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trying to get pointed in the right direction of an real/effective vaporizer that is in the price range of 150-200 ...or something cheaper. peace. trying to stop smoking and convert to vaping
SD_haze
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150-200 is seriously a magic number
Every "log vape" style vaporizer is within that price range and in my opinion, they're one of the very best options for converting to vapor.
They're kind of the exact opposite of the atmosraw... They're always on, they always work, and there's very little that can go wrong.
Even among all the different manufacturers, they're all extremely efficient and nowadays most of them can put out clouds that very easily rival bigger, more powerful desktop units.
They're not for everyone. If you're someone who usually is getting high "out and about" all the time, a portable option might be smarter. However, if you usually are inhaling at home, the log vape is simply awesome.
In no particular order, the log vapes are
1. Underdog (underdogvapes.com)
2. The HI (heat island)
3. Rockzap (aromazap.com
4. the OCD (oldcitydiffusers.com)
5. the epic vape (epicvape.com)
They all have FC threads with videos of them in the threads so I'd definitely check them out.
Those 5 seem like a lot of choices, but go with the peace of mind that its truly impossible to make a bad choice between them.
Every "log vape" style vaporizer is within that price range and in my opinion, they're one of the very best options for converting to vapor.
They're kind of the exact opposite of the atmosraw... They're always on, they always work, and there's very little that can go wrong.
Even among all the different manufacturers, they're all extremely efficient and nowadays most of them can put out clouds that very easily rival bigger, more powerful desktop units.
They're not for everyone. If you're someone who usually is getting high "out and about" all the time, a portable option might be smarter. However, if you usually are inhaling at home, the log vape is simply awesome.
In no particular order, the log vapes are
1. Underdog (underdogvapes.com)
2. The HI (heat island)
3. Rockzap (aromazap.com
4. the OCD (oldcitydiffusers.com)
5. the epic vape (epicvape.com)
They all have FC threads with videos of them in the threads so I'd definitely check them out.
Those 5 seem like a lot of choices, but go with the peace of mind that its truly impossible to make a bad choice between them.
tranceporter
The Cloud Conductor
If I was in the market for a new 150 dollar vape it would be a HI or a Solo if i needed pprtability. Speaking of that I can't wait for my confirmation email from Alan.
Frederick McGuire
Aggressively Loungey
I'm pretty sure the DBV (Da Buddah Vape)is in that price range (isn't it?).
I can't reccomend 7th floors (the manufacturer of the DBV, SSV, and LSV) vapes highly enough.
The SSV (SilverSurfer Vape) was my first real vape, and converted me instantly.
The DBV is the model below the SSV, and I would say it is a very good vape for a newly (or soon to be) converted vaporist.
I can't reccomend 7th floors (the manufacturer of the DBV, SSV, and LSV) vapes highly enough.
The SSV (SilverSurfer Vape) was my first real vape, and converted me instantly.
The DBV is the model below the SSV, and I would say it is a very good vape for a newly (or soon to be) converted vaporist.
vorrange
Vapor.wise
Jam, as a former smoker i simpathize with your struggle. It is not easy to stop combusting.
First, you need to understand that to really be efective you need to stop smoking! I understand that you might not see that now but it is. I used to think i could wing it, smooth transition and whatnot, it is total BS.
You might make it with a smooth transition but it is my experience, as many others here that to truly experience the vape high, you need to stop searching for the combustion high in the vape high.
That said, i would also advise you that you should get a portable and a home vaporizer or one who can do both, otherwise you will problably be unsatisfied with the portable since they usually have more flaws because of the size and portability constraint.
And now onto my recomendations:
For a portable i would suggest something stealthy, i own a Magic Flight Launch Box and a wood Vapor Genie and i currently only use the Launch Box although the Genie can give huge clouds and once you get the hang of it, it is easy to vape without accidentaly overheating the herb since once you taste popcorn, you now you are close to the end.
For home use, you can go for the classics here at FC, the SSV is the favorite of most here due to the big hitter capability and good flavour because of the all glass heating path. If you want something more versatile the Herbalaire is quite small and versatile with the ability of various ways of vaping (bag, whip, direct draw) and the Extreme Q has a digital temp readout, as versatile as the herbalaire.
You also have the logs, (HI, UD, CRZ are the main choices here), nice little things that are both beautifull and eficient. They have a fixed temperature but you can get a variable voltage power source to play with the temperatures and due to the small size they pair well with a bong adding some water filtration.
