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thbg

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Aug 30, 2011
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I used to smoke basically all latakia blends. After a break from pipes, I have found my tastes have changed and I no longer enjoy the taste of latakia as I once did.
I have cleaned all my pipes yet that latakia taste still remains in a few of my favorites that I really smoked a lot out of...it's just enough latakia leftover flavor to really get on my nerves...especially at the bottom of the bowl.
Any tips to resolve this problem? Thanks.

 
pstlpkr

pstlpkr

Lifer
Dec 14, 2009
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Birmingham, AL
Have you tried a Pipe Retort?

That may really make a huge difference.

This video is part 3 of 3 and is a great demonstration of how to use a Retort:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZfxlg5WWGA&feature=related

 
spartan

spartan

Lifer
Aug 14, 2011
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Pipe retorts are good deep cleaning but a little hard to get a hold of. Have you allready done an Alcohol & Salt Treatment?
Both work wonders. The pipe retort from what i've heard is a DEEPER clean because it's BOILING ALCOHOL lol :wink:

 
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thbg

Might Stick Around
Aug 30, 2011
75
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Thank you gentlemen for the responses. I will try the Alcohol and Salt treatment first and see how that works. Happy puffing!

 
shaintiques

shaintiques

Lifer
Jul 13, 2011
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Georgia
Yeah i would do that the retort is good but can be a bit risky for the finish of the pipe. Salt and ever clear with a little patience ought to do the trick

 
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