TheWhisper
Well-Known Member
With the backend screwed on and no battery, it does not seem to be airtight. But it's very, very close. :/
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Discontinued The Grasshopper
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With the backend screwed on and no battery, it does not seem to be airtight. But it's very, very close. :/
SlinginPaint
As Above ∞ So Below
Are pre-orders getting their Hoppers? I'm a backer and still no email...
Mr. Me2
Well-Known Member
I haven't heard of any preorders yet. You should be close. Have you checked your spam email folder?
vapviking
Old & In the Way
It's Dec. 1st!
Have you checked in your mailbox, @SlingingPaint ?
Not to worry! Another update tonight should put everybody at ease...
SlinginPaint
As Above ∞ So Below
I hadn't checked the Spam box yet... but alas nothing. Oh well, guess tonight is another update so well see what the excuses are this time.
Kalessin
Well-Known Member
I just love everyone's attitude on here about the GH. I mean, who needs to give a company who's created a groundbreaking vape the benefit of the doubt. It's not like they're constantly improving their methods, or owning up to their issues. I really wish people wouldn't be so uncharitable. Unless you're able to go out and make a vape of similar quality and fewer issues on your own without any noticeable delays or unkept promises, then I really wish people would stop complaining so much
hi_there
Well-Known Member
Pre-orders are not charity and even if I was a backer I would not consider it charity. I think the real issue is that the company has not been that transparent vis-à-vis delivery. Most of us are big boys and girls, if a company says, 'hey we are working on this great product but need you to sit tight for another 3 months, or six month because we are making it the best we can.' Most of us would understand that, every month for the past 16 months GHL is saying, we are a month or two away from mass shipping, here it comes!!
Obviously that will leave a lot of people unhappy.
justcametomind
Well-Known Member
This is just to say this EU shop now carries the GH
http://verdampftnochmal.de/products/en/grasshopper-vaporizer.html
Pretty expensive for the SS version imho.
Can I just order for the US site and ask for a EU plug/version?
It's 150$ versus 269€.
... And 319€ for the Ti version!
EDIT: @VapeFiend.com : 199£ which is 282€ but out of stock.
If it's just for the EU plug I'd gladly pay customs and import by myself.
http://verdampftnochmal.de/products/en/grasshopper-vaporizer.html
Pretty expensive for the SS version imho.
Can I just order for the US site and ask for a EU plug/version?
It's 150$ versus 269€.
... And 319€ for the Ti version!
EDIT: @VapeFiend.com : 199£ which is 282€ but out of stock.
If it's just for the EU plug I'd gladly pay customs and import by myself.
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Wow, here we are waiting for our backer and pre-order GH's and this company has them for sale and in stock?
Kalessin
Well-Known Member
There were several people who backed at a retail level, and got somewhere like 20 or 30 Grasshoppers to sell in shops.
grokit
well-worn member
They're also saying that these backers are free to get refunds, so unhappiness is their own choice.
hippogriff
Well-Known Member
The hopper comes w/ a custom USB charging cable, no plugs, so it doesn't matter, USB standards are the same. There are some EU retailers getting ready to sell hoppers, but they're all out of stock b/c they've yet to have any stock. I kinda remember hearing that the retail packages are the last of the campaign perks to be fulfilled.
speedyg
Well-Known Member
The backend on my SS hopper has come apart after daily use since early September. Sending it back to Hopper Lab. Also had a green Ti Hopper but it got lost/misplaced. I'm very sad about this! Both units ran hot at the backend and battery life was disappointing. Hope HL is able to work out the bugs because it can't be beat where stealth and concealment is required.
Averyminya
Grasshopper Backer
If your backed came apart and had backend heat issues it sounds like it was a little messed up from the start. Only on hot days or from a cold start do I notice a hot backend, and I unscrew and play with the backend a little.
It'd be a longshot... but you could try asking HL for a warranty
That's awful disappointing to hear, I couldn't live with myself if I lost something I waited so long for.
Averyminya
Grasshopper Backer
I realized as I was writing how bad that sounded but I also was laughing really hard while writing it, so it is written with love.
My Hopper took a tough tumble last night. I used it a couple times and it was working fine, but I took 1 hit today, left it for a bit and when I tried to hit it again it shut off after 2 or 3 seconds. So, Hopsies is dead But, this is a new one for sure. When I screw in the backend, it seems to think it's turning on. Here's the kicker - when I plug it it, it blinks like normal. If I turn it on, it goes between red flashing and red solid and is all whacky. This is with both batteries I have unfortunately. I can't quite tell, but it seems to be the backend. It feels a little different when clicking down. It was a nasty fall :I
I don't think the body is messed up... except for the flashing lights like weird, so maybe it is. GHL will probably get back to me tomorrow since I put it in after 5 P.M. their time (I feel like they do E-Mail 9-5, GHL work near 24/7).
