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I recall someone(s) expressing concern about Health Cabin.
My latest order from them went as follows:
ordered on 2/17; they shipped it on 2/18; departed Shenzhen on 2/20; arrived in Hong Kong same day; arrived at JFK on 2/21 and cleared customs same day (!!); arrived in Avenel NJ on 2/24 (no idea where that is, but NJ is a tiny state and so must have been someone walking from JFK to take that long LOL); arrived in Westborough MA on 2/25; where it sat (or something) for five days.
But, it was on my front porch this morning. I'm not complaining at all about this sort of weird journey. I'm very happy with HC, and honestly do thank them for

Thanks.
I'm thinking I should have one or maybe two more mods with a replaceable battery. I have enough mods with built in batts.
So, for you and any others who want to chime in, what are your favorites.
It's hard to go wrong with the Aegis Solos or Max for durability. I really like the small size of the Swag II. Of course, if you are using a bigger atomizer, the Swag might not be big enough. I just received the Vaporesso Forz. I haven't got a chance to use it much yet, but it is really lightweight and is also water and shockproof.
 

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    I recall someone(s) expressing concern about Health Cabin.
    My latest order from them went as follows:
    ordered on 2/17; they shipped it on 2/18; departed Shenzhen on 2/20; arrived in Hong Kong same day; arrived at JFK on 2/21 and cleared customs same day (!!); arrived in Avenel NJ on 2/24 (no idea where that is, but NJ is a tiny state and so must have been someone walking from JFK to take that long LOL); arrived in Westborough MA on 2/25; where it sat (or something) for five days.
    But, it was on my front porch this morning. I'm not complaining at all about this sort of weird journey. I'm very happy with HC, and honestly do thank them for

    Thanks.
    I'm thinking I should have one or maybe two more mods with a replaceable battery. I have enough mods with built in batts.
    So, for you and any others who want to chime in, what are your favorites.

    Depending on what price range you want to be in, the aegis solo, vaporesso Forz tx80, lost vape Ursa, lost vape Thelema dna250c, jac dna75, dovpo Riva or Odin mini dna75c, lost vape Grus 2 kit.

    I forgot one of my personal favorites, voopoo Argus Gt.
     

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    Sure puffon, here you go

    Cannoli Be One (Final) by Voodoo

    Cinnamon Danish Swirl CAP .60%
    Cream Cheese Icing LA .25%
    Cream Fresh FA 1%
    Funnel Cake CAP .5%
    NY Cheesecake CAP 3%
    Pie Crust TFA .25%
    Shisha Vanilla INW .5%
    Sugar Cookie v1 CAP 3%
    Super Sweet CAP .8%
    Vanilla Custard CAP 3.5%
    Vienna Cream FA 2.5%

    If you don't have Pie Crust TFA do not use Pie Crust FW. The FW version is very yeasty tasting. A better sub would be Apple Pie FA, which is a flaky pie crust flavor that imparts no apple notes whatsoever.

    If you sub apple pie FA up the percentage to .60%

    ETA: It starts becoming vapable around the 10 day mark, and of course gets better as it ages. One tip-- like the original as it sits for a long time the flavor becomes very linear and not as good as it was fresh. I make it in 60ml batches, but I do vape a lot of liquid. Adjust to the amount you vape... If you vape mtl it may be best to make in 20 to 30ml batches.
    Astonishingly, I have all the ingredients if I sub FA Apple Pie for the TFA Pie Crust. I don't know if I will make it, but I could.
     

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    Darn it. Heartland Vapes is out of the 120ml glass bottles. I hate that. They just had some last week.

    Check Glass Bottle Outlet website for some. They've got a variety and different case/carton packs of boston round glass bottles on sale and with FREE S/H. They come with a polycone cap for each bottle, too. They also have some of them on Amazon for the same sale price + Free S/H.

    My only regret is I didn't get to try a bigger variety of gear because I was too preoccupied with stocking up.

