After learning about how pod mods work, we've come to the fun part: picking out your favorite flavors and an ideal nicotine level. Where to start? Well, here’s a rundown of flavor categories and a quick guide to nicotine strength (more on that latter point here).

Protesters took to the streets in New York as the state’s legislative bodies voted to to ban vaping flavors. The New York State Assembly and Senate approved a near-complete flavor ban in early March (with possible carve-outs for tobacco and menthol flavors), which prompted advocates to march and hold signs on the streets of Buffalo to express their outrage.

When it comes to quality refillable pod systems, the Origin Refillable Pod Mod Starter Kit by Sigelei is a solid offering from a proven manufacturer. Sporting an egg-shaped design and offering quality vapor production, this new device enters a pretty crowded field of competitors. There’s unfortunately not a whole lot to differentiate this device from the field, aside from the respected Sigelei name, which has been around since the earliest days of advanced vapor devices.

If you’re a vaper planning a trip to the Tokyo Summer Olympics next year, you might want to leave your gear at home. According to the Associated Press, an Olympics committee announced that vaping will be banned at all indoor and outdoor events, and within the perimeters of related venues.   

the fallout from the surprise resignation of federal Food and Drug Administration czar Scott Gottlieb. The linked piece explores not only Gottlieb's journey from a champion of vaping to one of its most dedicated foes as underage use rose to "epidemic" proportions under his watch, but also how approvals for new drugs skyrocketed during his tenure and tobacco stocks gained following the news of his departure.

Altria Group, the parent company of Big Tobacco brands including Marlboro and Virginia Slim, made a bold move in a presentation to shareholders that, if heeded, could alter the face of the vaping world as we know it. In late February, Altria Group's Chairman and CEO Howard Willard trekked to Boca Raton, Florida to speak to investors at the Consumer Analyst Group of New York Conference on his company's holdings, which include the aforementioned tobacco brands and a 35 percent stake in cigalike upstart Juul, among others.

The VooPoo Rex 80W & UForce Tank Starter Kit is a smaller box mod that offers a lot of power for a single battery system. If you’ve never tried a device with a sub-ohm tank before, this would be a good first device to start on. The Rex/UForce combo maxes out the potential of a single high-drain 18650 cell and offers various helpful features. Rex can deliver up to 80W of power for massive clouds, while the UForce tank holds up to 3.5 ml of liquid.  

The Nunu Disposable Sub Ohm Tank (3 Pack) by Sikary USA is a trio of clearomizer tanks built like an actual tank at an incredibly affordable price. These have all the quality vapor production you’d expect from a bigger sub-ohm tank with none of the maintenance that’s usually required. Disposable tanks are basically replaceable coils with plastic tanks over top of them. The Nunu has a 0.15 ohm resistance mesh coil with a 3ml refillable tank. Using a disposable unit like this is sure to cut precious time out of your daily vaping routine when you’re on the run.

The Elven 15W Pod Starter Kit by Eleaf is a pod mod system that fits anywhere on the go. It has all the hallmarks of a quality pod mod: small size, light weight, and a buttonless draw system that makes it simple and effortless to use. This is perfect for beginners who want more from vaping.  

The Flint 1000mAh Pod Mod Starter Kit is a portable mouth-to-lung (MTL) device and a great All-In-One (AIO) alternative to run-of-the mill pod systems. As with a lot of devices trying to shoehorn their way into the pod class, this one focuses heavily on its miniature size and packing as much power as possible into a stealthy vape device.

So, from the title, we're betting you'll know what this is about. We’re positive that a bunch of our fellow vapers out there can relate. A ‘closet vaper’ is a person who vapes doesn’t really talk about their habit and often finds themselves sneaking off to vape in private because it just makes life easier. It’s like someone hiding a smoking habit, since smoking in many parts of society today makes you into something of a social pariah.

When you first quit smoking and started vaping, you were probably excited about eliminating the cost of buying cigarettes and saving some money in the process. And while it’s true that vaping is generally less expensive than smoking, that doesn’t mean it’s cheap either. There are a few ways that you can save more money once you learn more about vaping. Two changes that can shave off a few dollars are upgrading to more sophisticated hardware and/or choosing cheaper e-liquids.

Aspire's new Spryte Pod Mod Kit is designed for vapers who have been using disposable pod systems but want something more from vaping. It’s a sleek device with a smooth pull, which makes it a good fit for vapers who want a quality mouth-to-lung experience. ‘Spryte’ is an archaic spelling for ‘spirit’ and the device definitely has a sort of netherworld quality that puts it in the land somewhere between pod mods and pen-style vapes.