I'm sad that I fucked it up lol. I have dropped it a couple times before, but this one was on the backend clicker :/ and it is a hard carpet and it also probably hit the wall, so it must have gotten pretty rattled. She sounds so sad
The worst part? The Air and the Flowermate just don't compare for me I got so used to the Grasshopper that I think I'm underwhelmed. Maybe using both together will help remedy my "pain".
At least this means I'll probably get a newer unit that has gotten the revisions! I can't help but think about the times where I would think there was something wrong with my Grasshopper. Occasionally it wouldn't seem to fully vape the product.. but then the battery dies and I just switched it and back to normal. I think playing with the pressure of the backend and the gold ring can have a performance impact. I feel like evidence to support this is those who needed to press their backends together to get it to work when it comes apart.
Also, I don't know if I'm mentioned this before, but it you apply a small amount of pressure down on the dial and turn it becomes much much easier.
Sorry to update with the bad news! At the very least this is a Grasshopper that lasted from 10/5 to 12/1, which seems to be pretty good for supposed recent influx of bad Grasshoppers (those naughty beasts).
My Hopper took a tough tumble last night. I used it a couple times and it was working fine, but I took 1 hit today, left it for a bit and when I tried to hit it again it shut off after 2 or 3 seconds. So, Hopsies is dead
But, this is a new one for sure. When I screw in the backend, it seems to think it's turning on. Here's the kicker - when I plug it it, it blinks like normal. If I turn it on, it goes between red flashing and red solid and is all whacky. This is with both batteries I have unfortunately. I can't quite tell, but it seems to be the backend. It feels a little different when clicking down. It was a nasty fall :I I don't think the body is messed up... except for the flashing lights like weird, so maybe it is. GHL will probably get back to me tomorrow since I put it in after 5 P.M. their time (I feel like they do E-Mail 9-5, GHL work near 24/7).
I'm sad that I fucked it up lol. I have dropped it a couple times before, but this one was on the backend clicker :/ and it is a hard carpet and it also probably hit the wall, so it must have gotten pretty rattled. She sounds so sad
The worst part? The Air and the Flowermate just don't compare for me
I got so used to the Grasshopper that I think I'm underwhelmed. Maybe using both together will help remedy my "pain". At least this means I'll probably get a newer unit that has gotten the revisions! I can't help but think about the times where I would think there was something wrong with my Grasshopper. Occasionally it wouldn't seem to fully vape the product.. but then the battery dies and I just switched it and back to normal. I think playing with the pressure of the backend and the gold ring can have a performance impact. I feel like evidence to support this is those who needed to press their backends together to get it to work when it comes apart.
Also, I don't know if I'm mentioned this before, but it you apply a small amount of pressure down on the dial and turn it becomes much much easier.
Sorry to update with the bad news! At the very least this is a Grasshopper that lasted from 10/5 to 12/1, which seems to be pretty good for supposed recent influx of bad Grasshoppers (those naughty beasts).
lreinirz
Member
I'd ask for a new unit at this point.
Bass Vaper
Well-Known Member
My buddy emailed last Wed, got a reply Sunday saying "fill out the warranty request and it'll be completed tomorrow (Monday/yesterday)". Nothing since, he checked in today, got a reply saying "will be done today, overwhelmed with so many emails, you'll receive an email confirmation today when done". Crickets.
Yours sounds like his though, keep trying to turn it on and it may end up working. This one does, at least. Good luck, sorry for your loss. Moment of silence
Averyminya
Grasshopper Backer
Thanks for the info. I turned clicked it 15 times like a few others have tried and no luck.
At least the soul of the Grasshopper is still with me.
Sorry, I mean sole. The silicone mouthpiece is great for the Arizer Air plastic tip, with the plastic removed. I'll play around with it a little more, but the lights are pretty erratic and it sounded like there was a pop once or twice. Not loud, just like little cracking noises. I've heard it once before, but it sounds like something the heater would do to try and kill itself. I also don't want to have an accidental short (since we don't really know what caused it) and have mine go puff! Thanks for the support
We all know we'll be here for each other haha.
New side thread? Grasshopper Support Group
At least the soul of the Grasshopper is still with me.
