Are bottom feeders awkward?

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kalifornia

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yes that is what Im asking
Are you are asking if it is awkward to squeeze the bottle while still holding the device in normal vaping position?
Because if so, I know I certainly can't do that. I don't find that to be a problem or anything though.

But if that is a concern to you, you might want to look at this mod instead...
Vapage V-MOD 2.0

I'm not saying whether or not it can be done with that device, because I've never tried one.
But it certainly looks like much more of a possibility.
 

erictho

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i'm jumping in pretty late but i thought i would chime in.
after getting used to learning how to best feed your carto/atomizer the only awkward thing i have found is the squishing squonking noise.
often enough if i'm hanging out with someone at home, i'm asked if one of my cats are puking their guts out. :p
it's just one of those compulsive annoying sounds.
 

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I think it is more fair, esp. with a newbie, to give the whole picture. There are 3 topics on ECF where users seem to really love the Vapage mod....also, a ton of neat advice about the device, kicking it, etc. Grimm Green didn't like it, but seems like an awful lot of people on this forum do. :) :

Part 1:
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...d-xl-18650-bottom-feeding-mod-vapage-com.html

Part 2:
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...0-bottom-feeding-mod-vapage-com-part-2-a.html

and
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...ho-says-vmod-xl-best-bottom-feeder-earth.html
 

iamtumus

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I think it is more fair, esp. with a newbie, to give the whole picture. There are 3 topics on ECF where users seem to really love the Vapage mod....also, a ton of neat advice about the device, kicking it, etc. Grimm Green didn't like it, but seems like an awful lot of people on this forum do. :) :

Part 1:
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...d-xl-18650-bottom-feeding-mod-vapage-com.html

Part 2:
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...0-bottom-feeding-mod-vapage-com-part-2-a.html

and
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...ho-says-vmod-xl-best-bottom-feeder-earth.html

i've never seen/used one, i was curious about it so i went to his channel because he and i have very similar opinions on mods. i just said be wary.
 

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I went from an ego to a reo mini about a year ago.
In very short time, I realized that I did not need to carry a backup device.
This alone was well worth the price of admission.

This also marked the end of my weekly expenses in disappointing purchases.

I bought a reo grand a few months later.
The grand is my preferred device when home or driving.
The mini is nice for going out and concealed use.

There are a few very inexpensive components in a reo that will wear out.
But it will take several months of heavy daily use for that to happen.
 

chuckbtn

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How often do you have to squeeze the bottle and is flooding the atty a regular problem?

Is there one type of bottom feeder that is highly recommended right now? I've heard some people say they have issues with leaking with the Reos. Anyone having that problem?

I just give the bottle a "squonk" whenever I get that first hint of a flavor change, this varies on how heavily I am vaping and also the juice I am using at the time. I have had a REO Grand for about 3 months now and it has become my main use mod. Poor Provari just sits there collecting dust:( The only issue I have had with leaking was no fault of the REO. I took it on a airline flight and the pressure difference in the cabin forced the juice out of the bottle and in to my pocket. Lesson learned, empty the REO when flying!!!

I am also looking for more bottom feeders as I love the ease of use with these!!

My suggestion would be a REO Grand. 6ml of juice and 18650 power should last most anyone all day long!!
 

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For somebody who wants to just try one out, vapage having a 50% off sale on everything in the store, including vmod kits.
Code is 10P50
For $50 bucks, I'd say it's a great deal ---

Thanks for posting this Racehorse. I've been on the fence trying to decide if I wanted to give a bottom feeder a try.
After reading reviews and pricing them out, I have settled on the V-Mod 2.0.
I just picked it up for $40 shipped with this coupon code :)
 

erictho

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i don't want to start a pi**ing contest or fanboy war, but i have found the vmod to be nothing but intuitive. it's really tough to flood your carto/atty (unless the user is over-squonking), it doesn't leak, the carto/atty has extra protection, it's super durable, and the aluminum sleeve is interchangeable and a decent price.
moreover, the reason why i chose the vmod over the reo is the design. the second chamber is really innovative as far as gravity fed bottom feeders go.
and in comparison to the rev2 i was using before, headaches are nonexistent. i have no doubt both the reo and vmod are both excellent devices for their price point. i just don't see why the reo is head and shoulders above the vmod (though i know someone will say "completely user serviceable"), when i still haven't seen any arguments as to why that are not directly related to durability.
 
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The problem I see with the V-mod is that it uses propietary atomizers, they are cheap, but it only uses silo atties or it leaks. In the Reo you can use whatever you want.

or you could take the oring off the silo atty that comes with it and put it on another atty
 
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