Whats a good portable Vaporizer to start with?

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etownvape

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Are there any more parts i will need?
If you start with the istick 30 and a nautilus mini tank, really all you need is some ejuice and some replacement coils. You may want to opt for the istick 50 though to give you a bit more oomph for different tanks and coils down the road.
 

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Forget about mech mods for now. Too much to learn and too risky for a beginner.

The iStick 30w is cheap, small and has plenty of power to start with.

You will need a battery(like the iStick) a tank (like the Nautilus) and e-juice. If you buy the iStick full kit you will get a USB cable to charge it, an 510 to Ego/510 adapter to use Ego threaded tanks and a wall wart that outputs 5 volts to a USB port. You can buy the iStick battery only if you have the correct cable already and charge from your computer. It's a good idea to buy some replacement coils when you buy the tank because they don't last very long.
 

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whats a good online store for eliquids?

Since everyone has different tastes when it comes to flavors, what may be good for some might not be good for others. You'll probably get many opinions on that question.

If you want a one stop shop for your equipment and liquids, Mt Baker Vapor has good prices on iSticks and Nautilus minis and they also sell liquids at a very reasonable price. Don't buy large bottles at first until you know what you like. If you use the coupon code ECF at checkout, you will get a discount. I believe it's 10% off your order.
 

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That's all good advice. Go with an iStick and a Nautilus, you'll be fine. They will last far longer than you will remain satisfied with them and succumb to shinyitis and buy something else, at a guess. If the budget will stretch, and the form factor (size) doesn't bother you, get the 50W iStick. That way it will be a great backup no matter how hot you like to vape, for as long as it does last. 50W is a good bit of power.
 

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I believe in keeping it simple, with in mind. The MVP series by Innokin has better power management. Also, the Innokin SVD 2.0 uses the Evolve DNA chip. Much like the DNA-series chips. The 30 watt model will cover most anything. $35-40. If you want to step up, then a DNA40 chip. For the cost, Temp. Control is not worth it for basic vaping. But the DNA40 chip does support it.

As for toppers (clearomizers/RTAs/RDAs), I would get a Nautilus while you research. There are a lot of hard-core hobbyists here that will suggest the world. Keep it simple.
 

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How long will the istick and nautilus tank normally last?
It all depends on how much use the iStick gets. If you use it a lot, maybe 6-8 months before the battery gets weak. If used lightly 10-12 months or more. The internal battery can be replaced but it requires some skills that most people don't have.

The Nautilus tank should last a year or more. The coils, again, depend on how much use they get and the type of juice. Darker sweeter juice tends to gunk up the coils more than clear not sweet juice.
 

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I believe in keeping it simple, with in mind. The MVP series by Innokin has better power management. Also, the Innokin SVD 2.0 uses the Evolve DNA chip. Much like the DNA-series chips. The 30 watt model will cover most anything. $35-40. If you want to step up, then a DNA40 chip. For the cost, Temp. Control is not worth it for basic vaping. But the DNA40 chip does support it.

As for toppers (clearomizers/RTAs/RDAs), I would get a Nautilus while you research. There are a lot of hard-core hobbyists here that will suggest the world. Keep it simple.
More good advice. Lotta that going on around here ;-)
 
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if i buy a eleaf istick and a nautilus tank.
Yes. Make sure you keep an extra coil handy for emergencies. But my Nautilus coils used to last me a couple of weeks and I chain vaped it like nobody's business. Start low on the watts and work up to what is good for you.
 

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I would have to say that if you're now a non-smoker, the best advice is not to start vaping.

Now that thats out of the way....

Vaping is awesome! If you're looking for something portable then i recommend some sort of mechanical mod with a reverse thread lock ring so you dont have to worry about it firing in your pocket.

telling someone who knows nothing about vaping a good starter pv is a mech mod is like telling a teenager a stick shift is the best car to learn to drive in.

I'd recommend a subox. Inexpensive, great quality, easy to learn, all inclusive, pretty much foolproof, stylish, loved by beginners to advanced vapers.
 
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