Whether you consider it a healthier alternative to smoking, would like to use it to quit smoking or find it a fun way to pass some time, vaping has become very popular.
While the market has lots of options when it comes to vaping products, it is up to the user to create great experiences. Here are some useful tips to help improve your vaping experience, especially if you are new to it.
Learn How Vaping Devices Work
When you are new to vaping you might find the equipment, vape liquids and jargon confusing. It is always a good idea to take the time to understand how vaping devices work if you would like to have a great experience. Understanding how the device works will make it easier to maintain it, clean it and ensure you always have a great experience when you use it. It will also help you identify any potential issues with your device so it is easier to diagnose and troubleshoot so you can continue enjoying your vape.
Invest in High-quality Vape Liquids
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A lot of your experience will depend on the vape liquid you purchase. Even when you have a high-end vape, you are unlikely to enjoy the experience if the vape liquid does not match up.
Investing in high-quality vape liquids ensures you end up with products that have a great flavour. High-quality liquids retain their taste and sweet aroma even after they have been vaporised, compared to low-quality vape liquids that change their taste once they are vaporised.
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Investing in high-quality vape liquids also ensures you get the exact amount of nicotine you were promised. Low-quality liquids might have lower-than-advertised nicotine levels leading to a frustrating experience, or they may have too much nicotine leading to nausea and headaches.
Some cheaper and low-quality vape liquids contain additives that might be harmful and this is the exact thing you probably wanted to avoid when you switched to vaping.
Clean the Tank and Coil
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It is quite common to switch flavours when vaping. This may be because you are bored with the flavour you have been using or would like to try something new. Whatever the case, it is important to clean the coil and the tank when switching flavours. This is because mixing different flavours will lead to an unpleasant or strong mix of flavours that will ruin your experience. That said, you can also check whether the old and new flavours are compatible because some flavours can mix to produce wonderful, flavourful concoctions.
Apart from avoiding mixing of flavours, cleaning your tank and coil is a part of the regular maintenance of your e-cigarette.
Be Considerate of Others
While you might enjoy vaping, the people around you or in the same environment as you might not. It is therefore important to be considerate of others if you would like to have a good experience. Not doing so could result in being kicked out of an establishment, not being invited over ever again or at least getting some dirty looks from those around you.
If you can, try to move away from others when vaping or do it in a private space. This is especially true for sub ohm vaping that produces a lot of vapour that fills a room rather quickly. To help you have the best vaping experience, this guide will help you know when and where it is appropriate to vape, how to be considerate towards others as well as how to maintain vaping etiquette. The linked guide was put together by AquaVape, one of the UK’s largest vape liquid and vaping accessories retailers. AquaVape is dedicated to selling the best vape liquids and hardware to ensure you have a great vaping experience. They have a wide selection of e-liquids and vaping hardware to choose from, perfect for whether you are a beginner or a vaping veteran.
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Experiment with Flavours
The flavour in your vape liquid can change the experience you have. With hundreds of flavours now available in the market, there is no reason why you cannot take some liberty to experiment and try some new ones. Shake things up and improve your vaping experience at the same time with new flavours!
Manage Your Vape Liquid
Before you start vaping, it is always a good idea to shake the e-cigarette. This ensures that all ingredients are mixed up nicely and can make a huge difference in the vaping experience. Also, ensure that the vape bottle is never left open for extended periods. Doing so leaves it exposed to the oxygen in the air and that can lead to changes in both the taste and aroma profiles.
You should also ensure that your e-liquid is never stored anywhere near direct sunlight. Direct sunlight can break down the vape liquid, making it taste worse and reducing its efficacy. If you purchase vape liquid in a box or carton, ensure that you return it to the box and that any unopened bottles remain in the carton until they are ready to be used.
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Do Not Use Vapes with Plastic Tanks
When you are new to vaping, you might want to save some money by purchasing cheaper e-cigarettes. These e-cigarettes often come with plastic tanks and choosing these electronic cigarettes is a bad idea. This is because the plastic tank might not be able to resist damage done by vape liquids that contain any acids. This is especially true if you prefer vape liquids with a citrus or menthol flavour. The acid in these flavours can interact with the colouring used in the plastic, thereby degrading the taste of the e-cigarette.
To avoid any flavour changes as well as interactions between the tank and your vape liquids, go for e-cigarettes with a glass tank. These vapes might be more expensive but they are better suited if you love strong, pure flavours.
Learn How to Take Care of the Battery
There are few things more frustrating when trying to vape than finding out that your battery has died. Your vape’s battery can die due to normal discharging or it can die due to not being taken care of properly. The first step in taking care of your e-cig battery is to ensure that it is always charged before use, especially when the e-cig is new and you have just assembled it. After the initial charge, it is always a good idea to let the battery drain fully before the second charge.
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Also, try not to overcharge the battery. Just like any other battery, the battery in your e-cigarette will be damaged by overcharging which will reduce its life and force you to find a replacement way before the battery’s end-of-life date.
Change Coils Regularly
Coils are the elements that heat the vape liquid to turn it into the vapour that you inhale. A coil with a film on it can lead to less efficient operation. Because the coil cannot be washed and reused, since it will burn out if you do this, replace the coil when you notice a change in flavour instead.
Vaping can be a great experience but it can be ruined by a few things. These can include not taking care of your e-cigarette, choosing the wrong flavour as well as not having vaping etiquette. Improving on the areas discussed above should make your vaping experience a lot better.
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Man United release statement after controversy around Jim Ratcliffe comments on immigration
Danny Jones
Manchester United Football Club have issued an official statement following the controversial comments made by co-owner Jim Ratcliffe surrounding immigration earlier this week.
