Hello i am new ...

[Chookychuck]

Never vaped before but i have been researching all week hope to order something today. i am leaning toward something very cheap that looks like an analog and some thing more long lasting and better. i like the mental aspect of the cig look a likes but i suspect they are all cheap so why spend a lot is my thought. As for long range i am not sure .. maybe an evo type unit. ... if u know any good vendors who ship close to Georgia i would appreciate it.

Thank u for a great forum

chuck

 

[Bullette the Cowdog]

Hi. Welcome to ECF
Great decision Chuck
The most popular cig Lookalike here at ECF is the Volt from Smokeless Image. Check it out
Keep us informed of your progress.

 

[Chookychuck]

ok i will check it out ... thank you.

 

[twisted1000a1]

Welcome Chuck

 

[Bullette the Cowdog]

ok i will check it out ... thank you.

Look at the different battery types for the Volt. You don't want to spend all your time charging batteries. Consider the ones that last longer.

 

[PapawBrett]

Can only speak from my own experience, and that ain't much. After 40 years of 2 packs a day, I had to get off the tobacco. A freind of mine sold me his old eGo kit; 2 batteries, shield, drip tip, maybe 6 atomizers, USB charger & 120v adaptor, plus gave me three bottles of e-juice for $50. If he got his money back is debatable, but he gave me an easy to use and reliable way to finally get off the 'bacco. I don't even know if you can get a standard eGo kit anymore, they may have 'moved up' to Variable Voltage' and other 'Improvments'. I know I'm ordering parts from China. Now i've got an REO mini and love it, but I still occasionally drip and vape my eGo just 'cause it's so easy to use. My advise; get the most basic drip-feed you can find, spare batteries and atomizers, and start looking for e-juices you think you'll enjoy. Good Luck !

 

[Mroutlaw]

Never vaped before but i have been researching all week hope to order something today. i am leaning toward something very cheap that looks like an analog and some thing more long lasting and better. i like the mental aspect of the cig look a likes but i suspect they are all cheap so why spend a lot is my thought. As for long range i am not sure .. maybe an evo type unit. ... if u know any good vendors who ship close to Georgia i would appreciate it.

Thank u for a great forum

chuck

The most recommended look-a-like on here is the smokeless image volt. The mini has 2 battery sizes, 65mm and 78mm. The 65 lasts 2-3hours of chain vaping and the 78mm lasts 3-4hours. I suggest spending the $1 more for the 78mm.

SI cartos last a long time, can be refilled several times and dot burn as easily as other cartos do. They have a customer service that is second to none. The prices are also very reasonable. I highly suggest at least a 2 battery kit. They start at $45 with smokeless image and there is a 15% off coupon to bring it to $38.

They also have larger kgo style batteries so when you are ready for something bigger, you can step up to a larger battery and still use you small ones and all your juice delivery systems. Here is a video on the smokeless image volt and x2. It also talks about what you need to be successful no matter what company you use.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELM4QhceR7o


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[Vapoor eyes er]

If you want a cig sized PV the Volt is the best out there but realize battery life will not be that great. There's also a 15% discount coupon and after you receive your Volt post a pic in the ECF Smokeless Image and receive a free battery, Cartomizers or juice. For about $50.00 you could purchase a Kgo- 3.7 volts and long battery life and about the size of a sharpie. Or you could buy the variable volt Twist- a complete starter kit would be about 60.00?

Edit: The Twist comes in 650 and 1000 mah. The Kgo comes in 650 and 1100 mah. 100 mah =1 hr normal Vaping before recharge is needed.

 

[Chookychuck]

Wow thank u for the good advice ........ i saw a 35% coupon but it did not work AMPIN ... is a charging case worth it ...

i picked this out:

Volt - USB 3.6v Passthrough Battery
Edit $14.95


2x Blank - No Liquid - Cartomizers (5pk) $8.95

Volt - Pro Starter Kit
Volt Starter Kit
1 x Pro Starter Kit $0.00
Volt Battery #1 Color:
1 x Sealed Auto White Battery 65mm - Blue LED $0.00
Volt Battery #2 Color:
1 x Manual Silver Battery 78mm - Blue LED $1.00
Volt 5pk Cartridges - Flavor Selection:
1 x RY4 - XHigh (2.4%) $0.00
Volt Charginc Case (Mega or volt case)
1 x Mega Charging Case (v2) - Blue Lid $0.00
Edit $65.95
16 Volt Points
$65.95
Remove item

Thank YOU ... still have not ordered readin still lol

 

[Vapoor eyes er]

On my IPhone but here's the link for 15% off
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/coupons/smokeless-image-discount-code-15-off-purchase/
Good Luck.

