Looking for some basic advice...

[jrusso9]

Completely new to this and have only tried a few random hits off of some friends E-cigs, some of which I liked and others not at all. I was wondering if there is a specific setup (specific battery, cartomizer, atomizer... etc) that provides a more substantial vapor hit, that you can really feel, rather that such an airy intake feel. Again, completely ignorant on the subject so I don't even know if what I am asking is reasonably answerable, or if Im even using the proper terminology.

Thanks for any help!

 

[VaperEd]

Welcome to ECF jrusso9
My suggestion is to take some time and read as much as you can on the subject of vaping. ECF is a great place to learn all you need to know and the people here are more than happy to answer questions. Good luck.

 

[spaceballsrules]

2 things play into this...voltage, which is dictated by the battery, and resistance, which is dictated by the atomizer or cartomizer.
Higher voltage = warmer vape
Lower resistance = warmer vape

It's all about Ohm's Law.

 

[hairball]

Simple setup with a nice medium road draw is....

KGO kit from Hoosier E Cig Supply
Drip tip
Box or 2 of Boge 2ohm cartomizers or a Smoketek 1.7ohm cartomizers (resurrectors)...www.crystalclearvaping.com...he sells drip tips also

 

[RocketRod]

Welcome to the ECF. You are doing the best thing you can do by asking questions. Everyone starts the same way, by investigating them. This one thread should get you started. Best E-Cigarette for a New User We are glad you are here!

 

[ctourtelot]

Welcome to the forum.

Before being able to suggest a setup, it would be helpful to get a few details.

How much do you smoke and what do you smoke?

Is the look of the ecig or the performance more important to you?

Are you on the go often or are you usually close to home/office?

Ecigs are definitely not a "one size fits all" device. What works for one person may be completely inadequate for another so getting some idea of your smoking habits will help.

 

[ShogaNinja]

Completely new to this and have only tried a few random hits off of some friends E-cigs, some of which I liked and others not at all. I was wondering if there is a specific setup (specific battery, cartomizer, atomizer... etc) that provides a more substantial vapor hit, that you can really feel, rather that such an airy intake feel. Again, completely ignorant on the subject so I don't even know if what I am asking is reasonably answerable, or if Im even using the proper terminology.

Thanks for any help!

Save yourself the hassle. Read my blog and this companion post I am about to link and then do that. Hit the easy button and skip the months of research I did to put this together. I quit the second I got my KGO - it hits like a truck and I never looked back. I couldn't be more satisfied for a starter kit:

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/blogs/shoganinja/2525-finally-easy-button-quit-smoking-start-vaping.html

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/new-members-forum/273589-quick-starter-guide-i-put-together-friends.html#post5444243

 

[RickMc]

I'm really new at this, so on the one hand, I know a lot less than nearly everyone here. On the other hand, I am a tick ahead of uttlerly baffled, so I can identify. I'd suggest that you:

1) Start with the Best E-Cigarette for a New User link above
2) Figure a 510 or 808 starter kit is going to be your best starting point
3) Google "e-cigerettes" and pay a lot of attention to what gets great reviews on a lot of sites. Remember that a lot of companies are using fake users to "review" their products. Read a LOT on a LOT of sites.

PM if you want to know what worked for me. I'm a former pack and a half a day smoker (until a week ago), know bupkus about all the ins and outs of this, and only can tell you what worked (like a charm, for whatever it's worth) for me.

I'll bet everyone would/will tell you (and I agree)...don't give up! If at first you don't succeed....stick with it and you will find analog (real cigarettes) - free happiness!

 

[elfstone]

3) Google "e-cigerettes" and pay a lot of attention to what gets great reviews on a lot of sites.

Waste of time. Google is way too polluted by savvy SEOs of crap peddlers.

 

[Cory Fisher]

Here's a few things to answer your questions..

The higher the nicotine, the better throat hit you get. 16mg is now my sweet spot.

In juices, there is PG and VG. PG Keeps the flavor more, and the VG gives more vapor. It of course differs a little with the quality of the ingredients different vendors use it seems. No two PV's are alike, and same with the juice.

I started with a 510-T kit Joyetech, battery life wasn't bad and I loved it. I owe it everything. Now I have an eGo and started dripping, and just started building higher voltage mods along with experimenting different types of atomizers and stuff. 510 looks more like a cigarette(size), the eGo is much larger and to me seems to give the best vaping experience, on top of incredible battery life. Especially with a passthrough, my single eGo hasn't died once and i've never had to stop using it due to it dying. Many parts can be interchangeable, like an eGo using a 510 atomizer or 306 LR.

