Lost the long post I had typed. Will try again. I'm almost afraid to post here.

[malyden]

I will also say you made a very good choice the ego is a very popular brand and the battery life is very good. I'm sure you will do fine. Also remember that as well as having many helpers here at ECF you also have the vendor that you purchased from. Most vendors are more than happy to help with any questions or issues you may have. So look on the bright side you have lots of people behind you more than willing to help!
It will take you a little while to get use to but you will be able to do it and in no time at all will be a pro!
Remember always ask if you have a questions no matter how silly you may think it is - there is never a silly question just sometimes silly answers!
Best of luck in this new journey!

 

[Stosh]

...... While reading on this site all day today, people mentioned not wanting to be out in public with the e-cig I purchased because it didn't "look" like a real cig (sorry) and people might thinkk they were smoking a crack pipe or something. (Don't laugh - I've never seen one!) .......

Don't worry about the looks, the ego is about the size of a sharpie pen. Personally I vape much bigger and stranger shaped e-cigarettes (PVs) and I'm old enough that I don't care what anybody thinks.
Tell 'em it's your personal vaporizer for taking your life saving medicinal drugs.

 

[TomCatt]

Basic e-cig use:
1 - it won't taste like smoking a cigarette. 'Cigarette' flavored nicotine liquid taste like tobacco smells.

2 - Take long slow drags off of the e-cig, into your mouth, then inhale into your lungs. Taking a quick puff off an e-cig like you do a cigarette will not work very well. Don't limit yourself to 'so many drags' from your e-cig; you don't get as much nicotine per drag from an e-cig as you do from a cigarette. Plus you don't have to worry about your e-cig burning / going out .

3 - When the vapor ("smoke") starts to decrease per drag or the flavor starts to go away; it's time to refill the cartridge / cartomizer with nicotine liquid.

4 - I believe the light on the ego will flash when you press the button when the battery needs recharged. So if you take a drag off the ego and don't get any vapor and the light is flashing, time to recharge .



e-cigs come in two basic options:
1 - battery / atomizer (atty) / cartridge (cart) [three piece e-cig]
2 - battery / cartomizer (carto) [two piece e-cig]

Batteries, although they are offered in many different sizes and shapes, come in either automatic or manual. Automatic e-cig batteries contain a tiny switch inside them that turns on when suction is applied (taking a 'drag'). Manual batteries have a button that you push to turn them on.

The atomizer has a small wire in it wrapped around a high temperature wick. When the atomizer is attached to the battery and the battery is turned on, this wire heats up and vaporizes the nicotine liquid that has been absorbed by the wick.

The cartridge (cart) contains a spongy material that holds the nicotine liquid.

A cartomizer (carto) is a cartridge that has a built in atomizer.

The nicotine liquid (e-liquid, juice, e-juice) comes in different concentrations of nicotine. Typically for someone who has smoked full flavor cigarettes, 24 mg (24 mg/mL) nicotine liquid is a good starting point. Vendors offer 6, 12, 16/18, 24, and 36 mg nicotine liquids.

The ego is a good starting e-cig (many long time users of e-cigs use egos). The ego is larger than a cigarette (about the size of a cigar); but will also last much longer before needing recharged than the smaller, cigarette-size e-cigs.

All cartridges and most cartomizers can be refilled with nicotine liquid. There are many YouTube videos showing how this is done.

The atomizers and cartomizers come in different resistances. This is just a way of saying how 'powerful' the atomizer/cartomizer is. The average atomizer/cartomizer is in the range of 2.5 - 3 ohms. The lower the ohm number the more 'powerful' the atomizer/cartomizer will be on the same battery.
This isn't something that you really need to concern yourself with when starting out.
Get the basics down first, then you can work on 'tweaking' your e-cig(s) to improve your experience.

Dang, I'm long winded too

Hope this helps, at least some; and doesn't add to the confusion.

Hang in there and when you get your e-cig, and have any specific questions, ask them, that's what we're here for.

 

[yagottawanna]

One thing that jumped out at me on your post was "Did I waste my money - trying to enter a world that I don't belong in?" My response to this is that this, in my humble opinion, is exactly the world you belong in. You have everything in common with us and you will be welcomed with open arms.

Regards
Jim

Okay - this has me flat out bawling now. I don't know why I'm so gosh darn emotional today - maybe because I woke up thinking about my late husband today and realized that today was the day that I had to do something, because he would never want to see me suffer the way I watched him suffer.

