Hi! This is my first post. I discovered the e-cig a few weeks ago. It's pretty cool as I have been able to stop traditional smoking and go to this. I initially went with the ZeroCig. It seems nice for an automatic model but after reading here, I realize there is much more. It's limitation on pull time is annoying. I like the 16mg cartridges, but they just aren't quite enough. I'd also like a little more vapor production and the ability to take a deeper drag. I am looking at Revas. Money isn't as much of a concern provided I get something I like. While I would prefer to have a model that looks like a cigarette, it seems that the form factor really doesn't permit that very well. I think I am ready to step up to a manual version and a higher end model. The big thing I need is something that can deliver a strong hit of nicotine, and I prefer normal tobacco flavored over anything else. Is the Reva or Tornado a good choice? They seem to be popular in your user guides. Is there anywhere else I should go/consider? There are so many brands and many of them are highly thought of here that determining which one, even with your great guides, is intimidating! Thanks!
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Dont be overwhelmed. There is alot of options and it might take a couple trys to find what works best for you.
Well the thing about cig sized batteries, is that they just don't last that long. A good remedy for this, is that some models offer a Smart Pack. It's a rechargable mega battery. Most carry enough charge to recharge your ecig 4 times. You just screw the cig into the outlet hole, push the button, and about a half an hour later, you're charged. Most kits that include this give you two batteries. I'm using a similar set up, and I gotta say it takes care of me. I'm never without a charge.
For your inhale issues, I'm not sure, maybe a different brand would give you a better hit? The fuller your cartos are, the better the hit too. And for nicotine levels, try the 24 mg. That's what I use. Especially at first. A lot of people don't realize this, but there are more addictive substances in cigs than just the nicotine, and at least in my case, I needed a higher level to help me deal with that.
As for brands, I'd stay away from Blu. Personally I like the Volcano brand, the magma model specifically (the charge will last between a half and hour and an hour depending on how I draw, as opposed to the 20 minutes I tended to get with smaller batteries). This brand does come with the Smart Pack. Perhaps another user will chime in with other brand recs.
For your inhale issues, I'm not sure, maybe a different brand would give you a better hit? The fuller your cartos are, the better the hit too. And for nicotine levels, try the 24 mg. That's what I use. Especially at first. A lot of people don't realize this, but there are more addictive substances in cigs than just the nicotine, and at least in my case, I needed a higher level to help me deal with that.
As for brands, I'd stay away from Blu. Personally I like the Volcano brand, the magma model specifically (the charge will last between a half and hour and an hour depending on how I draw, as opposed to the 20 minutes I tended to get with smaller batteries). This brand does come with the Smart Pack. Perhaps another user will chime in with other brand recs.
Hello and welcome! The Riva, Tornado, and Ego are all pretty much the same unit only rebranded. I have all 3 of them and they all work pretty much the same with everything that I have and are all very popular units. Not only for their size which isn't HUGE, but provides more ooph to the hit and last much longer.
They can also be used with a variety of atomizers/cartomizers which, for most, tends to be personal preference and I'm sure you'll get a lot of recommendations. You'll probably want to try a variety of them in small quantities until you find what satisfies you.
I know it can seem a bit overwhelming. When I started vaping almost 3 years ago now, there was only a handful of models available and a few mods. There is much more variety now and improvements showing up daily on here. Try not to get too frustrated with it and you'll find your sweet spot.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate. Everyone here is really friendly and will help you all we can.
They can also be used with a variety of atomizers/cartomizers which, for most, tends to be personal preference and I'm sure you'll get a lot of recommendations. You'll probably want to try a variety of them in small quantities until you find what satisfies you.
I know it can seem a bit overwhelming. When I started vaping almost 3 years ago now, there was only a handful of models available and a few mods. There is much more variety now and improvements showing up daily on here. Try not to get too frustrated with it and you'll find your sweet spot.
If you have any questions, don't hesitate. Everyone here is really friendly and will help you all we can.
The Riva is a good choice IMHO for a semi-disposable. If you are open to suggestions, something with removable, rechargable batteries with a 510 connection may offer some versatility. There are some inexpensive variable voltage mods you can check out (madvapes, caged mods), the Reo is an amazing device for bottom feeding and there are models where you can use different batteries for different voltages.
If you would like to look at some different options check out the "pictures of your setup" link.
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/new-members-forum/225727-pictures-your-setup.html
If you would like to look at some different options check out the "pictures of your setup" link.
http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/new-members-forum/225727-pictures-your-setup.html
I'm new, too, so I don't have a ton of recommendations except to say that things got better once I upped the nic to 24. I use Vapor Titans and have three that I rotate throughout the day with different strenghths and flavors. Once I settle in a little more, I might look for something larger, but I like this system.
