Another newbie

[SKMDC]

After getting sick of going outside in the Texas heat I decided to try out an e-cig. We have a store not too far from me that only does e-cigs and e-liquids so we went there and picked up a Riva (750) I think. Got tabacco flavor and coffee. So far so good. Haven't had a regular cig in over 24 hours, and I can feel like I'm smoking inside.

I'm feeling a good TH but I'm not getting a lot of vapor. I know I don't need it, but I'd feel better seeing it.

Will switching to a veggie based liquid get me better vapor?

Will that affect TH?

Thanks!

 

[LowThudd]

Yes, VG will put out more vapor, but yes it will also reduce TH(not important to me).

 

[LowThudd]

And welcome to the forum. Enjoy the lack of cigs!

 

[kelleymcm]

OMG!!! You have a STORE close to you that sells e-cig supplies !!!

I am SOOOO jealous !! Welcome to the wonderful world of vaping & good luck !

 

[ENIPuff]

you may also want to try a low resistance atomizer if they have them. Much more vapor production, and a few of my liquids taste much better on the low res.

edit: can't rembember for sure, but heard replacing the atomizer will require you to take the cone off, again, I might be wrong.

 

[SgtDGun]

welcome!!!!

 

[StarsAndBars]

definitely agree with LR atty, its all I use. I love to make huge clouds of vaper also. The riva is same device as Ego/Tornado right? Well sir you have a decent PV, so switching to VG, and definitely LR atty will maximize your vapor.

 

[SKMDC]

Great! I will certainly ask if they have that atty!

I'm going back next weekend to try a few different flavors anyway!

Thank you all!

 

[debb]

I, too started with the Riva...and it is an awesome pv...I got a LR addy w/ mine...very cool...

 

[WISHIKNEWTHATYESTERDAY]

I wish i had a store near me but then again it might keep me from trying out all the wonderful different suppliers. Though it would probably make my mailman feel better, i think he thinks i'm stalking him. lol.

 

[Ourei]

You have definitely picked out a great starter ecig! the Riva (known as the eGo) is loved by beginners as well as expert vapers. Way to go!

In the beginning, do whatever helps you to get away from cigarettes, which usually means get that throat hit. If you're really thinking about seeing the vapor, then get some VG-based juice. The more VG, the more vapor, but yes less throat hit. So with VG, you can try a higher-strength nicotine content.

Get a collection of juices... some PG, some VG, some mixed, and you'll be good to go!

Also know that if you shop for parts for your Riva, you can use Joye 510 atomizers, cartomizers and drip tips. The Riva is basically a Joye 510 with a bigger battery. So you have many, many options to choose from!

My advice when shopping is to look into getting a couple of Joye 510 LR atomizers (low-resistiance) and what's known as a drip tip (stainless steel or delrin) and make sure you have 2 or 3 Riva batteries. If not, get spares!

If you have LR atomizers and a drip tip - even if you don't use them right now.... the fact that you have the smarts to find ECF and become a forum member means you'll most likely evolve with your ecig... and you'll end up wanting these things... so keep these items in your mind when you shop next time

Happy vaping!!

 

[SaigesPoppa]

Hello and welcome you just have to experiment with the %pg/%vg to get the right th and vapor.

 

[arcangel]

Hi SKMDC,

Nice to see another new member like myself. Wow, you are so lucky having a store that sells these items, especially one you can walk to. It was recommended to me to start with a Joye 510 Kit from online stores. It worked great for me. Have not had a tobacco one since my kit arrived, last January. Hope you hang in there and try new products.

 

[mistinthewoods]

Welcome SKMDC. Yeah, I'm jealous too. I just ordered my second Riva today. I use cartomizers on mine and I get plenty of vapor. My juice is a 60/40 mix, VG/PG. I put about 5 drops per 10 mls of 151 proof everclear to simulate more throat hit. Not the same as a real throat hit but it burns a little (in a good way). I only get a real good throat hit from my 6 volt PVs.

 

[Andant]

Welcome to ECF, SKMDC! I use eGo (pretty much, the same as Riva). Getting tons of vapor from 70VG/30PG mix even when using attys/carts without dripping. Not too much of a throat hit, but it was not important for me. The juice comes from FreedomSmokeUSA, try them!

 

[ENIPuff]

i think he thinks i'm stalking him. lol.

I think we all have that in common. I wake up on mornings I know juice or devices are coming in like a kid at Christmas.

 

[dshack]

Welcome!
If your like my wife (heavy smoker), you might consider a $15 5 volt USB Passthrough. TONS of vapor and much stronger TH for little $$$.

 

[most_wanted]

Welcome....

Lucky you...have store around you that sell a great device like Riva...

Not like me...had to wait for another 5 days to enjoy it....