Vaping is common: Reuters reported that roughly 10.8 million Americans vape or use e-cigarettes. Even so, reading up on components and accessories for the first time can feel like a lot. This article does not try to cover everything. It gives a first-time buyer 5 points to settle before walking into a shop, so you know what to ask for.
What you will vape, and where
1. Choose the material
Many first-time buyers do not realize how many options there are. Decide what the device is for, and the list of suitable devices drops by about half. A few devices handle more than one type, but you will probably settle on a favorite. Pick a single type to begin with, ejuice being an easy one, and branch out later as you try other e-cigarettes, mods and pens.
2. Decide between portable and desktop
A portable device slips into a pocket and comes out when you want it, which suits vaping away from home. A desktop unit is the more serious piece of equipment and stays in the house. Each has strengths and drawbacks.
3. Think about how you use it
People who mostly vape in company may prefer a session vape. It heats for a set length of time and is well suited to being passed around a group. If you usually vape alone or take very small hits, an on-demand device is the more efficient choice.
What owning one involves
4. Expect some upkeep
Parts that see regular use wear out, and a vape is the same. The coil, which is the heating element, degrades with time. The sign is flavor: once your vape stops tasting as good, the coil is due for a change. Beginners should look for a tank that is simple to use, and should check how and where to buy replacement coils for it.
5. Follow the rules on where you can vape
A vape does not give off the smoke of a cigarette or cigar, but that does not make it allowed everywhere. Airplanes, restaurants, bars and workplaces still set rules on where smoking is permitted, so find out the policy of the building you are in.
Ready to buy
When you have worked through these points, have a look at our hardware and vape kits, and at our ejuice flavors to go with them.