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Thanks for the additional suggestions.

One thing I forgot to mention -- Label your pens/vials/etc. It is well worth the time and hassle. My only regret is that I bought the Niimbot B1 to save some funds instead of the M1.

I'm a relative newbie researcher. I lurked a lot of places just gathering information for quite a while before I found Peptide Critic videos and this site. The candid discussions, without any real perceived sales pitch, confirmed that the research journey is a personal one and it should be defined within one's own comfort zone from the information available. While "published" protocols can provide some guidance, the real information comes from the personal perspective and experiences of others (both positive and negative). This discourse here has allowed me to more comfortably adjust my personal research plans to where I am comfortable rather than blindly proceeding with something I just found on the internet.

To the extent it is helpful, here is what I've found most useful:

Tracker: Smart Peptide Tracker - (online, iOS and Google) - it keeps me focused and contains the tracking tools I needed. The developer is constantly improving it and incorporating user feedback.

Bloodwork: Vitals Vault - I considered Rhythm/Siphox/Function but for the tests I wanted to run and the timing, it was the most economical for me.

Vendors: I have tried several as I was getting comfortable in the space. At this point, I generally look to the following (though I am becoming more critical of the labs used by each to better inform/direct my purchases):

Kits:

• Nexaph, Studz, Crush

Individual Vials:

• Instant Peptides, Southern Aminos, Peptidology, Peptira

I have also tried Solyn, Ion Peptides, and Puratek and had good results and would consider them again.

I have even dipped my toe in the grey with Peptegriddy (and we will see how that goes).

Finally, PENS, PENS and more PENS are the way to go! (FWIW, I like the V4 without the cap best ). Regardless of any residual product lost, I am much more comfortable with the consistency of dosing measurement and efficiency using PENS. Also, the learning of using different pen needles (5mm for most and 8mm for NAD/Glut) from this forum made a huge difference in the comfort of administration.

Thanks to all!

It was a good listen. Very insightful. Thanks for your participation in it.

@vpeptides It appears that the Nexaph Tesamorelin COA was just posted.

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@vpeptides I bought some of this Tesamorelin batch a couple of weeks ago. I reached out as to status and they expected the COA last week. Obviously it still hasn’t been posted. I’ll give it another week before I start asking again (as I don’t need it yet)

@vpeptides May it's just a comfort and there is no "true benefit", but it at least provides an indication (by cap color) that the vials sent are connected to the COA posted. Like I said, I appreciate the extra step. As you imply, most everything in any order from any vendor is an inherent leap of faith that you will receive what is expected.

I've made several orders with Instant Peptides in the recent past. Once thing they have started to do that I have yet to see another vendor do is take a picture of the FedEx envelope and the product to be enclosed. An added little step that is much appreciated.

I'm interested also.

@HockeyRat While I haven't had any ISR with either MOTS-c or SS-31, switching to a longer needle (8mm vs 5mm) made a world of difference with NAD+ and Glutathione.

@EXTROPIAN I just finished some KLOW and pulled the remainder just to see. Mine was about 4 units left in cartridge

Appreciate everyone confirming my presumptions.

@ResearchCat My dumb question of the morning. Since I typically don't eat in the morning either, I'm leaning towards morning doses when I start my cycle. With that said, i do usually have a protein drink and fiber drink in the morning. While not eating per se, should I delay them for a couple of hours if I decide on the morning protocol? I suspect so, but don't want to overthink it. Thanks for any imput.

After considering the opinions, options and possibilities "out there", I decided the best course of research for me was an 8 week cycle with SS-31 moving up from 2-3mg, and coupled it with MOTS-C moving up from 1.5-3.5mg, and NAD+ at 50mg. As you may notice, I was more inclined to the pair SS-31 & MOTS-C vs stagger. After the cycle, my plan is to get updated blood work and go from there. I'm most like to switch to the CJC/Ipa cycle before going back for another SS-31 cycle later in the year.

@denti Thanks. I did so.

Let me give kudos to Crush where it is due here. I had a response and resolution within minutes. I appreciate the responsiveness and the willingness to make it right.

(Note: FWIW, I was mistaken about any crypto discount on this one - that was clearly written and I misread.)

Didn’t correct with my order. Didn’t get the crypto discount or any other. It considered my credit as my only discount instead of a partial payment. Still a good deal but disappointing execution.

I bought some using USDC and got the discount.

@Snake-Pepskin I think Nexaph and EZ are related companies - either that or they have the same batch numbers on some of their COAs

The worst part about the so-called "house cleaning" is that a lot of garbage videos still exist but some of the better, more informative ones have disappeared.

While I note that not all may experience the same, I have had good luck and decent prices using Instant Peptides. For those looking for a decent deal, this weekend they are running a buy 2 get the 3rd free. In addition, they will still allow you to stack multiple additional coupons, including "peptidecritic" and "meta20". Overall, it's 45% or so off, even after the various fees. Just thought I'd let all know.