I did see that, but the actual launch website has had no updates to it. Still “estimating launch for June” on June 28th. That doesn’t bode well for a product that’s suppose to ship soon.
How is that 7 months treating you as far as the reach test on your tempest?
As far as shipping woes go, I know that Mad is doing all it can to get the Tempests to us. The Tempest is unequivocally the best vape I've ever owned.
Believe me: it is worth the wait. Sure, it's tough to wait for something I want badly (and I DO want another Tempest that way), but I trust Mad. I have known them for a bit longer than a year now (since March of 23), and of all the vaporizer manufactures, I trust them them most. Why? Mad actually communicates when something unforeseen happens (i.e. delays). If you have not been around the vape community for more than a few years, you may not know just how bad a lack of communication can be. Around the same time the (beta) Tempest dropped, S & B dropped their Venty, except there was a massive lack of transparency about shipping, malfunctions, recalls, etc. I am not out to dig S & B, as they did work out the issues, but a lot of that resolution happened AFTER THE FACT.
Mad Heaters at least lets customers know of logistical issues BEFORE we spend our money. That means a lot to me, and I think others, too.
Another reason I can continue to be patient: I know Mad will get their products to us all in good time and all in working order.
Like RedZep, the Tempest is my go-to choice. I sure wish I could just go to a store (like where you trade in gold for cash) to get rid of my DinoVaps. I don't touch them any more.
I would agree. Although the price of the reload system feels a little bit premium, I feel that its design and function does warrant it. I do think it would be cool to see a slightly more affordable version. Maybe a 2 chamber instead of a 3. But that’s all small potatoes. The function on this accessory seems stellar.
Would you recommend picking up the wand from DynaVap at $89 on the sale that they have? Or am I better off waiting to see if we get something lower for 7/10?
Not sure what price point this thing usually dips to.
Personally, I can't classify the Reload as a "premium." Sure, it is premium quality, but I see the Reload as an
essential, not as a bonus or something fancy. I need a Reload. Period.
If I received a Tempest without a Reload, I'd be irritated. You pretty much need a Reload, well,
to reload your Tempest. I'm sure you could figure out a plan B without a Reload, but I'd not want do it. The ritual of using the Tempest without a Reload would not be as graceful or (time) efficient.
I just timed myself going from emptying ABV to reloading, and it took me 16 seconds. I was going slow on purpose, too. The Tempest/Reload/Wand combo allows me to be super stealthy. I can duck outside the house, have a speedy Tempest session, and return in under about 6 minutes. When I return back inside the house, my head is in the clouds. I have a super high tolerance, too.
To me, one hard-core Tempest session is way more pronounced than a session with any other vape I have owned. Disclaimer: I have not owned a massive rig set up with full-scale ball vapes. I would not want that anyway because I value portability, stealth, and agility over size and clunkiness. From what I have gleaned from users who do have full ball vape set-ups, the Tempest is one of their top choices simply because of its portability.
If the Wand is selling for $89, I think that's a great deal. I recall the price as closer to $100. Personally, I think the Wand gives me the best results because there is no guesswork.
When you're not on the go, the glass from for example a BB9 really helps keeping the stem cool - ideal for back to back rips
I agree with that. The BB9 works wonderfully. It saves time when it's time for a deep clean. In a BB9, however, I find the taste somewhat diminished, especially compared to the shorter Reload glass sleeve.
I tried the Revolve glass sleeve last night (after a month break), and it is awesome for taste. I am bummed that the Tempest won't have a thicker glass sleeve option, at least initially. That (thinner) Revolve sleeve works fine, and I find myself mesmerized every time I get to see the white vapor climb up around the spiral. The Revolve sleeve does get hot, though. You can tolerate it, but you will probably want to set it down to cool right after you have your inhale. I do not do back to back hits on the Revolve glass sleeve. I must let everything cool back to room temp.
Below is an older clip I made from several months back.
With regards to a possible run of thicker glass sleeves for the Tempest, I wonder if there were a way we (users on FC) could help get Mad some feedback about our potential interest in such a sleeve. Could there, for example, be a survey we could create/take so Mad could gauge demand?
I am trying to be a bit silly with this, but I feel like a
"Who" in the Dr. Seuss book/movie Horton Hears a Who. "We need every voice!"