautilus Mini combo, it's hard to beat.

 

[Jwaterski]

Yep, 30 watt istick is good. Now hide your credit card, this is just the beginning!

 

[Jwaterski]

Also might want a cheap vv stick battery and EVOD tank or something similar, always have a backup ready!

 

[Moaufan]

Hello Bob and welcome to the forum. As you can see already there are a lot of great people here willing to help a fellow vaper. Good luck and happy vaping!

 

[DaniB]

Welcome Bob. You have received lots of good information. Good luck !

 

[Wissel Joe]

I use a istick 20 watt with a kanger giant tank i love it, and this little 20w packs a pretty good punch.

 

[Rat2chat2]

to ecf Bob320. Nice to meet you and so glad you are considering vaping. Very smart of you. There are so many different choices. Here is a great thread that might give you a place to start doing some research. The more you read, the more it will help you find just what you are looking for.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/variable-voltage-apv-discussion/640761-little-itty-bitty-mods-under-100-a.html

Good luck to you and please do give it a chance. Vaping is the only thing that ever helped me to give up a habit that is older than you.

 

[EvilGenius]

halo tritons + tribecca is the perfect starter kit imo

that's what got me to quit after 23 years and 2 packs a day

cigalikes like v2cigs were a waste of money for me, they did absolutely nothing, I would vape them at my desk at work then go chain smoke 2 cigs

but yeah gl man

Hello Vapers,

New member and curious potential vaper here. I've been an analog smoker of 12 years, primarily full flavored menthols. I'm nearly 31 years old, but am starting to feel the effects of analogs and am considering a healthier alternative, so I am looking into vaping.

I'm interested in looking at some good tank starter kits, I have a modest budget of $100. A satisfying throat hit and decent vapor production are important to me, the disposables I've tried before have been a bad introduction to vaping if these forums are any indication.

The only kit I've looked into is the Halo Triton set, looks OK for $65. I am interested in any recommendations if possible! Sorry for the long winded post, I'll be reading in the meantime. Thanks!

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[javarivanhans]

New here too. Yes, Best all around PV=eleaf 30w.

 

[daleron]

Hello Bob, welcome to ECF. Make yourself right at home

 

[Sir2fyablyNutz]

Welcome Bob and good luck...it IS the right decision. I smoked for as many years as you are old and Vaping was the easiest manner I found to get off the cigs. I ran into two small problems trying to convert.
1. I started with my nic level too low, (6) and still used cigs till I upped it to 12. At the correct level, any craving went away. I have had a couple small cravings in the past week (I'm a new quitter), but a few hits on my vape solved the issue. Now that the stench is gone, I do have to clean house.
2. Finding a pleasurable flavor to vape is easy, but the search for "that one" (ADV-all day vape) has been interesting and frustrating. (and $$)
I intend to get a MOD battery and probably the Aspire Nautilus in the near future, but until then I am using the inexpensive SMOK Micro RDC with replaceable coil (bought online) to keep a few flavors at hand so I can switch as desired. This is my 5th day without a cig, and I am still shocked at how easy it has been.
I wish you all the best in your endeavor.

Greg

 

[Bob320]

Thank you all! I've been doing some reading and found the iStick 50w on preorder, would that be even better for future proofing?

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[muthafogger]

Hi Bob, still rigidly new here myself. I started with an ego and a protank 2 mini. Quickly upgraded to an I stick, which I still use today. Rarely go over 12 watts on it, even with my Taifun GT 2 on it (which looks ridiculous paired with an istick but vapes so good). After awhile the protank wasn't cutting it so I started rebuilding the coils in it. That made a big difference. Once that started to be not enough I started wicking with rayon, which, IMO, greatly improved the flavor. After a bit I wanted more, so I upgraded to the Taifun. Leaps and bounds, brother. Not even close. I have a Sigelei 30 watt mini on the way now and am looking into making my own box in the near future.

My point being, you don't have to jump in feet first. Start with what works, even if it is a gas station cigalike, and with your way up as you need too. The money you and on cigarettes will cover the upgrades later and then some. 100 dollars will set you up nicely if you shop around. Good luck.

 

[HDMontana]

Welcome aboard.

HD