New here with questions.

[RandallFlagg]

Hello, all.
About four years ago, I switched from store-bought smokes to rolling my own. I used to spend about $100 per month on smoking tobacco and tubes.
With the signing of the SCHIP bill, this is no longer a viable option as roll-your-own taxes have been increased beyond the level of stupid. Thus, I am working on growing my own tobacco.
However, this will take some time to achieve the desired results. I bought ten pounds of tobacco before the SCHIP taxes were implemented, and have enough to last a while. But, my seeds are working their way up slower than I'd expected.
What I would like to know is what would the best full flavored ecig to get in case I run out of tobacco. Full flavored, kinda harsh, and something that will accomodate working 12-hour shifts. Preferably one that actually looks like a cigarette.

Any help will be highly appreciated. Thank you.

 

[Elendil]

Most people find that a 901 is a good starting point. THe absolute cheapest ones can be found at Wholesale E-Cigarette - China Ruyan Wholesale - Discount Electronic Cigarette Wholesale From China

You can get one for 29.99 including shipping. It is black, but does look like a cig. I have ordered from this company and it has been perfect everytime and the 901 works well. I would advise getting some extra batteries and atomizers.

For liquid, take a look at Electric Cigarette & E Liquid - Totally Wicked Electronic Cigarette Fluid
Their 36mg Mar-boro flavor pack a good kick. You can cut it down with PG or VG if it is too harsh.

e-Smokey Treats - Electronic Cigarette's, The healthy alternative to traditional tobacco cigarette's also has quite a good following and reputation.

I have ordered from both of these companies and they both have a good product, though TW is my main juice supplier.

 

[RandallFlagg]

AH! The liquid. I read about this here as well.
What is it? Is it a way to recharge spent cartridges? How would doing this compare to what I was paying for roll-your-own?

 

[Elendil]

AH! The liquid. I read about this here as well.
What is it? Is it a way to recharge spent cartridges? How would doing this compare to what I was paying for roll-your-own?

That is a very complicated question. It depends on your personal habits and usage. It is universally agreed that refilling carts (those that can be---901's can be) is way cheaper than buying the "prefilled" carts. Do NOT be fooled by claims of 1 cart = 1 pack of cigs. This is NOT NOT NOT true---ever.

Using myself as an example. I was a 1.5 pack a day smoke of analogs (regular cigs). If I fill a cart it will last me about 10-15 "puffs" before I need to "top off" the cart. Keep in mind, the cart isn't empty at that point, but due to "wicking" and gravity, etc that you will never get all of the juice out of the cart, hence the need to top off.

Juice comes in varying nicotine strengths from 0mg to 36mg. Some with more technical knowledge can break it down better for you, but 36mg juice = 3.6% nicotine by volume. I generally buy 36mg juice and then dilute it 50/50 with PG (Propylene glycol). this has the effect of getting me to 18mg juice which seems to work best for my addiction and I get twice the juice for about half the price. Keep in mind that if you dilute the juice you will dilute the flavor as well. 50/50 with the better juices still works OK for me from a flavor standpoint.

You will have to experiment to see what concentration works best for you. I also buy a log of unflavored juice. I cut it to the desired strength and then add my own flavors from somewhere like loranns www.lorannoils.com Butterscotch is fantastic AND you do not have to worry about flavor dilution like you do with the pre flavored juice.

 

[Elendil]

Take a look at this thread http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/fo...2-new-updated-comprehensive-intro-vaping.html and the videos in it by Spikey. Is is top notch info and will answer many of your questions.

 

[RandallFlagg]

Excellent! Thank you.
I just ordered the 901 with extras, and a bottle of 30 Tobacco from your links.

 

[Elendil]

Excellent! Thank you.
I just ordered the 901 with extras, and a bottle of 30 Tobacco from your links.

Good luck with it! You may want to get a syringe ($2-$3) it makes refilling the carts a lot easier..............Post here or PM me if you have any other questions.

 

[RandallFlagg]

I will, and thanks again.
I hope it arrives soon.

 

[Vapor Pete]

Most people find that a 901 is a good starting point. THe absolute cheapest ones can be found at Wholesale E-Cigarette - China Ruyan Wholesale - Discount Electronic Cigarette Wholesale From China

You can get one for 29.99 including shipping. It is black, but does look like a cig. I have ordered from this company and it has been perfect everytime and the 901 works well. I would advise getting some extra batteries and atomizers.

For liquid, take a look at Electric Cigarette & E Liquid - Totally Wicked Electronic Cigarette Fluid
Their 36mg Mar-boro flavor pack a good kick. You can cut it down with PG or VG if it is too harsh.

e-Smokey Treats - Electronic Cigarette's, The healthy alternative to traditional tobacco cigarette's also has quite a good following and reputation.

I have ordered from both of these companies and they both have a good product, though TW is my main juice supplier.

Just had a discussion with someone about TW... did I read somewhere that TW was somewhat suspect???? I've considered ordering from them, but have been a bit apprehensive.
My best,
-VP

 

[Elendil]

Just had a discussion with someone about TW... did I read somewhere that TW was somewhat suspect???? I've considered ordering from them, but have been a bit apprehensive.
My best,
-VP

I have spent at least $1000 with TW in the past 60-90 days.........Every order perfect. Never a mistake or problem, ever................

 

[Flitzanu]

save some questions for the rest of us!

just kidding.

best of luck, Randall.

 

[RandallFlagg]

Just had a discussion with someone about TW... did I read somewhere that TW was somewhat suspect???? I've considered ordering from them, but have been a bit apprehensive.
My best,
-VP

Hmmm. I'll post back on this thread if there are any issues.

 

[RandallFlagg]

save some questions for the rest of us!

just kidding.

best of luck, Randall.

Oh, there's still tons more, and will be after the shipment arives.
I was reading on some of the other threads about people giving users grief about these. I call them, "Tobaccophobes."

Anyhoo, I truly enjoy going into malls here and wandering around with an unlit cigarette in my mouth. I've even had a few tobaccophobes start coughing and waving their hands about the air like they're trying to ward off invisible bees.

They've kicked us out of the airplanes, the airports, the staduims, the bars, the food establishments, and are going after us in our own homes.

I am done being nice about this.
It has nothing to do with health issues or second-hand this-and-that.
It has to do with power over others.
And I refuse to give them any more.

/rant off

 

[RandallFlagg]

I'm seeing the term, "Analog," on here a lot. What's that mean?

 

[Elendil]

I'm seeing the term, "Analog," on here a lot. What's that mean?

Analog refers to a "regular" cigarette

 

[RandallFlagg]

Analog refers to a "regular" cigarette

AHH! I kinda thought so. Just wanted to make sure.
(It took me a while to figure out, "Cart," but I got it)

Thanks.

 

[RandallFlagg]

About how long does anyone know roughly I'll have to wait for the ecig?
Any guesses?

 

[wv2win]

About how long does anyone know roughly I'll have to wait for the ecig?
Any guesses?

Orders from the states typically take 2-3 days. From the UK, 7-8 days. From China, 10-12 days (if it doesn't get held up in customs).

 

[sherid]

I'm seeing the term, "Analog," on here a lot. What's that mean?

I hate that term, Randall. It seems like a eupemism for those who are afraid to say the word cigarette. Just call it what it is.

 

[geeker]

I have spent at least $1000 with TW in the past 60-90 days.........Every order perfect. Never a mistake or problem, ever................

I'm a new vaper, and haven't spent 1K yet, but have ordered from TW twice this month and they have been great. Hopefully they'll have what you want in stock.