Thank you so very, very much for saying that - even though it did make me cry.

All of you have been great! Already I think when my kit arrives I will have to go ahead and order pre-filled cartridges until I know what I'm up against - as someone was so kind as to point out. Now I'm kind of anxious for Friday to get here!

For now I have to run though. A pretty bad thunderstorm has just arrived right over my head and I need to shut down my computer. I will be back later tonight - or tomorrow.

Thanks to all - and have a great night!!!!!

 

[Iffy]

yagottawanna,

Your story is heart rendering. So many of us have shared at least a part of your story.

You made a wise choice with the eGo. It was my first and still favorite PV.

If you need ANY assistance beyond that you get from the ECF, please PM me! I'll be more than glad to help.

 

[LPacker79]

This is such a great forum, with kind and compassionate people. You landed exactly where you needed to be! I only joined today but have been lurking for over two weeks now just trying to figure things out.

I've heard nothing but good things regarding the eGo, go you!

COPD is a horrible horrible disease. My late uncle had it, and watching him struggle to breathe was heartbreaking. It didn't really hit home that it could happen to be until a few weeks ago when I realized I hadn't had an easy breath in quite some time. I'm 32 and it scared the dickens out of me!

One of the very first threads I read when I landed here was lolady's intro thread. I think you would enjoy it (beware - it's long). I think the two of you might just have some things in common. http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/new-members-forum/186222-confused-old-lady-50-yrs-marlboro-reds-grateful-any-help-advice-recommendations.html

 

[b4cz28]

PM me your adress and I will send you a lot flavs of juice for free 24mg, 12mg and 6mg). I have to mail a pac at the post office anyways so its no big deal to send out one more. I need to get rid of them anyways.

 

[Pamdane]

Yagottawanna, Please reply to 2 more messages so we can send you private messages.
Personally, I think you may want to look into "cartomizers" AKA cartos. These are not the same as Cartridges(carts). Your kit will come with EITHER atomizers(attys) and carts or with cartomizers. You will need Juice, its the liquid that goes inside the carts and cartos and makes "smoke". When the prefilled ones you get with your kit run out(you'll know by the taste), you can add your juice instead of putting on another unit. Adding juice is easy. There are youtube videos on it. If you are a baker,or even if your not, you may enjoy making your own juice from recipes you can look up on this forum. Its easier and cheaper than buying the prefilled units or buying juice.
I did not buy my first e-cig with the intention of stopping smoking- I smoked 4-6 CIGARS a day. But 3 days after I got a one, it just happened that I realized I hadnt had a cigar for 2 days. It stunned me. Now I enjoy vaping all the delicious flavors I can buy and make. I dont have to stick with the yucky tobacco flavors I got in the starter kit. Dont expect to like many of the flavors you buy. Your taste buds will be reviving after the burnt tobacco leaves your system, and a lot of juices need to age to be good. Knowing this ahead of time can be quite helpful. With this in mind, maybe post somewhere what flavors others have found that they liked from the day they got them. I love blueberries. Unfortunately, its one that must sit and I didnt know that when I ordered them. So I had nothing I liked. And order small quantities, more is better, when starting, until you find what you like. There is a classifieds section here that can help on this. Many people will sell off their unwanted juice and you can get it for chaper than the on line stores. Another money saver. One word of advice- get an extra battery or two and keep them charged. You WILL eventually have an emergency.

 

[hawkizefan]

PM me your adress and I will send you a lot flavs of juice for free 24mg, 12mg and 6mg). I have to mail a pac at the post office anyways so its no big deal to send out one more. I need to get rid of them anyways.

THIS..right here..on this forum seems to be the rule rather than the exception, and yet that was an exceptional gesture b4cz28. I hope Karma took note of that and repays you tenfold for your generosity and kindness. You and others like you on this forum are why I gravitate here everyday. Thank you and thanks to all the others that have aided me on my vaping journey.

Yagottawanna...I hope the replies you have received so far have been reassuring. You have found a great place with great folks. Nothing is a "dumb" question and lots of people will chime in with good intentioned advice. Your story tugged at my heart as it mirrors my own in quite a few ways.Good luck on your own journey moving forward and never feel hesitant to utilize the vast knowledge the folks here can lend you.

