Ares, new MTL RTA designed by Phil Busardo and Dimitirs Agrafiotis

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IDK an exact number, but that seemed to be the main complaint on the tank, leaking/seepage. Perhaps it was earlier in the thread, but it's certainly there.... I held off on ordering one to see what folks thought, and that was the MAIN complaint although there were others.

I do think maybe expectations of some were very high on this tank, but I kind of kept in mind that there is a BIG difference between being a reviewer and a designer.

I don't have the tank, so those were my impressions based on reading the rather lengthy thread from the beginning.

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I'm still reading this thread when I can but I keep getting side-tracked and forget to go back. I think I'm on the 11th page so far.

Have you seen that video?
 

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Unless I missed it he seems to just goes through the features, build and wicking of each. I was expecting some kind of comparison or opinion

He's not really a MTL vaper so should you even care about his opinion? It's like me trying out direct lung RDAs. Sure, I can appreciate and recognise pros and cons but since I don't really enjoy that style of vaping I can't really give a useful perspective.
 

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    I never watched todd but decided to look at a few of his vids now, i don't see he's really reviewed anything that has been really bad so IDK if it's by choice or by what he's recieved but he did buy into the hype of the SMM and DR praising them and then even said the SOI SBX RDA had great flavor. So IDK where he'd possibly do a negative review or even a luke warm one of ever. if he has i'd love for you to let me know so i could check it out.

    I love everything, I get it for free plus a big fat cheque and treats for my dog, my life is awesome.

    I'm sorry you couldn't find a negative review but I guess after 6yrs and 1600 videos I just love everything.

    I shall endeavour to up my game and meet your expectations.

    Sincerely

    Todd

    PS, That was Scottish sarcasm at its finest.
     

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    I don't watch all of Todd's reviews but I've definitely seen a few where he ....s on things if he thinks they're bad. He definitely is critical and points out even small flaws, which is one thing I appreciate about Phil as well; for example tiny gaps on a mod because of sloppy finishing or QA.

    I also think he falls into the category of reviewers that are more likely to look at a product that seems interesting to them, hence higher probability that it will be a positive one.
     

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    Innokin just announced a recall on the Ares because of many complaints. Go to innokin/Ares for details Here is the details
    Thanks to the feedback (including some of our members here) if you feel your Ares has been affected please let Innokin know. Respect for the way they handled this
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    CUSTOMERS AND FRIENDS OF INNOKIN:

    Although it pains us to write this, we believe that honesty, transparency, and safety is the best policy.

    It has come to our attention that some of the tolerances were off during Ares production and some issues were not caught in QC and a small number of units have been affected.

    If you feel your Ares is affected, please contact us at info@innokin.com.

    We can assure you that we are taking all issues seriously, listening to all feedback, and are working hard to insure new Ares go out trouble free and affected Ares replacements are handled in a professional and timely manner.

    We feel terrible that Phil and Dimitri's first project with us has issues, but we're doing everything in our power to make things right.

    We truly apologize for any inconvenience this may bring you and hope our work to resolve these issues keeps your confidence in Innokin and all future Platform projects!

    If you are enjoying the Ares, we are delighted and please continue to do so!

    Thank you for your understanding and Happy Holidays.

    -Innokin Management

    Thanks for posting, mine leaks/seeps from the top fill, so I emailed them, will see what they say :)
     

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    I love everything, I get it for free plus a big fat cheque and treats for my dog, my life is awesome.

    I'm sorry you couldn't find a negative review but I guess after 6yrs and 1600 videos I just love everything.

    I shall endeavour to up my game and meet your expectations.

    Sincerely

    Todd

    PS, That was Scottish sarcasm at its finest.
    Wasn't meant as a slight. Just an observation. I take doing a review seriously as some people can't afford to buy a lot and a review should help them find what's best for them to spend their hard earned money. I do understand not everyone takes them serious and that makes me sad. It's almost as if some don't realize the responsibility they chose to accept. It's not about being negative it's about being fair and thorough and unbiased. We all like different stuff but if you think everything is awesome that really doesn't wind up being helpful to anyone. I spent a lot of time of forums and I feel bad when I see people upset at buying something crappy that I warned about in my reviews but I'm a small nobody and they seen reviews from big people praising it. But that's just me

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    Major respect to Innokin for doing this.

    My seepage from the top is minor, and overall I am happy with the Ares. So I’m not going to take advantage of their offer. All I want is for them to make replacement gaskets available.
     

    Mark Todd

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    but I'm a small nobody and they seen reviews from big people praising it. But that's just me

    That's OK, didn't bother me in the slightest but wish you well with your channel, hopefully hanging about here and bad mouthing other reviewers gets those subs up for you :)
     

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    How many people are having an issue with this tank??? I still can't wait to get mine.
    I have two now. None of them leak. Sometimes there is a little juice on the top cap when I go to fill them. And if I pull the drip tip there is a little juice there too.
    I think it is just some condensation.

    Or maybe I just slobber a lot, when I vape.:D
     

    Nailz

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    No free tanks for you and me ...lol

    Not getting it for free, I have to send the leaking one to their office in CA, actually costing me more, as have to pay for the shipping to them, but be worth it if the new one I get is leak free :)
     
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