 

[Chookychuck]

............ the video is really good ... i am changing my order with his ur advice ... but i think i got the mini figured out ... again thank u

 

[Chookychuck]

Thank you everyone, if u read my post before i am new to vapin, i smoke less now 1 ppd, but used to smoke easy 1.5 but i quit couple times on the patch and that at least slowed me down and got me aware of the physiology of smoking ....

Anyway, i ordered my stuff yesterday from Volt ..... gives me something portable which i wanted. Also with the other stuff more permanent vapeware with the X2, a refill method, Clearomizer and CE3-Clearomizer.... I feel like its not too much spent, about 2.5 cartons here in Georgia & enough fluid for 1 to 3 weeks. (my guess is ill 3ml a day but who knows could be 2, could be 8) LOL its all guesses when u start anyway. Very pleased and i hope it all works !!!!!! i kinda ties me into 808 threading & cartomizers not atomizers, but at this point i think i am set with 3 smallers bats, 1 bigger bat and about 40ml fluid. I think it can all be used. Probably get more later, but i think this can last 10days at least, at that point i will know what i do and dont like. I would like to DIY someday, i am good at figuring stuff out & pretty careful, but i am not sure what flavors i am gonna end up liking so i dont see much point spending more. Two thing about me, (1) i love new gadgets and (2) i spent too much in my life on gadgets so i am trying to find a balance lol.

-Volt - Pro Starter Kit, 78mm auto bat, 78mm man bat, Ry4, mega case 67$
-Smooth Sampler - Cartomizers (5pk), Xhigh $9
-Ice Menthol - 30ML Bottle, Xhigh $14
-Volt CE3 Cartomizer - Bottom Coil - syringe refilling stuff 10$
-Volt X2 Battery Passthrough - 900amp Man (i figured later i can get another bigger one if needed) $25
-Volt X2 Battery Passthrough Cone 2$
-VOLT X2 Clearomizers $7 - i could get more later if i like

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TOTAL with 15% off is $114 (not bad if i can get an extra battery later with pic)

Thank you everyone for the inputs ... now i just cant wait to check it out ...

 

[Motoman101]

Hi. Welcome to ECF. Happy vapong

 

[DrNick0143]

Thank you everyone, if u read my post before i am new to vapin, i smoke less now 1 ppd, but used to smoke easy 1.5 but i quit couple times on the patch and that at least slowed me down and got me aware of the physiology of smoking ....

Anyway, i ordered my stuff yesterday from Volt ..... gives me something portable which i wanted. Also with the other stuff more permanent vapeware with the X2, a refill method, Clearomizer and CE3-Clearomizer.... I feel like its not too much spent, about 2.5 cartons here in Georgia & enough fluid for 1 to 3 weeks. (my guess is ill 3ml a day but who knows could be 2, could be 8) LOL its all guesses when u start anyway. Very pleased and i hope it all works !!!!!! i kinda ties me into 808 threading & cartomizers not atomizers, but at this point i think i am set with 3 smallers bats, 1 bigger bat and about 40ml fluid. I think it can all be used. Probably get more later, but i think this can last 10days at least, at that point i will know what i do and dont like. I would like to DIY someday, i am good at figuring stuff out & pretty careful, but i am not sure what flavors i am gonna end up liking so i dont see much point spending more. Two thing about me, (1) i love new gadgets and (2) i spent too much in my life on gadgets so i am trying to find a balance lol.

