5 things.... - Page 2

GreekGodX · 08-22-2009, 11:54 AM

This should be the golden rule.

Lower all your credit card limits once you start the hobby

Starscream · 08-22-2009, 11:58 AM

Quality above quantity.
Never...ever... cut a Lusi in half.

Jimbo14 · 08-22-2009, 08:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Col. Kurtz

2. Buy more singles before committing to a box

I bought boxes of stuff I didnt end up wanting.

poriggity · 08-22-2009, 09:11 PM

My personal 5- In order of importance to me:
1. Share my thoughts on cigars in the form of reviews. I personally find it helpful when others review cigars I am looking at, so I do the same for other BOTL.
2. Don't fondle cigars in a B&M too much, and NEVER smell them.
3. If you have something a BOTL is looking for, don't be afraid to ship it to em, and let them enjoy it.
4. A good cutter and reliable lighter are a NECESSITY!
5. Anyone that tells you a bic lighter is bad for your cigars is a liar. In my experience, it works fine, in a pinch.
Scott

Mr.Maduro · 08-22-2009, 09:25 PM

Great thread.... I think all of the ones I would've mentioned were already said.

1. Humidor....go bigger than you think you need...much bigger.

2. Snorking....or nose exhale. You'll never know your cigar unless you do.

3. Herf often. Wherever, whenever, with whomever.

4. Think about how great it feels to take a break from your everyday life with a cigar. Now think about the troops. Send them some.

5. Share with your fellow BOTL, but sample the cigars you gift before you give them all away. Sometimes you'll miss out on fantastic smokes, sometimes you'll regret passing off crap.

Mr.Maduro · 08-22-2009, 09:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by poriggity

2. Don't fondle cigars in a B&M too much, and NEVER smell them.

Scott

Curious about this one..... Why? I think a lot can be said by the feel and smell of a cigar before you even clip it. Why buy something that may smell moldy or feel like a tent-peg?

NCRadioMan · 08-22-2009, 09:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr.Maduro

Curious about this one..... Why? I think a lot can be said by the feel and smell of a cigar before you even clip it. Why buy something that may smell moldy or feel like a tent-peg?

If you plan on buying it, no problem. As you know Patrick, you can't really tell if the cigar is plugged just by feel and alot of people sqeeze too much and crack the wrapper. And everybody and their brother putting the cigar close under their nose is just unsanitary. I see it everyday and we have signs posted everywhere. The worst is when somebody who is obviously sick does it. Alot of them try to smell cigars with cello and I even saw one guy smell a tubo.

I good shop will do you right if the cigar ends up being plugged.

Mr.Maduro · 08-22-2009, 09:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

If you plan on buying it, no problem. As you know Patrick, you can't really tell if the cigar is plugged just by feel and alot of people sqeeze too much and crack the wrapper. And everybody and their brother putting the cigar close under their nose is just unsanitary. I see it everyday and we have signs posted everywhere. The worst is when somebody who is obviously sick does it. Alot of them try to smell cigars with cello and I even saw one guy smell a tubo.

I good shop will do you right if the cigar ends up being plugged.

Thanks for the explanation Greg. Its nice to hear it from the other side of the fence. Makes total sense now.

Mr. Ed · 08-22-2009, 10:31 PM

Echoing a few earlier posts here.

1. Don't be afraid to ask questions.
2. Smoke everything and anything, you never know what you might like.
3. Heartfelt Humidity beads
4. Don't be afraid to spend $30-$50 on a good cutter, it's worth it in the long run.
5. Heavy drinking and heavy cigar smoking never go together.

jaycarla · 08-22-2009, 11:10 PM

1. Relax on humidity, was WAY too worried about it to start.
2. A good deal on crappy sticks is a bad deal.
3. When a deal of the century comes along on a certain region of cigars do whatever necessary to procure large quantities and deal with the aftermath later.
4. Small RG, Small RG, Small RG.
5. Don't ever contact Thompsons. They are harder to shake than herpes.

Mr.Maduro · 08-22-2009, 11:13 PM

This thread should be edited for stupid responses.....including mine.

08-23-2009, 12:46 AM

A ton of good info compressed here!

