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32bitlord

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Hey guys!
I currently have an SXmini Q Mini and Rose 3 Setup which was my first foray into rebuildables. I've always been a MTL vaper but recently I've been opening up the air more and more and am stating to prefer a DTL style vape. I've dropped my nic and ohms dramatically to account for this change and think it's time to grab my first RDA.
I don't tend to buy lots of gear and prefer to buy good the first time so I want to make sure I get a decent RDA. I've been researching and the three that have peaked my interest are the following:

-Twisted Messes 24mm (TM24)
-Goon
-Skill RDA.

Does anyone have experience with these and have any pointers or possibly any other recommendations for a solid RDA?

Thanks.



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Out of these I'd choose the Goon, but would prefer the CSMNT over the Goon.
 

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Hey guys!
I currently have an SXmini Q Mini and Rose 3 Setup which was my first foray into rebuildables. I've always been a MTL vaper but recently I've been opening up the air more and more and am stating to prefer a DTL style vape. I've dropped my nic and ohms dramatically to account for this change and think it's time to grab my first RDA.
I don't tend to buy lots of gear and prefer to buy good the first time so I want to make sure I get a decent RDA. I've been researching and the three that have peaked my interest are the following:

-Twisted Messes 24mm (TM24)
-Goon
-Skill RDA.

Does anyone have experience with these and have any pointers or possibly any other recommendations for a solid RDA?

Thanks.



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I have the OG Goon. I like it. Machining is top notch. The deck is super easy to build on. It's a simple and very effective design. I'm working on the review right now. I don't own the other two so I can't comment. I do own the square atomizer by TM, the Twisted Messes Cubed TM3. It's built beautifully and takes massive coils. It just doesn't look good on every mod because of its shape. My point is if it's any indication of the quality TM uses for its other attys then you can't go wrong with a TM product either.

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From what I've heard the Skill RDA had something to do with TM as well


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From what I've heard the Skill RDA had something to do with TM as well


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Yes, it was designed by VapersMD and engineered by TM but made in China.

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I am leaning towards the goon. The only thing that puts me off is the fact that it's been copied more times than a blockbuster porno.
Every single review or comparison site that I've checked mentions the Goon so it does seem to be about the best on the market ATM


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I am leaning towards the goon. The only thing that puts me off is the fact that it's been copied more times than a blockbuster porno


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Lmfao, yeah but imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.

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The BMI Nova is one of the highest quality atomizers I have ever used but it's a postless deck. It's pricey too.

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I read somewhere that the Goon was more suited towards people making exotic builds. Is it still a good choice for someone relatively new to RDAs with pretty simplistic coils?


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I read somewhere that the Goon was more suited towards people making exotic builds. Is it still a good choice for someone relatively new to RDAs with pretty simplistic coils?


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Tbh, I don't run a lot of simple builds. Most of the time I'm running some form of Aliens or Claptons. Nothing super exotic but it's not just a plain coil either. I think most builders liked it because it did a great job at showing off their coils in pics. I don't see any reason why simple builds wouldn't do well in it.

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Thanks for the advice. I just bit the bullet and went with the Goon. I have heard so many good reviews from vaping communities all over the world that I'd be daft to ignore them all. Custom Vapes also has a sale on the stainless steel version for £39.99 which made it a much easier choice. Thanks for the help, I'll let you know how I get on.


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Thanks for the advice. I just bit the bullet and went with the Goon. I have heard so many good reviews from vaping communities all over the world that I'd be daft to ignore them all. Custom Vapes also has a sale on the stainless steel version for £39.99 which made it a much easier choice. Thanks for the help, I'll let you know how I get on.


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Kool bro, truly hope you enjoy it as much as I have.

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It should be close though.
i don't have any direct comparisons of a clone and an authentic, but from what i'm noticing is i'm liking the o-ring fits on the clones i have over the authentics i have. but it is a 6-2 ratio. the auth peerless i have i don't like using because all of the orings are just a pain. can't adjust the AFC because its too tight, can't us the body to unscrew the base because its too loose, but its too tight to take it apart without it being on a base or mod.

clones
  • Kennedy 22m (original 2 airhole)(copper center post suuuuuuuuucks.)
  • Desire Mad Dog (adjustable airflow, nice juice well, directs the air right onto the coils.)
  • Velocity V3 (airflow out the wazoo if you have top, bottom and sides open at the same time.)
  • Critical Minds Omerta (this thing is hard to build on, and then wick, for me anyways)
  • Psyclone Hadaly (great flavor atty, can even get decently dense clouds out of it as well)
  • District 5 Csmnt Cosmonaut (this things set up to accept dual coils but i find myself just running one bigger one.)
Legits
  • GeekVape Peerless(orings are too tight)
  • UD(Youde) IGO-W14 (it whistles but hey i picked it up for on sale for $4.95)

Clones on the way
  • Mini Kr 454 Styled RDA
  • LowPro RDA
  • Zephyr Buddha V2 Styled RDA
  • Indestructible Styled RDA
  • Hannya Styled RDA
  • Govad Styled RDA
  • GOON LP Styled RDA
  • Inde Duo Styled RDA
  • GOON Styled RDA
contemplating getting

  • Fuumy RDA
  • Odis Atty Styled RDA
  • Nova Styled RDA
 
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JuicyLucy

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I read somewhere that the Goon was more suited towards people making exotic builds. Is it still a good choice for someone relatively new to RDAs with pretty simplistic coils?


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I run super-simple coils in the Goon for almost a year now - it's very versatile and has great flavor for such a large chambered atty

I do prefer the 22 Goon as it really delivers on flavor and I don't need all that space for the coil on the 24 OG, though I still keep one of my 24s in rotation

You were smart to get it direct from 528 Customs - I started buying all my Goons direct also, though my first one came from Eciggity last year's July 4th sale, lol
 

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Have you got the MadDog or the Eurus? I've got the Eurus and I have a hard time building on it right now. I want to get the CSMT and try single coil and see if I can get a cooler vape. Right now on the dual coils on the Eurus is just too hot for me. Of course I've been just barely over tootle puffing this last 10 months or so. I'm gonna have to progress a little slower than I first thought. :)
 

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Have you got the MadDog or the Eurus? I've got the Eurus and I have a hard time building on it right now. I want to get the CSMT and try single coil and see if I can get a cooler vape. Right now on the dual coils on the Eurus is just too hot for me. Of course I've been just barely over tootle puffing this last 10 months or so. I'm gonna have to progress a little slower than I first thought. :)

Nothing wrong with that - been vaping over four years and still dislike a hot vape or getting too far under about .8 ohms, lol
 

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