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With an Instagram following of more than 100,000 and an active online forum with more than 18,500 members, CaliVapers has become a strong and recognizable brand within the vape community. Being located at the epicenter of the vaping industry, CaliVapers always has had its finger on the pulse of vaping. As the vape community continues to grow, more and more modders are entering the fray, and finding a source for reliable information on high end and affordable mods is becoming more difficult. We’re here to cover the MODS. From the rarest and hottest—to the most reliable and affordable, CaliVapers has your back.
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Pocket Box
Country of Origin: Greece
Modder: Georgios Provatidis (GProv)
Battery: 18650
Chip: SX350J
SX350J power in a gorgeous, handmade little bundle of wooden joy, the Pocket Box by Gprov (Georgios Provatidis) has quickly become a Team CaliVapers favorite. This mod simply feels wonderful when gripped, and it’s easy to see that it was crafted with care.
Website: http://www.boxes-bases.com
We were able to chat with the Georgios Provatidis, the man behind GProv, and ask a few questions about his wonderful creations (and his favorite grub!).
How did you get started in the modding game?
I started five years ago in vaping, manufacturing vape stands by wood, and about a year ago, I decided to start modding. I wanted to manufacture something different. Generally, I concern myself in vaping, because I love it, and also, I love wood as material.
What did you do before you began making mods?
I started as a vape user, but my initial job was surgical technician.
Your designs are very unique. Where do you find inspiration for the look of your mods?
I always liked the uniqueness of classic appearance. I have a new designer, Alexandros Toumanidis, and we work together in the development of the product. Generally, I can say that the designing directions are classical lines, minimal and mostly the functionality on the pocket size. I try to offer both high quality on mods and fine service to the customers.
What is your favorite e-liquid?
My favorite e-liquid is “Sweet Lovin’” by Mr. Good Vape. What is your favorite travel destination? A while ago, I did my first trip to the U.S., and I would like to say that this is my favorite destination. I am extremely excited by the people that I met and by the pictures of this region.
Where do you see vaping in 10 years?
I think that more and more people will join vaping, and in 10 years, we will see many nice new products.
What does the future hold for GProv?
I hope that our products will remain with the high quality as they are now. I can’t hide that many new things obsess my mind. I have already new ideas in my mind, and I will try realize as soon as possible. The support of the people will help me to achieve it very soon.
Decimus
Country of Origin: U.S.A.
Modder: Praxis Vapors
Battery: Dual 18650
Chip: 150 w (proprietary)
With 150 w maximum output and 0.2 Ohms minimum resistance, this dual battery, variable voltage/variable wattage is the perfect daily mod
“The Decimus Box Mod is Praxis Vapors’ first entry into the regulated vaping product device category. Our objective was to offer a reasonably priced, but beautifully designed products to vapers of all budgets. Its interchangeable door system is ideal for being able to customize the device to your mood, as we currently offˆer eight color variations. Additionally, the product’s appearance was carefully developed to exude the contemporary, clean aesthetic you’d expect from a Praxis Vapors product. Features like the hidden power output adjustment buttons, soft-touch texture and compact dual 18650 battery case make this device an ideal every day carry (EDC). We’re quite proud of what we’ve been able to accomplish on our first attempt to create a mass-produced, affordable product, but we expect even bigger and better things in 2016. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled and follow our updates via our social media outlets! (Instagram: @praxisvapors; Facebook: /praxisvapors)” – Ivan Lee and Brett Jameson Reed, Praxis modders
Website: http://www.praxisvapors.com
Goya
Country of Origin: Bulgaria
Modder: Yavor Kondov (YaYa Mods)
Battery: 18650
Chip: SX350
Solid, seamless, and with an assortment of gorgeous wood options, the SX350 Goya by YaYa Mods is a wonderful departure from traditional c-frame mods. With unique design elements (from the faceplate to the overall shape) and top-notch craftsmanship, the Goya is in a class all its own.
Walnut DNA200
Box Mod
Country of Origin: U.S.A.
Modder: Element Mods
Battery: 900 mAh 3S Lithium Polymer Battery
Chip: Evolv DNA200
A beautiful high-end mod utilizing the Evolv DNA200 chip, the U.S.A.-made Walnut DNA200 by Element Mods is a beautifully crafted device. The 510 connection integrated directly into the chassis makes for a sleek, integrated look. The walnut inlays patina over time to add a sense of classic and sophistication.
