tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7383705456807549432024-03-05T12:14:54.156-08:00Vaping Reviews by NickPhoto-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-6029794848406668732014-01-27T14:19:00.001-08:002014-01-27T14:19:29.461-08:00Tumblr and Blogger WoesHey vapers! I just wanted to let you all know I started a Tumblr account for vaping related stuff called Daily Vape, if you want to check it out, <a href="http://www.dailyvape.tumblr.com/">click here</a>. I know I have been slacking a lot with this blog and I want your opinion as to wether or not I should keep posting. A lot has changed since my last post so if you all are still reading this, let me know and I will continue posting. Hope everyone is having a great 2014 and as always, happy vaping!<br />
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<br />Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-24525604650517521872013-03-25T09:07:00.001-07:002013-03-25T09:07:07.939-07:00Back on the Grind- ProVari V2 ReviewSorry I haven't been posting lately, I'm in the process of moving out as well as working on various projects so I've been very busy. That being said, let's get on with the review!<br />
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I had always dreamed of owning a <a href="http://www.provape.com/">ProVari</a> from the moment I first saw them. After getting my first variable voltage mod, I was a little disappointed in the craftsmanship that was put into it so I sought after any means to get a better PV. It wasn't long after that I saw one of my instagram followers (@lito714) had got the chrome version that they sold as a "blemished" model. I asked him about it and he said other than the fact that there was no ProVari logo on it, it was fine and for 20% off! So nevertheless I purchased one a few days later. When it came in there were no distinguishable marks, scratches or defects although it was sold as a blemished model; it even had the logo on it. I was very excited and couldn't wait to use it.<br />
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After putting it through its paces I've noticed some things I absolutely love and some things I don't particularly like. First being the single button set up; after using a lava tube knock off for some time, the single button is tough to get used to especially since they don't give you a written instruction manual. Some of the commands are pretty obvious like Pu and Pd (power up and power down) but I had to search the internet to understand the rest. The only bad thing about the single button is that sometimes I skip the menu item by accident having to cycle all the way through the other commands but it's definitely not a "deal breaker" for me. One really cool thing about the ProVari is that is has in a built in battery voltage and atomizer ohm checking function which comes in handy when you have multiple atty/carto setups. This device is tough as nails, I've dropped it, spilled e-liquid on it, left it in a cold car overnight, etc and it keeps on kicking. In fact, it's so heavy and solid, if I was ever mugged, I could fend off an attacker with it. The batteries last a long time, I go days without charging a single battery. The lighted button blinks when your battery is lower than 3.5v which can get a little annoying since it will last until you get down to 3.2v but very helpful since I hate being without a fresh battery.<br />
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Only a few drawbacks to mention, first being the fact that it isn't eGo threaded and doesn't accept Vision clearomizers without an adapter. I was a little bummed because I thought it was based on the pictures I've seen. It's a bit heavy, and this is coming from someone who owns an AltSmoke Silver Bullet! The chrome version is a scratch magnet, I would strongly recommend a case or at least some sort of sleeve if you're planning on carrying it in your pocket. The simplistic menu system is a bit hard to understand/read but after a while you get used to it. My only other note about the ProVari is that the button isn't recessed like on the Silver Bullet so it could potentially go off in your pocket but the likelihood of that is slim to none since the resistance of the button is fairly high.<br />
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On the next ProVari model, I hope it will have eGo threads as well as a 3 digit screen. The button issue I had mentioned could also be something to consider for the V3. Other than that, everything else is great!<br />
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If you haven't noticed, I'm more of a subjective reviewer. If you prefer numbers and techy stuff, there are plenty of reviews on YouTube that will go into much more detail. If you have any questions about vaping, mods or anything else, feel free to comment below!<br />
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Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-30130419170540613112013-02-17T11:14:00.000-08:002013-02-17T11:14:25.350-08:00Vapemail Special!Last week I ordered a bunch of juice because I've been vaping like a fiend and was going through a good chunk of my stockpile. I decided to try a vanilla and coffee flavor from <a href="http://www.vikingvapor.com/">Viking Vapor</a>, some fruity blends from <a href="http://rawrvapor.com/">Rawr Vapor</a> and some of my favorites from <a href="http://fuzionvapor.com/">FuZion Vapor</a>. I also got an extra special present from my good buddy Shane from FuZion which included a t-shirt, gold foil sticker and a bottle of an unreleased flavor (thanks buddy!) I've also been giving out small bottles of juice to my fellow vapers since I now have a stockpile of empty bottles. Furthermore, I've decided to only purchase bigger bottles of my favorite flavors and on occasion try some new flavors in smaller bottles and share my favs with the masses. If you would like a sample of something I have, send me an email and cover the cost of shipping and ill send you some juice: photoagogostudio@yahoo.com<br />
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<b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Viking Vapor</span></b><br />
I haven't tried a lot from Viking, but their juice is pretty good. Not the best, not the worst, somewhere in between. Previously, I tried their peach flavor which tasted like peach rings you get from the convenience store for 2/$1 which isn't actually a bad thing. The vanilla is very sweet and would be a good addition to a tobacco flavor if you like to do some custom mixing. Since I got it, it has darkened up quite a bit and I expect it to taste stronger when it has fully steeped. The coffee flavor is decent. When you order, they tell you to put how you like your coffee in the comments section and they will custom mix it to your taste. I'm a simple man and I like my coffee with cream and sugar so that's what I put and what I got was not exactly what I expected but it was ok. Not as sweet or smooth as I was hoping but it's still enjoyable on occasion. I wouldn't recommend vaping this with your morning coffee seeing as how it doesn't match up as well as I thought it would. Nevertheless, for $10 for a 30ml, how can you go wrong?<br />
