Advice for new vapers, skip the eGo battery kits.

[SirSteve]

I edited the original post, I didn't want to offend anyone ha. Basically more what I meant is that the eGo or built-in battery kits are always suggested to beginners and I havn't read many "beginner needs advice" posts with people suggesting the Vamo. Me personally, the Vamo is a really simple device and I think it is a great mod for beginners. Again didn't want to step on anyone's toes and it is my suggestion that the Vamo can be a very good beginner device .

It can be a great device for beginners, but some people are put off by the size and are confused with the choice between VV and VW. Newer vapers might not like the idea of changing batteries, and may not know what type of battery they need and what choice of charger to get. The ego style batteries are a little simpler and smaller and you don't have to mess with changing batteries. I have a Vamo and a Spinner, they both have a place in my vaping style.

As for more advanced APV's, Vamo is the best bang for the buck, especially since you can get an entire kit from Fasttech for a song. No one choice is right for everyone, some like cigalikes, some like egos, some start out with a Provari.

 

[NakiFantaki]

I could not live without my ego batteries. I have 3. 2 are VV.
I also have a vamo. But that's for home use only. I could not take that thing to work and vape on it.
I think egos are perfect. Small, easy to carry. Charging is simple and takes up little space.
That's just me. I would never tell new vapes to skip the ego.

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[Nev NYC]

If one doesn't mind using a Vamo out in public, great! I've got plenty of mods both regulated and mechanical and still use an ego twist and even my old Halo G6 cig a like.. It all depends on the situation and what kind of vape you're looking for at the moment.. I've found that using a twist with a low resistance coil head in a Protank can give you an almost identical vape in comparison to my Vamo, Zmax, or SID.. You're certainly not going to get the amount of vapor or flavor as you would with an RBA and mech setup but a beginner wouldn't necessarily be jumping into a genny or dripping atty like a Phoenix or Igo-L.. Mostly, a beginner that would be skipping the cig a like stage would probably go with a clearo or carto setup which in my opinion can work perfectly fine with an ego twist or say, a Vamo.. It is really dependent on the individuals vaping style and comfort level with what they want to carry around with them.. Eventually it would be more cost efficient to upgrade to a mod because eventually all ego type batteries will die and batteries in a mod can simply be replaced rather than tossed in the trash.. Thankfully there are so many options to go with to quit smoking that even something as simple as an Njoy disposable can provide a satisfying experience for someone that is truly set on getting of cigarettes.. The more experienced vapers should spread the word about options and let a noob know that whatever their particular style is, that there is definitely something cool, inexpensive, or flashy that WILL get them away from cigs..

 

[DaxFX]

Hmmm i wold not say that.. Starting with an ego battery is the best simple way better if is an ego twist or vision spinner that can be purchased for under $20.. What i will agree is forgot the blu those are crappy ecig and very frustrating, my first attempt for quiting smoking was with blus and those crappy thing make me belave that vaping was a crap idea. Untill i try again with an ego twist. I have 2 twist and 4 electric mods and the twist still on duty every day for on the go.

Most noob dont know what vw, vv, rma, avg , stacked not stacked is.. those are thing that can scare the hell out not counting when you came from a stinky then havingn a lightsaber in your hand is not something that smokers will like.. For quiting. Most smoker first want something close to a real cig because that is tricking your brain you still want to hold it like a cigarrete you still whant to vape like a cigarrete.

So my advise to new vapers if you have search enough into mods and know what you are going into then yes you can start on something cheap like a vamo. BUT if you are new and you dont know anything about ecig i WILL HIGHLY RECOMRNDED to star with an ego battery and maybe with an evod clearo, does not have to be a kit just make your own kit, for $10 you can order a ego battery with charger and 1 evod and is an exellent one of my favorite combos on ego batteries in fact i use my evods a lot over my tanks and other stuff in my mods..EGO + EVOD is the simple most easy way to star with a very good results. So a gain i would highly recomend starting with ego make it a eGo Twist or a Vision Spinner if you can pay far a reputable brands. If you want the cheaper the fasttech.com are exellent quallity for a stupid low price. In fact if you order from fasttech add some 30ml of dekang fruit juices at $3.25 a bottle of 30ml you will not go wrong.