Cliff notes version of my saga. 35+ year smoker..last 20 roll your own..40 to 50 a day. Got an EGO..last analog in 3 or 4 days of receiving it. It does work...if you want it to work. If you have a desire to quit smoking this vaping thing is the way to go. I've since moved on to a mod, not because of being unhappy with the Ego...I just wanted a mod. My mod is jokingly refered to by my co-workers as my "crackpipe"..except when we are traveling through airports, then they call it (in whispers) my pipebomb. Don't let the general public sway you away from doing something that can have such a positive impact on your life and health.

The only drawback that I can see is for your mailman. More parcels to deliver..oh yeah...and that whole mailman stalking thing. Good luck...deep breath...relax. You made a very good choice.

 

[demon72]

Absolutly congratulations!!....ego will be a great kit for you... I got a riva and its pretty much the same. I am two weeks without a cig today and I still have a quarter pack in the truck that has sat there for the last two weeks... I smoked damn near two packs a day and just like that, no more....it dosent even matter I get my nicotene a different way now. A little trick for you to fool yourself with will be to not think of it as quitting, but as of switching.... just like you are switching brands. That way you dont burden yourself with the unconscious stress of quiting. Good luck and I hope the best for you

 

[expat]

Welcome! So glad you found ECF...you will find all the help and advice and encouragement in the world right here. And some fabulous people more than happy to help you along.

You've made a great choice as lots of posts tell you..anything you need to know or want deciphering, just ask, and someone will be happy to help

 

[Skypea]

yagottawanna, You are wonderful and you have found a wonderful forum for support. Once you get your kit, if you get frustrated or have any trouble or questions you can come here and someone will help you. The people here are wonderful. They will answer you, help you, go out of their way and as you read even offering to send you free juice. My ego and this forum have changed my life and my health in just a few short weeks. I wish you the best on your journey. Welcome "home". Hugs

 

[countrygirl1291]

You've gotten some good advice and lots of bedtime reading material, so I won't add any more right now.

I just want to say welcome, you made a good choice with the EGO, and this is the nicest, most helpful bunch of people you'll ever run across. Maybe it's partially because smokers are criticized so much by others, but the members here are very, very supportive. (And they're all over the world, so there's always someone awake to post when you are!)

 

[Uncle]

Now I'm kind of anxious for Friday to get here!

So am I . . . not only are you getting your first "eCig" I'm expecting mine to finally show up by then too (Personally, I choose to get something that looks like a cigarette to begin with for my transition - easier for me) . So, as a "newbie" (or "Noob" both abreviations for new people who have joined the forum), I cannot help you with any more information than you are already getting from those more experienced in this land of "eCcigs" and "Vaping" (i.e., inhalng similar to "smoking).

However, I definately feel for you and for many different reason, but the most important is your feeling of aniety over all of this . . . There are many of us who know what you are going through (making what you think are wrong decissions, confused about what's the right "eCig" for me, etc., etc.) transitioning from smoking "analogs" (i.e., cigerettes) to the "World of Vaping" - and still are, like me.

And on that note let me just reiterate and valadate what others have said already, there is no better place for you to be right now. The people here are not only more than willing to provide you with the information you need, IMHO (i.e., In My Humble Opinion) they are one of the best group of supportive individuals that you could have found (Well, like I said, that's my opinion and I'm sticking with it).

Hopefully, you will also read "lolady" post as was suggested by "JPaker79", as I did when I first came here - after I read her story and all the supportive response she recieved - is why I became a member. I bet you will see that the stories we all share here at ECF have many similarities. (BTW, me I have COPD, Diabettes, Over weight, "OCD," and without a doubt getting much older - LOL . . . The list is much longer but I will leave it at that.) Just know you will have company along the way . . . AND if I ever can provide you with any emotional support along the way - just let me know and we'll walk together through all this "Stuff," especially with everyones help.

And from one "newbie" to another - WELCOME ! ! ! ! !

Oh YEA, BTW, once "lolady" see's your post, I'm sure she is going to offer you your own "Bunk" and "Colorful Animal Pillow" on "Indian Land" too.

 

[Uncle]

PM me your adress and I will send you a lot flavs of juice for free 24mg, 12mg and 6mg). I have to mail a pac at the post office anyways so its no big deal to send out one more. I need to get rid of them anyways.