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I love love LOVE their custom mixes and customer creations and, as you all know, I love juice with weird names which Rawr is practically known for. I purchased BaZingah, Sweet Dreams, Strawberry Cantaloupe, AuRAWRa, Dawn of Truth and Strapple. BaZingah is a nice watermelon tropical mix, Sweet Dreams is pretty much strawberry kiwi with a weird name, AuRAWRa is a sweet kiwi pineapple with menthol, Dawn of Truth is tropical banana and coconut and Strapple is strawberry apple. So far, I have not had a bad flavor from Rawr, although Sweet Dreams and Strawberry Cantaloupe could use a bit of a flavor boost. Then again, I usually don't have Rawr's juices long enough to properly steep. Plus if you're a menthol lover, Mike offers a free menthol add on to ANY of his juice!<br />
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I've been a fuzionhead for some time now and Shane is constantly blowing me away with some of his flavor combinations and overall quality of his juice. I ordered Chuck Norris Blood, Purple Pieman and Endless Summer plus he sent me a bottle of Doom Berry in a care package (thanks again buddy!) Purple Pieman has now stolen the top spot on my favorite e-juice list, with XTC and Unicorn Blood in a close second. I haven't had the 15ml I ordered for more than a week and it's already almost gone. Chuck Norris Blood never disappoints, smooth and sweet strawberry with a subtle hint of white chocolate. Endless Summer (strawberry lemonade) could use a flavor boost and I plan on choosing that option when ordering my next batch but still a great winter pick-me-up. The new flavor, Doom Berry, reminded me of Halloween as a kid opening up a box of Good N' Plenty's. I was baffled by the name for a while so I had to shoot Shane an email to find out what it was supposed to taste like. He said it was his take on another popular flavor with hints of berry and anise. I haven't fully tested this juice but I will say, for someone that's not a big licorice fan, I find this juice rather enjoyable. I look forward to filling up a tank of this stuff.<br />
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Do you look forward to getting vapemail as much as I do? What are some of your favorite juice vendors? Let me know in the comments below!<br />
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Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-88922611272078002962013-01-16T10:57:00.000-08:002013-01-16T10:57:34.606-08:00Atomizer vs. Clearomizer vs. CartomizerWelcome ladies and gentlemen to the ultimate vaping showdown! This topic has been cause for arguments for a while now; what is the best way to vape? There's really no simple answer to that question because everyone has very specific needs and different preferences but I can give you insight on several different ways I have used these devices and my experiences with them.<br />
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I started off using a small standard 510 battery with an atomizer and a drip tip, dripping 3-5 drops at a time which lasted about 10 puffs. The good thing about using an atomizer is you can change the flavor the second it runs out without having a lot of residual flavor being left over. So if you have flavor ADD like I do, this is a great thing to have to at least change things up from time to time. Since I also purchase a lot of different flavors and I love getting new juice, I like to try them all the second I get vapemail. I usually keep a few of these around for trying new juices, changing things up a bit and experimenting with mixing flavors. The bad thing about atomizers is that if you don't calculate how much liquid is left you can get a lot of dry hits that taste awful and can damage your atomizer. It's always good practice to keep them wet but it can be a hassle when you're constantly getting dry hits or overfilling them. Atomizers last a long time and they're easy to clean which is good considering some can be $5-7. So if you prefer to change flavors and mix them frequently, an atomizer is a good choice for you.<br />
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When I use the term clearomizer, I mean wick tanks because that's essentially what a clearomizer is but the category is slightly larger than that. In my experience I haven't had the best luck using any wick device. I'm not saying they're bad, just saying that I have my own preference however, I know a lot of people that love them and use them all the time and my opinion about them remains unbiased. From using these for a while I can say with confidence that they're a good option for someone who's trying to get a little more out of their PV. They work great on eGo devices and Vivi Nova tanks work and look great on lavatube PV's. I do own several clearos and a Nova tank so I gave them a fair and thorough testing as I do all my devices. Some pros are they're inexpensive (about $6), they last for a while, are easy to clean/use and they look nice on a lot of devices. Cons are they are prone to cracking, flavor seems slightly muted and have unpredictable variable resistance. If you're purchasing an eGo system and don't want to get a tank, consider a clearomizer as a slightly cheaper alternative and it will look damn good too.<br />
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Finally, we have cartomizers; one of my favorite ways to vape with or without a tank. A cartomizer is essentially an atomizing coil wrapped in fiber fill to absorb liquid and keep the coil wet with your flavor of choice. They have several varieties including XL-5XL, shorty, mega, low resistance, dual coil, etc. Personally, I use them in my tanks and I usually cut my own holes via a dremel tool or a carto punch. You can use them with anything from a small standard 510 battery to a mod like the Silver Bullet or the ProVari (although it will look a little silly on the bigger mods.) They're relatively cheap ($1.50+) and they last for about 8 fills. Cleaning them can be a bit tricky because the fiber fill absorbs so much of the liquid but if you run some water through it and blow it out, it will work just fine. One drawback of using a carto is the fact that you can't change flavors on the fly. You really have to be set with one flavor for about 80-100 puffs, otherwise you're stuck cleaning it out and wasting juice. These are good for anyone using a tank, that wants to vape for a while without stopping to fill or just want to try something new. These are good for anyone, and seeing as they're so cheap, I recommend you order a couple just to try them.<br />
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That about wraps it up, if you have any questions, please feel free to comment below and I will answer them. I need your feedback to keep me motivated to post more often!<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">DISCLAIMER: I bought this device for my own use and for testing purposes. All opinions are my own and are for educational purposes.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">Follow me on twitter and instagram: @photoagogo</span></span>Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-46066169606089227212013-01-01T16:49:00.000-08:002013-01-01T16:49:45.574-08:00New Years Resolutions- New Year, New YouHello everyone, sorry I haven't been writing as much as I used to but with the holidays and all, blogging is low on the priority list. Anyways, here we are in 2013, a new year, a fresh start. With my 1 year vape anniversary coming up, I find myself looking back and thinking how awesome it feels to be smoke free.<br />
