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Post by reefcat on Aug 22, 2015 13:29:51 GMT
Looks like 2 of us posted this link at the same time, could a mod please delete this one to avoid duplication - Thanks - Bob
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Post by reefcat on Aug 22, 2015 13:19:35 GMT
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Post by reefcat on Aug 19, 2015 22:06:34 GMT
We all talk about the evils of the Big T cigalikes, BUT how many of you started on a cigalike? I remember buying my Skycig pack and thinking it was quite dinky at the time. We all now know how poor they are compared to "proper" vaping kit, but I suspect that they are the gateway into vaping for many smokers looking to quit.
Sure I saw some US statistics suggesting that 44% of all Ecig sales in the US were cigalikes, and to be honest it wouldn't surprise me to see a similar percentage for the UK. So whilst I'm sure we'd all agree that they are crap compared to a good dripper on a TC mod, many existing smokers wouldn't be able to make that leap straight away.
So IMHO I think they have a place as a stepping stone. Our many vaping reviewers should be looking at them and passing comment, they should be criticized, their flavours should be improved, and with some improvement they might be useful as a starter.
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Post by reefcat on Aug 19, 2015 20:18:08 GMT
I'm imagining the headlines when a homebrewer sells their juice & they've used 72mg Nic instead of 7mg Nic as a base.
However, I also wouldn't want to see any more daft regulation either.
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Post by reefcat on Aug 19, 2015 16:31:54 GMT
I joined a few DIY mixing groups on FB when I returned to vaping a few months ago. Since then I've seen what I consider to be a slightly worrying trend with some new, usually, but not always younger vapers. Here's how it goes when they join the group.
Week 1 - Hi just started vaping and wanting to get into mixing my own, because I can't afford Cosmic Fogs latest masterpiece. Where can I buy a good starter kit? Week 2 - What's a good clone recipe for (insert juice of your choice) Week 3 - Where can I get bulk concentrates & nic from Week 4 - Who does large quantities of juice bottles cheap Week 5 - I want 500 waterproof labels and a brilliant design for my new range of juices Week 6 - My new juice range will blow your mind only £18.00 for 30ml roll up
I have seen something like this almost every day, some are just making up one shot concentrates like T Juice, others are taking clone recipes and selling then on the open market.
I don't have a problem with people selling DIY juice to family & friends, & I'm sure that many take precautions and are mixing some good stuff. I'm equally sure that many are after making a quick buck and will not have followed good practice of cleanliness & contamination control.
I think there's a danger that one of these juice magnates will do some damage to vaping one day.
Am I overly sensitive?
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Post by reefcat on Aug 19, 2015 15:53:08 GMT
I've been poncing about wondering what my next TC mod is going to be. Have an IPV 4S that seems pretty good, but going to wait for the DNA 200 to hit our shores properly, love the idea of the config on the pC. The XCube2 has an android app and does it via bluetooth connection ![:D](//storage.proboards.com/2973975/images/30yfTjP3QPippj7hX3wK.gif) I did have an order in for one of them with Gearbest, but it was taking ages to ship & my phone is clockwork. So cancelled & now have money burning a hole in my GB wallet, sure it won't stay there for long ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/smiley.png)
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Post by reefcat on Aug 19, 2015 15:16:06 GMT
Whilst they would never admit it, the Portuguese government tends to follow Spain's lead. So I'm expecting similar legislation to follow over here. I've also had a business here in Portugal and suffered similar issues to FreedomVape However, it's a great place to retire to as long as you don't have any business interests here. Sadly many vaping shops have closed down & there are very few good online retailers of vape gear, so most of my stuff comes from the UK & China. There is already a tax on nicotine so when I next stock up I will try and get someone to bring it over for me from the UK.
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Post by reefcat on Aug 19, 2015 15:07:33 GMT
I've been poncing about wondering what my next TC mod is going to be. Have an IPV 4S that seems pretty good, but going to wait for the DNA 200 to hit our shores properly, love the idea of the config on the pC.
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Post by reefcat on Aug 17, 2015 21:43:00 GMT
Damn - wish I hadn't opened this thread....
Can you get the dual coil rebuildable decks yet?
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Post by reefcat on Aug 17, 2015 21:12:58 GMT
I saw this too, wouldn't surprise me if Portugal followed suit ![:(](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/sad.png)
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Post by reefcat on Aug 17, 2015 19:35:35 GMT
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Post by reefcat on Aug 12, 2015 19:29:15 GMT
You did do me a good turn, always good to have alternative suppliers on tap. Thank you toots
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Post by reefcat on Aug 12, 2015 17:56:39 GMT
Thank you toots added to my favourites to have a look at. Just did a concentrate order to the Ecig Shop, postage about a fiver if you keep below £45.00 or so. Just had a quick look, they're a bit pricey, but may be offset by cheaper shipping. Ta muchly ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/smiley.png)
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Post by reefcat on Aug 12, 2015 16:50:46 GMT
Agreeing with kreed here, it's about the journey. Every time you think you're getting there along comes another dripper, or TC technology, or a new range of flavours. Long may it continue ![:)](//storage.proboards.com/forum/images/smiley/smiley.png)
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