Cream City had them for US$125ea last time I almost got one but there may be clones about as you can get them for $40 ea if you buy 20 on Ali/DHgate.That's a reasonable discount.
Right. I see that Stache has silicon sleeves in stock (only $10) in solid colours. Not sure if they're matte, but at least one of the colours, green, is unique.Yes, I believe the silicone bases are all interchangeable. Hence the “Makeover”. Just different color schemes.
approx. how long does the butane last before needing a refillI think the biggest change is the matte finish. I cannot imagine there have been significant improvements, because it is hard to find any problems with the RiO imo. I have several and they have all worked flawlessly for a year and a half.
My only complaint has been with the banger that comes with it. I prefer to replace it.
I purchased one of the thick round bottom banger from Stache, and I still prefer other bangers better.
But I love the RiO!
I think the biggest change is the matte finish. I cannot imagine there have been significant improvements, because it is hard to find any problems with the RiO imo. I have several and they have all worked flawlessly for a year and a half.
My only complaint has been with the banger that comes with it. I prefer to replace it.
I purchased one of the thick round bottom banger from Stache, and I still prefer other bangers better.
But I love the RiO!
Cheers for the reply guys, much appreciated. I think a couple of things I noticed from videos was the matte has the lighter refill covered where the makeover is open so you dont need to remove the lighter to refill, and it kind of looks like matte has a bit more shape to the body for making it easier to grip?Yes, I believe the silicone bases are all interchangeable. Hence the “Makeover”. Just different color schemes.
I just refilled and I will let you know when it runs out.approx. how long does the butane last before needing a refill
Thanks for the info, thats good to know. Looks like the matte might be the better option after allI've had a few versions and the only notable changes model to model are as follows:
Original > Makeover = torch was upgraded to a new design
Makeover > Matte = also upgraded the torch, but I think this time was more aesthetic than function.
The latest versions also appear to be shipping with the new quartz, which appears TONS nicer than what originally shipped. They have upgraded to welded joints, improved the fit, and offer several different banger designs.
Note that those are $10 sleeves, not a base that can hold the RIO torch. Don't want anyone to get too excitedRight. I see that Stache has silicon sleeves in stock (only $10) in solid colours. Not sure if they're matte, but at least one of the colours, green, is unique.
So theoretically future colour designs could be offered. Likewise, the coloured glass. It would be nice if there was more customization options available (including 3rd party), but I guess it's just not that popular?
Just use my rio as a stand alone torch, and to this day I use only their bangers. Appropriately priced and pretty good quality!I've had a few versions and the only notable changes model to model are as follows:
Original > Makeover = torch was upgraded to a new design
Makeover > Matte = also upgraded the torch, but I think this time was more aesthetic than function.
The latest versions also appear to be shipping with the new quartz, which appears TONS nicer than what originally shipped. They have upgraded to welded joints, improved the fit, and offer several different banger designs.
I'm kind of surprised they don't just have different models with different percs.I failed to mention the og units were also inline percs versus the newer versions having shower heads.