Sorry, I mean sole. The silicone mouthpiece is great for the Arizer Air plastic tip, with the plastic removed. I'll play around with it a little more, but the lights are pretty erratic and it sounded like there was a pop once or twice. Not loud, just like little cracking noises. I've heard it once before, but it sounds like something the heater would do to try and kill itself. I also don't want to have an accidental short (since we don't really know what caused it) and have mine go puff! Thanks for the support
We all know we'll be here for each other haha. New side thread? Grasshopper Support Group
Adobewan
Well-Known Member
Here it is:
Hey Everyone,
We have a quick update today to inform you that the project is progressing nicely and we have delivered the vast majority of units. Although we are now into the holidays, Grasshopper production will continue at an increasing rate. Most of you already have your units, and for those still waiting they are coming very soon.
We are still seeing some issues with new units but these issues are far fewer than ever before and continuing to drop. As we implement tweaks to increase reliability we must train the assembly techs and update the quality control procedure. This process is ongoing and continually improving, with each week yielding better results. It’s easy to expect everything to go smoothly, but when you are working to break new ground it rarely does. We have replaced every unit that has had an issue and will continue to do so.
The new personnel we recently brought on are finally up to speed on the entire production. This, coupled with supply chain improvements and additional machinery has drastically increased throughput.
We’ll be back with the mid December update on the 15th.
The Grasshopper Team
Hey Everyone,
We have a quick update today to inform you that the project is progressing nicely and we have delivered the vast majority of units. Although we are now into the holidays, Grasshopper production will continue at an increasing rate. Most of you already have your units, and for those still waiting they are coming very soon.
We are still seeing some issues with new units but these issues are far fewer than ever before and continuing to drop. As we implement tweaks to increase reliability we must train the assembly techs and update the quality control procedure. This process is ongoing and continually improving, with each week yielding better results. It’s easy to expect everything to go smoothly, but when you are working to break new ground it rarely does. We have replaced every unit that has had an issue and will continue to do so.
The new personnel we recently brought on are finally up to speed on the entire production. This, coupled with supply chain improvements and additional machinery has drastically increased throughput.
We’ll be back with the mid December update on the 15th.
The Grasshopper Team
YaFreekin Right
Well-Known Member
I realized as I was writing how bad that sounded but I also was laughing really hard while writing it, so it is written with love.
My Hopper took a tough tumble last night. I used it a couple times and it was working fine, but I took 1 hit today, left it for a bit and when I tried to hit it again it shut off after 2 or 3 seconds. So, Hopsies is dead
I don't think the body is messed up... except for the flashing lights like weird, so maybe it is. GHL will probably get back to me tomorrow since I put it in after 5 P.M. their time (I feel like they do E-Mail 9-5, GHL work near 24/7).
I'm sad that I fucked it up lol. I have dropped it a couple times before, but this one was on the backend clicker :/ and it is a hard carpet and it also probably hit the wall, so it must have gotten pretty rattled. She sounds so sad
The worst part? The Air and the Flowermate just don't compare for me
At least this means I'll probably get a newer unit that has gotten the revisions! I can't help but think about the times where I would think there was something wrong with my Grasshopper. Occasionally it wouldn't seem to fully vape the product.. but then the battery dies and I just switched it and back to normal. I think playing with the pressure of the backend and the gold ring can have a performance impact. I feel like evidence to support this is those who needed to press their backends together to get it to work when it comes apart.
Also, I don't know if I'm mentioned this before, but it you apply a small amount of pressure down on the dial and turn it becomes much much easier.
Sorry to update with the bad news! At the very least this is a Grasshopper that lasted from 10/5 to 12/1, which seems to be pretty good for supposed recent influx of bad Grasshoppers (those naughty beasts).
That sucks. It will be interesting to see if you have to wait till after all the backers & pre-orders for a replacement. Whether or not they sell replacement parts or if you have to order a new GH.
Averyminya
Grasshopper Backer
You'd think they void a warranty because it fell off a 2-3ft windowsill? That'd suck a lot :/ Is that a thing with warranty? Lol. I think it'll be covered, and from what it seems everyone else has pretty much gotten a replacement within a week, I don't see why this would be different.
That said, I'd be down to pay a small compensation for a replacement since it was technically my error (It was out of my control, but in my possession). The wind knocked a hanging bat, which pushed the Grasshopper into an abyss between my bed and the wall and floor.
I dunno, the warranty shows a split in half Grasshopper... that seems to imply user error LOL.
Of course, I'll keep y'all updated through it.
YaFreekin Right
Well-Known Member
I think so they can diagnose the failure & improve future hoppers they should warranty your GH. Further down the line there is no way they can consider drops part of their warranty.
Please keep us updated.