Another newbie advice please!

[maxthefrog]

hi all!

I have been thinking of trying e-cigs, and have been reading up on them and looked through this forum for advice. My head's spinning now! lol
Basically, I have come to the conclusion that I want a Riva 501, possibly from Liberty Flights as it seems to be the cheapest out there with the discount code for 1st orders.
I will also get 2 x 5ml juice to start with from same site i think.

I don't have a big budget, so I would like to know what else I will need to be set up for at least a couple of months. Extra atomisers I think? Do I need extra batteries? And how much juice do I need, considering I currently smoke about 20 rollies a day? The start-up cost is putting me off a bit at the moment to be honest...

I would really appreciate any advice!

[River]

Hi max
i got a new ego-t for sale with extras
£40.00 delivered if interested

[Dell]

Sounds like you've done your homework well Max

I would go ahead and order, you will need to order some more juice after a few days as 10mls won't last too long, but you have enough there to get ya started.

You can make a more informed decision on juice after you've tried two juices.

As a rough guide 3mls of juice per day is normally plenty

[collie2011]

Dell i'd go mad if I went through that much juice in a day lol. The ego that River is selling is almost the same as a Riva, I think, and he was offering a fair bit of stuff with it too.

[maxthefrog]

Thanks all for replying! So I would need to order more juice soon then, that's ok as it's quite cheap anyway. What about atomisers and batteries, ie: how many do I need to be ok for a couple of months? Also, will the 10 empty cartridges supplied with the kit last me that long? How often can you refill a cart before having to replace it?

River, thank you for your offer! I think I would be more comfortable buying from a shop at this point...newbie paranoia and all! lol Cheers though. x

[River]

its brand new never been used.purchased from camperman (electravapes)
offer stands if interested

[Dell]

Jul 10, 2011 16:58:58 GMT collie2011 said:

Dell i'd go mad if I went through that much juice in a day lol. The ego that River is selling is almost the same as a Riva, I think, and he was offering a fair bit of stuff with it too.

hahahaha well I go though about 7mls a day but I know that isn't normal lol

The offer from river is indeed a good one and I know river to be a good trustworthy guy but a random guy who's new to the forum doesn't know that and I thought max was more after reassurances that his purchase was a reasonable one.

His choice of who/where to buy from is indeed his choice.

BTW welcome to the forum Max and good luck on making the switch to e-cigs

[deesigner]

If you're going to be buying a kit then it will come with 2 batteries, 2 atomizers and all the other stuff you need. I'd be tempted to buy a couple of extra atomizers to be going on with.

The empty catridges are just that and will last for ages. You put foam filler in them (they will come with the filler in) then fill them with juice, around 8 - 10 drops or until the filler is wet.

You can buy new filler for pennies. Although you may find that once you get started a cartomizer will be a better bet as they're far less faff free.

As for eliquid I would be tempted to buy around 20 - 30 ml in different flavours, this way you can have a play around and see what you prefer.

My friend bought her first ecig last week, she's saved over £50 in fags in just under a week, so it's well worth the initial outlay

[Dell]

Jul 10, 2011 17:05:08 GMT maxthefrog said:

Thanks all for replying! So I would need to order more juice soon then, that's ok as it's quite cheap anyway. What about atomisers and batteries, ie: how many do I need to be ok for a couple of months? Also, will the 10 empty cartridges supplied with the kit last me that long? How often can you refill a cart before having to replace it?

River, thank you for your offer! I think I would be more comfortable buying from a shop at this point...newbie paranoia and all! lol Cheers though. x

Well Batteries will probably be fine for a few months, maybe more.

Atties ( atomisers ) you'll probably need to budget on 1 per week many people get longer than this but this is a safe place to start.

The empty carts ( cartridges ) can be washed out and reused so will last for ages - so no worries there.

Try the kit and juice you've decided on ( whether that be from river, LF or someone else ) If your gettin on well then you can ask here for advise and do a little more research on other stuff as you go.

[maxthefrog]

Hi Deesigner, thank you for your advice. I've looked cartomisers up, and now I'm confused...lol Do you use them instead of a cartridge, or instead of an atomiser? Or is it 2 in 1?
The way I think I understand it is it's a cart with a much bigger capacity...is that it?

[Dell]

Jul 10, 2011 17:21:51 GMT maxthefrog said:

Hi Deesigner, thank you for your advice. I've looked cartomisers up, and now I'm confused...lol Do you use them instead of a cartridge, or instead of an atomiser? Or is it 2 in 1?
The way I think I understand it is it's a cart with a much bigger capacity...is that it?

A cartomiser is an atty and a cart all in one - That's a little simplified explanation but good enough for the moment.

With the starter kits you basically get the atties and carts for free - so you may as well try them. Then if you getting on well with it you can decide on whether you want to try cartomisers or get some more spare atties and what juices u may like to try over the coming days an weeks.

[VE Jason]

Hi maxthefrog and welcome

Cartomisers are a cheaper option to atomisers and cartridges with less faffing.

You have made a good choice with The Riva, it's ideal for a new starter.

[bel]

Hi and welcome Max

[maxthefrog]

Ok, I get it now, thank you! How long would a cartomiser last then? If they last as long as a normal atomiser, then I can see how they are much better value!

[Dell]

BTW max there is a internet TV show on at 8pm tonight called Vapour Trails Talk. You can ask the presenters, and the people in the chat questions and they'll answer them for you live. You can even ring the show live. The presenters will show and explain the products to you.

It would be idea for you and it's also a lot of fun

here's a link for ya:

www.vapourtrails.tv/?page_id=41

hope to see you there.

been there a little early to ask you question(s) is recommended