-Volt - Pro Starter Kit, 78mm auto bat, 78mm man bat, Ry4, mega case 67$
-Smooth Sampler - Cartomizers (5pk), Xhigh $9
-Ice Menthol - 30ML Bottle, Xhigh $14
-Volt CE3 Cartomizer - Bottom Coil - syringe refilling stuff 10$
-Volt X2 Battery Passthrough - 900amp Man (i figured later i can get another bigger one if needed) $25
-Volt X2 Battery Passthrough Cone 2$
-VOLT X2 Clearomizers $7 - i could get more later if i like

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TOTAL with 15% off is $114 (not bad if i can get an extra battery later with pic)

Thank you everyone for the inputs ... now i just cant wait to check it out ...

Good luck, Chooky! I'm glad to see that new vapers have the years of wisdom from the ECF to rely on when starting up. When most of us old timers started, the cheap mall kiosk styles ruled the land and we tinkered with batteries and atomizers constantly to keep thinks working. The Volt reminds me of the old pen-style automatic battery units I started on, but if it works to get you off of analogs then it will be the best money you've ever spent. I highly recommend the basic Ego units, then most of us look at upgrading to variable voltage and/or liquid feed systems. Keep us posted on your experiences!

 

[Ralikar]

opps, I guess I was too late...

Well, the reality is Bloog is far better than Volt. They have 3 808d batteries to choose from. And their carto blanks are the best out there and I've tried Volts as well. Volt cartos (do an ECF search) have problems with cheap padding. So if you re-order you may want to check out Bloog--I loved their long 808d bat for home use.

Volt gets the play cause people have only used them and passed it on, or thier reps constantly scan these boards to drum up business by saying how great they are. When the same guy posts "Volt is the most mentioned 808d here" 300x it's because he's posting it 300x.

 

[kia2]

opps, I guess I was too late...

Well, the reality is Bloog is far better than Volt. They have 3 808d batteries to choose from. And their carto blanks are the best out there and I've tried Volts as well. Volt cartos (do an ECF search) have problems with cheap padding. So if you re-order you may want to check out Bloog--I loved their long 808d bat for home use.

Volt gets the play cause people have only used them and passed it on, or thier reps constantly scan these boards to drum up business by saying how great they are. When the same guy posts "Volt is the most mentioned 808d here" 300x it's because he's posting it 300x.

You really have to instigate? Does it really matter to you to have to stir the pot, or wouldn't you rather just give another opinion and let someone choose after looking at all the options? When people ask about the eGo's, I let those who use them talk about them. But if someone asks for a recommendation, I give them my recommendation. I'm not going to go out and diss you or your battery choice. I recommend what worked - and is still working - for me.

Bloog = Volt. (except Bloog is still showing non sealed autos on their site)

Volt <$ Bloog.

Volt has the 65mm, 78mm, regular (cigarette style) passthrough, and X2 passthrough batteries to choose from, manual and automatic. Bloog's site currently showing 65mm, 78mm, 105mm and regular passthrough cigarette stye batteries.



Volt = my 5th 808 brand battery. Volt was recommended to me, I went and checked it out for myself.

Volt = the best in my opinion for those looking for starter batteries and/or a cigarette look alike.

I am not an affiliate of Volt or Smokeless Image or any other electronic cigarette manufacturer or supplier.

I recommend a product that worked for me. I make it known it is my preference and my opinion. Yes, I am currently brand loyal.

I still use the Volt and its line of batteries. I prefer their accessories, too, though many can be had at other sites as well.

Here are the links to Bloog and Smokeless Image Volt (both 808 style batteries):

http://bloogplanet.com/starter-kits.html

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Done with this.

 

[ShogaNinja]

I'm not a fan of the volt because it's pretty expensive to vape, it dies frequently, and getting all the accessories will put you in a price range of superior performing devices. Here's a blog that I wrote called the Vaper's Handbook that contains all my suggestions as to what to get, and why I think that.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/blogs/shoganinja/2998-vapers-handbook.html

 

[Chookychuck]

I'm not a fan of the volt because it's pretty expensive to vape, it dies frequently, and getting all the accessories will put you in a price range of superior performing devices. Here's a blog that I wrote called the Vaper's Handbook that contains all my suggestions as to what to get, and why I think that.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/blogs/shoganinja/2998-vapers-handbook.html

I am very happy with my Volt & the company it has been super helpful, i got 2 78mm bats & an X2.

i have been vapin about 4 mils a day for 5 days. I disagree about the VOLTS prices, theres a 15% coupon and u earn points every purchase..... i saw ego system quoted someone with the same number of batterys and tanks and it was more. When i asked for what to get i specifically said i wanted BOTH some batterys that where the size of a cigarette and some thing more permanant ... i got that now with my X2 battary, a manual 78mm and auto 78mm ... i am getting a 78mm manual free too for just posting my pics ... i am more worried about spares & convience than battary life at the moment because all my battery's are lasting a very long time... (my X2 went 2 days which i use most, before i decided to recharge it) my 2 78's are going all day too, but i switch between all 3. I got about 8 juices i like some from Volt, some from others.

