Vape-heads? Do You Vape?

[uncommondialogue]

Merry, I got 8 different flavors from ECBlend, including 3 of their different Dragon Blood mixes. I have only used the sample Twinkie so far as I am letting the others steep longer. Got them on the 8'th but don't know how long I can keep my hands off trying more of those flavors right now. I shake the bottles daily and usually do a "quick steep" hot bath on them every day too. Just take the bottles and put them in a ziplic bag, then in another ziploc bag so you don't take the chance of getting the labels wet. Then run very hot tap water over them (I use a big mixing bow to put the bag inl) and let it stay for about 15 minutes. That will help steep them faster and don't forget to shake the bottles daily. Also, taking off the cap and the little rubber tip and letting it stay in a cool area out of light makes it steep quicker too.
I am going to start dripping too as so many say it is a better flavor. ECBlend has the best prices on equipment and juices I have found.
I also got a couple of the blunt tip syringes to fill my cartomizers and clearomizers...much easier to fill that way.
If you upgrade to a new system, merry, I highly recommend the EGo-C Twist, with variable voltage. You can crank the voltage up and it is divine. I got mine at SmokeyStick.com. Got the 2 Ego-C and 1 Ego-C Twist starter kits for $100 total including their $20 shipping charge. Even at that price, it is cheaper than any other site I've seen.
Will give reviews of the other flavors when I try them, merry. Can hardly wait to get my Alice In Vapeland 16 count sampler!

[Loren_Q]

Hardware/Vendor review:
I just got my eGo-VV from Apollo and I'm totally loving it. I do still use my pen-style batteries, they're less noticeable while stealth-vaping.

I've gotten all my gear from Apollo, mostly cause they've gotten good reviews/ratings, they're a local company and their customer service is excellent.

They didn't have a VV starter kit, so I just bought the battery (http://www.apolloecigs.com/ego-varia...e-p/abegov.htm), 2 CE4 clearomizers (Stardust) and a converter so I could use my existing cartomizers on the VV. Apollo often has discount coupons and I took advantage of that. Oh, and shipping's free on orders over $30. My total was $40.08.

I've noticed that if you've already got some hardware, buying a starter kit may not be the best bet (but may be). You may not need a 2nd wall charger or car charger, you may not need the included clearos/cartos if you already have the correctly threaded ones. If you've got juice, you like, you may not need to get that either.

Anyway, I'm totally loving my VV, I like the digital readout and battery life indicator, but I'm geeky that way.

What has been a fail for me is the clearomizers; they really mute the flavor of my juice. Now my cartos on the VV.... heaven.

So I'll be buying more 510 blank cartos and trying different tank types cause even thought I don't mind loading cartos, it would be nice to not have to as often.

Juice reviews:
Disclaimer - taste/flavor is really subjective.

Apollo's juices are okay, I've had better. Of their flavors I like RY4 and Tobacco. I think they're pricy but given I'm not a fan I would think that.

Heather's Heavenly Vapes - big fan here. They're my go-to Vanilla (Vanilla Dream), tobacco (Legend) and coffee (Mocha Java smooth). They also have this really, really good vanilla mint. I've also tried (and like) the pear and this thing called Angels Kiss which is a cool, fruity thing.

EC Blends - my 'best bang for the buck' juice. I lurve their menthol (New Harbor). I like their Vanilla and they have a very good RY4. I've tried a few of the Dragon series, but only Dragon's Milk appealed to me (think of a mild horchata).

Surprisingly, the bacon was good, except it didn't taste like bacon - it tasted like maple, but smells like bacon and that worked for me. I may not buy it again but it was fun.

Tasty Vapors is one I'm going to be trying. One co-worker swears by these guys and I've gotten a few hits of some of the flavors. They have the most ass-kicking cinnamon (atomic cinnacide) and it will crack a tank so be careful. The mango ice cream is one I'll be buying as well.

Call me blasphemous, but I'm not a fan of AiV. Of the 16 flavors I've tried there were only 2 I'd consider getting again. I liked Twas Brilling (blackberry crumble) and would definitely get that again, the other was Frost Blossom (mandarin-menthol) and I might get that again.

I don't think it's AiV as much as me liking stronger flavors. I find AiV too subtle for my tastes.

[uncommondialogue]

Thanks for the info on that Ego-VV...looks interesting with a high variable voltage range. I watched a video review on it and the guy said it isn;t a true pass through battery as you can't vape while it is charging??? Let me know if that is the case.

Still waiting on my Alice In Vapeland order...they have such a LONG time until deliveries. Hope I don't experience a low taste of them like you indicated. That site Tasy Vapaor sure has great prices on their juices. Might order some to try...holy Batman a 29 ml bottle for that price is awesome. If you ordered some, let us know what your experience is with those.

[Loren_Q]

Originally Posted by uncommondialogue

Thanks for the info on that Ego-VV...looks interesting with a high variable voltage range. I watched a video review on it and the guy said it isn;t a true pass through battery as you can't vape while it is charging??? Let me know if that is the case.

Still waiting on my Alice In Vapeland order...they have such a LONG time until deliveries. Hope I don't experience a low taste of them like you indicated. That site Tasy Vapaor sure has great prices on their juices. Might order some to try...holy Batman a 29 ml bottle for that price is awesome. If you ordered some, let us know what your experience is with those.

