New to all this...

[Legolas]

Thank you very much! I think to start out with, I may go the e-cig route for now as it seems like it would be an easy transition for me as a smoker. (A pack of Camel menthols a day.). I would need something small enough to keep in my pocket for vaping at work. I like the idea of some of the suggestions, and I will most certainly research this more in depth. I can't begin to express my gratitude for so much advice. It is greatly appreciated!!

That would be fine. The whole idea is to not continue to kill yourself with cigarettes. You can buy cigalike batteries, chargers and blank carts. Here's a few to check out
Joye 510 E-Cigarette Starter Kit - My Freedom Smokes
KR808D1 Starter Kit - Manual button
There's allot of companies that sell these types of cigalikes. Ie: V2, greensmoke You will end up paying more there. The juice selection is not very good and mostly tobacco flavors. We all search for tobacco flavors to start. Two batteries is a must and a minimum requirement. You need to keep carto in stock and batteries charged.
There is a whole world of new flavors to try. You'll find over time you won't search tobacco flavors either. Here's a link to a place that sells a wide selection and they are very inexpensive
USA Made Nicotine Juice, E Juice, E Liquid, Electronic Cigarette Juice
This is a good start there maybe more others can help with that I overlooked or forgot. Good Luck

 

[LilLoki]

I looked at the kit you suggest just a little steep for me.... This is the starter kit that I looked at what I want to know is this a good cheap alternative to the Triton Tank system (at least to get me started)? Here's the link for the one that I was looking at... http://www.totallywicked-eliquid.co...nado-v3-starter-kit-and-e-liquid-product.html

For a newbie starting out vaping can be really overwhelming.

For someone who knows absolutely nothing about the subject I highly recommend the Halo Triton starter kit.

Triton Tank System Starter Kits | Halo Cigs


It comes with everything you need to get started vaping except for the liquid, and gives you backups of both the battery and tank. Get the 650 mAh battery and a single charge will last most people more than a day. The tank holds 2.5ml of liquid which will last most if not all day. It's small enough to easily carry, provides good vapor and flavor, and is about the easiest ecig system for daily use.

For maintenance, just rinse the tank out and replace the coil every now and then, and that's pretty much it. It uses Kanger T2 coils which cost about $7 for 5 coils and I get between 2 weeks and a month out of a single coil depending on the type of liquid I'm using. The coils are really easy to replace, they stick up out of the tank and simply screw in with your fingers. Just unscrew one, screw in another, and you're done.


I've had mods, I've had eGo systems, I've tried a fairly wide variety of products. I still carry my Triton as my daily use ecig because it's so small, easy, and reliable. Start the morning with a fresh battery and full tank, and that's enough to last until I get home from work when I top the tank off again. It never leaks a drop and never fails to work.

 

[Completely Average]

I am telling this to a "new member" and trying to steer them in the best direction for a good experience. I wouldnt recommend a mech for any new person.

Sure you would, you just don't realize that's what you're doing.

What is the technical difference between an eGo battery and a mech? From a technical point of view there isn't any, is there? The only real difference is you take the battery out of the mech to charge it while you charge the battery in the eGo without removing it from the case, but other than that, an eGo is essentially identical to a mech mod.

If you're building RBAs and RDAs then yes, mech mods get really complicated and there are dangers involved, but if you're using an off-the-shelf tank it's no different and no more dangerous than that eGo. Throw on a kick to regulate the voltage and give you a small layer of safety and it's better than an eGo because it can provide stable voltage beginning to end and can last multiple days on a single charge.


I totally agree with you in regards to the complication and safety issues regarding RBA/RDAs, but the mech mods themselves are just glorified flashlights. Giant eGos on steroids. And easy enough to put together that my 12 year old daughter could assemble one.

 

[sando7]

you might want to checK out the Halo G6 kit...you can also use disposable Triton Mini Tanks with this set-up, very satisfying/easy...Halo Menthol Ice is working for me.

 

[Bikenstein]

Thank you very much! I think to start out with, I may go the e-cig route for now as it seems like it would be an easy transition for me as a smoker. (A pack of Camel menthols a day.). I would need something small enough to keep in my pocket for vaping at work. I like the idea of some of the suggestions, and I will most certainly research this more in depth. I can't begin to express my gratitude for so much advice. It is greatly appreciated!!

