Ohm’s Law: A Brief Guide for Vapers
Vapers who use mods have a lot of new terminology to learn. With people throwing out words like watts, ohms, amps and volts as if they’re common knowledge and talking about things like Ohm’s law that you’re lucky if you remember from high school physics, feeling overwhelmed by it all is pretty common. But the good news is that it doesn’t take long to get up to speed with the basics you’ll need to safely and effectively work your mod. So here’s a brief
How to Save Money When You’re Vaping: A Brief Guide
You’ll pretty much always save money when you switch to vaping. But even with that general rule, there can be a lot of variation. If you buy every shiny new mod that hits the market and chain-vape on a cloud-chasing setup, day in and day out, you’ll end up spending a lot more than a vaper who sticks to one or two basic devices and vapes in a more discreet way. So if you’re on a tight budget, what’s the best advice for getting
Just Got Your First Vape Mod? Here Are 7 Things You Need to Know
If you’re just making the switch to vaping, feeling overwhelmed with the range of devices available and the settings on your existing device is normal. Whether you’ve been vaping for a while with a simpler device or you’re switching directly to a more complex device, at first sight, VW vape mods can be a little daunting. Which mode should you use? How do you navigate the menus? What are ohms? What is the right setting to use? What’s the best nicotine strength to use
5 E-Liquid Flavors to Avoid
The range of flavored e-liquids available is part and parcel of the allure, offering something that traditional cigarettes don’t. However, just because vaping is available in huge variety of flavors, it doesn’t mean all are worth trying.With so many weird, wonderful and extreme combinations, some flavors could actually have a negative impact on your health. This ultimately boils down to the fact that some ingredients in e-liquid flavors are for consumption, not inhalation.So before you go out shopping for your next favorite
What’s Actually in Your Vape Juices?
Sweeteners, flavors, nicotine, tobacco … You of course know that these words are associated with your e-liquids and vape juices, but what actually are they? What else is there that you might not know of? Are those ingredients safe? And if the ingredients are okay to consume, is it okay to vape?You have questions. We have answers. So to start, all e-liquids and vape juices generally have two main components: propylene glycol and vegetable glycerin. What makes each different are the ingredients that are
Why E-Liquid Turns Dark or Brown — And How to Avoid It
Ever have a bottle of untouched e-liquid that turned dark over time? Or a tank that used to hold golden liquid that has since turned dark brown or black. It looks nasty, but does that mean the juice is no good?Not always. E-liquid often turns dark over time, regardless of the environment, because of a number of reasons. Sometimes it’s avoidable, sometimes it’s not. Here’s why it’s happening and how you can stop it: Why E-Liquids Turn Dark in the TankIn most cases, the
10 Etiquette Tips for How to Vape During the Holidays
Vaping is becoming more common, but unfortunately, that doesn’t mean that everyone is on board. And for some vapers, that makes determining when, where and how to vape during the holidays a somewhat stressful decision. And since the holidays can already be taxing, we’re here to help make it a little bit easier. With our 10 rules for how to vape during the holidays, you can spend time with your friends and family without worry:1. Know the locationIf you’re going to a friend
Holiday Gift Guide: 12 Unique Gifts for Vapers
The holidays are here, which means so is the challenge of gift-giving. With so many options, it’s tough to know what’s the perfect, most thoughtful gift for everyone on your list. But, don’t panic — we’ve got good news: If you already know you’re shopping for an e-cigarette user this year, you’ve come to the right place. Because with our list of the 12 most unique and thoughtful gift for vapers, we can help you cross at least one person off your holiday list. Check them
Black Note Successfully Registers All of Its E-Liquids With the FDA
The implementation of the FDA’s e-cigarette regulations may have been delayed, but they are still a looming disaster for the industry. But there is a way through the tangle of regulatory requirements for manufacturers that are willing to spend the money and jump through all the hoops. A major deadline passed on October 12th, by which date manufacturers had to register all of their products with the FDA to get the whole process started. The good news for fans of Black Note is that
Vapes vs. E-cigarettes: What’s the Difference?