This comes after Ratcliffe himself ultimately apologised for his “choice of language” in an interview with Sky News reporter Ed Conway.
His remarks, now widely publicised and having already sparked plenty of backlash and debate, have been criticised for being not only politically charged but also divisive, inflammatory and ‘inaccurate’.
Now, Man United – the global footballing brand with one of, if not the largest worldwide fan base that he has a minority stakeholding in – has shared a message online, reiterating that the organisation “prides itself on being an inclusive and welcoming club.”
Manchester United prides itself on being an inclusive and welcoming club.
We will continue to represent our people, our city and our fans with purpose and pride.
The statement reads: “Our diverse group of players, staff and global community of supporters, reflect the history and heritage of Manchester; a city that anyone can call home.
“Since launching All Red All Equal in 2016, we have embedded equality, diversity and inclusion into everything we do.
“We remain deeply committed to the principles and spirit of that campaign. They are reflected in our policies but also in our culture and are reinforced by our holding of the Premier League’s Advanced Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Standard.”
Some believe more should still have been said and earlier, especially given that the press release doesn’t reference Ratcliffe directly, but they have finally broken their silence on the matter nearly 24 hours after the fact.
As for those who haven’t dug into exactly what the 74-year-old businessman and Monaco resident said in the sit-down with Sky, you can find out more here:
As for United, their media team goes on to write: “Over the course of this season, we have participated in events and initiatives at our men’s and women’s games marking mental health, LGBTQ+ inclusion, No Room for Racism, violence against women and girls and homophobic chanting.
“We have also celebrated our supporters’ clubs’ events, including our Disabled Supporters’ Association’s Christmas Party and our Jewish Supporters’ Club’s Chanukah event.
Concluding with one final message of commitment, they add: “In the weeks and months ahead, we will be supporting further initiatives in these areas.
This update clearly comes in response not only to the calls from supporters and people around the world to reply (the news breaking late yesterday afternoon), but in the wake of the British billionaire’s apology – though many still feel it falls short of an adequate one.
As for the several notable figures to have taken issue with Ratcliffe’s remarks, the Mayor for Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, was one of the most outspoken in his public reaction.
Despite having met and spoken with the INEOS boss on a number of ocassions as part of the Old Trafford Regeneration ‘Taskforce’, which includes plans to develop the football team’s home stadium, Burnham didn’t hold back in levelling his criticism at Ratcliffe and the wider ownership group.
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Jim Ratcliffe apologises for ‘choice of language’ after backlash over immigration comments
Danny Jones
Football’s leading anti-discrimination organisation here in the UK, Kick It Out – among many others – have issued an official statement condemning some of the recent comments made by Manchester United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe regarding immigration, for which he has since issued an apology.
Safe to say that the remarks made by the minority stakeholder haven’t gone down well among the majority either, be that United fans, other football supporters, or members of the public in general.
Unsurprisingly, the contentious talking head sparked major backlash far beyond just the fan base, with everyone from Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham, pundits such as Carl Anka and political commentator Piers Morgan issuing their own responses to the clip on social media.
Meanwhile, Anka is one of many to flag accusations of hypocrisy behind the British billionaire’s stance, given that he has registered his formal residence in the principality of Monaco, meaning that not only does he not currently reside in his home nation, but he doesn’t pay UK income tax either.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer also came out to criticise the 73-year-old INEOS chairman and CEO, writing simply that what he said was “offensive and wrong”, noting that “Britain is a proud, tolerant and diverse country.”
Ratcliffe was born in Failsworth (part of the metropolitan borough of Oldham) but most notably lived in Hampshire, before also relocating his petrochemical company’s headquarters to Switzerland back in 2010 and, as previously mentioned, moving to Monaco himself at the outset of the pandemic.
As for Kick It Out, the anti-hate group shared a short but emphatic statement on social media expressing their disappointment and distress following the outburst.
I'm confident the vast majority of my fellow United fans want nothing to do with Ratcliffe's toxic comments. A horrible man happy to dodge tax and sow division in the country that made him.
The statement goes on to recognise that Man United‘s home city is one “whose cultural history has been enriched by immigrants”, adding, “This type of language and leadership has no place in English football, and we believe most fans will feel the same.”
Despite having roots in the region, many online are now expressing that they feel the expat deeply misunderstands not only the multiculturalism that makes the club a global brand and worldwide sporting community, but also the region he was born in, and the country he belongs to, what it is today.
Plenty more on social media are also raising concerns after journalist Ed Conway pointed out that Ratcliffe recently engaged with right-wing Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.
Following the uproar, Ratcliffe has shared an update directly via Sky after pressure from numerous directions to apologise, including from Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has apologised over his 'choice of language' in his Sky News interview.
The statement reads: “I’m sorry that my choice of language has offended some people in the UK and Europe and caused concern, but it’s important to raise the issue of controlled and well-managed immigration that supports economic growth.
“My comments were made while answering questions about UK policy at the European Industry Summit in Antwerp, where I was discussing the importance of economic growth, jobs, skills and manufacturing in the UK.
He concludes by insisting: “My intention was to stress that governments must manage migration alongside investment in skills, industry and jobs so that long-term prosperity is shared by everyone. It is critical that we maintain an open debate on the challenges facing the UK.”
You can watch Jim Ratcliffe’s sit-down with the news broadcaster in full right HERE.
Ash Sarkar, "Jim Ratcliffe is a stinking hypocrite"
"He became a tax resident of Monaco to save £4 billion that could have gone towards British schools, the British NHS, towards British defence, instead he decided he wanted that money for his own pocket"
The Manc -
13th July 2021 
