Things To Consider When Picking Out Your Very First Vape

If you’re reading this article right now, chances are you finally said “Okay, it’s time to quit smoking cigarettes” and decided to switch to vape instead. You may have tried nicotine gum or patches and they may not have worked so you’ve decided to give vaping a go. Whatever your reason, welcome to the other side! Now comes the slightly confusing and difficult part… What vape do you get? We’re here to simplify this stage for you and tell you how to go about picking up your very first vape! So, read on to learn more about how you can pick the right vape for you.

Getting Started… Where Do I Pick Up My First Vape?

You’re probably wondering where to pick up your first vape. In general, there are 3 options when it comes to this. You can either pick it up Online, from a Supermarket / Convenience Store, or at a physical Vape Shop. All three of these places have their own pros and cons, and we’ll explain them to you to help you make your choice.

Online:
Pros:

• You can find pretty much any type of vape easily
• The price is generally cheaper from a physical store
• The quality is good

Cons:

• When you buy online, there’s nobody to give you assistance and explain your new vape kit to you *
• The waiting period can be a little frustrating, and some online shops are unpredictable when it comes to delivery time *

* This is a con that’s easy to tackle because there are a plethora of articles online that can help you understand your kit better!

* Also, did you know, here at Vapourz Lounge, if you order before 1 PM, you get same-day-dispatch? This pretty much tackles the uncertain delivery issue too!

Supermarket / Convenience Store:

Pros:

• Vape kits are cheaper at supermarkets and convenience stores (but there’s also a reason for that)

Cons:

• Lack of choice and variety
• Mostly only disposable or pod kits are available
• Vape kits are not of good quality / are not long-lasting
• Limited e-liquid choice and the liquids can be damaging to your vape coil
• Salespeople don’t have much knowledge when it comes to vape as it isn’t their specialty

Vape Shops
Pros:

• Staff that can help you when it comes to all your questions
• Better variety of choice
• Higher quality products

Cons:

• Prices are a little higher (due to rent and bills and staff payments)
• Options limited to what’s available in the shop

Great, Now Which Vape Style Is Right For Me?

After you’ve decided on where you’re going to pick up your first vape kit, you’ll need to decide on which kit is right for you. If you’ve decided to go to a physical vape store, you can ask a number of questions to the staff and they’ll be able to help you decide. If you’re choosing to buy online, ask yourself a few questions, and based on the answers, you’ll know what’s right for you.
The first thing to consider is, exactly what do you want out of your vape? How do you want to vape? Since vaping is so popular, there are so many options to choose from and it can get confusing for a first-time vaper. Before getting into it, you should know there are two types of vaping that can be broken down into MTL and DTL. The former is “Mouth to Lung”, which is perfect if you want to simulate the feeling of smoking a cigarette. The latter is “Direct to Lung” which is kind of like smoking sheesha; you don’t have to do the second inhale, because the vapour goes directly to your lungs. This style is commonly used by people who’ve been using MTL for a while prior. DTL is perfect for people who have reduced their nicotine intake as well.
So, since you’re new and looking for your first-ever vape kit, we’d suggest going in for an MTL Vape since it’s ideal for people who have just made the switch from cigarettes.

Okay, Now What Type Of Vape Kit Should I Go In For?

Since you’re just getting started, you probably chose the MTL-style vape kit. After doing this, there are three choices to choose from when it comes to the type of kit you want. All of these are considered fairly starter and are ideal when making the initial switch to vaping. The three choices are Pen Style, Box Style, and Pod Style. When choosing between these three, there are a couple of things to consider.

Pen Style: Usually tall and cylindrical, pen-style vape kits simulate a cigarette fairly well. They have an internal battery and just one button on the side to turn it off and on, and for vaporizing your e-liquid. There’s also a charging port for the battery, and the tank is normally on top of the system or directly connected with the battery (called an AIO, or All-In-One kit). Both these types even have replaceable coils, which are cheap and easy to replace.

Box Style: The box style has a few variations, and the starter style is designed similarly to the above pen style but has a larger battery built-in. This is what gives it its “box” shape. Apart from starter kits, there are also intermediate ones that may have replaceable battery options. They may even have screens and more buttons so you can adjust the settings to suit your style better.

Pod Style: This style in particular is more compact than the others, making it more discreet as we; as super convenient. The batteries are smaller so the capacity is smaller too, and the pods sit on top of the battery rather than having a tank. The pods are generally replaceable coil pods that are refilled, disposable open pods that can be refilled and replaced when the coil fails, and fully closed pods that can’t be refilled and have to be replaced every time you need new e-liquid.

When you’re in this stage of choosing between the above types of vapes, ask yourself (or the staff at your local vape shop) these questions:

• Do I need a kit that resembles a cigarette, to make my transition smoother and easier?
• Should it be small and convenient to carry around with me?
• How simple do I need it to be?
• Do I need it to have a bigger battery to last me the entire day?

Once you’ve answered these questions, chances are, you’ll have found out which vape type is perfect for you!

Final Decisions!!

Great job, you’ve picked out the type of vape kit you want! Now, you’ll have to choose between a wide array of e-liquids. There are so many different flavours and nicotine concentrations to choose from. Don’t let this overwhelm you, however, because Vapourz Lounge is here to break it down for you.

Since you’re a beginner, a 50/50 liquid may be right for you. This type is made for MTL devices and gives a good throat hit, so you’ll feel like you’re smoking a cigarette. When it comes to flavour, you’re spoiled for choice. You can pick out any flavour you want, and it’ll most likely be available in 50/50 form.

The next thing you need to think about is your specific nicotine intake. You’ll want to pick an e-liquid that suits your preferences so you can get the best out of your experience. You can calculate this by the general rule of thumb. Depending on how many cigarettes you smoke in a day, you have to choose an e-liquid that corresponds to nicotine concentration.

5 Cigarettes (or less) = 3-6 mg nicotine

5-10 Cigarettes = 6-12 mg nicotine

10-15 Cigarettes = 12-16 mg nicotine

15-20 Cigarettes = 16-18 mg nicotine

20+ Cigarettes = 20 mg nicotine

Regardless of your cigarette consumption, however, we recommend you get started with a lower concentration, then work your way up. This way you’ll be able to test the waters practically and judge exactly what works best for you. You may have a bit of trial and error in this stage, but that’s perfectly normal. This trial and error will lead to you finding what’s right for you and will lead to the best possible vape experience.

Some In-House Suggestions

Now that you’ve got a clearer idea of how to go about this, here’s a little bit of an in-house suggestion. Here at Vapourz Lounge, we have an ocean of choice when it comes to all things vape-related. We suggest you try out some of our more popular brands at first because they’re ideal for both beginners and advanced vapers; this will ensure that you have a companion throughout your vape journey!

From most of our popular brands, Geek Vape is a must-have! Geek Vape is perfect and simple to get started with, and they have many options to choose from. When you pick up a kit by Geek Vape, you’re assured high quality (as is with all of our products) and a great vaping experience. If you’re looking for a good e-liquid, consider getting Geek Bar disposables. Geek Bar disposables will help you limit your consumption since you’re able to calculate your intake much better with disposables. Apart from that, Geek Bar disposables come in nic salt, which is ideal for a smoother throat hit, so you can take higher concentrations of nicotine without it being too harsh on your throat. To learn more about nic salts, check out this article.

Good luck on your newfound vape journey!