Keep reading is my opinion. I already regret buying a 510-t kit, its good, but ego-t USB XL with ego mega dual coil cartos is for me heaven ... untill I try something else 
. You just got to find for yourself what you like the most. But you can't go wrong with ego style battery and a 510 connection. If you just want to try stuff out, only get an USB battery, instead of a full kit and you can get a wide variety of cartos/tanks whatever you want
But what others may think, might not work for you. There is no wright or wrong here
. You just got to find for yourself what you like the most. But you can't go wrong with ego style battery and a 510 connection. If you just want to try stuff out, only get an USB battery, instead of a full kit and you can get a wide variety of cartos/tanks whatever you wantBut what others may think, might not work for you. There is no wright or wrong here
I've been vaping for 1.5 months and regret not getting a higher end model when I started. I would have saved a lot of time, money and effort but more importantly, I would have had a wonderful vaping experience from the get go. The only high end model I have is the Provari but there are others rumored to be just as good.
Welcome to ecf and congratulations on quitting smoking. Looking for the perfect PV is half the fun. I've tried most of them and my favorites are the Echo 650 or 1300 auto and for a manual the Go-Go 1300. There are lots of good setups though so have fun experimenting.
Ive been vaping for about a month or so now, and it is still somewhat overwhelming with all the manufactures, suppliers and middle men; juices, attys, different batteries, starter kits, so on and so forth, I started with a V2 kit and was very satisfied, recently received a G6 kit from Halo Cigs here in New Jersey. I actually prefer them to the V2, the carts are made better and use better quality materials, the vapor gives a richer, thicker, more replicated feel of smoke IMHO. I get strong metallic tastes from some of the V2 carts within the first ten puffs and some get burnt tasting rather quickly as well. The G6 kit was also significantly cheaper than the V2 cigs and replacement batteries are $15 rather than $25 (showing that paying more for something doesn't always mean its a better product). Today I did order a Tornado eGo-C kit from Totally Wicked and hopefully that goes well, I've heard/read a lot of good about them. Theres a lot to learn in the field of e-cigs and the learning and exploring will never stop. Good luck to all in their vaping endeavors!
If you're looking for a kit that resembles a cigarette I really like the Halocigs G6 kit, it is a nice solid build, with a rubberized matte finish and comes in a variety of colors. They have their own line of juices that are mixed here in the USA and are of one of the highest qualities around. I recommend the Tribeca from them for anyone who likes tobacco flavors, its a very mellow rich tobacco base with a very subtle fruity undertone. I like to keep it in the USA with my vendors whenever possible so I will try as many of them as possible. Happy Hunting!
If you're looking for a kit that resembles a cigarette I really like the Halocigs G6 kit, it is a nice solid build, with a rubberized matte finish and comes in a variety of colors. They have their own line of juices that are mixed here in the USA and are of one of the highest qualities around. I recommend the Tribeca from them for anyone who likes tobacco flavors, its a very mellow rich tobacco base with a very subtle fruity undertone. I like to keep it in the USA with my vendors whenever possible so I will try as many of them as possible.
Happy Hunting!
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Are models like the Provari or Prodigy V3 worth consideration? I like the look of them.
So I need to find an outer housing/battery assembly I like....
And I need to find an atomizer I like....
And then I need to find the vape fluid I like....
Am I right? Jeez this sounds crazy. If there is one high end model that is universally liked by everyone, what would you guys say it is?
So I need to find an outer housing/battery assembly I like....
And I need to find an atomizer I like....
And then I need to find the vape fluid I like....
Am I right? Jeez this sounds crazy. If there is one high end model that is universally liked by everyone, what would you guys say it is?
Before I would pay that much for a Provari I would make sure VV device is what I wanted. A L-Rider known by other names like Lavatube, Vtube, ect is much cheaper. You can get a complete kit for 60.00 from Apollo Starter Kits
The Provari has been around much longer and is well spoken of by most VV vapers and known as a premiere PV. I have a couple of VV PV's but find myself using my 3.7 v PV's more often.
The VV Mods are much larger than the standard 650 or 1300 fat bats.
I've had both the Provari and the Darwin recommended very highly to me by experienced vapers... and in the future, I'll probably look at them. But I'm not quite a month into this, and so as a starting point, I can definitely recommend eGo/Riva stuff. Both of those (among many other things) are 510-threaded, so there's lots of variability. With my eGo-T kit, I've been able to test a bunch of different things, among them standard cartomizers, the eGo tanks themselves (note: I've had some leaking issues, not insurmountable but a little annoying), the Riva-T (which is a clearomizer that I'm incredibly fond of right now), standard atomizers/drip tips, etc. As a starter kit, I honestly can't recommend them highly enough, if only because you CAN go around and experiment with different alternatives at a relatively reasonable price and find out what works best for you.
It's looking like I'm going to pick up a box mod next, but I'll probably still be using the eGo/Riva-type setup for a long while as well. I very quickly discovered that the minis (aka cigarette-shaped) options just aren't for me... although I now have a nice little supply of mini atomizers to tinker with from the starter kit I got of those.
I stumbled across a vapers' meet online (for the LA Vaper's Club) and went to it yesterday. The variety in that room was incredible -- from homemade custom mods all the way down to starter kits. One of the primary things I learned in that is that if you can find a group of vapers to meet up with, absolutely do so. I'm still processing everything I learned yesterday, and while I've got a very long way to go, it was a great way for me to taste juices from a number of companies, test out other people's kits (with the drip-tip I brought with me, that is) and the like. Look around ECF for local groups to you. Also check Facebook. There's a lot more groups than I anticipated.
