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Another RDA, I personally like, similar to the Aeolus is the Sapor. I actually prefer the Sapor over the Aeolus.
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These are really nicely made.
These are really nicely made.
Main question is, what are you looking for in the new RDA? Are you more into cloud chasing, or flavor? Do you want a RDA that has good airflow or rather restricted? Are you using the RDA on the road, or mainly at home?
The Velocity is also a good RDA, due to the various airflow options, it can be a flavor, or cloud chaser's RDA. The Velocity clone by Tobeco would be a cheaper option.
Then there's the CLT V3 by Infinite, which also has various airflow options.
Overall, you it's up to your coils, and e-juice, you are utilizing, to achieve your goal.
Problem about the Vector, is the location of the airflow's intake area. It is possible to sort of block the airflow with your lips. In addition, you don't have the option of using your own drip tip. However, overall it's also a good RDA. It's one of my 62 (and counting) RDAs I own.
That was one of the "cons" in one of the reviews I read, and I brought it up when the Vector was suggested, to me, over the Sapor. Was told it wasn't really a problem, and it turned out not to be a problem. For me, anyway. Maybe if you're one who "deep throats" the drip tip, it might be
True. But, as I found with my Super Tank Mini: The integral drip tip is a nice compromise size. For me, anyway.
Yeah, I'm "only" up to... uh... four. Not sure where I'm going from here. Considering the Steamboat. Or maybe a Hannya post-less. So far, for my favourite out of the four I have, it's a close call between the Vector and my Marquis clone.
This was the reason, I was asking the questions above. You seem to prefer a more "restricted" airflow in your RDAs. I also own the Vector and the Marquis. However, personally I prefer the Vector over the Marquis, due to the restricted airflow in the Marquis. I prefer a little bit more airflow. Therefore, I like RDAs, that give you more options in regards to the airflow.That was one of the "cons" in one of the reviews I read, and I brought it up when the Vector was suggested, to me, over the Sapor. Was told it wasn't really a problem, and it turned out not to be a problem. For me, anyway. Maybe if you're one who "deep throats" the drip tip, it might be
True. But, as I found with my Super Tank Mini: The integral drip tip is a nice compromise size. For me, anyway.
Yeah, I'm "only" up to... uh... four. Not sure where I'm going from here. Considering the Steamboat. Or maybe a Hannya post-less. So far, for my favourite out of the four I have, it's a close call between the Vector and my Marquis clone.
*nod*
Compared to many (most?) RDA users: Probably so. I guess you could say I like "just enough" airflow, wattage and cloud production to produce a flavourful, dense, slightly warm vape. ("Flavourful" and "dense" being highly subjective, of course.)
The thing I like about the Marquis is the ability to do a single-coil build. I'm getting terrific flavour out of the thing without needing a tremendous amount of power or generating small-storm-system-sized clouds. Interestingly: I'm getting a similar vape from the Vector--a bit airier with three holes, only with less stray juice, with its dual-coil build.
Understood.
Im more into flavor and a more airy draw iv been using the Stillare wide open with a chuff top... Im usually at work so i vape a few hits then it gets put in a draw so i cant have something that leaks that was a huge draw back to a few other RDA's iv tried.. I loved the flavor of the freakshow but it would leak like a sieve
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Is this still an Aeolus Lite thread? If it is, I just got mine today. Looking forward to building it soon...any moment now... and how about that metal air flow control ring? You know, the one that's almost fucking impossible to remove !!! What were they thinking? This is a design fail, just because of how tough it is to remove, for folks that want to use the one piece delrin afc/tip. I did get the metal ring out of the top cap (with no damage) but OMG!!!
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Lol, calm down bro, its not that bad, first time is a bitch then you lube it up and slides open easy.
Just use a little blue screw driver from the inside and pop it off, then put a drop of juice on the oring and put it back on.
Love this atty. The v2 is still my favorite but this is almost exactly the same.
