please recommend an e-cig for a beginning vaper?

[lalanumbers]

hello. I've been smoking marlboro lights for over ten years. I've cut down to mostly social occasions, but when I do smoke, I go through more than a pack. I'd say I'm at about three or four packs a week. I switched to those my 7's, because I read that they were good, and so far, they're ok. however, I'd like more of a throat hit and more vapor, and I was thinking of getting a kgo. the problem is, there's so much information out there about vaping, and it honestly confuses me. I'd really love to hear any recommendations on a kgo (or anything else), and what I will need to get started.

thank you so much!

 

[OleBascom]

I am sure people on here are going to recommend an e go-t or something of the sort, but I HIGHLY recommend the HALO TRITON TANK system. There are alot of good reviews on YOUTUBE you should watch that will give you more confidence. Hope that helps

Cheers!

YOUTUBE REVIEW LINKS

1. Halo G6 & Triton Starter Kits (Review) - YouTube
2. VaporChase Review - The Triton Starter Kit from Halo - YouTube
3. Halo E-Cigarette Starter Kit | Triton E-Cig Tank System - YouTube

 

[lalanumbers]

would I need to buy any additional pieces with that particular kit? or liquid or anything?

 

[Nicadmus]

Hello and welcome to the ECF Boards!

I have no experience with a KGO so I will leave that to someone that does. As far as recommendations, two very popular mid-range batteries that are often recommended are the Ego C Twist style batteries, and the Vision Spinner VV batteries. Both give you the option of adjusting the volts between 3.2 and 4.8 volts. This allows you more flexibility when it comes to your "vaping experience." Depending on the liquid you are using and the attachment you are using, adjusting the volts can soften the throat hit, or increase the throat hit, as well as vapor production and flavor. There are a lot of other factors working there, but I don't want to get too far ahead on things. I own an Ego C Twist, and though I have already "upgraded" to an advanced personal vaping device (APV) I absolutely LOVE my Twist.

Great starter package:
http://www.myvaporstore.com/Vision_Spinner_Joye_Ego_C_Twist_Combo_p/vvs-c.htm

Hope this helps some...

 

[lalanumbers]

um, that kinda sounds like a whole different language to me. what's the difference between an ego and kgo?

 

[moijamie]

I am a begginning vaper to and i got myself a ego c twist 1000 mah with a kanger protank and it is awesome !!

 

[Talyon]

Welcome to ECF, looks like your in good hands so I'll bow out. Enjoy your stay.

 

[lalanumbers]

do you happen to have a link to the one you bought, moijamie??

 

[Nicadmus]

um, that kinda sounds like a whole different language to me. what's the difference between an ego and kgo?

They are virtually the same... both are batteries that will power whatever attachment you are using for x amount of time. The Ego C Twist has the added benefit of being able to adjust your voltage. I had no idea why I would need that option at first, but have found it opens up the ability to tailor your "vaping experience" quite a bit.

 

[lalanumbers]

They are virtually the same... both are batteries that will power whatever attachment you are using for x amount of time. The Ego C Twist has the added benefit of being able to adjust your voltage. I had no idea why I would need that option at first, but have found it opens up the ability to tailor your "vaping experience" quite a bit.

ah ok. if I got an ego C twist, should I just get the starter kit? or would I need to buy clearomizers or cartomizers or juice or a drip tip or anything else?

 

[lalanumbers]

I'm sorry, I'm just really new, and it seems the more I learn, the less I understand I almost wish there weren't so many options.

 

[moijamie]

do you happen to have a link to the one you bought, moijamie??

You cant buy it in 1 part you have to order the protank and the battery ow and dont forget a charger like i did i bought mine from e-cig4u.nl its a dutch website

 

[Azmo]

I currently use KGO 11mAh batteries and they work great. They are an eGo style battery.