It's looking like I'm going to pick up a box mod next, but I'll probably still be using the eGo/Riva-type setup for a long while as well. I very quickly discovered that the minis (aka cigarette-shaped) options just aren't for me... although I now have a nice little supply of mini atomizers to tinker with from the starter kit I got of those.
I stumbled across a vapers' meet online (for the LA Vaper's Club) and went to it yesterday. The variety in that room was incredible -- from homemade custom mods all the way down to starter kits. One of the primary things I learned in that is that if you can find a group of vapers to meet up with, absolutely do so. I'm still processing everything I learned yesterday, and while I've got a very long way to go, it was a great way for me to taste juices from a number of companies, test out other people's kits (with the drip-tip I brought with me, that is) and the like. Look around ECF for local groups to you. Also check Facebook. There's a lot more groups than I anticipated.
Before I would pay that much for a Provari I would make sure VV device is what I wanted. A L-Rider known by other names like Lavatube, Vtube, ect is much cheaper. You can get a complete kit for 60.00 from Apollo Starter Kits
The Provari has been around much longer and is well spoken of by most VV vapers and known as a premiere PV. I have a couple of VV PV's but find myself using my 3.7 v PV's more often.
The VV Mods are much larger than the standard 650 or 1300 fat bats.
I would second this. Try the Lavatube variable volt complete kit for $60. When and if you want to move up, you can get a mod that uses the same 18650 batteries/charger. Either keep the lavatube as backup or sell it.
Personally, i feel, a pv is like any other electronic gadget tt u could own. It stills boils down to functionality, performance and lastly, design (if cost is not a factor).
So, after researching for days (or was it a week or two?) and registering after i've finally gotten over all tt research, this is what i've got:
1. Functionality: my lavatube is my go-to pv
2. Performance: my big kazoo gives me a good 5v vaping experience
3. Design: u might want a stealthy device, an analog-looking one or whatever u fancy. I'd put e GG as a design i'd like to own (once they come in stock!).
So, after researching for days (or was it a week or two?) and registering after i've finally gotten over all tt research, this is what i've got:
1. Functionality: my lavatube is my go-to pv
2. Performance: my big kazoo gives me a good 5v vaping experience
3. Design: u might want a stealthy device, an analog-looking one or whatever u fancy. I'd put e GG as a design i'd like to own (once they come in stock!).
Apparently, Kanger Horizontal coil cartomizers provide an analogy vape...
Kanger Horizontal Coil Cartomizer demo and how to fill - YouTube
Kanger Horizontal Coil Cartomizer demo and how to fill - YouTube
I feel that if you try this, and try that, to see if you like VV, you could have bought a Provari for about the same cost. IF it turns out that you don't like the higher voltages, you can just use your Provari at 3.7 volts, and in addition, have a very sturdy, long lasting PV with a great warranty that will not quit on you. In addition to the variable volt capability, you would not be limited in what you could try as far as bits and pieces. If you should decide to quit vaping entirely, you could sell it in the Classies for almost what you paid for it. That plus is not always possible with the lower end PVs.
People always talk about the size and weight of the Provari as a negative. I don't find that it is too big and I have small hands. I also find the weight, such as it is, comforting. My other two PVs, 2 Reos Woodvils are not light weight either, so perhaps I was conditioned to like heavier /sturdy PVs.
People always talk about the size and weight of the Provari as a negative. I don't find that it is too big and I have small hands. I also find the weight, such as it is, comforting. My other two PVs, 2 Reos Woodvils are not light weight either, so perhaps I was conditioned to like heavier /sturdy PVs.
So after browsing a lot of data here and elsewhere, I decided to go with PureSmoker.com. People on this forum have bragged a lot about not only their products, but their customer service, and so I figured I would go with them. Their stuff being made from scratch in the USA was a big plus with me too. I plan to continue vaping for a long time...especially given it has allowed me to stop normal smoking. I don't mind spending a few bucks extra but I hate buying an entry or middle-of-the-road kit only to upgrade it a few months later as I see that being money I could have spent towards a nicer one. I purchased an ICON...the size seems like it will work for me and reviews seemed to justify the price. I went for the 510 adapter and will be using standard 510 Boge cartomizers with drip tips (I was torn on cartomizers v. atomizers but I think the cartomizers will work better as they need to be re-juiced less often, right?). I purchased about 10 different small bottles of e-liquids from them and Halo so I can see which ones I like best. I also went for 2 extra batteries (totaling 4) (a charger is included with the kit), a maintenance kit, a carry case, 15 cartomizers total, and 2 different style drip tips. Is there anything else I need at this point? This is a great site, thanks so much!
One more silly question...I assume most people here will not use the same cartomizer with different fluids, unless they are very similar due to tastes being mixed, right? Thanks!
One more silly question...I assume most people here will not use the same cartomizer with different fluids, unless they are very similar due to tastes being mixed, right? Thanks!
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