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If you're a newcomer to my blog, thanks for reading. I write this for anyone who wants a little information on the products that are available to you that will help you become a more informed vaper. Wether you've tried using a convenience store e-cig or similar product with negative results or you just want to give quitting smoking one more shot, I can say with confidence that electronic cigarettes were the reason I haven't picked up a cig in nearly a year.<br />
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Over the next year, I will make sure to blog more, make videos and I might start giving away some free juice to worthy recipients. So keep checking back for more updates, reviews, sneak peeks and lots more! Happy New Year everyone, let's all try to keep those resolutions and kick the habit!<br />
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As I previously stated, I was never into vaping my baked goods but I have to say, this juice has completely changed my mind! It's sweet and cinnamony goodness all in vape juice form. Definitely a good choice to fill up a carto with this one before heading over to grandmas house for Christmas dinner. I prefer vaping this one at a higher voltage because then the vape is nice and warm just like snickerdoodles ought to be. It has a lovely sweet cookie inhale and a little cinnamon burn on the exhale, quite lovely if you ask me. I never thought I'd be into a dessert juice like this but, hey, sometimes you have to just try something to know if you like it or not!<br />
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Ms. T's will <i>definitely</i> be my go to for any "baked goods" vapes from now on.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;">**Currently Ms. T's site is down until she gets settled into her new home but should be back up soon. Trust me, it's worth the wait!**</span><br />
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<b>Bangberry Mist: </b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★ </span>My personal favorite of the ones I received. A nice sweet berry flavor with a little touch of tart. This one was actually named by Max as a result of a contest the site ran. This one tastes very nice through pretty much any device, even my ce4's and Vivi Nova but my favorite is in my ProVari using a 2ohm carto at 4.5v.<br />
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<b>Pineapple Express: </b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span></span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">☆ </span></span>Hmmm, I wonder what this one tastes like? Sweet pineapple with a heck of a kick! Maybe it's because I normally vape around 6mg of nic and these juices were 12mg but this one seems to roundhouse kick the back of my throat like Chuck Norris. Not saying that's a bad thing at all, just a mere observation. I've tried several pineapple flavors and this is by far the sweetest and strongest!<br />
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<b>Guavatron: </b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">☆ </span>Not sure when the last time I had real guava but this juice tastes smooth and sweet just like it's supposed to. Every vape takes me away to a tropical paradise where ProVari's grow on trees and it rains Guavatron....ok maybe that was slightly embellished but this juice rocks! Bonus points for the cool name.<br />
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<b>Baja Blast: </b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">☆ </span>I don't know about you all out there in cyberspace but sometimes I go to Taco Bell just for a Baja Blast. Citrusy sweet, fruity, refreshing vape all the way through. Personally, I'd love to see this one with a tiny hint of menthol in there to add a slight chill. I've seen many flavors based on the original citrus soda but <i>never</i> one for this flavor. Other juice vendors take note: get creative with your flavors and your patrons will notice!<br />
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<b>High Voltage: </b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">★</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">☆</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">☆ </span>One of their newest flavors in the "mountain vapor" line, this one is raspberry flavored with a nice tart finish. This one is definitely better after a few weeks of letting it steep. I'd like to see this one with a touch of menthol as well but not too much. I find myself rationing the last few ml's in the bottom of the bottle before finishing it off. This one is on my re-order list for sure.<br />
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The site itself is designed a little funky, instead of having individual pages for every flavor, they have a general description of a series of juices on a sub-page and the choices in a selector box at the top. One thing I do like is the option for 50/50 PG/VG with any juice. Personally, I like experimenting with different options so next time I order juices, I can try a different combo and possibly improve the flavor. I trusted John to mix me up a good batch of juices and he exceeded my expectations. Big shout out to him and Max for recommending them to me. If you know a company I should review, please comment below!<br />
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Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-39853970815787410242012-11-17T11:29:00.000-08:002012-11-17T11:29:21.502-08:00Accessory Review- Vision CE4 ClearomizerI was very reluctant to try these at first because I've always been a carto tank fan but after seeing my instagram feed fill up with pictures of them, I thought I'd give them a try so I picked up a couple from <a href="http://www.madvapes.com/">Madvapes</a>. Now if you didn't know, a cartomizer has a heating coil surrounded by fiber fill inside a metal cylinder, when you hit the button on your PV, it heats up the coil and vaporizes the e-liquid that is contained in the fiber fill. With a clearomizer, the liquid goes from the outer tank which is then absorbed through a wick into the atomizer and vaporizes the liquid. Now that the science lesson is over with, let's get to my take on these little devices.<br />
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I try to keep an open mind about everything before I try it, to be honest, I'm just trying to find the best kit to make my vaping experience more enjoyable, this blog is just a way to share my experiences with all of you. That being said, I was still a bit skeptical when I first tried them. I filled up my first one and took a drag, I instantly got a burnt taste, I was very disappointed. After doing further reading, I learned you should wait at least 5 minutes after filling before you should vape in order for the liquid to saturate the wick. A quick solution to the burnt taste if you've done this is emptying the clearo and cleaning it thoroughly. That kind of put me off to clearomizers for a while but I recently picked them up again on a whim. These worked out slightly better for me but there's still some issues with them that I don't have with carto tanks.<br />