Website: http://www.vapordna.com
Soledad
Country of Origin: Philippines
Modder: Critical Minds
Battery: 26650
Chip: SX350J
Hailing from the Philippines, the Soledad by Critical Minds is an extremely well-made and striking device. With a well contoured body, it’s amazingly comfortable to hold for a 26650 device. The Soledad XL truly is another gem from Critical Minds, and we can’t wait to see what they have in store for the future!
Website: https://www.facebook.com/criticalminds2013
Reuleaux
Country of Origin: U.S.A.
Modder: JayBo Designs and Wismec
Battery: Triple 18650
Chip: Evolv DNA200
Website: http://www.wismec.com
The Reuleaux, a joint partnership between Jaybo Designs, Wismec and Evolv is quite possibly the most hotly anticipated mod to hit the mass market, and for good reason. Most excitingly, the Reuleaux is the first DNA 200 powered mod of its kind that is not powered by a LiPo battery, instead opting for three user-replaceable 18650 batteries in series to provide 11.1 volts, meaning the Reuleaux is capable of outputting a true 200 watts of power. This is a game changer simply for the fact that the user can swap batteries on the fly, without having to wait for the device to charge, as they would with any other DNA 200 powered device on the market today.
At first glance, the Reuleaux looks rather large (3.3” h x 1.9” l x 1.6” w) however, its unique shape makes it very comfortable to hold. Still, the device is not very pocketable. The device feels solid, constructed entirely out of aluminum and high impact plastic for the battery tray. The device itself without batteries weighs 6.6oz (187g). Loaded with three 3000mAh MXJOs, the device weighs in at a hefty 11.3oz (320g).
The front of the Reuleaux features three metal buttons -a large “fire” button bearing the Jaybo logo and two small “up/down” buttons to control various functions of the chip. The front of the Reuleaux also features the 0.91” OLED display of the Evolv’s newest flagship board, the DNA 200, which powers the device. The DNA200 is a variable wattage board with a huge host of features including a 0.91” OLED screen, temperature control (200-600 ∞F), preheat functions, user presets, USB interface, and will fire down to even the lowest resistance kanthal, nickel, and stainless steel coils.
The micro USB port on the front of the Reuleaux, paired with Evolv’s EScribe software, allows the user to customize nearly any aspect of the device. Firmware is finally user-upgradable via the port, allowing Evolv to bring new features to the board without needing to send the board or device back for any updates, and also eliminates the need to have diffŸerent releases of the same board a’la the DNA 40. EScribe allows an extensive amount of customizability for any device running a DNA 200. Users can customize each view or “screen” that displays information—adding custom logos or information for different views is a nice touch, allowing customizability that has so far, been rare on devices. Further, it allows users to set up to eight profiles, allowing you to set up different presets for any atomizer you may run, making it very handy for switching have. EScribe also allows for custom battery profiles and between diffŸerent drippers or sub-Ohm tanks you may device monitoring/troubleshooting.
In use, the Reuleaux is nothing short of a joy. The device just feels right in your hand (barring the weight), and the DNA 200 performs flawlessly with everything from a hot dripper to your favorite subtank. With the batteries being run in series, however, you only get the capacity of a single cell, so heavy vapers may need to carry an extra set of batteries with them. The ability for the user to customize the display is a nice touch and something so far rarely seen on a device. User profiles are very handy—especially if this is your main device. At a sub-$200 (USD) price point, the Reuleaux is a steal.
Words and photos by CaliVapers
Every December, CaliVapers and VapeDaily pull out all the stops for the O.C. Vapers Meet, and this year was bigger than ever. With a goal to raise donations for SFATA, the vape community came out in full force. The event packed more than 300 vapers into the TEN Asian Bistro & Nightclub for food, fun and festivities, and thanks to the generous donations from sponsors, and the vape community as a whole, we were able to raise more than $1,700 in donations for SFATA. The winners of the cloud competition walked home with $1,500 in cash prizes, and the grand prize winner of our regular raffle took home an Xbox One, just in time for the holidays.
If you’re in Southern California, join us for the next O.C. Vapers Meet! Follow us on Instagram at @calivapers or on Facebook at facebook.com/calivapers and keep an eye out for details.
The O.C. Vapers Meet is held bi-monthly at TEN Asian Bistro & Nightclub, 4647 MacArthur Blvd. Newport Beach, CA 92660.
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