December is here again, and Hanoi is enjoying the cold air of winter. This weather is not only dry and cold but also brings with it a bunch of troubles. Before talking about how we will have to shiver from the cold, and how lazy we are to get out of our warm beds every morning, let’s first talk about the problems vapers face in winter and tips to overcome it without affecting our experience.
Avoid using metal drip tips
Winter is a time when everyone dreads getting cold feet, and you’ve probably heard stories or even experienced it yourself that human skin can easily stick to metal surfaces. The same thing happens to your lips and tongue when using a metal drip tip in cold weather.
To avoid this problem, use plastic, rubber or glass drip tips, Ultem ones like the G2Custom Ultem kit are also an ideal choice.
Pay attention to the battery
Cold weather and batteries don’t mix. In fact, most batteries will stop working below -20 degrees. While your device probably won’t be exposed to that kind of cold, it’s still worth taking precautions when vaping outside.
Since chemical reactions in batteries slow down in the winter, their power is often reduced. This also means shorter battery life and weaker performance, which is frustrating for vapers.
You can avoid this by keeping your vape mod in the inside pocket of your jacket and not leaving it in your car overnight. Always carry spare batteries and chargers, especially on long trips as you will need them more often than in the summer.
Avoid high VG e-liquids
If you are allergic to PG, you can skip this step, just remember to keep the e-liquid in a warm place. If not, switching to e-liquid with a higher PG ratio is not a bad idea, it can help you avoid a lot of trouble. The reason is that VG is thicker and can crystallize at higher temperatures than PG, so pure VG or high VG e-liquid often becomes thick in cold weather, difficult to penetrate the cotton and affect the coil.
Many atomizers have a reputation for having problems in the winter, in addition to frequent leaks, pre-made coils often don't handle low temperatures. However, e-liquids that contain a lot of PG tend to perform better in cold weather.
If you’re still getting dry hits with that unpleasant smell, there are a few ways to fix it. First, keep your vape in a clear pocket or a knitted bag. Second, hold the bottle in your hand before you add it to the atomizer. And third, run the device for a while to warm up the coil and any remaining liquid.
And if you accidentally leave essential oils in your car overnight, don't worry too much, essential oils need a little time to thaw, but the flavor and ingredients inside are not affected by freezing.
Be careful when wearing gloves
When the weather gets cold, gloves are an indispensable accessory. Many people wear gloves when working outdoors and driving. So vapers often use vape devices with a layer to keep their hands warm.
This in itself is not a big deal, if you feel comfortable doing so then go ahead. However, remember that gloved hands are slippery and can easily cause you to drop things, so dropping your device is never a good idea, even if there is soft soil underneath.
Furthermore, wearing gloves not only makes it more difficult to adjust settings for the device, coils, and refilling e-juice, but also hinders the main task of starting the device, which is pressing the start button. If the latter problem is difficult for you, then choose box mods with large switches like Athena, Sirius.
All in all, vaping in winter isn’t so bad after all. If the cold weather is approaching, prepare yourself by following these tips, and you can enjoy your vaping time without any problems. And don’t forget what vaping has given us: the ability to get your dose of nicotine without having to hold a stinky cigarette in your hand.