So again. Highly recomended to complete noobie star with egos,, but please dont buy blu's


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[DoogieTony]

There is quite a learning curve for new vapers and a vamo could be too much too soon. Keep it simple at first.

 

[nctrekken]

For me the Vamo is it. Started with the e-cigs and they wouldn't do the job for me. Got the ego and they were okay for awhile. Got my Vamo few weeks ago and don't think I will use the ego at all except for emergencies.

But I have been trying to get my wife vaping. She can't use the ego or the Vamo without coughing. She wants the V2 e-cig. She tried a friends and liked it. She wouldn't cough everytime she took a drag. So it all up to the person. But I would suggest trying them out at a vape shop first to see which one to go with. I could have skipped all the others and saved some money.

 

[Julopy]

I just tried fitting my Vamo in my little change pocket and its fine so long as I don't sit down....

oh LOL, same here

 

[madesorgo]

I was just wondering because I have several CE5 clearos and 3 Protanks so I want something that will work with them. I don't want to reinvest in alot of new tanks just because I get a new battery. I don't have that kind of "loose change" lying around.
I do like that they take Paypal also.
Thanks for the info!

~Susiejo

It works very well with my ProTank. So well that it tastes almost as good as my Cisco 306 1.5 ohm dripping attys. It seriously blew my mind because the flavor was just so darn good for a tank system. I don't have the adapter but I will be getting one now because I do agree with the temperamental nature of the threads. Then again I am very careful with the threading because I could feel it the first time I screwed it in. Some may not notice or feel the threading and can see how people would strip it. Other than that it's rock solid, literally.

As far as VV/VW being too complicated I think some may make it more complicated than it really is. The fact is you adjust only by voltage or wattage, you choose. I stick with the voltage because I find it easier, the wattage is a little more finicky with the juice I like to use. So as far as that people should really consider it just a VV at first. Plus all the other features may make it seem more complicated but again it should be looked at like a twist which many beginners are comfortable with. Once you do that, then all can relax . Before I get into things I usually do a lot of research, wish I did a little more into the Vamo when I first started. But after a good 10min of searching I had a user made manual of the Vamo and figured out the voltage for my Ecto juice. The other thing is I never was a smoker so I never needed to have that cig in my hand feeling so that does make a difference. I must have some big change pockets though it doesn't slip a bit when I sit down either ha.

All in all, ok so maybe don't skip the eGo because I do take mine out when I got to a bar (I don't mind dropping it at all). But I still would suggest a Vamo even to the newest of the newest users . They just need to read a post or two to understand how VV works. Fill the tank, screw it on, bottom fed tank around 2.2-2.5ohm start at 3.5-3.6v, take a puff if it doesn't taste burnt increase by .1 until it tastes a little burnt, then back it down .1 or .2 and that's it you got your voltage!

PS: Someone mentioned the cost of batteries. For the most part yes you can get them under $20, it also depends on the mAh rating. But it also depends on the brand and size. A twist I haven't found under $20 yet unless you get a generic. My experience with a generic 900mAh was good until it died last week. I am electronic geek, I know that the batteries and everything else are basically identical but I have had better luck so far with my Joye battery. For the Vamo, well $5 a battery is what I like. Then again I am a different beginner, I have been researching and am onto RBA's so I needed the Vamo. But for those beginners that are really trying to be cost effective so much to get generic items over brand name, then you definitely want to consider an APV/mod because it's in your future. It's nice being able to make an atty for 20 cents and replace a battery for $5!

 

[Myrany]

It works very well with my ProTank. So well that it tastes almost as good as my Cisco 306 1.5 ohm dripping attys. It seriously blew my mind because the flavor was just so darn good for a tank system. I don't have the adapter but I will be getting one now because I do agree with the temperamental nature of the threads. Then again I am very careful with the threading because I could feel it the first time I screwed it in. Some may not notice or feel the threading and can see how people would strip it. Other than that it's rock solid, literally.