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<li>Leaking- A few drops out of the top or bottom is pretty common with the ones I've used. I've heard that you need to seal them within 30 seconds of filling in order to prevent this but it seems to be very sporadic.</li>
<li>Breaking- Considering you can pick these up for about $6, they're very rugged, however, if you have it in your pocket and bend over the wrong way, they will shatter on you. I've had one crack and one break off at the bottom thread skirt which was probably my fault for over tightening.</li>
<li>Burnt taste/lack of flavor- I'm not sure exactly what I'm doing wrong but I always seem to get a tiny bit of burnt taste even after letting it sit for hours before vaping. Also, I've noticed the flavor which tasted great in a carto, seems to be slightly diluted when used in a clearo, not quite sure why on this one but I know a few other people feel the same way.</li>
<li>Resistance/voltage restriction- Others have told me I'm crazy but for some reason, on my eGo twist, I can't vape any higher than 4.0-4.2v. Personally, I love the amount of vapor that I get from a higher voltage but over 4.2v I seem to get a little burnt plastic taste. These are hard to get a good reading of resistance on too, the advertise 2.4-2.9ohm which actually makes quite the difference on a VV device.</li>
<li>Capacity- This is more of an observation than an actual flaw with them but I feel it should be noted. These are not meant to be an all day vaping accessory if you are a heavy vaper. They will hold about 1.8ml of juice which will last a lot longer than an atomizer and some cartos but wouldn't get me through a full day of vaping.</li>
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In summary, these have a lot of positive qualities, they're cheap, they fit well with an eGo and they look great. However, if you asked me clearo vs. a carto tank, I'd say go with the tank and learn how to punch and fill a carto than spend $6 every 8 fills or so.<br />
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Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-68800601192614611012012-11-04T12:03:00.000-08:002012-11-04T12:03:36.341-08:00First Impressions of Clone Blood & Unicorn BloodThese two came to me courtesy of Shane at <a href="http://www.fuzionvapor.com/">Fuzion Vapor</a> for testing purposes and review. Shane has always been good to me and all his loyal customers allowing them to try juices he makes before they're officially released on his website. If you ever have a question or a special request he quickly responds with a personalized message, unlike some other sites that have a 'ticket' system that takes days to get an answer from. Of these two juices, Unicorn Blood has been released on his site and Clone Blood is still in testing but I imagine it will be out very soon. Ever since my first Fuzion experience, I've been hooked. To this day I'm a dedicated "fuzionhead," the flavor combinations and vitamin B added really makes them worth their weigh in liquid gold! Please note; the following review is based on my opinions without letting either steep. I simply opened my vapemail and took a puff, I'm sure these juices will get even better after I let them sit for a few days.<br />
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This one really reminds me of my first experience with my favorite juice of all time, XTC. After the first pull, I was hooked. About 10 minutes after taking the first puff, I had to order a 30ml because I knew this would soon be on my top 10 list. The best way I can describe this delightful flavor is pure Slushee syrup before they mix in the ice. Super sweet to the core with delightful hints of red berries and candy. It's perfect for a post Halloween vape, like taking all the fruity candy you have and shoving it in your mouth at the same time. The nearly sickly sweetness of this is my favorite part, as a candy junkie, I find this to serve as a great fix. In my order, I asked Shane to add a hint of menthol to my 30ml which should make it even more enjoyable for the fruit/menthol lover I am. While vaping this I kept thinking about the video of <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CsGYh8AacgY">Charlie the Unicorn</a> and his adventure to candy mountain. If you have an addictive personality, beware, this juice will have you wanting to hunt down the mythical beast and drain it of all its vital fluid!</div>
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As with many of the juices I try for review purposes, I first attempt to figure out what flavor the vendor is going for before I check the website to see what it's supposed to taste like. Unfortunately for me, this one is unreleased so I have no basis of comparison. So based on my own expertise and refined palette for vape juice, I found this one to have almost a nutty flavor with a hint of bourbon with a sweet and dry finish. After filling up my atty a few times, I decided to email Shane to give him my first impression and what I thought it tasted like. He then replied and said it's supposed to taste like similar to a juice from another vendor with a similar Star Wars referencing name. Everyone seems to love the flavor that this is based on but I have yet to try it. I'll give you a hint, it's a variation of a tobacco flavor that's full of <i>bounty</i>. I've had limited experience with tobacco flavors and the ones I have tried, I haven't enjoyed very much but this one has some very nice hints of sweetness to it and has a decent bite from the bourbon flavor. I look forward to seeing other peoples take on this one and I plan on purchasing the popular juice that this one is named after for comparison.</div>
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Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-3074520614142858982012-10-23T18:13:00.000-07:002012-10-23T18:13:36.255-07:00Juice of the Week- GuavatronI have a lot of people who read my blog and follow me on instagram. If you've been living under a rock and don't know what instagram is, it's a photo sharing app for iPhone and Android devices. I take a lot of my followers advice on juice companies to try and this happens to be one from <a href="http://www.jvapes.com/">J-Vapes</a> recommended to me by the user @xxam_ I contacted J-Vapes about trying out some products for review purposes and voila! Here's my take on this particular juice that I've been vaping lately.<br />
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I love a good fruity vape that doesn't taste bland or chemically and Guavatron definitely does not disappoint! The flavor is strong but not overbearing and it has a nice smooth throat hit and finish. I tested this one in my J-Tank (completely unrelated company but I thought it was only appropriate) using a 2.0 cartomizer. This one works at a many voltages producing loads of vapor from every one! some juices really stand out at a certain voltage but this one is strong from 3.7-4.5! You don't see too many vendors tackling these kinds of flavors and I'm glad someone had the courage to venture out of the traditional flavors. Of course, the name got me as well. I feel like a vaping, transforming robot when I take a big rip from my PV. I can't wait to try more of what J-Vapes has to offer, check out their website for their full list of flavors!<br />
