Official ProVari Radius Thread

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Well the other big difference is the in-mod USB charging with the Radius, so if you are tired of messing with batteries, there's that.

Hmmm

I hate cords when I am vaping. I just stick batteries in my three devices and when all the third one start blinking I change the batteries in all three. :)
 

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I don't do anything with the extra power. The P3 and Radius have bells and whistles, but, for me, these are the main pros:

P3 - comes with tubes, so you can use all 3 battery sizes; It has a boost function that heats the coil a bit higher than what the power is set to, so it heats the coil faster (you can set how long you want the boot to be). I didn't think I'd care about the boost function, but I like it a lot. It also has a flat top with adaptor rings, so you can use 510, eGo or P3 threaded atomizers.
Radius - I got it for the size and battery life. It's the height of a mini and about 1.5 minis wide. It takes an 18650 battery (replaceable), but can also be charged via USB (recommended).

My needs are simple.

Hmmmmm I will have to think on this. Will a Radius cause the 2.5's to set on the shelf unused? Have your 2.5's been put on the shelf yet?
 

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Hmmm

I hate cords when I am vaping. I just stick batteries in my three devices and when all the third one start blinking I change the batteries in all three. :)

You can use the Radius plugged in, but I've never tried it and doubt I will. I plug the USB in when it's about 3/4 down and switch to a P3 or 2.5 or 2.0 or Reo or Bobo or pumpkin or mech or whatever I forgot, while it charges. Actually, I charge it overnight, like my phone, so it's not an issue. And I like rotating my devices anyway.
 

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Hmmmmm I will have to think on this. Will a Radius cause the 2.5's to set on the shelf unused? Have your 2.5's been put on the shelf yet?

With the P3 I was still using my minis when I went out, but the last time I took the Radius. I think I will be taking the Radius out more, but I want a Serenity sleeve for it (when Tim starts making them) because I like to keep the lanyard around my wrist for security.

It's the Radius battery life I like. I prefer the small form factor and while it's not a big problem to carry extra 18350s, sometimes it's inconvenient to change them.
 

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Hmmmmm I will have to think on this. Will a Radius cause the 2.5's to set on the shelf unused? Have your 2.5's been put on the shelf yet?

Mine haven't. Still handy to have. Use 'em every day.

But overall, if you are happy with your 2.5s, you may have no need for anything else.

Want is a different question.
 

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Hmmmmm I will have to think on this. Will a Radius cause the 2.5's to set on the shelf unused? Have your 2.5's been put on the shelf yet?
I too still use my two 2.5 minis. I really had no good reason to buy the Radius as I don't vape over 11 - 12 watts and am rarely away from home to use up any battery. I just wanted one. :)
 

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One other thing that hasn't been said about the P3, 2015 Classic and Radius and it's OLED screen -- If you like info, battery level remaining, watts (or volts) and ohm of coil are on the first screen.

I think there is a comparison chart of features at ProVape, too. There are more differences and some you may find appealing --- perhaps custom change the led light anytime you want.

And, yes, I most certainly still use my earlier ProVi's.
 

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I'm going to try very hard not too! It may well be the stay at home beastie only
But, on the other hand, it'll be interesting to see how people's white radiuses look after a few months. They may take on a beautiful "aged" look, similar to the patina that brass mechs take on. You white radius owners, put up some pics in April or May.
 

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With the P3 I was still using my minis when I went out, but the last time I took the Radius. I think I will be taking the Radius out more, but I want a Serenity sleeve for it (when Tim starts making them) because I like to keep the lanyard around my wrist for security.

It's the Radius battery life I like. I prefer the small form factor and while it's not a big problem to carry extra 18350s, sometimes it's inconvenient to change them.
What's a Serenity sleeve?
 

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I just recently got a coil master and now find that the same wraps are now lower than they used to be. I figure it is because they are now tighter. Thus now my rating is lower than my mini can handle. I like using 26g just cause it is easier so once I get a radius it will help using lower ohm coils that I never intended to use. Lol
 

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Hmmmmm I will have to think on this. Will a Radius cause the 2.5's to set on the shelf unused? Have your 2.5's been put on the shelf yet?
You can always compromise and send one or two (or all three) of your 2.5's over to Vape Master Zen~ for a factory authorized flat cap conversion...
They'll put the mechanically stronger, and more electrically stable P3 top cap on your 2.5 babies.
Then, you'll have the best of both worlds...at least in my eyes.

I'll be sending my Stealth Mini to him very soon!
 

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You can always compromise and send one or two (or all three) of your 2.5's over to Vape Master Zen~ for a factory authorized flat cap conversion...
They'll put the mechanically stronger, and more electrically stable P3 top cap on your 2.5 babies.
Then, you'll have the best of both worlds...at least in my eyes.

I'll be sending my Stealth Mini to him very soon!
I haven't been spending much time, over the last year or two in Provari threads, so I didn't realize Zen did this sort of work. Do you know around what it would cost for him to retrofit your mini?
 

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Right now ProVape is selling 2.5's with a P3 top for 89.95. 10% Blackfriday sale gets it to $81. I just ordered a 2.5 Mini. Too good a deal to pass up. Its another 2.5 for about $36 difference from a top cap upgrade. Not to mention I had $27 in Reward points apply to it. Plus free LED color upgrade. Score!
 

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I have no idea...



Yeah, we have stuff like that. I love Tarhun ( Tarhun (drink) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia ) That's a classic, but a russian one, we have no real local killers.
I mostly drink those sugary beverages in a mix with alcohol. Coke..

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I LOOOOOOOVE Tarhun! We have a chain of Russian supermarkets in NYC and they carry pretty much every Russian soda. I pick up Tarhun on a regular basis, as well as Buratino.
 
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