Getting back into dripping, some advice needed

[JB1987]

Hi guys,

First of all, a happy new year to all of you, hope you have a super 2017 ahead and that it's a massive improvement on 2016

Now on to business. I recently dug out my old Velocity rda and decided to give dripping another go after quite some time, I'm really loving it.

So I want to purchase a decent authentic rda, under R1000. This is where I need some advice from the rda experts. I've looked at the Twisted Messes Squared and I really fancy the look, the Goon seems good too. What would be best in your opinions? Any other suggestions are most welcome.

Note: I'm well versed in rebuilding and have been doing it for a few years.

Thanks in advance.

EDIT: Forgot to add, flavour first, clouds second. Both would be great

 

[Rob Fisher]

Hadaly, Hadaly and Hadaly.

 

[Clouds4Days]

Hi @JB1987 we are really spoilt for choice now a days.

For me personally the Goon 24 is one of if not the best dripper you can buy.
Reasons-
1- massive build deck so you can go crazy if you so please.

2- clamp style allows you to go crazy and experiment with thicker wires and fancy coils.

3- adjustable air flow so you can go from restricted lung hit to full out air sucking beast.

4- because its a 24 diameter no need to worry coils are gonna touch the cap.

5- flavour is just amazing because of airflow and chuff style cap it just oozes flavour.

6- Build quality , the tolerances are so perfect top cap and drip tip fit just amazing not tight and not loose also the airflow adjustments can be turned with so much ease but not to the point it adjusts by itself.
(Only issue ive heard about build quilty is on the black versions where it has been known to come from the factory with blemishes)

All of this is based on RDA's ive had or tried.
Some rda ive used-
Velocity v1 clone
Petri v2 clone & authentic
TM2
Recoil
Phenotype-L
US-1

For me the Goon 24 is the Winner.

 

[Clouds4Days]

I have heard the Hadaly is Good too but i cant comment on it cause i havent used one before.

Also Hadaly is out your budget sitting at arround R1100.00

Hadaly only offers you single coil where as Goon you can use single or dual coil.
Depending on what wattage you usually run at, the Hadaly might not be for you with single coil option and only a 22mm rda (so samller build deck).

 

[Rob Fisher]

I have heard the Hadaly is Good too but i cant comment on it cause i havent used one before.

Also Hadaly is out your budget sitting at arround R1100.00

Hadaly only offers you single coil where as Goon you can use single or dual coil.
Depending on what wattage you usually run at, the Hadaly might not be for you with single coil option and only a 22mm rda (so samller build deck).

If he is after flavour then he needs to spend the extra R100.

 

[Clouds4Days]

If he is after flavour then he needs to spend the extra R100.

For sure uncle Rob.
Ive heard great things on the Hadaly and i cant wait to bump into someone that has one so i can try.

Im thinking of maybe getting a squonker just to have a excuse why i need a hadaly

 

[Rob Fisher]

For sure uncle Rob.
Ive heard great things on the Hadaly and i cant wait to bump into someone that has one so i can try.

Im thinking of maybe getting a squonker just to have a excuse why i need a hadaly

My HAdlay is being used as a dripper until my Hellfire Shadow arrives!

 

[Clouds4Days]

My HAdlay is being used as a dripper until my Hellfire Shadow arrives!

That's gonna be one amazing setup uncle Rob.
Im still deciding if i should look for a used P67 or opt for a Leprechaun.
Your take on the two uncle Rob?

 

[Rob Fisher]

That's gonna be one amazing setup uncle Rob.
Im still deciding if i should look for a used P67 or opt for a Leprechaun.
Your take on the two uncle Rob?

A used P67 or even a new one is gonna be hard to find @Clouds4Days... and a Leprechaun is cheaper and local... I haven't tried one but based on what I have seen it can hold it's own against the other mechanical squonkers very nicely.

 

[Clouds4Days]

A used P67 or even a new one is gonna be hard to find @Clouds4Days... and a Leprechaun is cheaper and local... I haven't tried one but based on what I have seen it can hold it's own against the other mechanical squonkers very nicely.

Thanks uncle Rob
Yes ive heard only good things about that mod and even some say its better than the Grand.

 

[Huffapuff]

Once I got my hadaly my other RDAs went into retirement If you're all about flavour then you won't be disappointed.

 

[JB1987]

Thanks for the feedback @Rob Fisher and @Clouds4Days , your arguments are both valid and inputs much appreciated

So now I need to decide between the Hadaly and the Goon...

 

[Clouds4Days]

Once I got my hadaly my other RDAs went into retirement If you're all about flavour then you won't be disappointed.

Can you compare it to the Goon?