    Well...there are plenty of us with a pretty decent sized "stash", and multiples of things, who could likely help with that in the future if you want to try something. You never know what might be available. ;)

    I'm thinking I should have one or maybe two more mods with a replaceable battery. I have enough mods with built in batts.
    So, for you and any others who want to chime in, what are your favorites.

    I 2nd, or 3rd, the Aegis Solo (takes a single 18650) and Aegis Max (takes a single 18650 or 21700). They're definitely a pretty large part of my mods stash. There are coupon codes available, too, for several vendors who carry them. The AsMODus Colossal 80W mods (takes a single 18650) are a steal right now on their website, until March 7th. They're having a 70% off sitewide sale. Code is: 70off. Many people bought quite a few of them during previous sales, too. It's hard to beat a decent mod for less than $12!
     
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    It is awesome being around family you love :)
    Yes... it WAS a great day... was. I don't know what to say... other nephew (the ......) is missing in action (got off work at 5:00, usually picks up his kid at 6:00) It's after 9:00... no show, no call, won't answer his phone. Mom told him last night "you can drive my van to work and back and pick-up and drop-off your son but nothing else" I actually wonder if he is in jail (and mom's van is in impound) so much for my wonderful day :(
     

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    Astonishingly, I have all the ingredients if I sub FA Apple Pie for the TFA Pie Crust. I don't know if I will make it, but I could.

    If you ever tried the retail version and liked it, the recipe is a must try.

    The retail eliquid Cannoli be One has a huge following, various flavored versions (strawberry, etc..) of the original CBO. I personally never cared for the retail brand, but a lot of people like it a lot. When I saw the actual maker of the flavor make a comment that the recipe and percentages were almost spot on I became intrigued. I mixed up a batch and quickly became reminded why I don't care for it. It is just as I remember the retail version being. There's really nothing remarkable about it.

    Mix up a small batch, taste being subjective and all, your opinion may defer from mine.

    I'm thinking about throwing some peanut butter flavoring in what I have left... just so I can muscle through it. Another thing, that .8% is a little high for my taste. I just figured I should mix it the way the recipe was written first.
     

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    It's hard to go wrong with the Aegis Solos or Max for durability. I really like the small size of the Swag II. Of course, if you are using a bigger atomizer, the Swag might not be big enough. I just received the Vaporesso Forz. I haven't got a chance to use it much yet, but it is really lightweight and is also water and shockproof.

    I also like the swag 2. It is lightweight. I also like the shape of it, and the texture. I liked the aegis solo as well.
     

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    Yes... it WAS a great day... was. I don't know what to say... other nephew (the ......) is missing in action (got off work at 5:00, usually picks up his kid at 6:00) It's after 9:00... no show, no call, won't answer his phone. Mom told him last night "you can drive my van to work and back and pick-up and drop-off your son but nothing else" I actually wonder if he is in jail (and mom's van is in impound) so much for my wonderful day :(

    Awww, I’m sorry. Some family can be stressful. I hope all is well with him :) Hopefully he will find the right path in his life. I believe it is never too late :)
     

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    So years ago before I started diy I used to buy my eliquid online at bulk e juice, and I loved them. They had a maple pecan flavor that I was obsessed with. I vaped it and hazelnut as my all day vapes. I tried recreating it for years...without success. I came close once, but it still was not it. Do any of you guys have or know a maple pecan ejuice recipe?
    I am going to need to get maple and pecan flavorings as well. I am getting a list together for when I can get them.
     

    vaper1960

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    Awww, I’m sorry. Some family can be stressful. I hope all is well with him :) Hopefully he will find the right path in his life. I believe it is never too late :)
    Thank you but no...he is an idiot. 37 years old and still thinks he is a teenager. Never grew up. It is now almost 10:00 and no show... I have no sympathy for him. Sorry if I sound harsh, but we have been through some major stuff and he has physically threatened me before (I slept with a big pry bar next to my bed one night... no joke) Sorry folks... maybe too "random"... so back to DIY conversation... loving my peach/mango/apricot mix (with bavarian cream) I already mentioned this, but thank you Anna for suggesting that trio... yum yum.
     