Yea it's still about the Aeolus lite... That was really what i wanted to get i really liked the look and from what i heard it sounds like a great flavor atty.. From what iv seen the air flows a pain to turn but you can pop it out putting your finger up the barrel and pushing. So once you pop it out you can align it the way you want and put it back in then you don't really need to move it again.. I ended up ordering the Sapor so ill let you know how it is when it comes in.. Let me know how you like the lite after you throw a build in it
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It did at first. the sapor was a damn nice vape! but on mine the negative post stripped out after only the second build. the Aeolus does offer slightly more airflow also.I tried this atty at the VAPE store, according to the owner the top airflow overtime it becomes loose,,
Buy the Sapor cheaper and vapes the same
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Had a small credit at Viper so I scored the Aeolus. No regrets at all. Building it soon. I do expect it'll be nice. Removing the afc ring - dry - no lube - from the top cap was... an interesting exercise. I used a rubberband... it worked. I'm calm. No doubt, it'll be more easily removable when it's lubed. - Goin' ta build. -Later
This is nice. Really nice (I don't always feel that - 1st time out, new atty) Simple build. Dual coil (obviously), 9 wrap, 2.5mm ID. Ohms out at ??? I dunno exactly... 0.37, 0.38 or something like that. Ohm meter died after 2yrs... bought a Smok Omnitester - POS only reads to tenths!!! Fuk! and Sigelei 100W Plus only reads to tenths!!! Fuk! (LOL), but it's all ok... I'm cool with it. I know it's closer to 0.4ohms but it reads @ 0.3... eh...
Starting with the Delrin tip. It's a good, flavorful vape. The air flow adjustment is slick! This was a very good purchase. I gotta say... I'm liking these top air, no leak, no mess no spit-out-the-sides RDA's like the Vector and this Aeolus more than anything else. For the past two days I've been using the Velocity with the JayBo Comp Cap. It's a good fit on the authentic Velocity base. A hair loose but grips enough to pick-up the Sigelei 100W Plus mod by the RDA without coming off... and it's all clean & dry. Love it !!!
Starting with the Delrin tip. It's a good, flavorful vape. The air flow adjustment is slick! This was a very good purchase. I gotta say... I'm liking these top air, no leak, no mess no spit-out-the-sides RDA's like the Vector and this Aeolus more than anything else. For the past two days I've been using the Velocity with the JayBo Comp Cap. It's a good fit on the authentic Velocity base. A hair loose but grips enough to pick-up the Sigelei 100W Plus mod by the RDA without coming off... and it's all clean & dry. Love it !!!
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The drip tip gets hot,
The vector is not a competition rda
It is purely flavor chucker...
I mainly use my vectors in the morning with my coffee, and I have to buy a custom drip tip sleeve cuz like what I said it wail get hot especially if you build low... But as far as flavor yeah boy...
I don't have the rda we talking about but I tried it at a VAPE store, like what I said the airflow gets loose over time, I will choose the SAPOR over AL
IMO
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I'm using it with a pair of 26 ga. Kanthal coils, ten turns on 2.5mm. Comes out to 0.62Ω. Drip tip isn't getting hot on me. But that's not a low-ohm build and I'm running it at only about 40W. I get a pleasantly warm vape.
That's what I like about it. Terrific flavour w/o excessive cloud generation.
That's how I've been using mine. Coffee and my Vector with Archangel in it. Terrific combo.
If I get another RDA: It's between the Sapor and the Steamboat, atm.
I'm liking this zero-juice-mess with top airflow so much, that I'm leaning toward the Sapor.
Or another Vector
I have 3 of these bad boysI'm using it with a pair of 26 ga. Kanthal coils, ten turns on 2.5mm. Comes out to 0.62Ω. Drip tip isn't getting hot on me. But that's not a low-ohm build and I'm running it at only about 40W. I get a pleasantly warm vape.
That's what I like about it. Terrific flavour w/o excessive cloud generation.
Oh yeah man, .6 40 watts you won't feel a thing, mine is .13 75-80 watts go figure lol
That's how I've been using mine. Coffee and my Vector with Archangel in it. Terrific combo.
yes sir
If I get another RDA: It's between the Sapor and the Steamboat, atm.
