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Typeopositive

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well, if you're descending on the resistance scale (deeper subs) in search of an elusive satisfaction, then it's just possible that salts would scratch that itch.
(could be the WTA route would be worth looking at too; but I know nothing there)
Salts, at high nic levels, are definitely a different experience. I absolutely feel that they scratch the itch faster, harder, and way more smoothly.
If you're not getting what you want/"need" from freebase (and you're intensifying to find it), I think more frequent coil changes are worth it.

My experience is that, going "tootlepuff" on the salts, my coils are very small and simple, and wrapping/swapping them is quick and painless . . .
and absolutely worth it.

that said, as a general caveat, I would say that one shouldn't try high nic salts on a whim. This because the first time you try it, you will probably get a buzz like you haven't had in years (since day one, maybe). And that opens up a whole 'nuther can of worms (or might). What will happen is that the body will get used to the new paradigm real quick, and the buzz won't happen more than a few times; and/but your body will seek it (I'm speaking as if to people who had a hard time quitting cigs). It actually took me a few days to realize that I was going through a "dosing transition" and to settle into the new pattern.
Stopped seeking the buzz pretty quickly, and settled into "the new normal"; but that new normal is with higher nic salts, MTL, and more frequent coil changes.
For me, personally, good transition. But I feel it was very particular to me and my timeline.
I've leveled off on chasing the dragon by increaaing concentration of freebase. I've settled at 6mg/ml but coming from a triple battery RDA to a single battery mech, I was thinking the concentration might make it easier to balance the other factors I was used to like battery life. I think you're right that it's good to proceed with caution here.

My interest in nicotine salts was sparked when I used a juul, the vapor had a quality that I've been unable to replicate with freebase. And it does this with minimal power, but the costs are very high. After reading a bit more, the long term stability of the salts also appeals to me. But I'll definitely be reading more before I make the change myself. I'll likely try a vendors product before I go mixing salts with a 0mg juice.

Thanks for the words of advice, Brian.
 
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? . . . Ø ?

typo?

protonating what?

oh, so your name's Brian too, huh?
did you feel a gusty breeze?

:)
Nope, I thought your name was Brian!

I figure the cheapest way to make a ejuice with salts is using a concentrate on a flavored juice without nicotine. That's what I was trying to say. Apparently I'm bad at talking today!
 

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Nope, I thought your name was Brian!

I figure the cheapest way to make a ejuice with salts is using a concentrate on a flavored juice without nicotine. That's what I was trying to say. Apparently I'm bad at talking today!
Nope, his name is bee man
 

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This because the first time you try it, you will probably get a buzz like you haven't had in years (since day one, maybe)
Buzz? What is this buzz thing that you speak of?

I tried a Juul when they were new in 2015. No buzz. I've used 36mg nic salts instead of my normal 13mg freebase and was able to vape a bit less, but never got a buzz.

Nicotine just keeps from being a completely insufferable male offspring of a female dog. :)
 

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Classie is west of you, hey? But I see she posted this morning. So, she's probably physically OK . . .. but not good . . . because Robin :(
The area where Classy lives was not strongly affected by Hurricane Michael. She's well down the Peninsula, not in the Panhandle.

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Rossum, sometimes, is a little south of me. Sometimes, a good bit north.

And Robin, May she Rest In Peace, is a good part of the reason I haven’t felt very talkative.
 

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How's mum doing btw? Seeing any more health improvements?

she's doing pretty well

lungs will never repair COPD, but they are better. Weather means she had allergies that cause some phlegminess. OTC decongestants and some chicken broth to aid with that

she loves, loves saving money :wub:
 

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Buzz? What is this buzz thing that you speak of?

I tried a Juul when they were new in 2015. No buzz. I've used 36mg nic salts instead of my normal 13mg freebase and was able to vape a bit less, but never got a buzz.

Nicotine just keeps from being a completely insufferable male offspring of a female dog. :)

obviously, you're not doing it right. :|



:D
 

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obviously, you're not doing it right. :|
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Maybe I should try DL'ing some 36mg salts? Ya think that would give me a buzz?

But I stopped DL'ing anything at all back when I stopped chasing buzzes right around the time I left college. :laugh:
 

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naw, pro'ly it's just me that's doing it wrong. :blush:

Different constitutions, I'm sure.
Although it certainly wouldn't apply to everyone, I thought a caveat to be the more cautious error.

btw: I too got nothing out of the ordinary from a Juul. Perhaps it's dependent upon setting . . . like High School bathroom stall? o_O
 
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I'm sure it's a tolerance thing and people are different.

Anecdote: My wife has never used nicotine in any form. Shortly after I started vaping, I got some Halo Belgian Cocoa liquid. I was happily puffing away at it, and my wife told me, "Wow, that smells so good!". So I handed her the little eGo style "pen" and said, "Try it!". Well, she got an instant buzz (that she considered unpleasant) from just one puff of 18mg :lol:
 

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I'm sure it's a tolerance thing and people are different.

Anecdote: My wife has never used nicotine in any form. Shortly after I started vaping, I got some Halo Belgian Cocoa liquid. I was happily puffing away at it, and my wife told me, "Wow, that smells so good!". So I handed her the little eGo style "pen" and said, "Try it!". Well, she got an instant buzz (that she considered unpleasant) from just one puff of 18mg :lol:
That is some dam tasty liquid though!
 
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