The video said if the battery was all the way gone you can't use it while charging, I've not tried that. I have done pass-thru, but I've still had some charge on the battery, and it works just fine that way.

A lot of folks really love AiV, so I'm saying it's me and liking stronger "Here, let me wake you up or kick you in the butt" types of flavors.

I'm planning on ordering from Tasty Vapor next month as I just got my Heather's Heavenly vape juice 2 days ago. I can say I really like the Mango Ice Cream, I'm not particularly a fruit-juicer but my coworker gave me the last of his (about 2ml) and it was really nice.

[meridiantoo]

Originally Posted by Loren_Q

Hardware/Vendor review:
I just got my eGo-VV from Apollo and I'm totally loving it. I do still use my pen-style batteries, they're less noticeable while stealth-vaping.

I've gotten all my gear from Apollo, mostly cause they've gotten good reviews/ratings, they're a local company and their customer service is excellent.

They didn't have a VV starter kit, so I just bought the battery (http://www.apolloecigs.com/ego-varia...e-p/abegov.htm), 2 CE4 clearomizers (Stardust) and a converter so I could use my existing cartomizers on the VV. Apollo often has discount coupons and I took advantage of that. Oh, and shipping's free on orders over $30. My total was $40.08.

Anyway, I'm totally loving my VV, I like the digital readout and battery life indicator, but I'm geeky that way.

What has been a fail for me is the clearomizers; they really mute the flavor of my juice. Now my cartos on the VV.... heaven.

So I'll be buying more 510 blank cartos and trying different tank types cause even thought I don't mind loading cartos, it would be nice to not have to as often.

I have a couple of questions. I am looking at this EGo VV unit for purchase and wondering a couple of things:

1) Do you need the converter for 510 threaded cartos on this unit?

2) Can you use dual-coil 510 cartos on it? Have you tried these?

3) Does this unit come with a wall charger or only a pass-through USB charger? Did you get the 6-hour or 12-hour unit?

4) When using single-coil 510 cartos, does this unit burn through the liquid really fast? I refill mine on a pen-style battery every half hour or so.

Thank you for the info your provided!

[meridiantoo]

I am doing research on liquids and wondering if anyone has tried DIY mixing? I am curious if you can do this with all liquids, or if you need to know what you are mixing first LOL

[meridiantoo]

I was shopping around for different options/e-cig sellers, and found this website - Stormy's Vapor Cellar at http://stormysvaporcellar.com/oc_1/i...e=common/home"

They have really good prices on accessories and found on the clearance items page a 4ml or 6ml 510 threaded cartomizer for only 3.99. Plus, this site has concentrated flavors (called capella flavors) and 100% or 48% nicotine juice to mix your own/DIY mixing. Among their flavors are juicy fruit, popcorn, and graham cracker along with the usuals.

The reviews give raves on their customer service with fast shipping.

[meridiantoo]

I am looking at the eGo twist 1100mAh and the eGo VV (650 mAh or 1200 mAh) and comparing them for price, battery charge length, battery life, etc. This is what I am finding:

1) The eGo C twist has a voltage output of 3.2 to 4.8, while the eGo VV has a voltage output of 3.0 to 6.0.

2) The eGo VV has a battery charge length of up to 6 hours for the smaller model and up to 12 hours for the larger model, while the twist has up to 3 hours charge.

3) Neither states the expected battery life, so that's not helpful.

4) At the apollo site, the smaller model of 650 mAh is on sale right now for $34.95 with USB passthrough and $44.95 for the 1200 model. In addition, there is an April sale code for 17% off the entire order on top of the sale price. Shipping is free. The smokeystick.com site has the eGo C twist kit with USB passthrough, 1 tank, cover and base for $32.95 with paid shipping.

[Kobi]

Just started looking into vaping and my head is spinning with all the info.

Is there a site that explains all the lingo/terminology that is eluding my comprehension?

Just noticed there is a vaping store in town and will check them out.

[Loren_Q]

My answers below in green italics

Originally Posted by meridiantoo

I have a couple of questions. I am looking at this EGo VV unit for purchase and wondering a couple of things:

1) Do you need the converter for 510 threaded cartos on this unit?

No, like most eGo's, this is 510 threaded already. I needed a converter because my cig-alikes are 906 threading

2) Can you use dual-coil 510 cartos on it? Have you tried these?

I have not tried dual-coil, but I don't see any reason they wouldn't work. From what I gather, it's not a matter of single or dual coil as much as it is about carto resistance. And variable voltage can manage that.

3) Does this unit come with a wall charger or only a pass-through USB charger? Did you get the 6-hour or 12-hour unit?

Just the pass through cable, but if you've previously purchased a starter kit (or a smartphone), you probably already have USB wall charger. If not, they're not that expensive. I got the 6 hour because of the size.

4) When using single-coil 510 cartos, does this unit burn through the liquid really fast? I refill mine on a pen-style battery every half hour or so.

I don't know how to answer that, I think it's more based on how you vape. There's a lot of variables, the most import being how much you puff in that 30mins. Is it 100 puffs? 300? A 1ML carto on my pen style lasts me an hour, same on the VV.

Thank you for the info your provided!