 

[Clouds4Days]

We need someone that owns both a Hadley and Goon to settle this

 

[Huffapuff]

@Clouds4Days I've never vaped on a goon, but I haven't touched my tsunami, aeolus lite and kennedy since my hadaly arrived.

I think its small chamber and small, angular directed airflow contribute to the flavour.

But ya, we need someone who has tried both to say...

 

[Clouds4Days]

@Clouds4Days I've never vaped on a goon, but I haven't touched my tsunami, aeolus lite and kennedy since my hadaly arrived.

I think its small chamber and small, angular directed airflow contribute to the flavour.

But ya, we need someone who has tried both to say...

I think you should send me your Hadaley so i can compare

 

[Huffapuff]

I think you should send me your Hadaley so i can compare

No problem, just send your goon first

 

[Keyaam]

If you want an all round dripper that can accomodate any build and give good flavor and clouds, get a Goon. Hands down the best dripper for 2016.


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[stevie g]

Thanks uncle Rob
Yes ive heard only good things about that mod and even some say its better than the Grand.

Leprechaun is good but does require some maintenance to keep it firing hard.

It's as good as a REO Grand and can take more amp load through the switch than the REO.

 

[Lord Vetinari]

If you could find a Twisted Messes V1 that would just kill it. In your budget and worth a look also are Phenotype LS which is a killer flavour atty, The Doode RDA that can run any configuration and has insane air flow... I own two TM2's and am about to sell my last Goon 24 so that should give my opinion on those.

 

[JB1987]

If you could find a Twisted Messes V1 that would just kill it. In your budget and worth a look also are Phenotype LS which is a killer flavour atty, The Doode RDA that can run any configuration and has insane air flow... I own two TM2's and am about to sell my last Goon 24 so that should give my opinion on those.

Hi @The Luggage , what did you dislike about the Goon and preferred about the TM2?

 

[Lord Vetinari]

Hi @The Luggage , what did you dislike about the Goon and preferred about the TM2?

Comparing the posts alone, Goon is versatile but not easy to build neatly in dual configuration versus the same horizontal alignment but individual grubs per post hole makes the TM2 a cinch to build. Goon get waaaaay hotter, without a wide bore chuff added claptons are too hot IMO. Air flow on the TM2 keeps quite fat builds cool if open all the way. Less heat to the mod from a TM2 than a Goon. Air flow closed down the TM2 is a flavour beast, open a cloud breathing dragon hearted comp grade monster. Standard chuff cap on the TM2 is one of the nicest around IMO. 22mm form factor on TM2 looks great on any mod too. Goon is good in both departments sure enough, just that the TM2 can go that much further with less tweaking and effort.

 

[JB1987]

Now I'm stuck between the Goon and the TM2

I like the 22mm/23mm size of the TM2 and the design is eye catching, although the Goon has some stellar reviews and I do like the smooth design and mentions of exceptional build quality. The Hadaly seems to have extremely high recommendations as well, especially for flavour, but I see it's out of stock everywhere.

Hmm, this is harder that I thought

Thanks for all the feedback guys, much appreciated.

 

[Clouds4Days]

I will just leave this here...

 

[Silver]

Hi @JB1987 we are really spoilt for choice now a days.

For me personally the Goon 24 is one of if not the best dripper you can buy.
Reasons-
1- massive build deck so you can go crazy if you so please.

2- clamp style allows you to go crazy and experiment with thicker wires and fancy coils.

3- adjustable air flow so you can go from restricted lung hit to full out air sucking beast.

4- because its a 24 diameter no need to worry coils are gonna touch the cap.

5- flavour is just amazing because of airflow and chuff style cap it just oozes flavour.

6- Build quality , the tolerances are so perfect top cap and drip tip fit just amazing not tight and not loose also the airflow adjustments can be turned with so much ease but not to the point it adjusts by itself.
(Only issue ive heard about build quilty is on the black versions where it has been known to come from the factory with blemishes)

All of this is based on RDA's ive had or tried.
Some rda ive used-
Velocity v1 clone
Petri v2 clone & authentic
TM2
Recoil
Phenotype-L
US-1

For me the Goon 24 is the Winner.

Lovely writeup here @Clouds4Days !
Thanks - you have a knack for this sort of thing

I am also in a similar position to @JB1987

Also want to get a great dripper -

I am less likely to do crazy builds - so am leaning toward the Petri V2

My first question @Clouds4Days , how would you say the Goon compares to the Petri V2 RDA? Using say a more "normal" build and focusing more on flavour?

My other concern is whether to pair it with a tube mech mod (for the sex appeal and matchy matchy) or to use it on say my RX200 and not get the mech mod.

Am keen to hear your views on this