New to e-cig. Ready to be free of analogs but very overwhelmed with info...

[Rosa]

Thanks Mickey and sas.
Next question(s)...
I got my juice (all pg) from LF when I ordered the Riva. I haven't tried any other juice yet although I have ordered some with pg/vg mix. The pg I got from LF is ok, but the flavor isn't very strong. It's like there isn't much flavor there at all. Anyone know how LF juice compares with other juices? Im looking forward to the vg mix since the all pg makes me cough a little like I did when I first started smoking analogs. Also, the LF pg hit feels a little too light. (Im using cartomizer now. Do not really like the cartridges)

Your thoughts?

I forget, what mg nicotine did you get? More nicotine makes for stronger juice IMO.

Also, try inhaling/exhaling through your nose sort of like french inhale and see if you get more flavor that way. MOst of the "flavor" (not just e-cigs, but everything in life) comes to you through your sense of smell, that's why people without sense of smell can't taste anything.

 

[db13berry]

I forget, what mg nicotine did you get? More nicotine makes for stronger juice IMO.

Also, try inhaling/exhaling through your nose sort of like french inhale and see if you get more flavor that way. MOst of the "flavor" (not just e-cigs, but everything in life) comes to you through your sense of smell, that's why people without sense of smell can't taste anything.

I got some of each 14mg, 18mg, and 24mg. 18mg seems about right for me. 24mg wasn't good for me at all. haha. I have done the french inhale and it does make it taste a little more "loud". I'm vaping chocolate tonight.

 

[db13berry]

So, I ordered a package of extra cartridges with my Riva. They came in a bubble package with 5 white cartridges and the 2 extra black attys with gold trim and drip tip I ordered. When I try to use these, the button on my Riva blinks and will not heat/work. They are for a 510 (what I ordered) and they look the same and thread well. Anyone have any idea what is going on?

Note: I switched out the battery to use the fresh one that is completely charged. Same thing. I switched back to the atty that came with the kit and it works. Did I get 2 bad attys?

 

[Rosa]

.... and this same battery works with your other stuff?

 

[db13berry]

.... and this same battery works with your other stuff?

Yes. Both batteries work with the kit stuff. But not with the extra attys I bought.

 

[MickeyRat]

Thanks Mickey and sas.
Next question(s)...
I got my juice (all pg) from LF when I ordered the Riva. I haven't tried any other juice yet although I have ordered some with pg/vg mix. The pg I got from LF is ok, but the flavor isn't very strong. It's like there isn't much flavor there at all. Anyone know how LF juice compares with other juices? Im looking forward to the vg mix since the all pg makes me cough a little like I did when I first started smoking analogs. Also, the LF pg hit feels a little too light. (Im using cartomizer now. Do not really like the cartridges)

Your thoughts?

Well if you want taste, I think it's hard to beat Tasty Vapor. Geoff pours it on. Also you can buy up to 36mg juice and then get a doubler with no nic in the same flavor. That way you can adjust the nic to your needs. Get some empty bottles, if you want to do that. My only caution is make sure you like the flavor. I got some clove on there that curled my hair!

 

[db13berry]

Well if you want taste, I think it's hard to beat Tasty Vapor. Geoff pours it on. Also you can buy up to 36mg juice and then get a doubler with no nic in the same flavor. That way you can adjust the nic to your needs. Get some empty bottles, if you want to do that. My only caution is make sure you like the flavor. I got some clove on there that curled my hair!

Thanks Mickey Mouse.....errrrr Rat. I ordered new juice. Back to mail man stalking now......

 

[db13berry]

Just wanted to give an update to my original thread since it has been a week and a half since I came here seeking advice. You guys have been so helpful to me. I stopped smoking analogs on 3/25/11. I received my Riva 510 SE on 3/28/11 and haven't looked back since. I named her Rita. I have a new battery and cone, in pink, on its way. It should be here today. I will name her upon arrival. Hehe.
Things accumulated over the last week in a half....
20 cartos
5 attnys
3 Riva batts
2 cones
15 catridges
23 juices in various nic levels, pg/vg %, and flavors. (So far Key Lime Pie is my fav in an 18 mg)

I have killed 2 cartos. I have those in hot water right now to see if I can save them. If not, no biggy. Those cartos were used with dark juices so they may be in the graveyard soon.

I have three friends with Rivas in the mail. And one friend who received his yesterday and loves it. YAY! I have buddies to share stuff with now!!