Anyways, welcome to ECF!!

 

[TommyG]

Waste of time. Google is way too polluted by savvy SEOs of crap peddlers.

Thank you, god the google search idea is a trap I tell you!

Solid advice already given with the links for new members and such, Kgo is a solid sugestion, and it's always useful to know exactly what you want in a PV...Is size/looks an issue, battery life, I don't care what/how much you smoked because you'll really just have to check out nic levels and flavors (IE the fun part) on your own to a certain extent.

Welcome to the forums.

 

[ShogaNinja]

well that's why I came to save the day with my blog and companion post links, friend elfstone.

 

[Stoggy24]

I went with the kgo also i love it

 

[elfstone]

In a couple of days, I might be changing my tune. I'll always stick with this: KGO is a solid, solid vape. But I have feeling that in a couple of days, I'll be on a different cloud of vapor altogether

What's wonderful about vaping so far - there's always something better, far better. Right now, for me it's the HH 357. I am a carto user for most part, and my experience with several atties was ... meh. Now I can say: I never knew juice can taste so good!

 

[ShogaNinja]

Things that make you go HMMMMM

 

[VapingRulz]

You asked for some basic advice, so here it is. Most people nowadays start with either the 808 or some variation of the EGO.

Vapor4Life has a good selection of 808's - always check to see if there's a sale going on, which is frequently. Stick with the manual versions. The Volt from Smokeless Image is another widely-recommended 808.

If you want a larger ecig with a bigger battery, the Sharpie-sized KGO is a good bet. I got mine at Hoosier and I've had no problems. The Riva from Liberty Flights is also very good. In fact, it's my favorite of the three I've suggested, but all are good.

Juice is more problematic. If you are a heavy smoker start with 24mg or higher, but get some 18mg just in case. I would suggest that you buy sample packs from several of the ECF forum suppliers. Don't buy a large quantity of anything in the beginning. You just don't know what you'll end up hating or loving.

 

[ShogaNinja]

You asked for some basic advice, so here it is. Most people nowadays start with either the 808 or some variation of the EGO.

Vapor4Life has a good selection of 808's - always check to see if there's a sale going on, which is frequently. Stick with the manual versions. The Volt from Smokeless Image is another widely-recommended 808.

If you want a larger ecig with a bigger battery, the Sharpie-sized KGO is a good bet. I got mine at Hoosier and I've had no problems. The Riva from Liberty Flights is also very good. In fact, it's my favorite of the three I've suggested, but all are good.

Juice is more problematic. If you are a heavy smoker start with 24mg or higher, but get some 18mg just in case. I would suggest that you buy sample packs from several of the ECF forum suppliers. Don't buy a large quantity of anything in the beginning. You just don't know what you'll end up hating or loving.

I'm sorry I just can't recommend a cigarette sized model. The vapor and the battery life are most inferior to an EGO style like the KGO. Get over vanity and do what you have to to do, is what I say. Smoking is uglier. About the juices: I say kudos. Get at least a 24mg and then get an 18 mg for when the heavier stuff is too much. 18mg is a mellow vape which you may desire at times. One does not always need a wicked throat hit. As far as Libertyflights goes, that is a European company (probably in the U.K.) and shipping times from there to the USA are inferior. I can only recommend that one go local when it comes to that. You don't want to wait a week+ to get your stuff. Especially with what is at stake (smoking analogs while you wait). If you are from Europe then I would totally confer with your recommendation of Libertyflights.

 

[jtpjc]

Welcome to the digital asylum that is called ECF. Here, mister Ohm, mister Volt and mister mAh are your new bestest friends.

 

[nansc]

Welcome to ECF and good luck on your search.

 

[patthib]

Also keep in mind that the way you draw will affect everything. Taking slow, long draws will give the atty time to cook the juice into yummy vapor, which can help reduce the airy feeling. It takes a little bit of learning to draw differently on a pv than on an analog.

Start with whatever battery type appeals to you! If you are one of those people (like me) who demands something that looks and feels like a cigarette to successfully make the switch, then take that route and stick with a kr808 or 510 set up. If you want a more descrete pen style, then chose that. Once you figure everything out, find your perfect flavor and nic strength you will become a full force vaper! At that point you will be able to decide what you really want for a pv.

Hope that helps!