I'm liking this zero-juice-mess with top airflow so much, that I'm leaning toward the Sapor.
Yup
Or another Vector
I'm loving the multi quote
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If you don't chain vape the Vector at high energy (meaning: reasonably low resistances... not super low), then the drip tip won't burst into flames (i.e., get too hot)...
@vuJim - (just an opinion), the Steamboat (identical to the Tugboat V2) at the price it sells for, and the quality it offers - IS worth buying. BUT it's still going to spit some (small amount of liquid), out the side air holes... The Aeolus lite (stick with the SS/Al), is about $40.00.. Runs bone dry. Air flow is as good as anything you'd ever need. I think, for an authentic?... well, it's a personal call... knowing what I do know about it now. IMO, It's easily the equal to the Vector. It offers a wide bore Delrin DT as well as an aluminum 510. My only subjective con is the slotted screws for the posts. I'd prefer phillips head or hex head, but it's not a big deal. These two on points, are my favorites. They're both flavorful, have great air and run bone dry. I've no doubt the Sapor is everything that everyone says it is... and that's the problem. Some have great results with it, and others apparently haven't been as lucky. I'm going to sell my EHPro Veritas today. I've a like/hate relationship with it and the AL is just as sweet if not moreseo in my book !!!
@vuJim - (just an opinion), the Steamboat (identical to the Tugboat V2) at the price it sells for, and the quality it offers - IS worth buying. BUT it's still going to spit some (small amount of liquid), out the side air holes... The Aeolus lite (stick with the SS/Al), is about $40.00.. Runs bone dry. Air flow is as good as anything you'd ever need. I think, for an authentic?... well, it's a personal call... knowing what I do know about it now. IMO, It's easily the equal to the Vector. It offers a wide bore Delrin DT as well as an aluminum 510. My only subjective con is the slotted screws for the posts. I'd prefer phillips head or hex head, but it's not a big deal. These two on points, are my favorites. They're both flavorful, have great air and run bone dry. I've no doubt the Sapor is everything that everyone says it is... and that's the problem. Some have great results with it, and others apparently haven't been as lucky. I'm going to sell my EHPro Veritas today. I've a like/hate relationship with it and the AL is just as sweet if not moreseo in my book !!!
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Steamboat fits all of the tugboat caps also.
For what its worth, I would stay clear of the sapor, its build quality is a little on the bad side. (unless I got a bad one)
For what its worth, I would stay clear of the sapor, its build quality is a little on the bad side. (unless I got a bad one)
@Izen, @f1r3b1rd: Re: The Steamboat: Nice as the quality may be: Perhaps that's the main attraction? I should probably pass. The vape funds are limited, so I have to make wise choices. On the Veritas: I can understand the love/hate thing. My Marquis clone occupies a similar space. It's a great vape, but it's a bit tricky to juice, what with its small reservoir, and it can get messy. On the Aeolus: I don't know about that one. Not saying it isn't worth it, but $40 for an RDA... I'll have to think carefully on that one. Not right away, that's for sure. Lastly, the Sapor. I suspect their build quality to be highly variable. It sounds like you can get a good one or a lemon, and there's no way to tell, right out of the gate. So I may have to pass on that one, too. I don't need another Crius experience, if I can avoid it
I'll continue to keep an eye on the Aeolus, I guess.
I'll continue to keep an eye on the Aeolus, I guess.
According to your answers, I think either the Aeolus or Sapor. Both of these RDAs have the airflow at the top, thus making it leak proof. However, they could leak, if laid down horizontally.