 

[Sugar_and_Spice]

I am so glad you are happy with your choices. It always warms my heart to hear of a success story....on multiple levels. Soon you will be breathing better, your skin and hair will improve and you will have loads more energy.
Good job and good luck.

sas

 

[db13berry]

I am so glad you are happy with your choices. It always warms my heart to hear of a success story....on multiple levels. Soon you will be breathing better, your skin and hair will improve and you will have loads more energy.
Good job and good luck.

sas

I have already noticed those differences. My Breathing has improved so much already that I can do an hour of moderate exercising every day. 2 weeks ago, I was pretty much sedentary and was short of breath from climbing a flight of stairs. I actually jogged for 15 minutes of my workout yesterday. I would have collapsed before! My legs are the only thing not holding out now. Sooo sore! But way more energy.
Yesterday, my coworker said my complexion looks so much clearer and smooth. I am so much happier and my husband has always called me sweety, but he says I smell sweet now, too! Bonus!

 

[db13berry]

One and a half weeks in and looking for something....more....
I am using LR and standard Boge 510 cartos during the day for work/driving. I drive for a large part of the day. At night, while lounging around, I sometimes switch to carts and attnys, which is ok for that purpose. I bought some of the Smart Carts with the window......waste of money. Not what I was looking for.

My question is....Can I get a larger "tank" for my Rive 510 (750mah)? Something that holds more juice for my driving time. I read people talking about "tanks", but I have no clue what they are or what will work with my set up. I want something the size of a sippy cup for my Key Lime Pie!! HAHAHAHHA!

 

[aleyahevers]

go to the Joye e cig site and check out there mega section for ego. All the joye ego will go with your 510. I got my riva from liberty but got a carry case and some accessories from joye directly.

 

[Sugar_and_Spice]

One and a half weeks in and looking for something....more....
I am using LR and standard Boge 510 cartos during the day for work/driving. I drive for a large part of the day. At night, while lounging around, I sometimes switch to carts and attnys, which is ok for that purpose. I bought some of the Smart Carts with the window......waste of money. Not what I was looking for.

My question is....Can I get a larger "tank" for my Rive 510 (750mah)? Something that holds more juice for my driving time. I read people talking about "tanks", but I have no clue what they are or what will work with my set up. I want something the size of a sippy cup for my Key Lime Pie!! HAHAHAHHA!

TRy here....stormysvaporcellar.com Just opened today.

sas

Rats just checked and he is having growing pains. site down. Anyway, he makes something similar to a map tank that is available at clouds.of.vapor.com.....Have a look-see here http://www.cloudsofvapor.com/store/104-map-tank-mods.html?TreeId=5

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[db13berry]

Thanks Aleya and SAS! Yeah...I need something mega. HA!
Holy Crap! That one on there holds 12 mls!!!!! WOW! Thats pretty close to a sippy cup!

Thanks!

 

[db13berry]

Update. Its almost been a month vaping!

No cigarettes smoked! None!

I stared out with the Riva 510 SE from Liberty Flights. Ordered 510 Boge cartos with my first order and glad I did.
About 10 days later, I decided to get another battery, so I ordered a pink Riva 510. I can definitely tell the difference between the regular Riva 510 and the SE. I prefer the SE.

Then, last week the Riva UNC was listed on Liberty Flights. I ordered a starter kit, since its only a few dollars more than just buying the battery and I could get the attys and carts with the kit. (Although, I really don't use them except for testing flavors, I keep some with me to allow others to try out vaping with my pv. It keeps their nasty mouth off mah baby.)

After using the UNC for a few days now, I still find myself returning to my SE batteries. I guess the SEs are giving me the true 3.7v where the others are not. Or, maybe it's just first love. Heh?

Today, I am trying my hand at boiling cartos to see if I can breathe new life into the ones I have abused over the last month. I have 10 new ones, but hey, money saved and all that jazz...... I am a carto kinda girl!

When I started this adventure a month ago, I started out with various nic mg juice from 12 to 18 mg. After about a week, the 18 was too strong. So, down to 16 I went. After another week, the 16 was too strong. So, down to 12 I went. Yesterday, my 6mg watermelon came in from BWB. OH MY GOODNESS! Sooo glad I ordered the lowered nic! I am puffing this stuff so much I am getting a head rush from 6mg! HAHA! Awaiting some no nic juice now.

Anyway, my point to that last part was, it seems my body is naturally needing less and less nicotine. I know everyone doesn't experience this, but I have. I am keeping all of my level of nic juice around just for if I feel the need, but for now, I am liking the idea of vaping no nic. I certainly do not plan to quit vaping! I love it too much!

 

[db13berry]

Oh! And I also wanted to tell all of you that helped me, THANK YOU! You all pointed me in the right direction when I was such a lost soul. HA!

 

[FrontierADX]

my vote is for the Ego or 510 hands down, from pretty much any vendor we have on here

 

[db13berry]

my vote is for the Ego or 510 hands down, from pretty much any vendor we have on here

Yeah... after much thought. I think I'll go with the Riva 510 SE!!!