My SWITCHBACK Thoughts

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The SWITCHBACK, from VaporBeast.com is such a unique PV, I just had to write a review, based on my opinions. This PV is nothing like I've ever seen and it is so universal, I really wanted to share my thoughts with you all. You can store your ejuice, easily switch between two flavors and even stealth vape with the SWITCHBACK. With that being said, I'm going to tell you my thoughts from when I first opened the box to my experiences with the SWITCHBACK.


When I opened the package, the SWITCHBACK was wrapped in a plastic bag sleeve, sitting in a foam compartment with a velvet feel to it. It's a very secure fit so there are no worries of the SWITCHBACK bouncing around in the box. When I pulled out the foam compartment, there were two boxes underneath. One box has the USB wire charger and the other box has "10" pre-filled Boge cartomizers.

The cartomizers have a number of flavors which include two each of USA Mix (24mg), RY4 (24mg), Waffle (18mg), Strawberry (11mg) & Coffee (18mg). One of each flavor is pre-filled in the Black Boge cartomizers and one of each flavor is pre-filled in the Clear Boge cartomizers. Other then the Strawberry (which I thought was very good), I can't really give a fair opinion on the other flavors because they are not flavors I would vape.

The SWITCHBACK it self is a very solid and well made device. It is crafted of aluminum. Not too heavy in my opinion. It has two, yes two, 510 connectors, one at each end. It comes with two caps. One large cap which is great for storing a 5ml bottle of your favorite ejuice. The other cap is small, perfect for stealth vaping.

I love the fact that it has two, 510 connectors. I placed a carto on one end and my 3ml tank with the Ming Style Drip Tip, which VaporBeast.com also sells, on the other. I tried the large cap on both ends, Drip Tips included, and it fit perfect. I love being able to carry what I need right in my PV. If I run out of ejuice in my tank, I can remove the cap, flip the switch, and use my carto.

The finish on my SWITCHBACK is flawless. I received the Blue one and it is beautiful. It's more of a metallic Blue and hardly shows any fingerprints. I really like the button on the SWITCHBACK. It's very clicky and feels solid. The slider switch feels solid to me as well. The slider switch is used to control which 510 connector you are using. The switch is made out of plastic but it feels solid, so I don't see it having a problem with breaking.

When turning the SWITCHBACK on, I have to press the button three times and it gives a light show of three colors, red, orange & blue. Three more clicks turns it off, flashing the orange color, two times. It's very responsive and worked every time. The draw on the SWITCHBACK is very smooth and never once did it feel tight or hard to draw. It has nice vapor production, nothing remarkable, but nothing to turn your nose up at either.

The SWITCHBACK contains a 900 mAh battery built in so I'm good for 500-1000 toots before it would need recharging. I'm not a heavy vapor so for me, the SWITCHBACK lasted about two days on a single charge. Others will experience different battery times. I do turn it off when I'm not using it so I'm thinking that will make the battery last longer.

I am very happy with the SWITCHBACK and if I had to change anything with the SWITCHBACK kit, it would be the clear cartos. I'm not a fan of clearomizers and have had nothing but headaches using them. I would much rather use the Boges with the filler. Other than that, there is nothing else I would change.

Please keep in mind, everything in this review is just my opinion. Just like when buying your ejuice, you really need to try it for yourself. The kit sells for $49 and with everything that's included, it's defiantly worth the price. And, if you are a Drip Tip collector like I am, pick yourself up one of their Ming Style Drip Tips. They feel very natural while vaping. I should also note that you have to charge the SWITCHBACK using your computer. If your like me, and don't like using your computer to charge your PV's, then you will need to purchase the USB wall adapter for $4.95 which they sell as well.


If you like having new, unique and fun PV's in your collection, you really can't go wrong with buying the SWITCHBACK from VaporBeast.com. It is a well made PV at an unbelievable price that comes in four different colors. Black, Blue, Red & Silver. See pictures of the Blue SWITCHBACK by clicking the link below.
http://www.vaporbeast.com/SWITCHBACK_Blue_p/sb3.htm
 

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Nice review, I have a blue Switchback with a white Liquinator tank, with blue o-rings! I really like this mod! It's just so interesting and versatile! I find myself using the device in "stealth" mode allot! The ability to change flavors on the go is also really cool! For the price, this mod is my favorite! I would like to see Vaporbeast maybe develop a Switchback with a replaceable 18650 battery to expand on the product line! Other than that, the Switchback is just plain cool! I've had mine since it's introduction, and seem to get more people asking me about this mod than any other device I own!:toast:
 

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Nice review, I have a blue Switchback with a white Liquinator tank, with blue o-rings! I really like this mod! It's just so interesting and versatile! I find myself using the device in "stealth" mode allot! The ability to change flavors on the go is also really cool! For the price, this mod is my favorite! I would like to see Vaporbeast maybe develop a Switchback with a replaceable 18650 battery to expand on the product line! Other than that, the Switchback is just plain cool! I've had mine since it's introduction, and seem to get more people asking me about this mod than any other device I own!:toast:
Thank You :). I think a replaceable 18650 Switchback would be awesome also. To be honest, I'm having so much fun with it, I haven't even used my 18650 mod. Maybe we can convince Tim to make one :)
 

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Thank You :). I think a replaceable 18650 Switchback would be awesome also. To be honest, I'm having so much fun with it, I haven't even used my 18650 mod. Maybe we can convince Tim to make one :)
Yes...I think we should convince Tim! I do like the price point of the Switchback, and I wonder what a replaceable 18650 would do to the price?

It seems that I switch back in forth between mods! My Provari is my luxury ride and the Switchback my ride with the convertible top! I too have allot of fun with it! Nice review Splinter, keep them coming!
 

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Yes...I think we should convince Tim! I do like the price point of the Switchback, and I wonder what a replaceable 18650 would do to the price?

It seems that I switch back in forth between mods! My Provari is my luxury ride and the Switchback my ride with the convertible top! I too have allot of fun with it! Nice review Splinter, keep them coming!

Heck you can replace the batt by buying a new body for $15 and that's not much more then a battery plus you'll have a brand new mod.
 

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NOTE: This device is designed for use with 2.2 ohm or greater BOGE cartomizers. <--from the site
So this can or cannot use boge 2.0ohm LR carto's or CCV resurrector 1.7ohm xl's?
Even though the site states 2.2 ohm or greater, I can comfirm that the 2.0 Boge cartomizers do work. As far as the 1.7, I never tried them so I can't test it but I don't think they will work. You can always send a message to Stratus (he's the owner) and ask him but I think the answer will be no.
 

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Thanks, I want to purchase one but I saw a post that said they were pulled from the shelf. That sucks.
As far as I can tell they are still on the site. I just checked and it's saying they have units in stock. If it was pulled, I have no idea why but maybe Stratus can answer that for you.
 

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Heck you can replace the batt by buying a new body for $15 and that's not much more then a battery plus you'll have a brand new mod.

I agree. When it first came out, Hottody and I were discussing how nice it would be if Stratus would make it with the 18650 battery but now that he offers the replacement battery, it's almost as good. A 18650 unit would still be nice to get that all day battery life without having to carry extra bases but it's not that big of a deal. :)
 
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