Are you done stocking up?

[bnrkwest]

My pods arrived! Still waiting on Breeze 2 tho. So here is a mini review and comparison on sizes. Moti is my fav for stealth vaping, perfect light auto draw, very quiet, con the pod leaks. Gala is a warm vape, love the feel of the pod, does not leak, pretty quiet so good for stealth, con takes effort to auto draw. EQ is beautiful, nice feel, button draw, hotter vape than I like, so far no leaks. Minfit is so small and adorable and really gives a great vape for it's size, button draw, so portable. No leaks so far. Con is it is a little noisy so not as good for stealth vaping, but so cute. Podin is lovely, great feel and quality, love how it vapes. Button draw & auto draw. Coil is a bit noisy tho so not really stealthy. So far no leaks, Podin is a winner for me, my fav so far. For Stealthy Moti wins, too bad it leaks.

 

[Blitzdonlife]

I have a lot less stocked than many I've seen here, but for a little while I was having the same spending urges. Glad that stopped before it got too serious. There are still a few items I would like to get, but the panic buying thing is over.

 

[BigPappa]

Got a few deliveries today, more GT heads from Vaprzon, some moti pods from eciggity (all the way from Hawaii and it arrived the same day as other orders I made at the same time), And from Central Vapors: 2 different types of ceramic tweezers, 2 of those assorted coil things that look like they are for fish tackle, a minifit and some extra minifit pods, but I was shorted 2 ohm testers , And from eightvape: a pack of pods for my Novo 2's, a couple Starss Icon Pods with 4x 4packs of pods, but one of the Pod units are bad.

I now have 5 different pod systems, but my favorite by far is the Justfog minifit! I can get a direct lung hit off of it (restricted, but it works) and it is so tiny, it's the smallest of the bunch which is perfect for stealth vaping. The battery probably will not last long due to it's size, but that is fine by me as I would not use it for extended periods of time, just for stealth usage.

 

[fiddleshe]

Stealthy Moti wins, too bad it leaks.

Two words. Duct tape.

 

[BigPappa]

Stealthy Moti wins, too bad it leaks.

I am pretty sure you got multiples, have you tried another one? or double checked the plugs? Because mine do not leak. I just prefer the minifit as I can fully conceal it in my hand, whereas with the moti sticks out.

 

[bnrkwest]

I am pretty sure you got multiples, have you tried another one? or double checked the plugs? Because mine do not leak. I just prefer the minifit as I can fully conceal it in my hand, whereas with the moti sticks out.

I am on my first pod in the Moti, maybe it's just a wonky pod. Happy to hear yours does not leak! Yes the Mini fit really surprised me, so tiny, has a hotter vape than expected, the little pod is a tiny powerhouse

 

[BigPappa]

I am on my first pod in the Moti, maybe it's just a wonky pod. Happy to hear yours does not leak! Yes the Mini fit really surprised me, so tiny, has a hotter vape than expected, the little pod is a tiny powerhouse

I honestly was not expecting it to be anywhere near as small as it is. I was pleasantly surprised (it's hard to tell in pictures with no reference). I just ordered 2 more minifits and 3 more boxes of pods.

 

[bnrkwest]

The Podin is about the size of a pack of crackers LOL I really like this little pod. I was never a pod fan but I must admit I am getting a kick out of these tiny vapes, will be great for travel

 

[BigPappa]

The Starss Icon Pod kit is small, it's round, the diameter is a little less than the minifit, it's heavy (I was not expecting it to be made of metal)... But the one DOA one sort of turned me off and the pods themselves just seem like they could fall out. It does give a decent hit though and I cannot argue with the price, the kit was like under $3 and the pods were 70 cents a 4-pack. lol I had wanted the black, but I waited too long to buy and they sold out, so I settled for the bronze and black. It looks a lot better in person than the images online, I actually think I am happier than I would have been with the all black.

 

[bnrkwest]

I honestly was not expecting it to be anywhere near as small as it is. I was pleasantly surprised (it's hard to tell in pictures with no reference). I just ordered 2 more minifits and 3 more boxes of pods.

Yes I thought it was the size of the Gala but it is half the size.

 

[Astron]

I have a lot less stocked than many I've seen here, but for a little while I was having the same spending urges. Glad that stopped before it got too serious. There are still a few items I would like to get, but the panic buying thing is over.

I’m not going to say I’m “done” but - as you said - my “panic buying” is over. (I have nine packages on the way, lol. In my defense some orders were made the middle of last December.)

What this board does for me at this point, besides communion, of course, is offer quick links to random things I would not know of through my own volition - like the Hussar tank, for instance - a quick pickup here and there, for the stash, based on good reviews here.

But I am beginning to train myself to order from USA sites only. This may not be a worthwhile method for some, but I am past the point of wanting to wait a month or more for a product. It will also curtail my spending and, ideally, limit purchases to higher quality items. I have multiples of less expensive mods now, and also enough higher quality mods that I may be choosier. And frankly, for me, the hunt is most of the thrill.