This piece, which attempts to answer the age-old question: what's the difference between vaping, Juuling, and using an e-cigarette? Answer: there is none, though Juuling typically refers specifically to vaping while using a Juul-branded e-cigarette. In what would potentially be the most crippling blow to brick-and-mortar vape shops in a particular locale, Vermont is looking to impose a 92 percent tax on the wholesale value of vapor products. That's more than double the 40 percent tax Pennsylvania enacted (and eventually backed down on) a couple years ago that nonetheless closed hundreds of shops and cost state residents tens of millions of dollars' worth of business.

The Lumi Disposable Sub Ohm Tank by Geek Vape is a unique new concept that's exactly what it sounds like: a disposable sub-ohm tank. If the hardware looks familiar, that’s because it was first included with Geek Vape’s Lucid Box Mod Starter Pack. If replacing coil heads or cleaning your clearomizer is too cumbersome or inconvenient, the Lumi offers an easy solution. All you have to do is unscrew the tank, thread in a new one, and fill 'er up.

The Atopack Magic Pod Mod Starter Kit is one of the most unique pod systems currently available.The Atopack is larger than most devices in the pod class, but what's most unique is that it doesn’t utilize a traditional resistance wire coil. These features set it apart from other pod devices on the market. The device comes with a huge (for a pod device) 1300mAh battery and a massive refillable 7 ml pod for e-liquid. That’s even bigger than a lot of sub-ohm tanks. This device is for vapers who enjoy portable systems that some serious runtime between charges or refills.   

The Smoant KARAT Pod Mod Kit is a portable mouth-to-lung (MTL) device with a sleek design inspired by a polished diamond. While it fits in your pocket, it looks good enough to string around your neck on a lanyard. For new vapers ready to move on to an upgraded pod mod system, it’s portable and easy to operate. The kit offers a 370mah battery, 2ml capacity, and a magnetic pod connection. It has an accurate draw-activated mechanism for simple functionality.

Every day, new flavored e-liquids are being released to an excited and engaged community of vapers looking to find their next favorite blend. Premium juice companies like Mission E-Liquid have heard your demand for more adventurous and sophisticated flavors. So they’ve introduced a new line of flavored e-liquid that not only offers you something sweet, but encapsulates a full experience in a bottle. In this article, we’ll be looking at the company’s new line of flavors, focusing on nutty and savory Pistachio Flake.

Remember how exciting it was when you first started vaping? That first breath of freedom from smoking cigarettes, the adventure of discovering new flavors and the relief in finding a setup that works just right for you. Like any activity you may do repeatedly, it’s possible you might have fallen into a rut with vaping. If you’ve been at it for a couple years now, maybe you feel like you lost that initial magic you felt when you first started vaping.

As any experienced vaper can attest, vaping becomes a lot more rewarding when you have the right device in your hand. To begin your journey, or even advance it to the next level, the Smok G-Priv Baby Luxe 85W Starter Kit is a great entry point to the world of mods, both for beginners and more experienced vapers looking to step up from a cigalike or pod mod into full-feature vaping.

We at the Breazy office love to try new products. And we are not shy when it comes to sharing not just our opinions about new vape devices or e-liquid flavors—but actually sharing our devices and our flavors with one another. But as for sharing your vape with people outside your vape fam, we knew opinion is divided as to whether it’s ok to share vape products at all.

Want to get away from the cold, brutal season, but can’t manage to pull off a vacation because you've got too much work, too little money, or all of the above? While there's nothing quite like feeling the sun kissing your face and the waves lapping over your toes, vapers—unlike regular human mortals—actually have other alternatives to try and capture that feeling. We have access to endless flavors that capture the scents, tastes and vibes of an island paradise.

The “pod mod” type of vape system has skyrocketed in popularity and it’s not hard to see why. As vaping has gotten more popular, technology became more accommodating for people on the move who are seeking both portability and simplicity. Pod mod systems (sometimes referred to as called cigalikes) are great beginner devices because they’re compact, easy to use, and offer user-friendly features. Broadly speaking, there are two types of pods mods—closed and open systems. Closed systems use pre-filled sealed pods for one-time use, while open systems employ refillable pods that you can add your own liquid to when they run dry.

Everyone gets inspired to start off fresh when the New Year is upon us. And Breazy wants to add some extra motivation for you to kickstart 2019 into a smoke-free year. Here are some tips (and devices) to make it easier for you to switch or to help someone else to. Maybe you can even recruit a fellow smoker and support each other in making the switch together.