I don't know if you are talkin about cig a likes when you say ecig route but from what I've heard many feel they wasted their time and money on these after they find a simple tank and evod battery performs so much better and actually gives them what they need to make the switch. Menthols are easiest to imitate and you can easily mix your own for pennies a day. I started with an Evod and 650 mah battery which is so small it fits the palm of your hand. With a 1.8 ohm coil it makes decent vape and flavor. You can buy them on ebay for half of what the vape shops charge if money is a deal.
Genuine Kangertech Evod bcc Starter Kit | eBay

I still keep one in my pocket for vapin at work. I like the small size and the vape they put out for the money. But I also agree with (edit: MOST)every other post here. I am thinkin about getting a 650 twist though, for the evod. I don't think it's much longer. The 650 battery lasts me all day unless I'm at home. Easy to use, small and economical. I think something like this is what you would rather have but do what you gotta do and happy vapin

 

[Completely Average]

I looked at the kit you suggest just a little steep for me.... This is the starter kit that I looked at what I want to know is this a good cheap alternative to the Triton Tank system (at least to get me started)? Here's the link for the one that I was looking at... Tornado V3 Starter Kit and e-liquid

Two things to be aware of there.

#1. You only get one battery, which means you cannot use it while it's recharging.
#2. You only get one tank which makes it very hard to try or use multiple flavors.


Even if you go with a cheaper setup than the Triton there is one thing you must always keep in mind, and I think everyone here will agree with this.

You MUST have backups.

You don't ever want to be in a position where you cannot vape for hours because your one device had a problem and you have no backup. You don't want to have those cravings set in only to discover your one and only battery is dead, and it's going to take 4 hours to recharge. You don't want to have to go without vaping for a day or two because you were clumsy and dropped your ecig and broke the tank.

Always have backups. And work on getting backups for your backups.

 

[LilLoki]

With the concern of the extra tanks/batteries... What would you suggest as a cheaper start as apposed to the Triton?

 

[Legolas]

Two things to be aware of there.

#1. You only get one battery, which means you cannot use it while it's recharging.
#2. You only get one tank which makes it very hard to try or use multiple flavors.


Even if you go with a cheaper setup than the Triton there is one thing you must always keep in mind, and I think everyone here will agree with this.

You MUST have backups.

You don't ever want to be in a position where you cannot vape for hours because your one device had a problem and you have no backup. You don't want to have those cravings set in only to discover your one and only battery is dead, and it's going to take 4 hours to recharge. You don't want to have to go without vaping for a day or two because you were clumsy and dropped your ecig and broke the tank.

Always have backups. And work on getting backups for your backups.

I agree, backups is in the top three of vaping. It's too easy for a new vaper to run out of charge, ejuice or delivery system. Then buy cigarettes
1. safety
2. start vaping
3. Backups

 

[sando7]

your not going to get what you need from the Carto's if you want to quit analogs, hence the reason i suggested the G6kit from Halo using the Triton disposable Mini Tanks..they are simple to fill with a small curved tip dropper & cheap.

 

[LilLoki]

Question for you Sando7 I've looked at the review for this does it matter what e-liquid you use? I've been leaning more towards Wicked Red label as they have more of a variety..... Does it really matter what e-liquid is used?

 

[sando7]

Question for you Sando7 I've looked at the review for this does it matter what e-liquid you use? I've been leaning more towards Wicked Red label as they have more of a variety..... Does it really matter what e-liquid is used?

no you can use whatever you want

 

[Legolas]

your not going to get what you need from the Carto's if you want to quit analogs, hence the reason i suggested the G6kit from Halo using the Triton disposable Mini Tanks..they are simple to fill with a small curved tip dropper & cheap.

I hear that but the op wants to go to a cigalike. If a 30 dollar kit gets him/her started it can always upgrade later. I think that's fine. Our mission is to help him along. He/she will need to feel comfortable with what ever they buy and use. Is a ego style a better and a longer lasting charge....not doubt. Are clearos better than carto ehh maybe not so much. There are lots of long term vets here that swear by cartos. I'm not one of them but to each their own.