KUDOS - and so much GOOD KARMA being sent - to YOU ! ! ! ! ! Talk about PIF (i.e., Playing it foward).

 

[zoiDman]

yagottawanna...

First of all Welcome and know that you are among friends. Making the transition to e-Cigarettes can be confusing. And quitting smoking can be hard. But tears are just wasted water. So no more of that.

First, the eGo is a perfect e-cigarette. A nice balance between size and battery life. So you made a Great choice.

As some have mentioned, an e-Cigarette is only as good as the e-Liquid (juice) you put in it. So don’t freak out if you try the e-Liquid that you bought and you don’t like it. You may like it or you may not. If you like it, great. But if you don’t it just means you need to try another e-liquid.

The second thing I would suggest is to try some Filler type Cartomizers. The reason I say this is that they are VERY easy to fill and give a consistent hit. Some will tell you to use this or to use that because they will hit better. But when you are first starting out it might be hard for you to use something like an CE2 Cartomizer. Get the hang of things first and find the e-Liquid then you like then you can try some other things. Keep it simple to start with.

Send me a PM and I’ll mail you some New, Unopened Blank Boge 2.0 Cartomizers to try.

The third thing I’ll mention is that many people prefer non-tobacco flavors over tobacco flavors. I never found a tobacco flavor that tasted like cigarettes. But flavors like Waffles, Irsh Cream, Pineapple, Watermelon taste great.

The last thing I’ll say is feel free to ask ANY question you have. Everyone here on the ECF is more than willing to help.

We all started using e-Cigarettes just like you, somewhat confused and with a bunch of question. So you are not alone.

 

[mlinky]

Yes, ask away and welcome. I was in your spot over 6 months ago when I got on ECF and announced that I had just bought an eGo. Great first pv, kicked a 40 year PAD habit with it. I also recommend getting a 5 pack or 2 of Boge 2ohm cartomizers. It makes using the Ego very simple.

Congrats on your decision to buy a pv and join ECF. Nice people here...you'll fit right in

 

[Boodle]

Bless your heart. You expressed what so many feel in the beginning well. Keep asking questions. I'm so glad you're here You're bring out the best in people. Great thread of messages. Pleasure to read. Thank you for that.

When you write a post you might want to write it in an email then paste it into the forum. When you're new ECF logs you out after a period of time. Everything you typed is lost. That's an easy fix. Hope to see you here soon with an update on your E-go. It's exciting. Cheering for you!

 

[dormouse]

Ego is a good choice. Since cart + atty is an OK way to start vaping but not a great way to keep vaping... I recommend you buy Boge cartomizers (try standard resistance first, then if you want hotter ones that use the battery charge faster, try the LR ones). And I recommend high PG eliquids with Boge cartos. I get the longest good performance with 20% VG or less juices. I also recommend a drip tip for testing juices on the atomizer. And note - new atomizers come with nasty tasting primer on them. The liquid and a drip tip or empty cart can help you get the primer off (blow out the atty into a tissue, drip 3-4 drops of juice into the atty onto the /\ bridge and then wait for it to soak in. Vape that mostly off without inhaling. Blow out again and repeat. Blow out a again and after you prime it with juice again, try inhaling - first into your mouth, then inhale)

 

[Rosa]

When you write a post you might want to write it in an email then paste it into the forum. When you're new ECF logs you out after a period of time. Everything you typed is lost. That's an easy fix. Hope to see you here soon with an update on your E-go. It's exciting. Cheering for you!

When you first log in there's a button or something that you can select that says "remember me" or "keep me logged in" or something like that. Hit that button and you won't lose your post (almost never, anyway).

Welcome to ECF!

This is where I go every day after work to remember that people are good and kind. We are all in the same boat here, and it's a luxury cruiser, . Any questions you have, no matter how big or how small, we are here to support you. You are among friends here, so you can breath that sigh of relief and trust that you are on the right path -- a path that we all have travelled too.

As for the eGo, it's a wonderful device! You made a great choice for a newbie. With the eGo device, all doors are open to you. There are probably a dozen different ways you can use those batteries, so if your first attempt is less than ideal just drop us a note and we will have plenty of suggestions. YOU WILL get there.

In a short while you will be preaching to every smoker that you know (and some you don't) about the new life that you've found with e-cigs.

Don't worry about a thing, you are on your way!

Good luck!!!