The Old Goat’s Honest Vape Reviews – No Fluff, Just Facts!

[OldGoat]

Hey everyone, I’m the Old Goat, and if there’s one thing I believe in, it’s straight-up, no-BS vape reviews. Whether it’s tanks, RDAs, coils, or anything in between, I test it, push it to its limits, and tell it like it is.

I’ve gathered all my reviews in one place: OldGoatVape.co.za – a hub for honest insights, deep dives, and the kind of content that keeps the vape community informed.

If you enjoy my reviews and want to support the work I do, I’ve set up a Tip Jar on the site. Every little bit helps keep the Old Goat grinding (and caffeinated) so I can keep bringing you real, unbiased content.

Check out my reviews & support the grind: OldGoatVape.co.za

I will also drop links to my work here on VC.

Let me know what you think! Have I reviewed your favorite setup yet? If not, drop a comment and tell me what you want to see next!

[OldGoat]

Ever wondered why “Blue Razz” tastes more like a colour than a fruit?

Let’s face it—flavour concentrates are a wild ride. From candy-coated fruits that don’t exist in nature to the strange magic that makes something “taste pink”… it’s not just mixing juice—it’s mixing illusions .

I’m no chemist, but I’ve spent enough time in the lab (and by lab, I mean my cluttered vape desk) to start asking questions. Like:

• Why do artificial flavours never quite match the real thing?
• What’s the deal with flavour perception and colour?
• And seriously, who invented Blue Raspberry?

I unpack it all in the latest blog:
The Alchemist’s Corner – Decoding the Delicious Deception of Flavour Concentrates
Grab a coffee, bring your brain, and prepare to see your favourite flavours in a whole new light.

Read it here:https://oldgoatvape.co.za/blogs/goa…e-delicious-deception-of-flavour-concentrates

[OldGoat]

From Wire to Wick – The Old Goat’s Ultimate Coil Building Guide is LIVE!

Whether you’re still figuring out where the legs go or you’ve been building coils since the first Clapton hit the scene, this guide’s got something for you.

Full postless deck build walkthrough
Wicking tips that actually prevent leaks
Troubleshooting section for dry hits, hotspots, AND weird coil failures
Safety advice, cotton selection, and more goat wisdom than you can shake a hoof at

I still need to add pictures, but have fun reading it in the meantime.

Plus links to my Ohm’s Law breakdown, Alien coil tutorial, and DIY juice mixing guide for those ready to take the full plunge.

Read it here [Click here]
Join the herd and show off your builds!

[OldGoat]

Hey legends,

I’ve been pouring a lot of time (and way too much caffeine) into building Old Goat Vape — from reviews to DIY content, coils, and the occasional angry blog post about why disposables suck.

But keeping the site running isn’t free, and right now, every bit helps. If you’ve enjoyed the content, the coils, or just want to help a fellow vaper keep the lights on, I’d be eternally grateful for a small tip. There’s a tip jar on the site, and every little bit goes toward hosting, gear, and keeping the Goat out of financial ruin.

No pressure, but if you’re keen to support some local, independent vape content — this is your moment to be a hero.

Thanks for always showing up and keeping the community strong.

[OldGoat]

The Flavorah Recipe Books Are Live – Come Join the Herd!

Been wanting to dive deeper into DIY with Flavorah? Now you can.

I just put together a proper page with all the Flavorah recipe books in one place — no pop-ups, no fluff, just good old-fashioned mixing inspiration. Whether you’re chasing tobaccos, fruits, creams or something downright weird, there’s something in there for you.

Check it out here: 🧾 The Flavorah Recipe Books – Join the Herd of Mixers! – Old Goat's Vape Lab

Let me know what you find, or what you end up mixing. And if you feel like tipping the Old Goat to keep the site running, the button’s there — no pressure, just appreciated.

[OldGoat]

New Blog Post: Popcorn Lung, Facebook Fear, and a Chat With My Mom

We’ve all seen those scary headlines — “Vaping causes popcorn lung!” — usually followed by someone’s aunt chiming in on Facebook to warn the world. I had a long chat with my own mom about it, and I decided it was time to put pen to paper (or hoof to keyboard) and clear the air once and for all.

This one’s for every confused parent, every misled mate, and every vaper who’s tired of fighting fiction with facts.

Full blog here: https://oldgoatvape.co.za/blogs/old-goat-rants/-popcorn-lung-facebook-fear-and-a-chat-with-my-mom

If you like it, drop a comment, send it to a skeptic, or share it with your own mom. Let’s set the record straight — one myth at a time.

— The Old Goat

[OldGoat]

Freedom Means Choice — Even If You Don’t Like That Choice

I fired off another blog post that’s likely to ruffle a few feathers — and that’s exactly the point.

It’s about vaping, sure. But it’s also about something bigger: the right to make your own damn decisions, even if someone else thinks they’re stupid. Whether it’s vaping, drinking coffee at midnight, or wearing Crocs in public — it’s your life, your lungs, your choice.

