First Impressions

[so-e]

I have not had an old school smoke since November 15, 2008 around 9:30ish. Today I picked up my epuffer package. First impression was yuck this flavour is nasty. Just to make sure I had a few more puffs and yup it was nasty. However, I can see this working with a good flavour. The vapour was decent meaning I could make smoke circles if I was so inclined. The 'hit' left a subtle tingle at the back of my throat. What I realized today was how good nicotine is for me. I was easily able to concentrate, get stuff done, communicate complicated thoughts, prioritize, exercise, organize, fantasize, etc..
However I'll be returning the epuffer. The main reason is the size of it. It's long and 'heavy'. If you want to hold it while you're tying your shoelaces forget it--you'll have to use your teeth unless you'd like the constant puckered look in a few years or already have it now
Any recommendations for a lighter more compact model?
Anybody try the Nicostyle mismo from Japan? Moisture in the air is heated, flavoured & converted into steam vapours. Their cartridges are all 0 nic flavoured and vitamined. I'll be getting one of these eventually as a healthy snack

 

[slianfoxob]

I'm a noob as well (haven't even recieved my e-cig yet) but from what I've gathered whilst perusing the forum there are much smaller models out but they will never be as lightweight as an analog cig. I would look for super minis like the the peewee from puresmoker or the M401 from LitCigsUSA (granted, this are US suppliers but I'm sure some of the Canadians suppliers have the same or something similiar).

Also, I wanted to point out something you've mentioned. Nicotine's ability to help us concentrate and get stuff done. There were studies done a couple years back about the effects of quitting smoking. When the brain no longer recieves the "hit" it begins to slow down. They found that it could take up to 7 years to regain the same cognitive abilities the ex-smokers had before they quit. Some never reached their old processing levels. So, it's seems like e-cigs are a great solution. They rid us of nasty analogs but keep our brains working at top performance.

 

[so-e]

Thank for the recommendation.
I can't believe how slowed down my brain was during those 2 weeks. Do you think If I never smoked I my cognitnat abilities would be less than they are now? Or receiving nicotine is an enhancer?

 

[slianfoxob]

it's my opinion, and only an opinion, that nicotine consistently sets the bar higher for our brain. it's moved to work faster and harder with the help of nicotine. so, when the nic is gone, there is a void. i've read about many "quitters" suffer simliar symptoms of difficulty concentrating, mild memory loss, and even decrease in motor skill function. I've only known one person personally whose suffered one of those symptoms but it's been nearly three years since he quit and he still has difficultly staying focused and constantly feels lethargic. That's just one person and many read stories. I'm sure there's a few "quitters" on here that could put there two cents in as well.

 

[igetcha]

sorry guys, but i totally disagree with your comments on the brain and nicotine.

think about it, non smokers are able to perform tasks, concentrate, be happy, get through stress, calculate etc etc etc. all without the use of nicotine!

the only reason a person who smokes but quits finds it hard to perform tasks etc is because the body is craving nicotine. this leaves you in a agitated state which in turn effects performance and thought. the ex smoker then has a cigarette, relieves his body of the craving and then feels more relaxed and confident in performing a task.

nicotine is NOT a brain tonic! it is quite simply the most addictive substance known to man.

i would bet that even a ...... addict says they can perform tasks better after they have had a fix.

i would highly recommend reading a book called "easy way to stop smoking" by alan carr. his psychcology on smoking is a real eye opener!

 

[slianfoxob]

hi igetcha

sorry. i guess i just didn't word my thoughts correctly. i didn't mean to suggest that smoking makes us better than non-smokers. i wasn't trying to imply that it was some miracle concentration drug. rather, i was trying to make the same point you did.

because we've used the stuff our bodies get used to it. and because it is a stimulant it increases our brain activity. and yes, when we stop our brain craves the nic, needs it to work at the capacity it once was. so in effect, our brains slow back down to a normal level.

i'll also agree that a heroine addict will tell you they function better on the junk. our bodies are very quick to adapt to new substances, but take them away - that's a different story.

sorry to cause any confusion.

 

[igetcha]

no worries mate, thats what the forum is for! to share views, advise and learn!

 

[drtongue96]

the nicostyle "mismo" is just an electronic cigarette, nothing more. it's not invented by japanese, but the chinese, the thing we're all talking about here.

 

[Rockbassray]

I just got the Njoy Npro. I have been smoking for about 18 years and tried to quit many times. Today is day two and i have not had the urge to go out and buy a pack of smokes yet like i have before when i tried to quit. I am still trying to understand when i can really tell when the cartridge is out of juice.. cause sometime it seems empty but then i wait an hour and it vaps right up.. But overall i am very happy about this and truly hope the Ecig will get HUGE.. this is probally one of the best inventions in a longgg time.

 

[ZStyle81]

I just wanted to say that I love Chris Ray too now.

 

[SpartanWarrior]

And i happen to love the Lady in the pink shirt Panagia mou

 

[Rockbassray]

HAHA yes my soon to be wife made that shirt and man everyone loves it.. LOL or atleast they do.. or just what is under it.. lol

 

[ZStyle81]

lol I'm sorry man didn't know it was your girl lol..no disrespect intended but congrats on the engagement. I read your other post on opening up some kind of shop too, good luck with that and keep us posted I'm close to Schaumburg!

 

[Rockbassray]

ahh no worries man.. You are the 3rd person i know in the Chicagoland area.. myself and my brother are the only ones we know of that have or use E-cigs. you know of any places around here that let you use them indoors? or stores etc...?

 

[ZStyle81]

Well I just got mine a few days ago (LOVE IT) I haven't really tried it anywhere indoors other than work. This is going to be my first weekend with it and I'm planning on hitting up some bars with it and see what happens! lol, I'll let you know how that goes.