    vaper1960

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    So have been using up the 0.3 ohm coil in my Kroma-Z (love it... hitt, wish I had got more of them) but really do love the 0.8 ohm coils more. Going to put a 0,8 coil back in and enjoy my (so proud of) peanut butter banana pudding w/nilla wafer juice I've been saving (yes... posing the actual recipe soon for the blog)
     

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    Thank you but no...he is an idiot. 37 years old and still thinks he is a teenager. Never grew up. It is now almost 10:00 and no show... I have no sympathy for him. Sorry if I sound harsh, but we have been through some major stuff and he has physically threatened me before (I slept with a big pry bar next to my bed one night... no joke) Sorry folks... maybe too "random"... so back to DIY conversation... loving my peach/mango/apricot mix (with bavarian cream) I already mentioned this, but thank you Anna for suggesting that trio... yum yum.

    He sounds like he is not the most considerate person. It is strange how family can be so opposite of each other.

    That diy does sound good! Glad your enjoying it :)
     
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    I've thought about trying pods. It feels like another rabbit hole though.

    It is--if you let it, like everything else. I was never interested in pods, but out of curiosity grabbed a minifit on sale for 8 bucks mainly for stealth and to try nic salts as they became all the rage following JUULs success. To my surprise, I liked it, but still never wanted to enter the pod market for real. Then I won two VoopPoo Vinci pods. ;) The pods/coils leaked, so I got a 510 adapter and use the mod as a regular 510 mod. And then I bought (and won) a Sceptre and fell in love. No leaks, no trouble, no fuss, travels well and a great vape.

    If you're considering a pod mod, try the Sceptre. Or enter a contest--worked for me. :D Here's one currently running: [ElegoMall Giveaway] Vaporesso Swag PX80 - 2 Winners 3/9 Frannie and Hitt like the coils. Good luck!
     

    Katya

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    I recall someone(s) expressing concern about Health Cabin.
    My latest order from them went as follows:
    ordered on 2/17; they shipped it on 2/18; departed Shenzhen on 2/20; arrived in Hong Kong same day; arrived at JFK on 2/21 and cleared customs same day (!!); arrived in Avenel NJ on 2/24 (no idea where that is, but NJ is a tiny state and so must have been someone walking from JFK to take that long LOL); arrived in Westborough MA on 2/25; where it sat (or something) for five days.
    But, it was on my front porch this morning. I'm not complaining at all about this sort of weird journey. I'm very happy with HC, and honestly do thank them for

    Thanks for that. I have one order from them on the way, and the other one from Sourcemore just shipped. Fingers crossed!
    I'm thinking I should have one or maybe two more mods with a replaceable battery. I have enough mods with built in batts.
    So, for you and any others who want to chime in, what are your favorites.

    Aegis Solo. I just love it. My only concern is weak battery cap threads (@wvducklady had some problems with hers), but I haven't and they are my go-to. I have a Colossus and hate the battery compartment--it's very difficult to insert and remove a battery and lots of folks complain about damaged battery wraps. Mine is sitting in a box for now. Swag 2 is popular and has a great chip (Axon) but the finish is cheap--peels off. I just don't much care for those small Pico-like mods with a battery cap sticking up on top.
     

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    Does anyone use Acetyl Pyrazine (tfa)? Supposed to be a nutty flavor. I'm looking to find what gives halo trebecca it's distinctive taste that I like. I'm thinking a hint of hazel nut or almond, but not sure. I might need a few more flavors just to have.

    Halo Tribeca Clone 1:1

    There are many Tribeca clones out there, and most seem to include: RY4 Double (TPA), Acetyl Pyrazine, Cotton Candy (Ethyl Maltol), and Graham Cracker

    That's all I know.
     
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    Halo Tribeca Clone 1:1

    There are many Tribeca clones out there, and most seem to include: RY4 Double (TPA), Acetyl Pyrazine, Cotton Candy, Ethyl Maltol, and Graham Cracker

    That's all I know.
    Thanks Katya! I do need some Graham, but think I'll skip the cotton candy. I like the ry4 double and have two bottles guess I'll get some ethyl maltol, it must be high test.:)
     

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