Author: pbusardo
THE INNOKIN/PLATFORM ARES RTA – INTRODUCTION
A PBusardo Review – The Innokin/Platform Ares RTA Introduction
In this video I’m joined by my BFF Dimitris to introduce our tank, the Ares RTA.
We talk about working with Innokin, do an unboxing, talk about the tank’s features and thoughts behind them, show you some builds, and have some fun along the way.
Thanks so much for the continued love and support and we truly hope you enjoy the tank!!
The Links:
Innokin
Ares at MyVaporStore
VaporDNA – Coming Soon
E-Cig Gallery for USA Wholesale
Post Video Follow-up:
- 11/16/17 – Heard and read some comments about the whistle coming from the tank in the video. We couldn’t hear it while filming. Reviewing the video, when I screwed the tank back onto the device around the 44:00 mark, the air flow controller moved slightly blocking the air flow hole creating that effect which the mic amplified and made worse. We recreated it here just now and once the hole was aligned it went away. It is a quiet tank.
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THE INNOKIN ENDURA T20-S
A PBusardo Review – The Innokin T20-S
In this video we take a full look at the Innokin Endura T20-S.
We also make some more additions to the stocking!
The Links:
Innokin T20-S
Endura T20-S at MyVaporStore
Endura T20-S 2000mAh Battery at Heaven Gifts
The Post Review Follow-up:
- 11/14/17: Correction in the video – I said the LED will turn red when charging and then go out. It will actually go from red to green THEN turn out when charging.
The Video:
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THE HCIGAR VT75D
A PBusardo Review – The HCIGAR VT75D
In this video we take a full look at the HCIGAR VT75D.
We also make some more additions to the stocking!
The Links:
HCIGAR
Vapor DNA
GeekVape
DigiFlavor
The Video:
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From Brandon
I have great respect to you friend because you are
responsible for me giving up the 20 year smoking habit sir and I have you
to thank for that, it’s been a blessing to my wife and now 2 young boys,
one day I hope to get the chance to meet you but for now thanks!Thank you my friend!
THE CTHULHU HASTUR MTL RTA!
A PBusardo Review – The Cthulhu Hastur MTL RTA
In this video we take a full look at the Cthulhu Hastur MTL RTA.
We also make some additions to the stocking!
The Links:
Cthulhu Mods
Cthulhu Store
The Video:
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THE JOYETECH ATOPACK DOLPHIN
A PBusardo Review – The Joyetech Dolphin
In this video we take a look at the Joyetech Dolphin.
We also make the first additions to the stocking for 2017!
The Links:
Joyetech US
Joyetech Store
The Video:
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THE JOYETECH EXCEED D19
A PBusardo Review – The Joyetech Exceed D19
In this video we take a full look at the Exceed D19 kit.
The Links:
Joyetech US
Joyetech Store
Digiflavor Siren @ Heaven Gifts
The Video:
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A POSITIVE ARTICLE FROM MY BFF’S STATE – Smokers Turn to e-Cigarettes in Attempt to Quit
This is important research coming out of the state of Tennessee – yes… from the United States :-). Nice to see positive articles on vaping.
“There’s evidence here that Tennessee smokers are using e-cigarettes as an aid to quit smoking,” said investigator Ransom Wyse, MPH, an epidemiologist with the Tennessee Department of Health in Nashville.
“This is the first time we’ve seen this,” he said here at the American Public Health Association (APHA) 2017 Annual Meeting.
Read the entire article HERE.
NEW FROM THE VTA/TONY ABBOUD
FROM THE TRENCHES: VTA UPDATE
November 7, 2017
FDA EXTENDS NOVEMBER 8, 2017 INGREDIENT LISTING DEADLINE BY 6 MONTHS!
BREAKING! FDA just announced it is extending the November 8, 2017 Ingredient Listing deadline by 6 months. What this means is that if you are a large scale manufacturer, you have until May 8, 2018 to submit your ingredient listings (if you have not done so already). And, if you are a small scale manufacturer you have until November 8, 2018. FDA will be issuing specific written guidance on this point shortly.
Here is a portion of the text of the e-mail just sent by FDA CTP announcing the extension.
“FDA Extends Ingredient Listing Submissions Deadline: FDA is extending the compliance deadline to submit ingredient listings for deemed tobacco products by six months due to technical issues users encountered with eSubmitter. FDA is extending this compliance deadline to provide manufacturers with additional time to submit the ingredient listing information required under Section 905 of the FD&C Act.”
And, here is the a link to the full e-mail.
Importantly, while FDA already had extended the deadline for companies in areas affected by natural disasters in California, Texas, Florida and Puerto Rico, this extension applies to ALL companies.