You can also get something in between to use at home, like a portable that can get used in and out of the house, they are usually bigger and not so stealthy, like the Vapir NO2 or the Arizer Solo, but if you have to buy only one these two would be in my short list for sure. The Solo excels in taste and the NO2 is perfect for the cluts out there.
To better understand what to get, you should understand your imediate most basic needs and also your maximum price. I am waiting for my 5th vaporizer and i am still not satisfied.
There are concessions you need to make when you choose a vaporizer, whether is stealthiness, taste, power source or sturdiness there is not one vape who has it all.
First, you need to understand that to really be efective you need to stop smoking! I understand that you might not see that now but it is. I used to think i could wing it, smooth transition and whatnot, it is total BS.
You might make it with a smooth transition but it is my experience, as many others here that to truly experience the vape high, you need to stop searching for the combustion high in the vape high.
That said, i would also advise you that you should get a portable and a home vaporizer or one who can do both, otherwise you will problably be unsatisfied with the portable since they usually have more flaws because of the size and portability constraint.
And now onto my recomendations:
For a portable i would suggest something stealthy, i own a Magic Flight Launch Box and a wood Vapor Genie and i currently only use the Launch Box although the Genie can give huge clouds and once you get the hang of it, it is easy to vape without accidentaly overheating the herb since once you taste popcorn, you now you are close to the end.
For home use, you can go for the classics here at FC, the SSV is the favorite of most here due to the big hitter capability and good flavour because of the all glass heating path. If you want something more versatile the Herbalaire is quite small and versatile with the ability of various ways of vaping (bag, whip, direct draw) and the Extreme Q has a digital temp readout, as versatile as the herbalaire.
You also have the logs, (HI, UD, CRZ are the main choices here), nice little things that are both beautifull and eficient. They have a fixed temperature but you can get a variable voltage power source to play with the temperatures and due to the small size they pair well with a bong adding some water filtration.
You can also get something in between to use at home, like a portable that can get used in and out of the house, they are usually bigger and not so stealthy, like the Vapir NO2 or the Arizer Solo, but if you have to buy only one these two would be in my short list for sure. The Solo excels in taste and the NO2 is perfect for the cluts out there.
To better understand what to get, you should understand your imediate most basic needs and also your maximum price. I am waiting for my 5th vaporizer and i am still not satisfied.
There are concessions you need to make when you choose a vaporizer, whether is stealthiness, taste, power source or sturdiness there is not one vape who has it all.
momofthegoons
vapor accessory addict
Tom and Dr. Piff, recommending a vape you haven't tried is never a good idea. 
First off, welcome to the forum JAM and congratulations on your decision to change over to vapor.
The change over to vapor from combustion can take a little bit of patience, and some time. The high is different, for one thing. And often noobs to vapor feel they aren't getting high enough because the high is so different. They also miss that lung busting feeling and some miss the couch lock that you get from smoking. Vaping gives a much cleaner, more alert high.
While the log vapes are great (anyone looking at my signature can see I have an affinity for them), they aren't always the easiest to master for someone just changing over to vapor. While the new generation of log vapes (CRZ, HI, UD) give much bigger hits than the older models, they are still a restricted air path compared to the SSV or other whip style vapes. They can take a little patience to master.
While I know you are anxious to get going with this, I would strongly advise that you do some more homework before making your investment. Do some more reading and ask some more questions so that you have a better chance of finding the right first vape.
First off, welcome to the forum JAM and congratulations on your decision to change over to vapor.
The change over to vapor from combustion can take a little bit of patience, and some time. The high is different, for one thing. And often noobs to vapor feel they aren't getting high enough because the high is so different. They also miss that lung busting feeling and some miss the couch lock that you get from smoking. Vaping gives a much cleaner, more alert high.
While the log vapes are great (anyone looking at my signature can see I have an affinity for them), they aren't always the easiest to master for someone just changing over to vapor. While the new generation of log vapes (CRZ, HI, UD) give much bigger hits than the older models, they are still a restricted air path compared to the SSV or other whip style vapes. They can take a little patience to master.
While I know you are anxious to get going with this, I would strongly advise that you do some more homework before making your investment. Do some more reading and ask some more questions so that you have a better chance of finding the right first vape.
tranceporter
The Cloud Conductor
I've tried a Solo and just seeing boos post videos of the HI in action is enough for my recommendation. Out of the vapes I've owned I would recommend an EQ. I wholeheartedly love my LSV but the cheapest I've seen it is just over 2 bills.
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