08-23-2009, 01:03 AM

1. Always keep an extra cutter/punch and lighter in your car (just in case)

2. Never put a partially smoked cigar back in your humi in hopes of smoking later. (you'll never get the smell out)

3. If someone thinks it's funny to send you infused/flavored cigars...Don't ever put them in your humi with your "good" sticks (They'll elope in no time and you'll never get the smell out).

4. Snorking/Retro-haling/nose exhale, whatever you want to call it, is an absolute must if want to really taste your stogie.

5. Always fill your lighters before going out, herfing, camping...you get the idea.

6. Purging sound's like an awful thing, but with cigars it's always a good thing

By the way, great thread idea.

bigloo · 08-23-2009, 01:16 AM

1) Your pooch makes for an excellent herf buddy.
2) Dont know what to drink with a cigar, grab a coke.
3) Some CC are great, and some NC are great too. Great cigars can come from anywhere.
4) Have patients when buying, deals will come up.
5) Resist the desire to buy the biggest thickest cigars, they are not better.

icehog3 · 08-23-2009, 02:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. Ed

run.
5. Heavy drinking and heavy cigar smoking never go together.

Unless you're at the Shack Herf.

yachties23 · 08-23-2009, 06:24 AM

On a Sunday morning, a cigar, a cup of coffee and the newspaper, is possibly one of the best ways to start your day.

Barteur · 08-23-2009, 06:59 AM

-Take the time it takes to seasoned your humi properly...if not it will take forever to get it stabilised.
-Build inventory of small sticks for winter if you live up north because a churchill size cigar at -30c will never be a good cigar

Great thread BTW

Frenchie

bowhnter · 08-23-2009, 07:18 AM

This is a good thread. One thing I am finding is that I have not yet had a $10+ cigar that has been any better that a few of the $3-5 cigars that I like.

More expensive is not necessarily better, which is probably holding me back from trying some good sticks that gets mentioned.

Kreth · 08-23-2009, 09:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bowhnter

More expensive is not necessarily better, which is probably holding me back from trying some good sticks that gets mentioned.

There are a lot of good, cheap sticks out there. For the more expensive sticks, I usually watch for deals on samplers, 5ers, or singles.

Skywalker · 08-23-2009, 09:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GreekGodX

This should be the golden rule.

Lower all your credit card limits once you start the hobby

This helps too!!!

08-22-2009, 11:54 AM	#21
GreekGodX Opa!! Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: Christos Location: 7 Line Posts: 4,894 Trading: (82)	Re: 5 things.... This should be the golden rule. Lower all your credit card limits once you start the hobby __________________ "If I give a businessman 10,000 francs, what is that to him, he is rich. But if I give him a Cohiba cigar, that is style."-Hotel Rwanda

08-22-2009, 11:58 AM	#22
Starscream Knowhutimean, Vern? Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andy Location: In a little town somewhere in the USA Posts: 10,237 Trading: (4)	Re: 5 things.... Quality above quantity. Never...ever... cut a Lusi in half. __________________ Insert quote here.

08-22-2009, 09:11 PM	#24
poriggity Cigar Zombie Fo Life! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Location: Lake Arrowhead, Ca Posts: 806 Trading: (13)	Re: 5 things.... My personal 5- In order of importance to me: 1. Share my thoughts on cigars in the form of reviews. I personally find it helpful when others review cigars I am looking at, so I do the same for other BOTL. 2. Don't fondle cigars in a B&M too much, and NEVER smell them. 3. If you have something a BOTL is looking for, don't be afraid to ship it to em, and let them enjoy it. 4. A good cutter and reliable lighter are a NECESSITY! 5. Anyone that tells you a bic lighter is bad for your cigars is a liar. In my experience, it works fine, in a pinch. Scott __________________ Bearded Dad Blog

08-22-2009, 09:25 PM	#25
Mr.Maduro In Domino Confido Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Patrick Location: La Casa del Blueface Posts: 2,905 Trading: (83)	Re: 5 things.... Great thread.... I think all of the ones I would've mentioned were already said. 1. Humidor....go bigger than you think you need...much bigger. 2. Snorking....or nose exhale. You'll never know your cigar unless you do. 3. Herf often. Wherever, whenever, with whomever. 4. Think about how great it feels to take a break from your everyday life with a cigar. Now think about the troops. Send them some. 5. Share with your fellow BOTL, but sample the cigars you gift before you give them all away. Sometimes you'll miss out on fantastic smokes, sometimes you'll regret passing off crap. __________________ "Patrick...You low-rent f#@k!!!" - MACMS (Shack V)