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Guavatron is like taking a nice relaxing vacation on a tropical island even when its 30 degrees out in New England!<br />
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<a href="http://www.phiniac.com/">Phiniac</a> is a great company that is totally dedicated to quality and craftsmanship. They make hand blown glass and wood tanks of all kinds, shapes and colors. I watched the videos they have posted on youtube which are very informative and instilled the confidence I needed to purchase a pyrex glass tank knowing it would be durable. Upon recieving my tank, (plain glass, standard size) it came with heavy duty black metal caps, an extra set of O-rings and a small bag in a well packaged box. After watching the "how to" videos on YouTube of fitting the tank onto your cartomizer and filling it, it was quick and easy to pop it on and off by using a small amount of juice to sort of lube up the O-rings. The seal is very tight and doesn't pop off easily even if grabbed by the tank while attached to a Silver Bullet or ProVari. It is a bit difficult, however, to slide the tank up to fill it so I would recommend purchasing the tank filler tool they offer on their website. It also prevents wear and tear on your O-rings. So far, I've had no problems with my tank and plan on buying another in the future! I would highly recommend this tank to anyone who regularly enjoys the "trouble" flavors that normally crack plastic tanks such as cinnamon or banana flavors. The tank sits beautifully on a Silver Bullet and gives it a very nice finished look to the PV. I know function over fashion but hey, why not have both if it's out there!<br />
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This juice was in my first package from Rawr based on a recommendation from my vaping mentor, Summer Dawn. I tried it with a little menthol which is really quite refreshing. I'm almost out of this one so I'm rationing the last few drops I have let in my bottle. The flavor itself is wonderful; it doesn't taste chemically like some other apple flavorings I've tried. It has a strong strawberry hit on the inhale with a tart/sweet after taste of green apple. The menthol really adds a nice touch but I wouldn't over do it, let the original flavors power through. This one is very satisfying at almost any voltage. I use LR dual coil atty's on my eGo and 3.0ohm cartos in the tank on my ProVari. If I ever find myself getting into a flavor rut, I pop this in an atty or tank and it's a welcomed change of pace. Strapple boasts plenty of silky vapor and a smooth throat hit that doesn't kick your butt. When this bottle is finally finished, I will absolutely be repurchasing this one!<br />
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Sweet strawberries and a little kick of sour green apple? What's not to like? Give this one a try!<br />
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During high school, my friends started smoking cigarettes (among other things) and I stayed away from them for a while. Some of their parents smoked and they weren't ostracized for it, I never thought I'd ever be a smoker. After more and more friends tried cigarettes, I was curious. I bummed one off a friend and I couldn't inhale right, coughed like hell and felt woozy. Didn't think I would ever try it again but I felt like part of the gang by doing it. A rebellious girl at my bus stop was a smoker so I bummed them off of her almost every day and finished it by the time I got to the end of my street. After a while, I was looking for people to buy them for me, only being 17 at the time. I was ashamed of my newfound habit since no one in my family smoked and I didn't want people thinking my parents raised me wrong. I'd go to friends houses to smoke or on long walks around the block. Masking the odor with cologne or excuses that it was my friends doing it while I was in the room. I always thought I was getting away with it but in the back of my head I felt my parents knew the whole time. My 18th birthday came along and I was happy because now I could buy my own cigarettes and hide them in my vehicle. I hid the fact that I was a smoker from my family for years, I'm sure not many of them know I was a smoker to this day. After a while, cigarettes got to be very expensive, buying multiple packs a week so I started smoking the cheap ones. While cleaning out my car it wouldn't be rare to find 30 or more empty packs. I even rolled my own for a time in desperation and further tax increases on cigarettes.<br />
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After my 21st birthday, it only got worse. Every drink, I would go out for a smoke. Freezing cold, blazing heat, didn't matter, just needed to get my nicotine fix. Morning's after a night of drinking were the worst; chest pains, struggling to catch my breath, wheezing. This continued for a few years before cigarette prices were close to reaching $8 a pack. I was broke working a crap job and I had enough. A co-worker had recently purchased a gas station e-cig and I decided to give one a try. I had to buy the regular tobacco cartridges because they were out of menthol. I didn't like the taste very much and they made me wheeze more than cigarettes. I found myself still going out for smoke breaks until I eventually lost the stupid thing. Continued smoking for a few more months until my girlfriend at the time decided she needed to quit smoking (which basically means I had to quit too or I wouldn't hear the end of it!) She had used an e-cig previously and had given it up for analogs (regular cigarettes) as well but when times got tough, the e-cig was the only option. I didn't bother with the gas station versions this time, instead I chose a simple 510 battery with a drip tip and menthol liquid. For the first time, I was happy without needing to smoke!<br />
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It didn't take long for me to start having problems after only a few weeks of vaping. Batteries broke, charging packs broke, dealing with vendors and their ticket systems was a hassle, shipping time and crappy juices. I toughed it out and started getting better supplies and starting my vaping adventure. That was about 7 months ago. Here I am in my 10th month of vaping and I've got over 100 bottles of liquid, a bunch of mods, devices and batteries. I have companies wanting me to review their products and vendors sending me liquid to review. I don't ever want to touch a cigarette again in my life, even my parents approve (somewhat) of my vaping and are proud that I got off the real things.<br />
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I just wanted to share my story, I hope you enjoyed reading it and learned a little bit about my history of smoking and struggles to get off tobacco for good. Always remember, an informed vaper is a happy vaper! Thanks for reading.<br />
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Once again, I was captivated simply by the name of this liquid. Luckily I wasn't duped because this has become one of my favorite flavors from <a href="http://www.fuzionvapor.com/">FuZion</a>. This has my favorite two things about e-juice; fruit and menthol. I've been told by the owner of FuZion himself that he doesn't particularly fancy this flavor but it was requested so he made and it and it has become very popular. I wasn't even through my first 15ml before I had to have a 30ml of it!</div>