Aeolus lite - day 2, still a good vape... still using the Delrin wide bore cap. This is the equal of the Vector in flavor and airflow. Saying so, simply reflects my (inexperienced with it) opinion, but I'm sticking with that opinion. The Vector for its similar size has a considerably deeper juice well, but the deck of the AL isn't exactly shallow. Would I buy it again? Absolutely. I like it aesthetically. I like how it vapes. I've always read mostly great comments about the Av1 & Av2 with some caveats. Never wanted to pull the trigger for the price but this AL (v3?) for the much lower cost is most likely the best of them. Glad I waited. @empt3 - I'm too lazy to take & post a side-by-side photo of the Vector and Aeolus lite to show you a size comparison, but they are practically the same (size) for all intents and purposes. @vuJim - I can't see the AL ever approaching the price of the Vector but one is (broadly speaking) a 2piece atty (top cap & base)... the other a 5piece design.
You can't pop-out the AFC from the inside. It can only be lifted off the top from the outside, and there's practically nothing to grip when trying to do this. I haven't put back the metal airflow ring. Have only been using the Delrin cap. The Delrin is one piece air flow ring and drip tip. Easy and fast to open or close the air. Just grip it and turn it... faster to change than the Vector! I really like it for this feature.
I did notice before setting this up... when everything was dry... with the metal air flow ring inserted into the top cap, and the SS 510 pushed into the AFC ring... that turning the DT just spun it in place... the AFC ring didn't move.
It's possible but I don't know yet, that when it's in use and wet with juice and condensed moisture... the AFC will spin and be adjustable by turning the 510. I can't see having to pop out the top cap just to change the AFC. One of these days I'll try it out but I'd sooner stick with the Delrin setup for now.
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I use the magic little blue screw driver we all have to push it out the AFC through the airflow holes,put a drop of juice on the oring and that makes it a ton easier to adjust after a few times.
Fair enough... but tell me, which setup do you favor? The 2piece PIA to adjust metal, or the delrin? - You know I have to ask.
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Hahaha, k find the flavor to be noticibly more intense with the pain in the ass metal and a dotmod driptip. The AFC smooths out after a few days and is easier to adjust. Not as easy as the delerin but easy enough.
Noticeably more intense? (don't know if I can take it more intense than what it already is), I really like the wide bore, but OK, I'm going to try it out.
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Let me know what you think, lol
@f1r3b1rd - I was being facetious about (my handling of) the 'intensity' part of it. I hope you know that. I did change it over. Not nearly as bad as I thought it would be, and I don't mean bad in that sense. The narrower bore 510 DT does intensify the flavor. The inhalation noise is greater (don't love that part of it)... I lubed the sides of the AFC ring before putting it in place. Turning the 510 DT alone still, just spins it in place but it's possible and not too difficult at all to grip the AFC ring from the top to adjust the air flow. So it works !!! Good. Not as easy to turn as the Delrin but it's good. Because of the narrower bore of the 510, it seems like one has a finer control of the precision of the air flow. That's good too. Between the wide bore delrin 'chuf' and the 510 setup, the scope of the experience of this RDA is really broadened. The metal wide open is like the delrin half way. Between the two, this RDA takes on a (almost), completely different personality. Glad I tried it this way and glad you posted what you did. Thanks !!! (thumbs up).
I did change it over. Not nearly as bad as I thought it would be, and I don't mean bad in that sense. The narrower bore 510 DT does intensify the flavor. The inhalation noise is greater (don't love that part of it)... I lubed the sides of the AFC ring before putting it in place. Turning the 510 DT alone still, just spins it in place but it's possible and not too difficult at all to grip the AFC ring from the top to adjust the air flow. So it works !!! Good. Not as easy to turn as the Delrin but it's good. Because of the narrower bore of the 510, it seems like one has a finer control of the precision of the air flow. That's good too. Between the wide bore delrin 'chuf' and the 510 setup, the scope of the experience of this RDA is really broadened. The metal wide open is like the delrin half way. Between the two, this RDA takes on a (almost), completely different personality. Glad I tried it this way and glad you posted what you did. Thanks !!! (thumbs up).
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Roger that dude! glad you tried it!!! -I knew you was kidding.@f1r3b1rd - I was being facetious about (my handling of) the 'intensity' part of it. I hope you know that.
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All us non-new members voted and decided you'll keep it forever.
It will change, when you reach a certain number of posts.