I've been smoking (nasty) cigars since I was sixteen. Now in my forties, I have gotten serious about storing and smoking good sticks. I like all ranges of cigars, depending on my mood and appetite. So far, I've got 200 cigars in three humis. I'm open to suggestions and what ever else this site has to offer.
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Guido
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Thanks! I got a bunch of cheap sticks from CI and cbid. If anyone has any sticks they would like me to try or need to clean out their humi, I will gladly accept donations! :biggrin:
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I smoked cheap cigars forever and will still smoke a cheroot in a minute.
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QuoteItalianGuido - 9/23/2014 2:19 AM
Thanks! I got a bunch of cheap sticks from CI and cbid. If anyone has any sticks they would like me to try or need to clean out their humi, I will gladly accept donations! :biggrin:
Here's a better plan: You donate a bunch of cigars to our Cigars-for-Troops program and THEN you can start begging for free cigars from the rest of us.
Welcome to CG Aaron.
I like Brlesq suggestion, get rid of those unwanted cigars by sending them to the 2014 Cigars for Troops effort. You'll make room for new, better cigars and get some street cred at the same time. It's a win win.
But first, you should get more, bigger humidors just in case you catch the CG bug. Once infected, you won't be able to stop the flow of cigars coming in.
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Good idea Bruce!.
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Welcome to the site, Aaron!!
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Welcome from PA!!
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That's a fantastic idea! I have donated through my local smoke shop twice, and I will certainly send some your way. Being a vet myself, I know the value of a good smoke in a rough place. Someone has to get me an address to send to, as I am only a newbie here. As for begging for sticks, that's not me. I pass on what I have to others, some like to pass on what they have. I'm guessing the Cigar Bomb works on that idea.
QuoteItalianGuido - 9/23/2014 3:19 PM
That's a fantastic idea! I have donated through my local smoke shop twice, and I will certainly send some your way. Being a vet myself, I know the value of a good smoke in a rough place. Someone has to get me an address to send to, as I am only a newbie here. As for begging for sticks, that's not me. I pass on what I have to others, some like to pass on what they have. I'm guessing the Cigar Bomb works on that idea.
Just busting your chops, Aaron. You've passed the hazing ritual, and you'll do just fine here with a thick skin. Welcome to CG!!
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Aaron, welcome to CG from Pittsburgh
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Welcome, Guido!
Jose Carlos Cigars will be introducing their latest cigar release the Jose Carlos San Andreas that will be available late October early November 2014. The company would like to introduce this cigar to BOTL or Herf clubs. If interested please contact the company to discuss your sample requests.
QuoteJoseCarlosCigars - 9/24/2014 4:38 PM
Jose Carlos Cigars will be introducing their latest cigar release the Jose Carlos San Andreas that will be available late October early November 2014. The company would like to introduce this cigar to BOTL or Herf clubs. If interested please contact the company to discuss your sample requests.
You dumb a$$... jumped in and ruined a newbie introduction thread! :spamcan:
Welcome! :cigarman:
Here's your "unofficial" :welcome: kit!
In addition to the information below, we're ruthless with spammers... :biggrin:
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Answers to frequently asked questions:
The vast number of aficionados on this forum leave the cellophane on their cigars. :smoker:
Many like a v-cut versus a straight cut, and many use kitty litter to stabilize the humidity in their humidors, but the Boveda humi-paks and Heartfelt beads are also well liked.
Xikar hygrometers (note the "g" and not a "d" in hygrometer) are frequently recommended on this forum. If you ask how to calibrate one, you'll get pointed to Google.
Lighters are all over the board with many opting for the cost effective Ronson butane jet lighters while others prefer Xikars, large table top lighters, cedar spills, matches, car lighters, blow torches, fire pits - pretty much anything that's on fire.
Any science related questions about relative humidity and temperature have been discussed ad nauseum. But, if you feel the urge to ask, ignore what everyone posts except Jackal - he's the resident scientist. :respekt:
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Any thread that starts with "NSFW" gets tons of views during working hours. :confused:
Don't post anything about ISOM's anywhere but the ISOM thread. Otherwise, you'll get a bunch of nonsensical responses. Cuban cigars are illegal in the U.S. :shades:
Please resize your pictures before posting so you don't fire-up the curmudgeons on this site. :hityou:
Speaking of size, when you print the photo template, make sure that you don't select "Fit to Page" when printing or the cigars will look like they are longer than they actually are - there's nothing worse than a picture of a Churchill that's actually a Robusto! :hitme: If you are not sure, check the ruler on the template against an actual ruler.
"Bombs" are not bombs, but gifts. Some on here refer to them as "kisses". Whatever you call them, it is not polite to broadcast you're sending them or solicit to be bombed. :nono: Doing the latter will subject you to a mailbox full of dog rockets and a lifetime of ridicule. :shamebag: You are, however, encouraged to acknowledged being bombed and there's a thread for doing just that.
Hopefully, you like to see pictures of midget pole dancers - those pop up from time to time. :-0
If you have any questions about bugs or critters, let NWB know - he's our resident entomologist... whatever that is. :-)
Passes are generally off limits to new folks until you have a few posts under your belt or have a veteran vouch for you. Same with selling, buying, or trading - you'll be expected to execute your end of the transaction first until you gain the confidence of some of the members. If you plan to do any of this, best to get a PooPal account if you don't already have one.
The Obi-Wan Kenobi of the site is Señor Pablo - when he speaks, we listen. :bow:
PIF's (Pay It Forward) are a great way to earn credibility here. There are several threads devoted to them. Just be sure to read the ground rules before jumping in or review the extensive threads to get an idea of what they're about or check out this article: http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=articles;sa=view;article=57
If disagreements occur, the Gurus usually come through with sage advice - heed their warnings as they carry a lot of power (well, we let them think that anyway :whistle:).
Please consider joining CRA if you are not already a member - it gets you a cool badge that shows up under your name on posts. :thumbsup: Another easy way to earn a badge is to support the "Cigars for Troops" event that usually occurs in the early Fall. :usa:
Finally, welcome to our community - in the end, it's about the enjoyment of cigars and pipes, developing friendships with others who share common interests and passions, and enhancing your knowledge of our hobby!!!
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Welcome to the place...somebody say FREE cigars...oh look, squirrel! What were we talking about?
(http://www.cigargeeks.com/../images/emoticons/welcome.bmp) to the site from MA
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If you are interested in donating to the Cigars for Troops effort, shoot me a PM. Thank you for your past service!
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I appreciate everyone's warm welcome. Someone recommended cbid and I think they should change the name from CigarBid to CrackBid! So many deals, it's too easy to keep hitting the bid button.
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I'm a member now... I feel honored.
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