As far as VV/VW being too complicated I think some may make it more complicated than it really is. The fact is you adjust only by voltage or wattage, you choose. I stick with the voltage because I find it easier, the wattage is a little more finicky with the juice I like to use. So as far as that people should really consider it just a VV at first. Plus all the other features may make it seem more complicated but again it should be looked at like a twist which many beginners are comfortable with. Once you do that, then all can relax . Before I get into things I usually do a lot of research, wish I did a little more into the Vamo when I first started. But after a good 10min of searching I had a user made manual of the Vamo and figured out the voltage for my Ecto juice. The other thing is I never was a smoker so I never needed to have that cig in my hand feeling so that does make a difference. I must have some big change pockets though it doesn't slip a bit when I sit down either ha.

All in all, ok so maybe don't skip the eGo because I do take mine out when I got to a bar (I don't mind dropping it at all). But I still would suggest a Vamo even to the newest of the newest users . They just need to read a post or two to understand how VV works. Fill the tank, screw it on, bottom fed tank around 2.2-2.5ohm start at 3.5-3.6v, take a puff if it doesn't taste burnt increase by .1 until it's not pleasant and that's it you got your voltage!

If all you use on the vamo is 510 threaded then consider and air flow restrictor adapter. It tightens up the draw on the protank nicely.

You left out a step in the finding the voltage. Slowly increase voltage until you get the slightest burnt/unpleasant taste then BACK IT DOWN one notch. Why vape something unpleasant.

 

[madesorgo]

If all you use on the vamo is 510 threaded then consider and air flow restrictor adapter. It tightens up the draw on the protank nicely.

You left out a step in the finding the voltage. Slowly increase voltage until you get the slightest burnt/unpleasant taste then BACK IT DOWN one notch. Why vape something unpleasant.

Good catch haha. I actually had an adapter from my Vivi Nova and that's what I use to tighten up my draw! It fits perfectly, and I can unscrew it fairly easily for a quick fix and it makes the draw like my Cisco 306, very tight, TONS of vapor. So I know exactly what you are talking about. It's just perfect. And yes back down the voltage .1 or .2 . I am vaping Ecto from FlavorZ by Joe right now. If you ever had the Ecto Cooler from Hi-C then you must get this juice it tastes exactly like it. It's orange tangerine and simply tasty. Man it tastes so good in my ProTank. I am actually making a 1.2ohm coil right now with a new SS wick. I'm going to make some much needed clouds in Texas tonight .

 

[Myrany]

Good catch haha. I actually had an adapter from my Vivi Nova and that's what I use to tighten up my draw! It fits perfectly, and I can unscrew it fairly easily for a quick fix and it makes the draw like my Cisco 306, very tight, TONS of vapor. So I know exactly what you are talking about. It's just perfect. And yes back down the voltage .1 or .2 . I am vaping Ecto from FlavorZ by Joe right now. If you ever had the Ecto Cooler from Hi-C then you must get this juice it tastes exactly like it. It's orange tangerine and simply tasty. Man it tastes so good in my ProTank. I am actually making a 1.2ohm coil right now with a new SS wick. I'm going to make some much needed clouds in Texas tonight .

Other than my morning cig replacement menthol I vape entirely DIY juices at this point I will remember the recommend though.

 

[madesorgo]

Other than my morning cig replacement menthol I vape entirely DIY juices at this point I will remember the recommend though.

Yup that's the next thing for me. In fact I just ordered 60mg/ml PG, some VG and a few flavors about 45 minutes ago lol. I just grabbed 120ml right now because I am just trying it out. I am going after a Mountain Dew flavor. I have tried 3 Mountain Dew flavors and they just weren't right. Some had to much lime, a little too flat, they just miss that acidic flavor. After having that Ecto flavor if gave me an idea and I am going to incorporate it into this Mountain Dew flavor to give me that little kick as if I were drinking a soda.

