I have spent the last couple of months using a mix of Odysseus and the Ithaka Update. The Update part I have been using as a dripper with the Odysseus Drip Mode Mouthpiece. This is my review on my findings.
Before getting the Update I had never tried Micro coils or using cotton as wicking. What I have found with the cotton is that it gives a very clean taste, letting the full flavour of your juice come through. You have to make sure it stays wet as it dries and burns very quickly. The main advantage of cotton is the fact it is readily available everywhere. Just make sure to get 100% untreated cotton.
The Update part has been a lifesaver for me. It is quick and easy to change and allows for a variety of setups. I have been using a single coil as shown in the picture below. The best results I have had have been with my ribbon wire at around 1ohm. The screws are simple to loosen then tighten over your wire and the whole unit is very well made. Adjustments can be made when building to allow more or less air flow in to the coil. The Update part has plenty of room to hold cotton or silica wick to feed the coil.
Before getting the Update I had never tried Micro coils or using cotton as wicking. What I have found with the cotton is that it gives a very clean taste, letting the full flavour of your juice come through. You have to make sure it stays wet as it dries and burns very quickly. The main advantage of cotton is the fact it is readily available everywhere. Just make sure to get 100% untreated cotton.
The Update part has been a lifesaver for me. It is quick and easy to change and allows for a variety of setups. I have been using a single coil as shown in the picture below. The best results I have had have been with my ribbon wire at around 1ohm. The screws are simple to loosen then tighten over your wire and the whole unit is very well made. Adjustments can be made when building to allow more or less air flow in to the coil. The Update part has plenty of room to hold cotton or silica wick to feed the coil.
If you don't have this part and you're considering buying it I can say I highly recommend it. I don't mind twisting wires together but this makes things so much easier and quicker. The design of the part also makes it very easy to make neat and tidy coils, keeping tighter control on the resistance too.
I believe Imeo is working on more versions to fit in other GG tanks which is a smart move. It has totally changed my view towards rebuildables, I see them just as convenient as store bought atty's now.
The biggest advantage to me is the cost. With the Update kit I use about an inch or less of wire and a pinch of cotton. Keeping the cotton wet you can run this for days easily if you wanted. But as it is so cost effective you could change the whole coil once a day and still not spend more than a couple of pounds/dollars a month. This free's up funds to spend on juice, batteries,etc.
Summing up I think the Update kit is an essential part for any Ithaka owner. It's ease of use and functionality are a huge plus in my book. I think they are out of stock at the moment but if they come back into stock or you see one in the classifieds I highly recommend buying one.
