Former Lurkers, What Made You Step Into The Light?

[lasttango]

I had poor results when I started so I wanted to join so I could sell off my stuff. The forum required 100 posts, so I started posting. In that time, I learned everything I was doing wrong. Next, I tried smoking again. This time, I was smoking a better tobacco with tried and true technique. I believe it was the member with the Blackhouse obsession/Tattoo that set me straight. In any case, I never quit. I did eventually sell off my initial pipes and acquire a style that accommodated my smoking better. You guys are great. I enjoy this forum.

 

[frozenchurchwarden]

I like the way Kevin runs his ship.

(Wow, it’s been five years and I still feel like I’m one of the new guys. Of course compared to the people who have been smoking pipes for 50+ years that perspective is entirely correct.)

 

[plugugly]

Seriously? IT"S THE PIPE BABES!

 

[cosmicfolklore]

 

[mikethompson]

Seriously? IT"S THE PIPE BABES!

the crew of the Black Frigate? I guess they are alright looking.

 

[piper64]

I joined because people here have a wealth of experience in all aspects of pipe smoking. It has given me a lot of laughs as well as the tips and tricks of experienced members. Being a member of the forums has made my pipe smoking a much better past time.

 

[autumnfog]

Many things.

The information and vast amounts of knowledge shared, also the sense of humor in threads.

I also appreciate the layout and the forum rules. This is a well-managed place.

 

[raevans]

I don't post all that much, but I do read what's on here on a daily basis. I appreciate the different perspectives and the vast wealth of knowledge thrown in with a bit of sarcasm and good natured ribbing. It reminds me of the days when I worked in a Tobacco Shop and our motto was "Good price on tobacco and as much free abuse as you can handle". I like this site as it is educational, enlightening, and entertaining. Best of all, no commercials.

 

[rdavid]

I usually hang out in the back row until I get a feel for the place. I have several interests and hobbies so I've been on numerous other forums where the environment can get, shall we say a little hostile. Especially to newbies and the repeated same questions over and over but I have never seen that here.
Never have I experience such an inviting and genuinely welcoming environment as such that we have here and I only lurked for a few hours before jumping in.
Haven't seen much bickering here and I think the fact that we keep politics out of the equation really helps. Also the sense of humor here, albeit a little dry at times can be very entertaining. (Talking to you Cosmic)!
Also, since there is no B/M within any reasonable distance from me, this is my place to hangout and smoke, make friends, research and get great advice. I know for a fact, the things I've learned here have shaved years off of my learning curve and pipe smoking is now a firmly ingrained part of my life. My ever growing cellar is a direct result of reviews here and at TR. Hobbies and interests come and go but piping for me, is for life. Looking forward to being here for a good long while.

 

[jvnshr]

I chose to come out of the closet....oh wait.... wrong thread.

:rofl:

 

[jvnshr]

Kevin made me a mod so I had start smoking a pipe and post here.

 

[cerfer]

Fourteen days had passed without an "Where Can I Find Esoterica?" and so I just had to jump in.
Great community full of really reasonable people. It's hard to get the number of posts for Secret Santa/Buying/Selling if you don't have a lot to say. But great info here, and I wouldn't be on the Black Frigate or the 633 Train without your fine counsel and guidance.

 

[clickklick]

I went from active to lurker... does that count too?
Kids will do that to you.

 

[mso489]

clickclick, hey! Good to hear from you again, if only momentarily. Maybe you could post again with recent pipes of your creation. So, why didn't I lurk? The term blabbermouth comes to mind.

 

[coyja]

The rumors of impending McClelland's closing got me off the pot and motivated.

 

[cosmicfolklore]

The rumors of impending McClelland's closing

What, have you heard something? Crap!!! Should I start buying?

 

[yaboofive]

I usually just lurk.

 

[lotharen]

I lurked for a few days before finally making my first post.

I can't remember what exactly brought me around to finally posting but I'm glad I did.
Great bunch of folks here.