Saturday, 15 June 2019

Is vaping changing for me?

With my recent acquirement of the Lost Vape Orion Q and various nic salts, I have found myself increasingly partial to the quick, no-nonsense approach that this type of vaping offers.
I'm not supposed to vape inside where I live, however the discreet nature of MTL pod vaping leaves little to no evidence when used stealthily.
So, in the last few months, have got a whole host of different devices.
Currently, my top 3 would have to be:


Lost Vape Orion Q



















Aspire AVP
Artery Pal II






Saturday, 1 June 2019

The Wismec Luxotic Surface


Possibly one of the smallest single 18650 regulated squonkers out there, the Luxotic Surface still packs a hefty punch.
This mod comes in a variety of sleek and whimsical colour schemes and the one that I received was a stunning pattern of black and purple.
In terms of size and weight, this kit is a mere 131.8 grams and has a height of 78mm and a width of 25.5mm. It has a simple yet well-designed shape, and it fits very nicely in the palm of your hand.
The Surface boasts a substantially sized and soft squonk bottle, that has a capacity of 6.5ml, reducing the frequency at which you will need to refill. It is crafted out of food grade silicone.
As I mentioned previously, this kit is a single 18650 device, and can comfortably reach wattages of up to 80 watts. The Surface has simple up and down buttons to adjust the wattage and is displayed on a 0.49inch OLED screen.

One of the things I most appreciated about this mod was the number of different output modes there is. Not only do you get the standard variable wattage mode, but also a bypass mode and several temperature control modes.
In terms of a readable coil resistance range, the Surface can handle anything between 0.05ohms, all the way up to 3.5ohms.

Now, despite this device's small stature, it still has the incredible potential to pack quite a punch. I have been using a single coil BF RDA, running at 0.35 ohms and pushed up to 50watts. You really do get a decent, flavourful and warm vape at these settings.
Even running at 50watts, and using it rather consistently, I found the battery to last a fair amount of time.

Another feature I noticed and appreciated, was the removable base, allowing you to easily and safely remove the squonk bottle to refill it reducing the risk of leakage or spillage.

Probably my favourite thing about this mod would probably be the minute nature, as it fits perfectly in a handbag or pocket, making it ideal for being out and about.
Overall, a fantastic piece of kit, suitable for both vaping veterans, as well as vapers who are looking to start squonking.


I would like to thank UKVB for sending this device out to me to review.