WOTOFO RECURVE RDA Review
Co-branded releases are a common model in the vaping industry, especially among products from the well-known brand WOTOFO. One example is the much-discussed SMM RTA, created by WOTOFO in collaboration with SUCK MYMOD. The RDA we’re sharing today also come
Collaborations are a common trend in the vaping industry, especially with well-known brands like WOTOFO, which frequently engages in such partnerships. For instance, the recently popular SMM RTA was a collaboration between WOTOFO and SUCK MYMOD. Today, I would like to share a review of an RDA that also comes from this collaborative model, the RECURVE RDA, developed by WOTOFO in partnership with renowned reviewer MIKE VAPES.
Searching for MIKE VAPES on YOUTUBE yields a plethora of review videos, and most players are quite familiar with this seasoned reviewer. When a product is designed by an experienced reviewer, players tend to evaluate it with a rather critical attitude, and the reason is simple—the actual user experience should match the extensive expertise of the reviewer.
The original packaging is quite rich and continues WOTOFO's consistent style. In addition to the 510 drip tip adapter, 810 replacement drip tips, three pre-made Clapton coils, and a tool for measuring coil leg length, this L-shaped tool is particularly useful for accurately trimming the coil legs.
The side airflow design features six small holes on each side, making it a standard side airflow RDA. Although it is designed with a 24MM diameter, the thickness of the outer casing indicates that the RECURVE RDA has a narrower atomization space compared to many other RDAs of the same diameter. The sleek, curvy design has led players to affectionately refer to it as the "slim waist" RDA.
When disassembled for regular maintenance, the structure becomes clearer. The four locking holes facilitate winding in both directions, and the pre-installed bottom-fill positive terminal (which can be replaced with a non-hollow electrode from the accessory pack) is a thoughtful design. The drip tip's shape complements the slim waist design, providing a good fit at the mouth. The two included drip tips only differ in color and can be swapped out based on aesthetic preferences.
The designer intended for this RDA to prioritize bottom-filling use, as evidenced by the pre-installed hollow electrode screw and the flow channels at the base. The dense small hole airflow on both sides provides comprehensive direct airflow to the centrally positioned coil, making it an eagerly awaited single-coil structure for fans of multi-core single Clapton builds.
The L-shaped tool provides an intuitive and convenient reference for coil leg length. By cutting the legs at this position, the height of the coil installed on the electrode platform will be optimal. Although this is a simple L-shaped metal rod, its function goes beyond that of a typical winding tool, making the rebuilding process much easier.
The included coils are perfectly sized, with both diameter and width fitting the various position settings of the RECURVE RDA's electrode platform. As seen from the side view, during normal use, the airflow surrounds the coil from three angles on both sides and the bottom, ensuring that the RECURVE RDA offers an exceptionally smooth draw due to its small hole airflow characteristics.
The airflow on the RECURVE RDA is adjustable, but under the original coil settings, it performs best when fully open. The draw is smooth with a slight resistance, allowing you to feel its heat dissipation during continuous use. Even after seven puffs on such a high-temperature coil, there is no noticeable overheating.
The wide 810 drip tip supports blind dripping, but side airflow does not mean you can blindly overfill the e-liquid. Even though the e-liquid falls smoothly into the central flow channel after passing through the coil, there are limitations due to the height of the bottom juice well. In practice, you can drip 10-15 drops of e-liquid to satisfy 5-7 moderate lung hits, but this may vary depending on the cotton used.
This is an RDA with a very high flavor profile, and its structural design gradually confirms this fact. The three-dimensional flavor and taste reproduction ability of Clapton coils are beyond doubt, but excessive heat is also a significant factor affecting the expression of e-liquid flavors.
The twelve small holes for dispersed direct airflow effectively solve the issue of excessive heat accumulation.
Regarding the use of bottom-fill devices, the straight hollow screw may experience slight leakage, depending on the sealing design of the bottom-fill device's electrode. If the BF device's electrode lacks leak-proof technology, this straight hollow screw presents a minor flaw. Using an internal hexagonal hollow screw would be a more perfect solution.