If you’re tired of being treated like a child by people who think they know what’s best for you, give it a read.

Freedom Means Choice — Even If You Don’t Like That Choice

Drop a comment if you’ve got thoughts, or just want to tell me I’ve lost the plot. I can take it. I’m a goat, not a snowflake.

[OldGoat]

Big shoutout to @Mediocre_Remedial for not just reading my latest blog, but actually dropping a comment on the website itself. That, right there, helps a lot. Every comment tells the Google overlords, “Hey, this site ain’t dead,” which means I’ve got a better shot at someone actually finding it when they search for real vaping info instead of the usual fear-mongering garbage.

I’m also trying out something new — an AI tool called NotebookLM. Fed it a few rants, and boom, it turns them into audio. Basically a podcast, Old Goat style. Still figuring out what to do with the audio (YouTube? Instagram reels? Smoke signals?), but it’s one more way to keep the herd growing.

If you like the work, leave a comment, share the blog, or hell — toss a tip my way if you can. Keeping this site alive costs more than just caffeine and rage, and I’m doing it all solo with no big sponsor behind me.

Blog’s here if you missed it: Popcorn Lung, Facebook Fear & A Chat With My Mom

Thanks to all the real ones still fighting the good fight.

[OldGoat]

The Old Goat’s Been Busy — Four Fresh Rants for Your Eyeballs

If you’re into straight talk, sarcasm, and a no-bull dive into all things vape (and a bit more), I’ve dropped four new blogs over on the site. Here’s what’s fresh out the pen:

1. “Popcorn Lung, Facebook Fear & a Chat with My Mom”
   Myth-busting, family chats, and a deep dive into one of the dumbest vape panics around.

2. “Freedom Means Choice — Even If You Don’t Like That Choice”
   Liberty, bans, and why grown-ass adults should be trusted to make their own decisions.

3. “The Old Goat’s Guide: How to Finally Ditch the Vape”
   Yup. I wrote a quit guide. Because freedom includes quitting too — and not with scare tactics.

4. “Hammer of God V4 Review: Big, Heavy, and Surprisingly Smooth”
   She’s a beast. And I gave her a proper Old Goat rundown — fire button gripes, Slab Daddy coils, and all.

Read them here:

Old Goat Rants

If you like ‘em, drop a comment on the site — it helps me climb the Google ladder. I’m doing all this solo, no dev team, and begging for tips just to keep the lights on. So if you feel generous, hit the tip jar while you’re there.

Thanks for reading, Herd.

[OldGoat]

New on the website!

I’ve kicked off a new section dedicated to flavour concentrate reviews — the good, the bad, and the “what the hell is that” kind of flavours.

Big shout-out to @SessionDrummer for inspiring me to start down this rabbit hole. His work set the standard, and I’m just a humble goat trying to find his footing.

It’s still a work in progress — lots more flavours to add, and trust me, I’ve got a horn-load to get through. I’ll be updating it regularly as I test more.

If you feel like sponsoring a few concentrates to keep the reviews flowing, you know where to find me.

The Old Goat's Flavour Concentrate Reviews – Old Goat's Vape Lab

[OldGoat]

Tried the Aokit S10 Smart Watch Vape so you don’t have to.
It vapes. It tells time. It falls apart after an hour.
Decent pod fit, terrible speaker, useless flashlight, and a light show nobody asked for.
I wore a brick on my arm for two days so you could have a laugh.
Full review with photos coming soon. You don’t want to miss this one.

[OldGoat]

I strapped a vape to my wrist… so you don’t have to.

Yup. I got my hooves on the Aokit S10 Smart Watch Vape — that flashy little gimmick that promises to tell the time and fry your pods. It claims to be “the future of vaping.” What I got was a vape strapped to a questionable smartwatch… with ideas above its station.

Spoiler: The future needs some serious firmware updates.

If you’ve been eyeing this thing, or you just want to see what happens when a goat goes full Inspector Gadget, I’ve posted the full breakdown here:

A brick, a gimmick, and a baby step for vaping

Aokit S10 Smart Vape Watch Review – A Brick of a Breakthrough?

Fair warning: I didn’t pull any puffs. Or punches.

If you want to see me test more crazy stuff like this, please drop a tip in the jar. I can’t afford this type of crap on my own.

[OldGoat]

NEW BLOG DROP: The Blaze Max Pro RTA – Big, Bold & a Flavour Beast

Just wrapped up my full review of the Blaze Max Pro RTA by ThunderCloud Creations—and let me tell you, this thing rips.

Massive deck, smooth airflow, deep juice well… and flavour that’ll punch your tastebuds straight into next week.
Built like a tank, vapes like a dream.