The terms vape pen and e-cigarette are often used interchangeably, especially by the media, but they are two distinctly different things. E-cigarettes, or electronic cigarettes, are devices that look similar to traditional cigarettes. They generally consist of a one-piece unit that you use until it runs out and then throw it away. Vape pen, on the other hand, are the hugely popular devices that consist of a rechargeable battery and refillable tank. You can use them again and again, mix and match different parts
10 Common Vaping Problems Solved
There isn’t really much that can go wrong when you smoke a cigarette. As long as you light the right end on fire and inhale from the filter, the process is really hard to mess up. But for vapers, the situation is very different. Vaping devices are way more complicated than cigarettes, so there’s a lot more that can go wrong. From leaking and gurgling through to getting a burnt taste and having you device not work at all, there are a lot of
Delicious Duo 6: Sonata and Rose Mint Tea
The brilliant intensity of Sonata is complemented keenly by the refreshing zing of rose mint tea. While coffee and tobacco have long made an endearing couple, many forget about combining tobacco and tea. An ideal way to try the combination is by matching up the boldly brilliant Sonata with the invigorating sensation of rose mint tea. The two make a sensational team, with the deep flavor of Sonata’s Cavendish tobacco blend lightened up a bit by a soothing rose and mint concoction. Sonata Highlights The magic
5 Ways to Get More Nicotine When You Vape
For most of us, vaping is all about getting enough nicotine to stay smoke-free. But for vapers just switching from smoking it can be difficult to get the nicotine you’re looking for, especially if you’re using a simpler device. So if you’re struggling to make the switch because you can’t get a satisfying amount of nicotine, is there anything you can do about it? Do you need to upgrade to a more advanced device to get more nicotine? Is increasing the nicotine strength of
How to Stop Coughing When You Vape
Coughing is one of the most common side effects of vaping, and it’s one that can completely ruin the experience. If every puff you take feels like it’s irritating the back of your throat, quitting smoking by vaping is almost impossible. You might feel like vaping just doesn’t work for you, and might be considering giving up on vaping and possibly returning to smoking. The good news is that even though this is a pretty common problem, there are a quite a few things
Buying a TC Mod? Here Are 7 Things to Consider
It seems like just about every mod these days offers temperature controlled (TC) vaping. From the basic offerings like the DNA 40 that kicked off the trend to the feature-packed modern incarnations, TC vaping offers a way to avoid dry hits and maintain consistent performance throughout your tank. But with so many TC mods to choose from these days, how can you tell a good option from a bad one? The answer to this question could get really long, but focusing on some key
7 Tips for Getting Your RTA Wicking Right and Avoiding Dry Hits
Rebuildable tank atomizers (RTAs) can be annoying. The concept is so good – the performance of an RDA with the convenience of a tank – but in practice many vapers end up getting dry hits with RTAs. There could be many reasons for this, but most issues ultimately come down to wicking. Unlike with pre-made coils, which can be carefully designed and built to ensure consistent performance, RTAs depend on you to produce a reliable setup. This gives many RTAs a steep learning curve,
Delicious Duo 5: Sonata and Stouts
Stouts make a perfect accompaniment to the robust and intense experience of Sonata. Featuring dark Virginia tobacco that’s been treated to the centuries-old Cavendish curing process, Sonata is intense. This robust blend matches extraordinarily well with stouts, dark beers that can hold their own when coupled with the profoundly rich flavor of a no-nonsense Cavendish blend. Put the two together and you’ll enjoy a flavorful mix that treats the taste buds to a deep massage. Sonata Highlights Known for its brilliant intensity, Cavendish is a method
Why Your Atomizer Coils Get Flooded and How to Fix It
Flooded atomizer coils are a fact of life for many vapers. The characteristic gurgling sounds or e-juice leaking from the airflow holes are both signs that e-liquid has flooded into your atomizer coil without being vaporized. As well as the irritation of gurgling and leaking, this can also lead to spitback, and generally makes your vaping experience pretty unpleasant. So why do your coils get flooded? And what can you do to stop it? Here’s a run-down of the most common causes and how to
Is the FDA Going to Enforce Flavor Ban on E-Juice?
The recent positive news for vapers from the FDA had a bit of a concerning undertone. Scott Gottlieb spoke a lot about e-juice flavors that “appeal to kids” and is asking for input on the issue of how to regulate them. The deadline for PMTAs being pushed back to 2022 is good news, and the open acknowledgement of the value of tobacco harm reduction is great, but the animosity towards flavors is a sign of the same sort of narrative we’ve come to expect