 

[InTheShade]

It's 510 threading.

Fasttech is a great company.

It takes about 10 days to get your item from Hong Kong, though.

The Vamo is definitely a good device for the money.

I still use my ego batteries sometimes as well. I use them less than my tiny 18350 mechanicals though.

Just making sure everyone knows - the Vamo has (mostly) 510 and ego threading. I think some of the earlier models out there just had 510 threading.

Also, regarding the threading issues - mine is rock solid on the threads - I still use a straight-sided 510 to ego adapter and then tighten any device down to it rather than the threads.

 

[Nailz]

Sorry but got to say, if I had never vaped and was looking to start and found this thread, it would put me off without a doubt, I am not really new to vaping, and I have a VV device, but talks of wattages, tanks, making wicks to me is not newbie friendly, most smokers looking to vaping, just want something simple to get off smokes, most will step up, but I for one will say this thread would not helped me, just said to hell with this and gone and bought a pad, but that's just my

 

[madesorgo]

Well I want to change the title now but it's too late but anyways. I still think its beginner friendly even for people getting off smokes. Maybe more for the technically inclined people. Me personally I find all of this very simple, if anything regular batteries, auto batteries put me off because it was too boring and would have been back to chewing hehe. But because of these mods, being able to tinker, research the information on all the devices, it kept me involved and have been chew free for a month. To each their own! If you can use a cell phone, setup outlook on your computer, you can use a Vamo .

 

[Myrany]

Well I want to change the title now but it's too late but anyways. I still think its beginner friendly even for people getting off smokes. Maybe more for the technically inclined people. Me personally I find all of this very simple, if anything regular batteries, auto batteries put me off because it was too boring and would have been back to chewing hehe. But because of these mods, being able to tinker, research the information on all the devices, it kept me involved and have been chew free for a month. To each their own! If you can use a cell phone, setup outlook on your computer, you can use a Vamo .

I gave up setting up outlook on my computer YEARS ago. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

 

[InTheShade]

Well I want to change the title now but it's too late but anyways. I still think its beginner friendly even for people getting off smokes. Maybe more for the technically inclined people. Me personally I find all of this very simple, if anything regular batteries, auto batteries put me off because it was too boring and would have been back to chewing hehe. But because of these mods, being able to tinker, research the information on all the devices, it kept me involved and have been chew free for a month. To each their own! If you can use a cell phone, setup outlook on your computer, you can use a Vamo .

Congratulations on being chew free for a month madesorgo. Everyone will find their device. The best one is always the one that works for you.

 

[Beerbrah]

Sorry but got to say, if I had never vaped and was looking to start and found this thread, it would put me off without a doubt, I am not really new to vaping, and I have a VV device, but talks of wattages, tanks, making wicks to me is not newbie friendly, most smokers looking to vaping, just want something simple to get off smokes, most will step up, but I for one will say this thread would not helped me, just said to hell with this and gone and bought a pad, but that's just my

Okay hopefully this will make it easier for newer people reading. I am new to vaping and briefly tried cig look a likes that didn't work(maybe cause the cartridges were old). Buy an Ego-C Twist or Vision Spinner X2(One for backup), Clearomizer (Evod, Protank, Vivi Novas, Stardust), charger, E-Liquid, and replacement heads. Probably missed some stuff but just trying to hit the basics. Remember I am new as well, so add to this.

 

[kkeebb]

i went from the WalGreens shelf stuff, crap in my opinion, to the ego's.
recently got a lavatube.
about to get a k101.

im still working on my RBA skills. so for now im with vivi nova's and cartos...

 

[lateralus87]

I started vaping about 2 months ago and started off with an ego twist and protank setup. been using low res (1.8 ohm) evod heads on it and love the flavor! I've been reading about the vamo for most of the night browsing the forums and will probably pull the trigger on a purchase tomorrow! I've just been trying to hunt down the best price on one shipped from the US though. I still love my ego battery though, it'll be a great travel vape when i'm out and about!