Not Knockin others choices, if ur happy ur more likely to quit. Just for me, i could not be happier with my Volt, both with the quality of product, support and great value for my money.

 

[Bullette the Cowdog]

Congrats Chooky
Thanks for the update
Vape on friend

 

[John D in CT]

I love the Volt. I love the cool PCC available for it (charging case). I have never owned one, and I want one very badly.

I love my VMax. It's quirky, generally unreliable, and awesome.

I love the ProVari V2. It's arguably the best power source on the planet; beautiful, ultra-reliable, great-performing, solid as a rock, American-made.

I like kGo and eGo constant-voltage batteries for what they are. Solid, dependable, well-performing constant voltage batteries.

There are many different shapes and sizes of power sources (I like the term "power source" as opposed to the [absurd IMO]
"(P)ersonal (V)aporizer and "(A)dvanced (P)ersonal (V)aporizer"), and they fill many different niches. The Volt and Bloog seem to be the two best ciggie-look-alikes, but as such, they are limited in their capabilities - particularly, battery life and lack of variable voltage. The kGo, Joyetech and other eGo and Riva are among the best eGo-class constant voltage power sources, but as such, they are limited in their capabilities - particularly, lack of variable voltage.

There are many, many variable voltage power sources out there; the Provari V2, the Buzz Pro 2, some of the Reo bottom feeders, the Lavatube and all its incarnations like the Apollo SS VTube (great device IMO), the somewhat unproven but awesome Smoktech VMax (I have four of the originals), and that other 'animal", the variable-wattage Darwin.

There is also the relatively new, quite inexpensive, very reliable, and great-performing Joyetech eGo-C Twist; variable between 3.2 and 4.8 volts for an optimum vape on a fairly wide range of coil resistances and juices, easy to use, and only about $22 for a 650mah (milliamp hour, meaning it will put out .65 amps for one hour straight).

Given what the typical smoker has been spending per year on cigarettes, and given the very high stakes involved regarding failure to stop smoking, I agree with the many reviewers who think that the Twist is a valuable part of anyone's "arsenal", regardless of experience level or amount of equipment already amassed. It is what I'm vaping on right now, as my VMax's sit and pout.

Please watch these videos, and tell me what you think.

THE EGO TWIST IS A GAME CHANGER - YouTube Grimm Green Twist Game changer

A PBusardo Review - eGo Twist - OvaleUSA - YouTube Phil Busardo Twist review

Here is a thread that explains why the Joyetech eGo-C Twist is indeed IMO a "game-changer":

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...sion/302432-why-ego-c-twist-game-changer.html

Here are more YouTube reviews of the Twist - all very positive:

Joyetech Ego-C Twist Torture Review - YouTube

New Ego-C Twist VV Review - Ego Variable Voltage - YouTube

Review of the Ego-C Twist - YouTube

eGo-C Twist Review - YouTube

The Joy eGo-C Twist VV at GoodProphets Review.mp4 - YouTube

VaporChase Review - Joyetech eGo-C Twist from Vaporus - YouTube

And lastly, PLEASE read this thread from last night where I give some very specific recommendations:

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/new-members-forum/321209-brand-new-here-many-questions.html

Short version:

(3) Joyetch eGo-C Twists, 650mah (bare minimum of two plus a spare)
(2) Joyetech chargers (backup, backup, backup)
(1-5) Vivi Nova 3.5ml Version 2.5 tank/atomizers (they come with three atomizers of varying resistances)

Juice. Lots and lots of juice. 12-18mg, 80/20 PG/VG is a good starting point.

Feel free to ask me any questions, including "What is your cell phone number?". I will mentor you for free if you'd like. This is not rocket surgery.