I just finished reading thru a few pages on this thread. After three years of vaping on and off, I totally agree with the fact that the small-form-factor ecigs have their place- even though I have multiple big-batt mods, a few egos and the like, I *still* occasionally pick up 510 batts for those times when I want a good replication of an analog. I think my favorite small-form-factor batt these days has to be the SD keychain- it's sexy as hell and is a higher-quality unit than the other "consumable grade" ecig products out there, AND it's a sealed auto-draw. It goes great with the newer super-shorty cartos; I have a pic of one on my profile, it's that good-looking.
I'll also say that I'm guilty of recommending the more practical systems for certain new users. In some instances, the situation really calls for one, such as when a user gets into vaping really quickly, and ends up burning through their semi-disposables within a week or two (it happens). When someone like that comes along and asks for advice, I usually steer them away from the small batts and into a more economical, replaceable-batt solution (I usually skip over the "ego stage" altogether, as going from 510s and the like to an ego is pointless, imho). I LOVE helping people break free from the "whole battery replacement" cycle, and the replaceables also last much longer and tend to provide a more consistent source of power(=more consistent vaping); If you can get over the larger form factor, APV's are a great choice, and will save you money over the long-term.
VV is something I never recommend to new users (less than 1 yr of vaping)- same thing with dual coil carto's, low-resistance carto/atty stuff, and tank systems. If someone specifically asks about it, I politely tell them that they need to get used to vaping successfully with SR stuff on TRUE 3.7v APV's before its time to move into something that complex. Although, I will say that I currently do use variable-voltage mods, DCT's, multi-volt mods, etc., and the flexibility/quality of the experience is second to none...but they aren't for beginners.
With all that said, though, the small, low-batt-life, short-longevity batts do have a place in my house of vaping, as they do in many experienced users' collections. They just become a PITA after awhile.
And on another note, the 510 atomizer is one of the best products I've ever used, and I've tried most everything. I still use the standard bridged 510 atty's for most of my dripping needs.
PS the reason I went to this sub-forum in the first place was that I'm looking for an LED-filled clearo...and I heard that SI has some (I want a few as novelties for nights out @ the bar ) Anyone know where they went??
I'll also say that I'm guilty of recommending the more practical systems for certain new users. In some instances, the situation really calls for one, such as when a user gets into vaping really quickly, and ends up burning through their semi-disposables within a week or two (it happens). When someone like that comes along and asks for advice, I usually steer them away from the small batts and into a more economical, replaceable-batt solution (I usually skip over the "ego stage" altogether, as going from 510s and the like to an ego is pointless, imho). I LOVE helping people break free from the "whole battery replacement" cycle, and the replaceables also last much longer and tend to provide a more consistent source of power(=more consistent vaping); If you can get over the larger form factor, APV's are a great choice, and will save you money over the long-term.
VV is something I never recommend to new users (less than 1 yr of vaping)- same thing with dual coil carto's, low-resistance carto/atty stuff, and tank systems. If someone specifically asks about it, I politely tell them that they need to get used to vaping successfully with SR stuff on TRUE 3.7v APV's before its time to move into something that complex. Although, I will say that I currently do use variable-voltage mods, DCT's, multi-volt mods, etc., and the flexibility/quality of the experience is second to none...but they aren't for beginners.
With all that said, though, the small, low-batt-life, short-longevity batts do have a place in my house of vaping, as they do in many experienced users' collections. They just become a PITA after awhile.
And on another note, the 510 atomizer is one of the best products I've ever used, and I've tried most everything. I still use the standard bridged 510 atty's for most of my dripping needs.PS the reason I went to this sub-forum in the first place was that I'm looking for an LED-filled clearo...and I heard that SI has some (I want a few as novelties for nights out @ the bar
) Anyone know where they went??
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