Could someone tell me what I have?

[KIRBKIRB]

I purchased at a local vap shop and didn't really know what questions to ask.

I know it's an EGO according to the case but as I poke around here I see that there are apparently all different kinds of egos.

I know this is probably silly but can y'all tell me exactly what I have?

 

[KIRBKIRB]

Sorry. That didn't work. Try this

 

[AndysPrincess]

looks like a 650 mah standard ego battery with a Kanger T3S bottom coil clearomizer on top.

 

[Azmo]

looks like a 650 mah standard ego battery with a Kanger T3S bottom coil clearomizer on top.

^^^This^^^

 

[KIRBKIRB]

So is this a pretty decent set up for a newbie?

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

So is this a pretty decent set up for a newbie?

Very nice. However, you're gonna want a backup (or three).

 

[KIRBKIRB]

I got the starter kit that the store sells. It came with 2 battery's, 2 clearomizers, a case, a charger and 2 juices.

So I guess I'm good to go!

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

I got the starter kit that the store sells. It came with 2 battery's, 2 clearomizers, a case, a charger and 2 juices.

So I guess I'm good to go!

Famous last words.

Look into shopping online for battery units with higher capacity (measured in mAh, or milliamp hours). The eGo 650's you have are good for between 7-8 hours of nearly continuous use, which means you'll go through a charge on both in about one day's worth of regular use. There are 900 and 1100mAh versions that will last anywhere from 10-15 hours, depending on make.

You should also explore the variable voltage models, which allow you to adjust the amount of power delivered to your atomizer. Battery systems should be considered a consumable. Eventually, those things will stop holding a charge and they'll need to be disposed of (properly, of course).

Finally, explore different types of atomizing systems like the Evod, the Vivi Nova, and the ProTank. That T3S is a fine system, but there are other options out there that you may prefer.

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

One more thing: I see you're at the north end of the state. I'm in the south end.

Whoever sold you that kit knew what he (or she) was doing. That's quality equipment. As you shop online, you'll find that you probably paid a premium for the brick and mortar, buy and go experience. As long as they're selling quality gear and you find the prices reasonable, I'd continue to patronize that establishment. We seem to be blessed in this state with good B&M enterprises, but you'll probably find yourself buying your most expensive gear from places like Discount Vapers, RTD and MyVaporStore. You can't go wrong with any of those guys.

 

[KIRBKIRB]

Another Alabamian!

I'm glad to hear that someone with experience thinks I got quality equipment. I had a very positive experience in that store, it was from Eco-smoke. They seem to be doing really really well here too, they just opened up a second location and it was packed when I went in (had to take a number).

They seemed very knowledgeable to me ( but what do I know )

Price wasn't to bad from what I can tell. I paid around $80 for everything I got.

 

[Azmo]

Another Alabamian!

I'm glad to hear that someone with experience thinks I got quality equipment. I had a very positive experience in that store, it was from Eco-smoke. They seem to be doing really really well here too, they just opened up a second location and it was packed when I went in (had to take a number).

They seemed very knowledgeable to me ( but what do I know )

Price wasn't to bad from what I can tell. I paid around $80 for everything I got.

That's not terrible for a B&M, but you could have saved a bunch of money ordering online and you would have gotten bigger batteries. I've never found a battery that actually lasts the 100mAh = 1hr standard. See how that battery fits your vaping style and if you need longer life, just order batteries online.

 

[bdon]

It's a good start! I have the same ego as a backup for my vamo and evic. Cant go wrong with the simplicity of the kanger t3. Easy to replace heads even for a newbie.

 

[Coastal Cowboy]

That sounds like typical B&M pricing. I spent about the same on my first starter kit and still have most of the stuff that was in it.

Eco-Smoke is well regarded. They don't just cater to noobs, either. They have a pretty good stock of higher end gear.

There is nothing wrong with paying a premium for good customer service and the experience of face-to-face Q&A, but as you learn more about this VapeQuest^TM thing, the more you'll be shopping online.

Here's a forum on ECF you'll probably be interested in. There are a lot of Rocket Citians on here.

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