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I was nearly out of juice, didn't have any money and on the brink of buying another pack of cigarettes in my first few weeks of vaping, when one of my instagram photos attracted the attention of Summer Dawn. I told her my predicament and she kindly sent me about 20 juices to try! I was overjoyed and this juice was among those to try, even though I was never a huge fan of natural flavor juices, I love mint and menthol flavors so I gave this one a shot and boy am I glad I did! This juice came to me at 100% VG in 8mg nic and extra flavor. The vanilla part of this juice is a little over powered by the mint part but thats fine by me, I prefer the minty-ness anyway. This is a lovely after dinner vape, refreshing to the palette, almost a dessert in-and-of itself. Very nice at any voltage, I myself used to vape this in my old Volcano Magma e-cigs. At $5 for a 10ml bottle, Blue Mist is also easy on the wallet.<br />
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If you're looking for a nice sweet minty vanilla for an occasional vape, this juice is for you<br />
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If you aren't familiar with Alien Visions, they are a small company but have a huge reputation in the vaping community on ECF etc. known especially for their unique tobacco flavors, Boba's Bounty and Gorilla Juice. Since they were out of those two upon my time to order, I decided to try a smattering of other flavors across the gamut. Most of the juices were lighter in hue except the maple syrup which was darker than a pint of stout, and hype. As you all know by now, my love for unique juice names runs deep and I was enticed by the fruity scent and orange color. Upon my first puff of this sweet nectar of the Gods, I almost began to weep….ok I'm being overly dramatic but it is a really good flavor. I can't quite put my finger on what it tastes like exactly but there's a splash of melon and perhaps mango in it, very tropical. I enjoy this one at a slightly higher voltage, around 4.6-5.5v because it just seems to get more of a kick up there.<br />
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After receiving my SB, I was in love with the longevity of the battery life as well as the great build quality. A single 18650 3100mah battery can last me almost 2 days! The entire mod is made of aircraft grade aluminum as well as the button so it is <i>very</i> strong. I take it to work with me and it gets plenty of abuse being tossed around constantly but has yet to malfunction. I purchased a pyrex tank from Phiniac a few weeks after getting the SB to further increase the functionality of it and let me just say, not only does it look fantastic on the SB but it makes it a work horse. Vaping for days on a single tank/battery is wonderful!</div>
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So far, I've never had any major problems with it and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. One thing you should be aware of is that it's very heavy, comparable to the ProVari in weight. Not necessarily uncomfortable but it comes as a bit of a shock compared to an eGo or smaller e-cig. I would also highly recommend getting a tube <a href="http://www.idealindustries.com/prodDetail.do?prodId=noalox">Noalox anti-oxidant compound</a> to use on the threads to prevent corrosion and seizing.</div>
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Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-36911179798410069212012-09-04T17:15:00.001-07:002012-09-04T17:15:42.888-07:00Juice of the Week- Dragon's DelightThis weeks JotW comes to us from ECBlends. This one came to me as a free gift with my purchase in a 50/50 PG/VG mix and 0mg nicotine. I was a little bummed at the lack of nic but it definitely wasn't a total loss as I'll explain later. The package they sent me was huge; much larger than the usual small bubble mailer or small flat rate boxes I usually see from purchasing 4 or 5 juices. Included with my order was about a dozen "menus" listing almost all their flavors. Also there was a "friend tip" sterile tip for letting your friends try your juice without letting them slobber all over your drip tip. I like getting free stuff (duh, who doesn't?!) it shows the company cares about keeping their customers. Onto the real reason you're here!<br />
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EC is famous for their "Dragon" series juices which is with complete merit. As you may know by now, I am a huge fan of anything peach flavored and this one has a great peach/pear and cream base. You can easily identify every component that makes this juice truly wonderful. However lovely this vape is, patience is a virtue and I highly recommend you steep <b>all</b> juices from EC for at least 2 weeks in order to really bring out the flavor. I'm not sure what it is about them but the only way to make their juice brag worthy is letting it sit for a while. When I first got these juices in, they were all clear/pale yellow and now they have become darker hues of red and yellow. A friend who swears by EC lets them sit for nearly a month and they become a dark red/brown and have intense flavor. I'd say these cream based juices should be vaped at lower voltages to avoid a hot vape sensation which could throw off the nature of the peaches and cream vape.</div>
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I was introduced to <a href="http://www.shopcoppercreek.com/">Copper Creek</a>, maker of the current Juice of the Week, by a fellow vaper from half way across the country. Summer Dawn of ECF sent me a package back in the day which really kick started my vape life. Before her influence, I only knew of maybe 3 places to get juice from and all of which kinda sucked. Aside from the generous care package, she's also helped me out of many jams when it comes to vaping questions and honest answers I needed. Stop by <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/chemicalette?feature=results_main">her YouTube page</a> and check out some of her videos and follow her on instagram: @2morrowland For your viewing pleasure, here is <i>her</i> review of Copper Creek. Enjoy!<br />
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Onto this weeks review! What could possibly be more refreshing on a hot summer day than a nice tall glass of ice cold peach iced tea? How about that same flavor in a vape?! Copper Creek allows you to add a flavor shot of fruit to their sweet tea juice to further maximize your vaping enjoyment. I was surprised and intrigued to learn that they put their delectable juices in glass bottles with glass dropper tops. It not only makes filling my tank a little easier but they also look <b>really</b> cool.<br />
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Enough about the packaging though, I dripped a couple drops into my atty and fired it up awaiting my forthcoming disappointment of a bland chemically tasting peach flavor of yesteryear...but I was wrong! I could easily identify both the peach flavor AND the tea flavor, both tasting very natural and sweet. One of my favorite beverages is peach iced tea (AriZona iced tea FTW!) and Copper Creek's flavor did not disappoint at all. Not too sweet, not too peachy, no overpowering tea flavor.<br />
