Closet Vapers???

[NeoPagan]

Hello Everyone!

I'm relatively new to vaping, so my needs are pretty simple when it comes to equipment and such, although I'm sure that will change.

Right now, though, I have *lots* of questions about people. Here's my first one ...

A couple of sites I've visited exploring equipment and juices make a point of saying that their products arrive in discrete packaging. Weird. Then, I saw a review of a site that mentioned how great the discrete packaging is. ?????

Any insights into what's up with this?

 

[retired1]

vaping is under fire in many different countries. In some, it's outright illegal. E-juice is routinely confiscated by Canadian customs as an example.

 

[dbrandt01]

Exactly, what retired1 said, plus I feel if it clearly states "E-juice" or something of the like, it might be more likely it could get stolen. I noticed some companies that have "juice" in their name have dropped the juice part on their shipping labels.

 

[Completely Average]

Discreet packaging is a security measure for many different reasons. With vaping people often cite local laws against vaping, but far more frequently it's simply a theft deterrent.

Many home electronics places also use discreet packaging. Imagine buying a stereo online and having the UPS guy leave the box on your door step. Would you rather it be in a plain cardboard box with no markings, or the manufacturers box that clearly shows full color pictures of the stereo system that is inside?

 

[NeoPagan]

Wow, I hadn't thought of that. I've come across discussions about some of the political issues in the US as I've been trying to educate myself about all things vape, but that's as far as I've gotten. Something new to learn about, for sure!

 

[NeoPagan]

The theft issue is also interesting. I've been way out in the country for the last two years, and our postal person puts our packages inside the house or in one of our cars if she doesn't see us I moved here from the city, though, so I'm surprised how quickly I've become countrified!

 

[glointhedark]

We have a fantastic mail carrier where we are now. We have those "community" mail boxes, and anything that does not fit, she will come to the front door, ring the doorbell, and wait for me to come get the package instead of just leaving it. FedEx and UPS, on the other hand, may or may not ring the doorbell or knock. There have been times when I have gone out to fetch the mail and found a package just sitting by the door. I am home all day, every day.

 

[MoDmAnDaN]

Mail theft is on the rise and it sucks to be sure. I think that's one reason for this type of packing.

 

[Eichel]

I hit F5 on my tracking number and pretty much tackle the mailman before he hits my porch to retrieve my package

 

[daleron]

Welcome to ECF Neo, make yourself right at home
Yep, the postal service is getting wary