 

[Soulkarve]

I bought a kgo vv 650 mAh about a week ago and really like it. I started with an ego-c and liked that too as a solid starter. As far as a comparison to the other suggestions I really can't say. I looked at the twist and spinner and settled on the kgo vv because the variable voltage goes up to 6 volts verses 4.8 with the other two. So far I really like my kgo. The charge last easily for a day based upon my usage. I use it with a viv nova tank and boge cartos right now. I do have a Kanger EVOD and an Innokin 30 on its way right now.

 

[Dave L]

A lot depends on your budget. Most beginners don't want or need to go out and spend a whole lot. Others do want to buy the coolest, most bodacious rig they can find. All the recommendations above look very good to me. I haven't tried the Halo myself, but I've heard lots of good things and I wouldn't hesitate buying one. I started with the eGo batteries which have been very good to me. Clearomizers are a confusing lot. You'll hear all kinds of good and bad about any of 'em. I have tried CE7s, Vivi Nova Minis, and Kanger T2 and T3. My vote is for Kanger, hands down. The T2 is the only clearo I have never had any kind of issue with. They're affordable, durable, and trouble-free. My Vivi Nova Mini works about 10% of the time, so I consider it DOA. The CE7s have been spitters and leakers. Bear in mind that's just my experience - YMMV.

If you have a brick-and-mortar store in your area, by all means check them out! They'll more than likely be manned by enthusiasts who really want you to have a great vaping experience. They may let you try out their various juices before you buy. Their prices will be a little higher, but they make up for it with personal service and backup if you have problems.

Congrats on making the switch!

 

[Nicadmus]

Buying a starter kit is an excellent way to go because you typically get everything you need to get up and running all at once (except for the liquid). The link below is good value, though certainly there are other kits out there for less if you don't think you need two batteries. I will try to add links as I find them to other kits I come across.

http://www.myvaporstore.com/Vision_Spinner_Joye_Ego_C_Twist_Combo_p/vvs-c.htm

 

[lalanumbers]

here's the one I've been looking at:
KGO kit1100mAh by SLB

any ideas on this one?

 

[Dave L]

there are other kits out there for less if you don't think you need two batteries.

You DO need two batteries, trust me. By the time you've been vaping for a couple months you'll have 3 or 4 batteries, several tanks, replacement heads for your favorite ones, plus a shelf of juices - both the ones you like and the ones you bought and then hate. Even so, unless you go hog-wild, you will have spent less than half what you'd have spent on cigs over the same period.

 

[jtc49]

Welcome. I started with the Blu and some other 808 small cig style batteries a couple of years ago and didn't like them. Last month was a local cig store and they had the Ego-T 650mah complete kit for $25 and picked up one. Couple of days later I picked up a second kit so I had a backup with one went dead. The Ego-T is just a simple straight, non adjustable battery. Then I bought an Ego-T 1100mah kit with 2 units on Ebay. The Ego-Ts are simple non-adjustable batteries and will take different carts. I just ordered a Vamo V2 which is adjustable volt and watts and has batteries you remove to charge. I went with the cheap Ego cause I wasn't sure if I would like vaping after my prior experiences with the cig like units. I like vaping with the Ego and in about 4 weeks went from 2-3 packs a day to 5 cigs a day and figured now I would spend a little extra for the adjustable unit and went with Vamo after watching some reviews on YouTube. The 650mah batteries last about 1 1/2 to 2 days and the 1100mah batteries last me 2 to 3 days. You might want to start with a cheaper unit to see if you like vaping and then splurge on a more expensive variable unit.

 

[Soulkarve]

You DO need two batteries, trust me. By the time you've been vaping for a couple months you'll have 3 or 4 batteries, several tanks, replacement heads for your favorite ones, plus a shelf of juices - both the ones you like and the ones you bought and then hate. Even so, unless you go hog-wild, you will have spent less than half what you'd have spent on cigs over the same period.

I totally agree with this which is why I got the kgo. I use my old ego-c as a back up. I never want to go with out having a back up. The temptation is still to strong to bum a smoke off of someone when I'm without a charged battery. It happened to me the other day. I took 3 drags and wanted to puke it tasted so awful.