 

[sando7]

I hear that but the op wants to go to a cigalike. If a 30 dollar kit gets him/her started it can always upgrade later. I think that's fine. Our mission is to help him along. He/she will need to feel comfortable with what ever they buy and use. Is a ego style a better and a longer lasting charge....not doubt. Are clearos better than carto ehh maybe not so much. There are lots of long term vets here that swear by cartos. I'm not one of them but to each their own.

the G6 with a T-Mini Tank is just the same size as a cig-alike, the only diff is the vap hit, cheap, simple and satisfying...yep to each their own

 

[anumber1]

The $40 Kanger EVOD kit worked for me after many fails with njoy and blu cig alikes didn't (with 10x the cost involved in disposable junk).
$40 for that Kanger kit, some menthol juice and I was done smoking.

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[Legolas]

the G6 with a T-Mini Tank is just the same size as a cig-alike, the only diff is the vap hit, cheap, simple and satisfying...yep to each their own

Man I haven't seen those tanks in a while. V2 makes that tank with a screw in top. I actually have the type your referring to. They vape fine. You need to watch what type of juice you use as plastic tanks get eaten by some juices. Cartos you can use any juice without cracking.

http://www.v2cigs.com/products/v2-ex-blanks-3pk#.Uv0KKxCDz6U

 

[Simply Red]

InfernoOrangeSS, I stopped reading due to too many "back and forths", IMHO, so in fear of repeating someone else, whatever you decide on, consider a second battery. There's nothing like watching your battery charge when you really want to vape, unless you have a pass-through.

Good luck and Happy Vaping!!

 

[Completely Average]

With the concern of the extra tanks/batteries... What would you suggest as a cheaper start as apposed to the Triton?

You may be able to find a similar eGo kit to the Halo. A eGo with a Kanger T2 tank is almost the exact same thing.

I just don't like recommending eGos because they're cheaper Chinese made products with inferior batteries. A 650 mAh Triton battery will last most people all day and into the next. Most people can use up a 650 mAh ego battery in less than a day. The eGos are more versatile and have more options as far as tanks go because they are very generic, but as with all generics, quality suffers.

Still, if you need to save money then look for an eGo starter kit with 2 batteries (At least 650 mAh) and at least 2 tanks, preferably in the 2+ml range if you want to make it through a full day of work without having to refill. If you can find one that fits your price range look for an eGo kit that includes either Twist or Spinner batteries.

 

[LilLoki]

Well I found a site that sales the Kanger Evod for a pretty good price.... I think I might just go that route.... I want to do the vape as apposed to the e-cigs.... My brother and my bestfriend vape and both say that wouldn't go any other way..... Thanks for all the info and I may be back with more questions LOL

 

[Razorback]

Wow it went from ego blister pkgs to mechs in a hurry. Dripping is a pia. Vv or vw would be the next step after ego style devices and will give you the advantages of changing vapor production vapor taste and heat from vapor plus they are regulated giving protection. I think mechs come in way down the line. Sub ohming is not for the inexperienced.

Yeah, What Legolas said....

 

[DavidOck]

Sure you would, you just don't realize that's what you're doing.

What is the technical difference between an eGo battery and a mech? From a technical point of view there isn't any, is there? The only real difference is you take the battery out of the mech to charge it while you charge the battery in the eGo without removing it from the case, but other than that, an eGo is essentially identical to a mech mod.

Uh, not exactly... the eGo is a regulated battery, and has protection circuitry to prevent over-firing and damaging the battery, to maintain a specific voltage, and to turn off in case of a short circuit. A Mech mod has none of that. You can fire it until the battery vents, you can vape it down to an un-rechargeable voltage condition (and then buy a new battery), and no protection against short circuits unless you use a fuse unit. You're right on just a "glorified flashlight." But replace the bulb with a piece of copper wire and see what happens!

VV/VW mods have all the protections of the eGo styles, plus (hopefully!) more options, and other than some like the MVP, VV3 models, use replaceable batteries.