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A great afternoon vape or all day if you prefer. Personally, I just filled up a tank and I've been vaping it for the past few hours at 5.5v on the V-tube/3ohm carto with plenty of vapor and flavor. I will definitely be trying out more of what Copper Creek has to offer.<br />
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<br />Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-18119644487567340342012-08-28T17:36:00.001-07:002012-08-28T17:38:38.165-07:00Juice of the Week- Rip TideThis weeks juice comes from <a href="http://www.pinkspotvapors.com/Default.asp">Pink Spot Vapors</a> in the one and only Sin City, that's right, Vegas! Pink Spot was definitely on my list of vendors to try so I quickly browsed the site and picked up the first 5 that really caught my eye. As you may know, I love quirky juice names and PS has a whole slew of "____ spot" juices including pink spot, blu spot and g-spot (insert lame pun here.) This weeks juice had promises of blue raspberry and strawberry with menthol so it was a win win for me. PS is a little bit pricey but once you've tried their juice, you know your purchase was not a gamble.<br />
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I hate to admit it but I'm a sucker for a juice that has a similar color to it's name or content. This juice happens to be a lovely shade of blue which tantalizes the eyes as well as the taste buds. I can definitely get a strong blue raspberry flavor which seems to overpower. The light hit of menthol is a nice touch and even more would be up to par in my book. One thing that perplexes me about PS is that they don't tell you the base mix of their juice which I'm not too upset with. Sometimes, I feel as though people can over complicate their juice purchase and ratings based on PG/VG content. Whatever it may be, they're doing it right; this juice has tons of flavor and vapor to spare. Throat hit is a little light which is to be expected with my preferred mix so I can't complain. So far I see a common theme in PS juice, they all taste a little bit chemically. It's not overbearing in any sense but it <i>is</i> noticeable to the trained palette. I've been vaping almost everything at 5.5v on the ProVari using a 2.5ohm dual coil cartomizer which seems to be a good spot. All in all, this juice is a very good blue raspberry flavor with menthol and seeing as how I have nothing to compare it to at the moment (letting my EC Blends TKO steep for a few weeks before properly comparing.)<br />
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<b>On a side note:</b> I'd like to hear your comments, have you tried any of the products/vendors I've been reviewing?? Your feedback is greatly appreciated as to how I can refine my ratings. Also, if you have any questions about vaping, even if they're off topic, I'd love to help answer them! I am planning on starting video blogs for generally outlining vendor reviews and so you have a better visual of products.Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-34713191224492446082012-08-22T19:25:00.001-07:002012-08-28T17:37:39.529-07:00Double Review- Apollo V-Tube & SmokTek 4XL CartomizerHello all, today I'm bringing you a quick review of the Apollo V-Tube variable voltage mod as well as a first look at the SmokTek 4XL cartomizer. We have a lot of stuff to cover so let's begin!<br />
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I saw this knock off lavatube for 1/2 the cost of the original and decided to give it a try. I ordered this mod from <a href="http://www.apolloecigs.com/">www.apolloecigs.com</a> for $46 (device only [or so I thought]) When I received it, instead of being just the tube, they sent me the whole kit including a battery, charger, drip tip, 3ohm atomizer and a case which was a happy accident in my favor.<br />
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The atty was ok at best. It leaked like crazy and didn't last very long but hey, who can argue with free? As for the drip tip, just a cheap clear one you get with a dual coil tank, no big deal. The case is nice as it's simply a rebranded Joytech case, only problem being it doesn't fit the device with anything attached atop it. The battery/charger are decent, the charger is a single charger with a spring to secure it in place and a protected 18650.<br />
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Upon arrival, mine had a vertical scratch on the big button of which I was not happy with. After a few weeks of use, the paint is starting to rub off the battery cover and big button. I'm not sure why the entire device isn't entirely aluminum, probably to save money. Also, today I noticed the battery cover doesn't sit perfectly flush to the main part of the tube where you can see the threads which leads to believe this might eventually cause corrosion or other problems down the road. The smaller buttons rattle back and forth freely which is ugly and makes the device seem cheaply built. Last complaint I have is that the threads are very crunchy which can be helped by putting on some aluminum lubricant but I was still slightly disappointed at this fact.<br />
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Now here's a very quick first look at the SmokTek 4XL carto. I purchased these originally to use with my ProVari V2. Let me just say, these things are HUGE! When attached to the PV with the extension cap, its almost 9" tall. They are low resistance, dual coil and have a capacity of 90-100 drops of e-liquid. They do work on an eGo C-Twist set at a higher voltage but with substantially less vapor which is too bad since they look amazing when paired with a DCT thread cover. So far the only problem I've run into is flooding since there's no indication when they are full. I carried one around with me all weekend as a secondary PV without it going dry. At $3.50/per and with quantity discounts available at AltSmoke, these are a pretty good value if you're not ready to step up into a tank or want something more aesthetically pleasing than a clearo. I'll be sure to let you know after further usage.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">DISCLAIMER: I bought these devices for my own use and for testing purposes. All opinions are my own and are for educational purposes.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;">Follow me on twitter and instagram: @photoagogo</span></span>Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-5602442361749233412012-08-21T18:47:00.000-07:002012-08-21T18:47:16.165-07:00Juice of the Week- XTCThey say the letter X stimulates the brain in curious ways. I'm not sure if that's true but this juice certainly does. Coming from one of my favorite vendors, <a href="http://www.fuzionvapor.com/">FuZion Vapor</a>, this juice is by far an all day vape (ADV) for me. A strong hit of berries followed by a nice sweet cream all "infuzed" with a ton of vitamin B12. When I received my first 6ml bottle of this, I vaped it all day straight until it was gone and then reordered a 30ml!<br />
