During my search for information, I came across the E-Cigarette Forum and gathered much information from that website. This is where I have gleaned almost all of the technical information regarding this hobby and technology, which I may impart while writing articles and reviews I expect to write on this blog. Please note, I am not a health expert, doctor or professional of any kind who can impart knowledge on the true health effects of vaping; only a consumer who uses these products as an alternative to smoking. I do so, because limited studies have been done on the contents of e-liquid (nicotine fluid developed for the purposes of inhaling a vapor which mimics smoking) and while the FDA has declared vaping unsafe, I believe there is sufficient evidence to indicate it is at least safer than analog smoking. I do not advocate or recommend vaping to nonsmokers or those under the age of 18. It is an enjoyable alternative for those who do smoke and wish to eliminate the risks of inhaled smoke and tar, with endless variation and alternatives, customizable to your preference.
The research I have done indicates that vaping is not without its health risks. Primarily, nicotine is a poison extracted from the tobacco plant. Its health risks include but are not limited to increased risk of heart disease, hardened arteries, reduced appetite and many others. However, the ill-effects of inhaled tar from cigarettes can be mostly, if not completely, eliminated by vaping. Other components of nicotine vapor have not yet been fully tested to reveal positive or negative health effects, though there are some which may indicate a positive net effect of at least one component. Since I am not a repository of health knowledge, I will not refer to any studies, in specific, but a quick Google search should yield information you may find useful. Again, visit the E-Cigarette Forum for a more directed search. Many of the members there have done in depth research on the subject and can direct you to solid information.
I intend for this blog to be a record of my experiences in vaping with regard to the various products available to consumers within the United States. While I do not have vast experience in engineering, my love of stereos and technology allows me to translate some technical information for the lay person, and to apply that knowledge to the vaping experience.
I am committed to transparency and unbiased reporting and should my blog become commonly read, my reviews and comparisons will not be influenced by manufacturers in any way. I will tell you what I experience, regardless of the detriment to the supplier. If readership becomes high enough, I will accept advertising - though I make my readers this promise: an advertisement will not influence my reviews, indicate a recommendation on my part or otherwise yield a more positive outcome to the manufacturer or supplier (other than whatever increased net traffic is derived from that advertisement). Furthermore, it is my intent not to accept compensation for the reviews I will provide here. It may come to pass that companies will provide me with the use of devices or fluid for the reviews. Fluid not fully used will either be returned to the manufacturer, disposed of in the proper manner or donated to readers through a lottery. Devices provided for review will be treated likewise - returned to the manufacturer or given to readers through a lottery. I will not accept cash, devices, fluid or any other compensation for the purposes of providing a favorable review. Attempts to influence my reviews in this way will be clearly communicated within the reviews so that the readers and consumers may know the nature of the business with whom they are doing business. Likewise, I expect to comment on the positive aspects of these companies as much as possible. Equipment failures will be reported and I will provide follow up as much as possible.
If you have any questions or comments, please post them within the comments section on my blog, so that everybody will have access to the information. If you have a question or comment, it is likely somebody else has the same thought, and in the spirit of the information age, it is important that we publish as much as possible. Abusive, coercive, insulting or otherwise offensive (as deemed by me, as subjective as that may seem) comments will be deleted. Continued abuse of this blog may force me to enforce strict standards for comments posted, or removal of the opportunity to comment for all. I will also monitor the comments section for insincere or deceitful comments by manufacturers or their competitors. This behavior will not be tolerated.
My mission is clear: share my vaping experience with the public, provide what information I can, as succinctly as possible and to have fun in the process.
I bid you all happy vaping!