In summary, the collaboration behind the RECURVE RDA is a successful case, combining the designer's meticulous thinking with high-quality craftsmanship from a major manufacturer, resulting in a product that excels both in design and performance. However, if you plan to purchase this slim waist RDA, be aware that although it is a single-coil Clapton, this high-consumption coil can only satisfy 6-10 puffs per fill. Nonetheless, there is no doubt that the quality of each puff is exceptionally high!
Searching for MIKE VAPES on YOUTUBE yields a plethora of review videos, and most players are quite familiar with this seasoned reviewer. When a product is designed by an experienced reviewer, players tend to evaluate it with a rather critical attitude, and the reason is simple—the actual user experience should match the extensive expertise of the reviewer.
The original packaging is quite rich and continues WOTOFO's consistent style. In addition to the 510 drip tip adapter, 810 replacement drip tips, three pre-made Clapton coils, and a tool for measuring coil leg length, this L-shaped tool is particularly useful for accurately trimming the coil legs.The side airflow design features six small holes on each side, making it a standard side airflow RDA. Although it is designed with a 24MM diameter, the thickness of the outer casing indicates that the RECURVE RDA has a narrower atomization space compared to many other RDAs of the same diameter. The sleek, curvy design has led players to affectionately refer to it as the "slim waist" RDA.
When disassembled for regular maintenance, the structure becomes clearer. The four locking holes facilitate winding in both directions, and the pre-installed bottom-fill positive terminal (which can be replaced with a non-hollow electrode from the accessory pack) is a thoughtful design. The drip tip's shape complements the slim waist design, providing a good fit at the mouth. The two included drip tips only differ in color and can be swapped out based on aesthetic preferences.
The designer intended for this RDA to prioritize bottom-filling use, as evidenced by the pre-installed hollow electrode screw and the flow channels at the base. The dense small hole airflow on both sides provides comprehensive direct airflow to the centrally positioned coil, making it an eagerly awaited single-coil structure for fans of multi-core single Clapton builds.
The L-shaped tool provides an intuitive and convenient reference for coil leg length. By cutting the legs at this position, the height of the coil installed on the electrode platform will be optimal. Although this is a simple L-shaped metal rod, its function goes beyond that of a typical winding tool, making the rebuilding process much easier.The included coils are perfectly sized, with both diameter and width fitting the various position settings of the RECURVE RDA's electrode platform. As seen from the side view, during normal use, the airflow surrounds the coil from three angles on both sides and the bottom, ensuring that the RECURVE RDA offers an exceptionally smooth draw due to its small hole airflow characteristics.
The airflow on the RECURVE RDA is adjustable, but under the original coil settings, it performs best when fully open. The draw is smooth with a slight resistance, allowing you to feel its heat dissipation during continuous use. Even after seven puffs on such a high-temperature coil, there is no noticeable overheating.
The wide 810 drip tip supports blind dripping, but side airflow does not mean you can blindly overfill the e-liquid. Even though the e-liquid falls smoothly into the central flow channel after passing through the coil, there are limitations due to the height of the bottom juice well. In practice, you can drip 10-15 drops of e-liquid to satisfy 5-7 moderate lung hits, but this may vary depending on the cotton used.
This is an RDA with a very high flavor profile, and its structural design gradually confirms this fact. The three-dimensional flavor and taste reproduction ability of Clapton coils are beyond doubt, but excessive heat is also a significant factor affecting the expression of e-liquid flavors.The twelve small holes for dispersed direct airflow effectively solve the issue of excessive heat accumulation.
Regarding the use of bottom-fill devices, the straight hollow screw may experience slight leakage, depending on the sealing design of the bottom-fill device's electrode. If the BF device's electrode lacks leak-proof technology, this straight hollow screw presents a minor flaw. Using an internal hexagonal hollow screw would be a more perfect solution.
In summary, the collaboration behind the RECURVE RDA is a successful case, combining the designer's meticulous thinking with high-quality craftsmanship from a major manufacturer, resulting in a product that excels both in design and performance. However, if you plan to purchase this slim waist RDA, be aware that although it is a single-coil Clapton, this high-consumption coil can only satisfy 6-10 puffs per fill. Nonetheless, there is no doubt that the quality of each puff is exceptionally high!