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When I vape this juice, it makes me want to dance around like a maniac with glow sticks and stay up all night. (results may vary) Probably one of the sweetest juices in my collection with a very strong flavor. I love vaping this one at high voltage, usually 5.5v with a 2.5ohm cartomizer on my ProVari or V-Tube. I'm sure it would be just as enjoyable on an eGo with a LR dual coil tank.<br />
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This is a <b>MUST</b> vape if you enjoy a smooth sweet juice with a great throat hit and tons of flavor!<br />
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Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-10357246112681934162012-08-19T11:46:00.000-07:002012-08-19T11:47:04.918-07:00Vendor Review- Altsmoke.comI heard about Altsmoke when I was looking to purchase my first mod. I was shopping around and came across the Silver Bullet which got great reviews which led me to buy it. In a few days I received it with everything I needed to get started and the overall experience was great.<br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 21px;">Onto the actual juice review. So I wanted to try a few of the more exotic flavors that Rawr had to offer. My previous purchases with them included simple fruit mixes so I thought I'd branch out. Blazing through the site, I purchased the first few that really caught my eye. Upon receiving my order, I continued to try all of the juices using an atomizer and drip tip. The first puff of Antidote was cool and refreshing. I instantly got the blueberry flavor and the menthol upon inhale. As for mouth feel, it felt light and cool, probably because of the menthol and on the exhale you get a bit more sweetness. In the description, it says it's supposed to taste like blueberry lemonade and as I don't get that flavor <i>exactly</i>, it's still a very good mix of fruity, sweet and cool.</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 21px;">Combining just about everything I love about vaping and tastes great from 3.7v-5.5v on my Lavatube/3.0ohm carto combo. In my opinion, this juices sweet spot is around 4.5v; seeing as how Rawr's liquids are very low viscosity (flows faster) I believe they can be vaped at lower voltages and still produce clouds of vapor with good flavor and throat hit. Worth a try if you're looking to 'cure' your bad juice blue ;) Look out for a full review of Rawr Vapor in an upcoming blog!</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 21px;">Flavor: </span>★★★★☆</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Vapor: ★★★★☆</span><br />
<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Throat Hit: ★★★☆☆</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="line-height: 18px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">DISCLAIMER: These are my opinions based on my own testing of the product in various devices and at my own PG/VG ratio and nicotine level. Some people may experience it differently based on their own preferred mix and the PV they use.</span></span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: inherit;">Follow me on twitter and instagram: @photoagogo</span>Photo-A-GoGohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02172888825936922276noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-738370545680754943.post-19720411835847516622012-08-07T21:04:00.000-07:002012-08-07T21:04:50.418-07:00Mod Review- 310vapers.com REV3Hello all, I bring you today a quick overview and first impressions of the REV3 from <a href="http://www.310vapers.com/">310vapers</a>. I purchased this initially because of the price point and chic look (i know thats not a very good reason to purchase something, but hey, the thing looks cool. ok?) So let's dive right in.<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3gG1N9Q2AaU_GgbEgdmeLh6RSx3g1zorD6K8s8xN7R9e2653_CFOI3xi_m_7FxgZMPCSvRRZewFjPksukHmVkJ3HTzgOdOz5J1zOCxc1XyfO2Ole4SFHhIscIm5wY_8mejDwpgiaVbWL7/s1600/photo+1.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3gG1N9Q2AaU_GgbEgdmeLh6RSx3g1zorD6K8s8xN7R9e2653_CFOI3xi_m_7FxgZMPCSvRRZewFjPksukHmVkJ3HTzgOdOz5J1zOCxc1XyfO2Ole4SFHhIscIm5wY_8mejDwpgiaVbWL7/s200/photo+1.JPG" width="149" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJaYFRT9y7-yD4TcUhenEM1kuvxIL1YZr9sQza3-wZ-oVgJkAPU3IOOIFtXMN_E2GchvA4lHy7r8huslAqOb6qdlQ1roWptUtoIp-se40wNTq2TqSMhcMr39B2-W2F-FbdUum03rtrwxlB/s1600/photo+5.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJaYFRT9y7-yD4TcUhenEM1kuvxIL1YZr9sQza3-wZ-oVgJkAPU3IOOIFtXMN_E2GchvA4lHy7r8huslAqOb6qdlQ1roWptUtoIp-se40wNTq2TqSMhcMr39B2-W2F-FbdUum03rtrwxlB/s200/photo+5.JPG" width="149" /></a>First things first, this item cost me $43 after batteries and shipping cost. They also throw in a drip tip and a cartomizer for good measure. So for all that, the price is excellent! There are no instructions included with the device but I figured out quickly that 5 button clicks changes from low (4v), medium (5v), and high (6v) as well as shutting the device off. Overall it feels very solid and the finish is impeccable. Size wise it's about 1/4" larger in diameter and about 1/2" taller than a 1000mah eGo battery. The light show is very impressive and eye catching with it's ring of light just below the button. This unit does not have any protection built in so make sure you buy only the recommended batteries and install them correctly!<br />
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I was hoping it had an eGo cone skirt, however it does not, although the air holes in the 510 connection work great while still maintaining a stylish look. Currently, I'm using a 2.5ohm DCT which works flawlessly on each of the settings. After seeing some other reviews, I've learned this device runs a bit on the hot side and the voltage can fluctuate greatly under load but doesn't necessarily take away from performance. It has an automatic shut off if the button is held down too long and if the batteries are depleated, the lights will flash and the device will shut off. I am able to get about 10-12 vaping time out of it which is impressive to say the least.<br />
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Something I don't particularly like about this device is that the button is extremely sensitive, sort of a "hair trigger" to quote the great <a href="http://www.tasteyourjuice.com/">P. Busardo</a> :) I carry my PV's in my pocket or my lunch box at work and they tend to get banged around a lot so the thought of either it burning out a carto by going off by accident or having to shut the device off and turn it on when I want a quick vape isn't appealing to me. I was also a little disappointed that it doesn't have an eGo connection but you can't get everything at this price point I suppose.<br />
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So far so good for this little VV, definitely worth the money for something smaller than a <a href="http://www.provape.com/">ProVari</a> or a <a href="http://altsmoke.com/starterkit/silverbulletusa.html/">Silver Bullet</a> but with more power than an eGo and it looks great too!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">4v (red), 5v (purple), 6v (blue)</td></tr>
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DISCLAIMER: I bought this device for my own use and for testing purposes. All opinions are my own and are for educational purposes.<br />
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