Hey folks. I recently debated which heavy hitting vape would suit my complex allergy problems and general vaporizer requirements/dreams, between the Brick and the Supreme.
I was truly torn , but deceided on the Supreme, partly for its temp regulation.
However, to my heartbreak, I can not use the Supreme at all. I experienced what seemed to be an incredibly sevre allergic reaction which I just could not figure out at first.
I am allergic to weed, and vapor, but this reaction was way out of proportion to what any and all considered possible variables could have explained.
The allergic response was just so high and extreme. And not explainable in terms of hot size, temp, vapor profile or anything else I considered.
2 nights running I fell asleep leaning back, as I do at times if I am too tired to stay awake long enough after my dinner, to digest the food, and also manage my allergy and respiratory symptoms.
Both times I woke up choking so bad on mucus I thought I might die. The inflammation in my throat and airways was so high, much worse than normal.
Managing my allergies, which I have learnt to do extremely well, was impossible while using the Supreme.
Afyer 6 days, I accepted that I just cannot ever again use it, or else risk my life, no exagggeration!
My body intuition is excellent and keeps me alive! The only logocal conclusion was that I am actually allergic to the aluminium heating block, by whatever mechanism, not necessarily offgassing, or releasing toxins (but I cant rule it out), just some way in which I reacted to the air drawn through it, which could be on an energetic level or something.
I was so disappointed, especially seeing as the Brick would have been the better choice in hindsight, and now I have spent the money I saved. £200 including postage and customs.
Anyway, I was due to visit my homeopath last tuesday. She uses "Vega testing" to measure electrical impulses and frequencies in the body, via the accupressure points on hands and feet, to diagnose ailments, infections and general body health and imbalances with pinpoint accuracy. It is 100% reliable in that what it finds, is exactly correct.
She also tests me for allergies to foods, supplements and anything else. So I got her to test the actual Supreme. Sure enough, it is the metal I am reacting badly to. But I already knew this, but it helped to get that confirmation that Im not going crazy.
I have massive problems with my hands and forearms which are prone to repetitive strain injury. I have great difficulty using the torch lighters to heat my vapcap. They take some force to click down and hold.
The brulee torch I got for the Supreme is perfectly okay for my hands and much less straining.
I would like to know if this torch would be a good fit for the Brick. If it will be, I may keep hold of it for now, but if it isnt likely to be suitable, I may offer it along with the Supreme. I am negotiating currently so I come here to check this with the Brick pros.
Here is a link to the torch on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01CCA4ER0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I would hope to be able to find another torch for the Brick which does not affect my hands too badly no matter what, but this brulee torch would be handy to have if suitable.
Sincere thanks for any input.
I was truly torn , but deceided on the Supreme, partly for its temp regulation.
However, to my heartbreak, I can not use the Supreme at all. I experienced what seemed to be an incredibly sevre allergic reaction which I just could not figure out at first.
I am allergic to weed, and vapor, but this reaction was way out of proportion to what any and all considered possible variables could have explained.
The allergic response was just so high and extreme. And not explainable in terms of hot size, temp, vapor profile or anything else I considered.
2 nights running I fell asleep leaning back, as I do at times if I am too tired to stay awake long enough after my dinner, to digest the food, and also manage my allergy and respiratory symptoms.
Both times I woke up choking so bad on mucus I thought I might die. The inflammation in my throat and airways was so high, much worse than normal.
Managing my allergies, which I have learnt to do extremely well, was impossible while using the Supreme.
Afyer 6 days, I accepted that I just cannot ever again use it, or else risk my life, no exagggeration!
My body intuition is excellent and keeps me alive! The only logocal conclusion was that I am actually allergic to the aluminium heating block, by whatever mechanism, not necessarily offgassing, or releasing toxins (but I cant rule it out), just some way in which I reacted to the air drawn through it, which could be on an energetic level or something.
I was so disappointed, especially seeing as the Brick would have been the better choice in hindsight, and now I have spent the money I saved. £200 including postage and customs.
Anyway, I was due to visit my homeopath last tuesday. She uses "Vega testing" to measure electrical impulses and frequencies in the body, via the accupressure points on hands and feet, to diagnose ailments, infections and general body health and imbalances with pinpoint accuracy. It is 100% reliable in that what it finds, is exactly correct.
She also tests me for allergies to foods, supplements and anything else. So I got her to test the actual Supreme. Sure enough, it is the metal I am reacting badly to. But I already knew this, but it helped to get that confirmation that Im not going crazy.
I have massive problems with my hands and forearms which are prone to repetitive strain injury. I have great difficulty using the torch lighters to heat my vapcap. They take some force to click down and hold.
The brulee torch I got for the Supreme is perfectly okay for my hands and much less straining.
I would like to know if this torch would be a good fit for the Brick. If it will be, I may keep hold of it for now, but if it isnt likely to be suitable, I may offer it along with the Supreme. I am negotiating currently so I come here to check this with the Brick pros.
Here is a link to the torch on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01CCA4ER0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I would hope to be able to find another torch for the Brick which does not affect my hands too badly no matter what, but this brulee torch would be handy to have if suitable.
Sincere thanks for any input.
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After 10 + warranty claims with the grasshopper I am excited for the simplicity of the brick. Stoked to be back on the butane vape grind!
. I'm already good to go, had plenty of practice with Jr. and Daisy.