Read the full review here:
Blaze Max Pro RTA Review – Top-Airflow Titan with Bottom-Airflow Flavour – Old Goat's Vape Lab

If you’re in the market for a new RTA—or just like reading about gear that doesn’t suck—go give it a look.
Drop a comment while you’re there, and if you’re feeling generous, throw a tip in the tin or pick up a bottle from the Lab to keep the reviews flowing.

The Old Goat doesn’t do fluff. Just facts and flavour.

[OldGoat]

I’ve wrapped up testing the Aokit S10 Smart Vape Watch — and I’ve also wrapped up wearing the thing. It’s off my wrist and out of my life.

After I posted my review, a shop told me their customers gave the S10 “really good feedback.” Honestly? That doesn’t surprise me one bit. It just tells me exactly who’s excited about this: the TikTok crowd and maybe a few too young to legally vape in the first place.

One retailer called it a “category disruptor.” Maybe. If that category is “cheap plastic gimmicks that light up and play Flappy Bird.”

They also said:

“Innovation often arrives dressed differently.”

That may be true — but sometimes it’s dressed like a knockoff Casio that wheezes out a weak puff and eats battery faster than a flashlight on a camping trip.

And this one’s a gem:

“The price point isn’t a reflection of compromise – it’s a reflection of confidence.”

It launched at R450 and dropped to R350 in a week. That’s not confidence. That’s clearance.

If you haven’t read my review yet, it’s all laid out:

Aokit S10 Smart Vape Watch Review – A Brick of a Breakthrough?

What really tickles me is that the only people who’ve had anything good to say about it so far… are the ones trying to sell it.

I wanted it to surprise me. It didn’t. I’m moving on — and I suggest the industry does too.

[OldGoat]

The Requiem RBA: My First Boro Dance – And The Fear of Peaking Too Soon!

Alright, vape fam, brace your batteries and prep your cotton, because the Old Goat is about to get his hooves dirty in entirely new territory. Today, I’m getting my calloused hands on the Requiem RBA — a supposedly divine creation from ThunderCloud and that Spanish vape celebrity ELMONO VAPEADOR. Word on the street? It just bagged “Best Atomizer of 2025” at the World Vape Expo. Yeah, no pressure.

Now before you start applauding and tossing confetti, let me drop a truth bomb: I’ve never touched a boro mod in my entire puffing life. Not once. This right here? This is my awkward, uncoordinated first dance at the Boro Ball, and they’ve handed me the prom queen to tango with. I’m already sweating through my goat fur.

The Hype is Real (and Frankly, Suffocating)

This Requiem RBA isn’t just another fancy chunk of metal. It’s the vape world’s golden child: a single-coil deck with surgical airflow control, side and bottom airflow options via interchangeable pins, a respectable 6ml tank, dual refill ports, and the whole thing looks like it was machined by angels in a sterile lab somewhere outside Madrid. Stainless Steel and PCTG, tiny footprint, yadda yadda yadda.

Sounds great, right? Sure — if you’re not me.

The Bar Is Set in Orbit

Let’s say it really is the GOAT of atomizers. What then? What’s left for me to chase? Have I peaked already? Will every other RBA after this feel like licking the boot of mediocrity? How do I review something worse after I’ve started with the best? There’s nowhere to go but down, and I just got here!

What If It Sucks? (For Me)

Let’s get brutally honest — awards don’t mean squat if it doesn’t suit my vape style. I like my flavour thick and my airflow predictable. What if I try all those fancy airflow pins and still end up blowing lukewarm mist out of a R450 mistake? What if I just don’t click with it? That would make for one hell of an awkward review, wouldn’t it? “Hi everyone, I hate your favourite atomizer. Please don’t cancel me.”

The AIO Dilemma

And here’s the other thing — I don’t even know if I like AIOs. I’ve spent years building on solid, chunky RTAs and RDAs that need their own parking space. AIOs always seemed… well, dinky. Integrated tanks, tight spaces, airflow that requires an engineering degree to tune properly — is this even vaping, or just some fiddly game for masochists? Will the dual-refill system impress me, or just piss me off when I spill juice all over my desk?

What’s In The Box? Anxiety, Mostly

Okay, the packaging is admittedly slick: a metal case stuffed with toys —

• Requiem RBA (duh)
• Bottom airflow pins from 1.0mm to 4.0mm, side airflow blocks, coil trimmer, prebuilt Claptons, screwdrivers, spares, and a user manual I probably won’t read.

Sounds generous, but it also screams “good luck, buddy!” I can already hear myself dropping those tiny pins onto the floor and crawling around on all fours like a vape-addled truffle pig.

The Great Unknown

So here I am: nervous, excited, slightly grumpy, and one broken airflow pin away from a full-blown existential crisis. Will the Requiem RBA live up to its celestial hype? Or will it make me want to chuck the whole boro thing into the bin and go back to my fat, flavour-chucking tanks?

One thing’s for sure — I’m about to find out. And if this RBA doesn’t make angels sing through my coils, there will be words. Stay tuned, my herd. The Old Goat is entering boro territory, and you better believe I’m bringing my horns.