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I've been vaping for about a month or so now, and it is still somewhat overwhelming with all the manufactures, suppliers and middle men; juices, attys, different batteries, starter kits, so on and so forth, I started with a V2 kit and was very satisfied, recently received a G6 kit from Halo Cigs here in New Jersey. I actually prefer them to the V2, the carts are made better and use better quality materials, the vapor gives a richer, thicker, more replicated feel of smoke IMHO. I get strong metallic tastes from some of the V2 carts within the first ten puffs and some get burnt tasting rather quickly as well. The G6 kit was also significantly cheaper than the V2 cigs and replacement batteries are $15 rather than $25 (showing that paying more for something doesn't always mean its a better product). I did order a Tornado eGo-C kit from Totally Wicked and hopefully that goes well, I've heard/read a lot of good about them. Theres a lot to learn in the field of e-cigs and the learning and exploring will never stop. Good luck to all in their vaping endeavors!
If you're looking for a kit that resembles a cigarette I really like the Halocigs G6 kit, it is a nice solid build, with a rubberized matte finish and comes in a variety of colors. They have their own line of juices that are mixed here in the USA and are of one of the highest qualities around. I recommend the Tribeca from them for anyone who likes tobacco flavors, its a very mellow rich tobacco base with a very subtle fruity undertone. I like to keep it in the USA with my vendors whenever possible so I will try as many of them as possible. Happy Hunting!
If you're looking for a kit that resembles a cigarette I really like the Halocigs G6 kit, it is a nice solid build, with a rubberized matte finish and comes in a variety of colors. They have their own line of juices that are mixed here in the USA and are of one of the highest qualities around. I recommend the Tribeca from them for anyone who likes tobacco flavors, its a very mellow rich tobacco base with a very subtle fruity undertone. I like to keep it in the USA with my vendors whenever possible so I will try as many of them as possible. Happy Hunting!
I started with a Joye 510 then moved to an ego t, prices vary by vendors, I'd shop around till you find the best deal. Price does not dictate quality (for the most part) there ecigs out there that cost a wooping $100 or $200 that are definetly not worth it (usually mall kiosks and such) For your avg cig look alike type, I personally would not pay more them 50 bucks for a kit.
I started with a mini (aka cig-sized) and rapidly discovered I always, always was charging batteries. Now, this is not necessarily a bad thing... most starter kits come with 2 batteries, 2 atomizers and multiple cartridge options (don't get prefilled, buy blank ones and choose your own juice flavor!). But you'll probably want to pick up an extra battery or two. I do recommend getting manual batteries (the ones with the buttons) because they are actually far easier to use, and because they won't do what a lot of automatic batteries do and heat the atty just by being moved around too quickly in the hand (and yes, I have actually experienced this when talking with my hands). 
One more thought - I'd go as high as $70 for a starter kit, but even then, I agree with winfab that $50 is a good price range to look at. What tends to be in the $69.95ish range are the Joyetech starter kits, and Joyetech (aka Joye) is a company with good products on the whole. There are some extremely similar models out on the market, though, which will in the end be a better option for starting out. You can build from there.
It will probably take a while for you to find the right product but you will get there in the end, welcome.
are atomizers that much better than a cartomizer? i did like the idea of having a 2 piece design where i can change out the atomizer for a new one every so often. and it seems like cartomizers are a lot cheaper.
also wouldnt a manual have a chance of firing off with the button being accidentally pressed and held?
also wouldnt a manual have a chance of firing off with the button being accidentally pressed and held?
A lot of people have liked the kits from smokelessimage. I got mine and an extra batt from v4l and I really like them, but they are more expensive than some. If you go to the vendors listed here, you can get a better idea of what is available and for what price. BTW, my batts last about 6 hours of moderate vaping.
welcome to the site.. Like you i spent a lot of time reading. I am new to this whole thing myself and am waiting on my first shipment to get here, i ordered a KGO. I found some videos i thought were very helpfull by Doctor Vapor, he has 4 or 5 videos titled ecig 101. You may want to watch them, if so here is a link to his channel DoctorVapor's Channel - YouTube
Atomizers (attys) and cartomizers (cartos) are very much similar but still, very different. Both help to contain and vape e-liquids.
Atty (pros):
1. Lasts longer than cartos
2. Better taste (if you've learnt to direct-drip)
3. Quite a consistent performer
Atty (cons):
1. Can't hold a lot of juice
2. More expensive to replace as compared to cartos
3. You need to learn to direct drip and clean your attys
Cartos (pros):
1. Holds more juice than attys, usually
2. Cheap to replace
3. Could easily fit into tanks for major juice storage
Cartos (cons):
1. Cartos don't last that long
2. Polyfill material in cartos tend to muffle or reduce flavor
3. Cartos that aren't kept moist and happy will burn out fast
Ultimately, it still boils down to user-preference. I use an atty for direct-dripping at home, mostly, but use a tank carto combo when i'm out and about.
Regarding e accidental firing, you could always get a manual with an on-off switch or locking mechanism. Tht solves e problem!
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This is the exact same thing I did. V2, then the G6, and now I'm waiting for my eGo-C to arrive! I definitely recommend the G6 for first timers, and Halo does make some very solid e liquid. My personal favorite is the Torque 56.
i am definitely looking into smokeless image. they seem to have the highest mah for the sz from what i have found. thank you rul46 for the great info. and thank you scooter for the reviews. i might just have to try out both! but i have not seen an atty for KR808's (is that right)?
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