08-22-2009, 10:31 PM	#29
Mr. Ed A horse is a horse... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ed...duh Location: THE Burgh Posts: 499 Trading: (6)	Re: 5 things.... Echoing a few earlier posts here. 1. Don't be afraid to ask questions. 2. Smoke everything and anything, you never know what you might like. 3. Heartfelt Humidity beads 4. Don't be afraid to spend $30-$50 on a good cutter, it's worth it in the long run. 5. Heavy drinking and heavy cigar smoking never go together.

08-22-2009, 11:10 PM	#30
jaycarla Mossy Hoosier Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jay Location: Carmel, IN Posts: 828 Trading: (7)	Re: 5 things.... 1. Relax on humidity, was WAY too worried about it to start. 2. A good deal on crappy sticks is a bad deal. 3. When a deal of the century comes along on a certain region of cigars do whatever necessary to procure large quantities and deal with the aftermath later. 4. Small RG, Small RG, Small RG. 5. Don't ever contact Thompsons. They are harder to shake than herpes. __________________ “I bet Eli doesn't even have one touchdown today, ... I'm the best Manning" -Peyton Manning

08-22-2009, 11:13 PM	#31
Mr.Maduro In Domino Confido Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Patrick Location: La Casa del Blueface Posts: 2,905 Trading: (83)	Re: 5 things.... This thread should be edited for stupid responses.....including mine. __________________ "Patrick...You low-rent f#@k!!!" - MACMS (Shack V) Last edited by Mr.Maduro; 08-22-2009 at 11:15 PM. Reason: I have a friend who would be proud of a 31st response.

08-23-2009, 12:46 AM	#32
bleedingshrimp Guest Posts: n/a	Re: 5 things.... A ton of good info compressed here!

08-23-2009, 01:03 AM	#33
Waynegro1 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: 5 things.... 1. Always keep an extra cutter/punch and lighter in your car (just in case) 2. Never put a partially smoked cigar back in your humi in hopes of smoking later. (you'll never get the smell out) 3. If someone thinks it's funny to send you infused/flavored cigars...Don't ever put them in your humi with your "good" sticks (They'll elope in no time and you'll never get the smell out). 4. Snorking/Retro-haling/nose exhale, whatever you want to call it, is an absolute must if want to really taste your stogie. 5. Always fill your lighters before going out, herfing, camping...you get the idea. 6. Purging sound's like an awful thing, but with cigars it's always a good thing By the way, great thread idea.

08-23-2009, 01:16 AM	#34
bigloo Crazy like a fox Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Lu Location: Rose City Posts: 905 Trading: (27)	Re: 5 things.... 1) Your pooch makes for an excellent herf buddy. 2) Dont know what to drink with a cigar, grab a coke. 3) Some CC are great, and some NC are great too. Great cigars can come from anywhere. 4) Have patients when buying, deals will come up. 5) Resist the desire to buy the biggest thickest cigars, they are not better.

08-23-2009, 06:24 AM	#36
yachties23 The Belly of the Beast Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Chris Location: New York City Posts: 568 Trading: (15)	Re: 5 things.... On a Sunday morning, a cigar, a cup of coffee and the newspaper, is possibly one of the best ways to start your day.

08-23-2009, 06:59 AM	#37
Barteur Golf is life Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Eric Location: Montreal Posts: 724 Trading: (18)	Re: 5 things.... -Take the time it takes to seasoned your humi properly...if not it will take forever to get it stabilised. -Build inventory of small sticks for winter if you live up north because a churchill size cigar at -30c will never be a good cigar Great thread BTW Frenchie __________________

08-23-2009, 07:18 AM	#38
bowhnter Backyard BBQer Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Mike Location: Frisco, TX Posts: 244 Trading: (4)	Re: 5 things.... This is a good thread. One thing I am finding is that I have not yet had a $10+ cigar that has been any better that a few of the $3-5 cigars that I like. More expensive is not necessarily better, which is probably holding me back from trying some good sticks that gets mentioned. __________________ "And then one day you find ten years have got behind you. No one told you when to run, you missed the starting gun"