This philosophy has been aided by warnings from some advising about CNY holding up shipments and other potential near-future shipping interference. It is best for me, stress-wise, to begin to feel comfortable that I really do probably have enough.

 

[bnrkwest]

The Starss Icon Pod kit is small, it's round, the diameter is a little less than the minifit, it's heavy (I was not expecting it to be made of metal)... But the one DOA one sort of turned me off and the pods themselves just seem like they could fall out. It does give a decent hit though and I cannot argue with the price, the kit was like under $3 and the pods were 70 cents a 4-pack. lol I had wanted the black, but I waited too long to buy and they sold out, so I settled for the bronze and black. It looks a lot better in person than the images online, I actually think I am happier than I would have been with the all black.

I was curious about the Starrs and almost got one for the price

 

[bnrkwest]

I’m not going to say I’m “done” but - as you said - my “panic buying” is over. (I have nine packages on the way, lol. In my defense some orders were made the middle of last December.)

What this board does for me at this point, besides communion, of course, is offer quick links to random things I would not know of through my own volition - like the Hussar tank, for instance - a quick pickup here and there, for the stash, based on good reviews here.

But I am beginning to train myself to order from USA sites only. This may not be a worthwhile method for some, but I am past the point of wanting to wait a month or more for a product. It will also curtail my spending and, ideally, limit purchases to higher quality items. I have multiples of less expensive mods now, and also enough higher quality mods that I may be choosier. And frankly, for me, the hunt is most of the thrill.

This philosophy has been aided by warnings from some advising about CNY holding up shipments and other potential near-future shipping interference. It is best for me, stress-wise, to begin to feel comfortable that I really do probably have enough.

I think all my FT orders have shipped but I too am getting done with the China orders now. I am done except for a few pod coils now that I know my favs

 

[Haktuspit]

Got some Vaporesso GT 0.4 coils in from Vaprzon today, and my roommate was home so he was able to get the package indoors safe and sound!

No movement on my VaporL orders, wasn't expecting any either. Would however be nice if Geekvape would send me my portion of my order that was in stock. Not sure what their plan is, I might send an email to customer service.

 

[Astron]

I think all my FT orders have shipped but I too am getting done with the China orders now. I am done except for a few pod coils now that I know my favs

I’m kind of surprised to hear that you are going to curtail your orders from China! Not for any other reason than you are the Stock Up Queen (said with love & admiration). That you have been thinking this way validates my own feelings.

 

[bnrkwest]

I’m kind of surprised to hear that you are going to curtail your orders from China! Not for any other reason than you are the Stock Up Queen (said with love & admiration). That you have been thinking this way validates my own feelings.

Well I decided to be done with China orders this month. I am pretty well done anyway, so figured if anything strikes my fancy it will be US vendors from now on.

 

[markfm]

I've got 3 ft orders, 1 gv order, and the 3avape rui contest win in transit. Cvapor Armour Pro is pending shipping. I think I will go for a 2nd Brunhilde mtl, black this time, plus 3 more packs of ccell 0.5 ohm.

I've got my Brunhilde mtl build and wicking nailed, it's performing marvelously on the Armor Prime. No leaks, no dry hits, working great with just rayon wick (removed the steel cords). The Brunhilde coupon code is still working, brings the black down to $26 (stainless is cheaper, but I want a black for the black APs).

 

[BigPappa]

I was curious about the Starrs and almost got one for the price

Grab one and use that $10 off coupon... lol You could get 2 of them along with four 4-packs of pods for free, just pay the shipping. If you already used the $10 off once, just use a different email address.

 

[UncLeJunkLe]

I think this is interesting, kinda frustrating and even a bit concerning to a degree...

I'm finding that many/most of these Chinese retailers, except for FT, are using WANB shipping agent. The WANB tracking is no good once it hits the the USA.

The package then goes to one of various US shipping agents/customs brokers who slap a USPS shipping label on it. But you never get that USPS tracking # from the chinese retailer.

When I figured this out, I still had a package I was waiting for from CVapor, so I emailed them and asked them for the USPS tracking # corresponding to the WANB tracking # (the USPS tracking label is generated by the US shipping agent well before it hits the USA). They actually did respond with the USPS tracking #. I need to be able to see when packages are coming!

I guess YMMV as to whether a retailer will supply you the USPS tracking #, though.

I emailed Vapesourcing (who is also using WANB) to request the corresponding USPS #. Been days now, no response. I don't see me using them anymore.

And here's the kicker... it appears these WANB packages are never going through US customs as there is no customs label on any of my WANB packages. Just a USPS label with a WANB label underneath. The USPS tracking # (if you're lucky to get it) never shows that it entered US Customs.

I'm not sure what to think about all this.

 

[bnrkwest]

Grab one and use that $10 off coupon... lol You could get 2 of them along with four 4-packs of pods for free, just pay the shipping. If you already used the $10 off once, just use a different email address.

Yes I used the 10 off coupon already. Actually I just picked up another Podin, on sale at Vapor Authority Innokin Podin Mini Mod Pod System Kit - Vapor Authority Eciggity has the replacement coils and TENOFF coupon
I love this little pod