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Bent or straight for beginers.
I always encourage the newer guys to start with bents :) Easier to clinch and relax with and the bent keep an moisture down in the bowl :) Ellis- espear
- Post #7
- Forum: Pipe Smoking Basics & Beginner Questions
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My Son is Interested in Pipes
I would see this as an opportunity to be cherished between father and son. If we want this great hobby to continue and grow, we need to be supportive and encouraging of the next generation of pipe smokers. The internet is full of sites and forums and videos where new and younger pipe smokers are...- espear
- Post #47
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Why did you start smoking a pipe?
From my boyhood I always loved the sweet smell of pipe smoke. I also liked the look of a pipe and the feel of a pipe. I hated the smell of cigarettes and cigars and still do. But there was something about the aroma and feel of a pipe that drew me to pipe shops even as a youth. Finally at about...- espear
- Post #87
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Young Pipe Smoker - Parents?
Dear Plateuguy, Yes, it is unfortunate that smoking an "occasional pipe" has become so closely identified with the serious addiction of smoking cigarettes. I, like you enjoy the "occasional pipe". I don't think it has serious health risks, nor after 30 years of the "occasional pipe" do I have...- espear
- Post #52
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Young Pipe Smoker - Parents?
Dear Shaintiques, Golly, I had not really paid attention to the "aging" of the posts or the thread. Thanks for bringing that to my attention. I'll try to improve :) E. Spear- espear
- Post #50
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion
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Young Pipe Smoker - Parents?
So, I like your father. He is trying to protect you from something that he fears would be very bad for you. He had a very serious nicotine addiction problem that was threatening his life and his ability to support and raise you. He worked very hard to get rid of it. He is to be respected and...- espear
- Post #48
- Forum: General Pipe Smoking Discussion