Cyclone Pods

As more adult consumers look for alternatives that fit their lifestyle without nicotine or tobacco, smoke shops and distributors have a growing opportunity to expand beyond traditional vape offerings. Cyclone Pods, based in Santa Monica, California, was built specifically for that shift. Founded in 2018 by owner Conrad Kurth, the brand began with a simple observation: many people were gravitating toward sleek vape devices, but there were very few high-quality nicotine-free options available for customers who wanted the ritual, flavor, and experience without nicotine.

Conrad saw the rise of pod systems and disposable devices firsthand. While many products in the category centered around nicotine, he believed there was room for something different. Cyclone Pods was created to serve customers who wanted a cleaner, nicotine-free choice that still delivered strong flavor, reliable hardware, and a polished user experience. Since then, the company has expanded beyond nicotine-free vapes into pouches, supplements, and new functional products designed for focus, energy, and everyday use.

Although Cyclone Pods is best known for its nicotine-free vapes, the brand is quickly gaining recognition for its focus and energy pouches as well. Across the lineup, the company’s design philosophy is clear. Cyclone favors simplicity, clean aesthetics, and adult-focused packaging over the loud, cluttered look often seen in the vape category. Their all-white packaging, minimal color accents, and straight forward product presentation help the brand stand out on shelves without relying on gimmicks. For retailers, that visual clarity makes the products easy to merchandise and easy for customers to understand.

At the product level, Cyclone Pods puts a strong emphasis on flavor, device quality, and ease of use. The brand takes pride in releasing products that meet high internal standards and reflect the company’s commitment to quality. Cyclone also aims to publish testing data to give customers and retail part ners confidence in what they are buying. This focus on transparency is especially important in a category where trust, safety, and consistency can directly impact repeat purchases.

One of the brand’s standout products is the Gust Pro, a rechargeable nicotine-free disposable vape designed to deliver up to 20,000 puffs per device. With USB-C charging, turbo mode, four adjustable ice settings, and a screen display, Gust Pro brings premium functionality to the nicotine-free category at an accessible retail price. Available in 14 flavors including BlueRazz, Lush Ice, Piña Colada, and Watermelon Raspberry, the device is built for adult customers who want full flavor and modern features.

Cyclone’s Gust Core takes the concept even further with an American-made and American-filled nicotine-free disposable vape built for up to 50,000 puffs per device. Designed for extended use, Gust Core includes three adjustable power levels so customers can tailor their draw, along with liquid and power displays for a more informed experience. With nine flavor options, Gust Core gives retailers a strong premium option for customers looking for longevity, performance, and domestic production.

Looking ahead, Cyclone Pods is preparing for another phase of growth. The company is expanding its vape line up while also moving deeper into alternative nicotine-free products, nootropic formulas, adaptogenic products, and functional wellness categories.

With the brand celebrating its eighth anniversary this past August, Cyclone has built enough category experience to understand what modern consumers are asking for while remaining flexible enough to innovate quickly. Retailers can also expect to see Cyclone Pods exhibiting at CHAMPS and SSE, where buyers will be able to explore the newest products firsthand.

Cyclone Pods supports retail partners with programs designed to make buying easy and low-risk. The company offers promotional deals, show specials, first-time ordering discounts, no minimum order quantity, and free shipping. For businesses, that combination creates a flexible path to test the brand, introduce nicotine-free products to customers, and build a category that is becoming increasingly relevant. The brand is actively looking to work with partners who want to expand their selection with high-quality nicotine-free products that stand apart from the typical vape shelf. To explore the full lineup and bring Cyclone Pods into your store or dispensary. Social Media: @cyclonepods www.cyclonepods.com