Even more importantly, you should note the FDA’s reason for the extension is “due to technical issues users encountered with eSubmitter.” And, while anyone attempting to comply knew of the many problems with eSubmitter, the FDA may never have fully understood the depth or severity of the problems, and therefore may not have taken this action, if it were not for Carol Clements and the remarkable team of inviduals from small and large companies whom she organized and lead. As Carol recently noted on Facebook, “Special thanks to everyone who helped gather information and my eternal gratitude for our team, Mark Hoogendoorn, Skip Murray, Char Owen, John Weinel, David Higginbotham & Jennifer Higginbotham and Ian Wright.” These individuals put in countless hours to not only document the problems with eSubmitter, but they got the FDA’s attention, conducted multiple telephone conferences with FDA decision-makers, and developed simplified spreadsheet options for submitting ingredient listings for e-liquids and devices which FDA should also be releasing shortly.
The Bottom Line….this group of Difference Makers are an example of the kind of leadership that everyone in our industry needs to (1) applaud, and (2) emulate.
We will provide more information on FDA’s anticipated new guidance for ingredient listings as soon as it comes out.
VTA ANNOUNCES VAPOR GAME PLAN 2018
VTA’S 2ND ANNUAL STATE STRATEGY & RETAILER CONFERENCE
On December 7, 2017, VTA will host its 2nd Annual State Strategy & Retailer Conference called Vapor Game Plan 2018 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. Back by popular demand, but this time in a central location, this VTA conference will focus on the strategies that state advocacy groups need to put in place to defend against the series of bills hostile to vapor that will be coming.
The full agenda is being finalized now, but you can expect another series of outstanding presentations on the core issues confronting our industry at the state level. In addition, this year retailers will benefit from presentations on legal, compliance, and business related issues necessary to navigating difficult waters of conducting business in a shifting regulatory landscape. Here are just some of the topics that will be covered:
Retail Vapeconomics 101
The Professional Face of State Advocacy
2018 State Strategies on Flavors & Taxes
Combatting Local Vapor Initiatives
VTA’s Local Defense Package
You NEED to be part of this conversation!
Here’s what some last year’s Vapor Game Plan participants had to say:
“Vape Industry People. Go to this! I went to DC last year for it and it was hands down the best advocacy / planning event that i have been to. Get real info from the top advocates, lawyers, doctors and lobbyists in the nation.”
– Reid Nuttall, Cool Clouds Vapor Shop, Illinois
“VTA never disappoints- they set themselves apart in a professional, organized, experienced, & transparent fashion. We always walk away with hope inspiration and a mission to succeed with a team behind us to support current & future needs for our industry!”
– Amelia & Ismael Rivera, Sabor Vapors, Pennsylvania
“I want to commend all those involved in making VTA’s First Annual State Strategy Meeting a success. I found the collaboration between the various organizations and individuals in attendance to be not only beneficial, but also reinvigorating. A welcomed refueling as we enter what will certainly prove to be a most interesting year for our industry. Thank you!”
– Vicki Vasconcellos, Smoke Free Alternatives Coalition of Illinois
“”I would like to say what a fantastic job the VTA is doing. This was one of the most informative conferences that I have been to and for once, the mood was optimistic. We discussed what we could do to save the industry and what is currently being done at both the state and federal level!”
– Nicole Crumley, Tennessee Smoke Free Association
To learn more about VTA, check us out at www.vaportechnology.organd www.SaveVapor.org. And, don’t forget to follow us onFacebook and Twitter.
Thanks for all you do to save vapor!
Tony Abboud
Executive Director
Vapor Technology Association
NEW FROM REGULATOR WATCH – Fake News | Do Mixed Messages On Vaping Put Lives At Risk?
Here’s the latest from Brent Stafford at Regulator Watch:
Reality is stark and often quite difficult to acknowledge. But, ignoring the appalling state of public opinion towards the potential health benefits of vaping should not be an option. According to Action on Smoking and Health UK the number of adults that believe vaping is as harmful or even more harmful than smoking has quadrupled from 7% in 2013 to 26% in 2017.
How could this be the case in 2017?
Considering the preponderance of news stories biased towards the potential health risks of vaping, it’s not hard to understand why public perception has so dramatically turned against vaping. Join RegWatch for an in-depth examination of media bias in vaping news coverage and hear why Dr. Lynne Dawkins co-author of the British Psychological Society’s Briefing on Electronic Cigarettes says mixed messages on vaping could put smokers’ lives at risk—only on RegWatch by RegulatorWatch.com.
RegulatorWatch.com – November 7, 2017.
WEB EXRA: Could Low Nicotine Levels Cause Harm? | Web Extra
“Electronic cigarettes are not a magic cure,” says Dr. Lynne Dawkins co-author of the British Psychological Society’s briefing on Electronic Cigarettes. That’s why improving ease of use and “not restricting levels of nicotine in the liquid to arbitrary low levels” should be a priority for the industry and regulators, in order to encourage smokers to make the switch.
In this RegWatch Web Extra hear more Dr. Dawkins on why she thinks capping the levels of nicotine could do more harm than good—only on RegWatch by RegulatorWatch.com.
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