Hey everyone!
After joining this forum and getting some fantastic introductions in the New Members section, I’ve received tons of great suggestions for tobaccos to try. When I first started, all I had was a tin of Peterson’s Nightcap and a Meerschaum cob. As an avid cigar smoker, I came in wondering what to look for to achieve that classic pipe room note.
Many of you gave me valuable feedback, especially pointing out that as a cigar smoker, I might not enjoy “flavored” tobaccos—some even compared them to Acids (which made me chuckle). I appreciated the honesty and took all your recommendations seriously. That was just about a week ago, and since then, I’ve felt so welcomed into this community. Thank you all for making the transition to pipe smoking such a warm and enjoyable experience!
Today, I took the plunge and picked up a cheap oak pipe with a larger bowl along with one of the suggested blends: Captain Black Original. I gave it a try earlier, and wow—what an amazing smoke! It was incredibly smooth, and the room note was fantastic. Even the UPS lady delivering a package to my house commented on the cozy aroma as I sat under my propane heater in the garage (it’s freezing here in Michigan).
I’m really excited to keep exploring this hobby. I still love Nightcap for its smoky, calming effect—it’s perfect for unwinding at the end of the day, and I plan to keep it in my rotation. I also grabbed a butter rum blend that was recommended by the guy at my local tobacconist. He said a customer suggested it to him, and he’s been spreading the word. I can’t wait to give it a go tonight.
This has been such a fun journey so far, and I’m looking forward to trying more blends, learning from everyone here, and figuring out how to get the most out of this experience.
Quick question: What does everyone think of rubber bite protectors? I picked up a couple, and I’m loving how comfortable they make it to keep the pipe in my mouth. Do you use them, and are there any pros or cons I should be aware of?
Thanks again for all the advice, and I’m excited to keep the conversation going!
Cheers,
Aaron
After joining this forum and getting some fantastic introductions in the New Members section, I’ve received tons of great suggestions for tobaccos to try. When I first started, all I had was a tin of Peterson’s Nightcap and a Meerschaum cob. As an avid cigar smoker, I came in wondering what to look for to achieve that classic pipe room note.
Many of you gave me valuable feedback, especially pointing out that as a cigar smoker, I might not enjoy “flavored” tobaccos—some even compared them to Acids (which made me chuckle). I appreciated the honesty and took all your recommendations seriously. That was just about a week ago, and since then, I’ve felt so welcomed into this community. Thank you all for making the transition to pipe smoking such a warm and enjoyable experience!
Today, I took the plunge and picked up a cheap oak pipe with a larger bowl along with one of the suggested blends: Captain Black Original. I gave it a try earlier, and wow—what an amazing smoke! It was incredibly smooth, and the room note was fantastic. Even the UPS lady delivering a package to my house commented on the cozy aroma as I sat under my propane heater in the garage (it’s freezing here in Michigan).
I’m really excited to keep exploring this hobby. I still love Nightcap for its smoky, calming effect—it’s perfect for unwinding at the end of the day, and I plan to keep it in my rotation. I also grabbed a butter rum blend that was recommended by the guy at my local tobacconist. He said a customer suggested it to him, and he’s been spreading the word. I can’t wait to give it a go tonight.
This has been such a fun journey so far, and I’m looking forward to trying more blends, learning from everyone here, and figuring out how to get the most out of this experience.
Quick question: What does everyone think of rubber bite protectors? I picked up a couple, and I’m loving how comfortable they make it to keep the pipe in my mouth. Do you use them, and are there any pros or cons I should be aware of?
Thanks again for all the advice, and I’m excited to keep the conversation going!
Cheers,
Aaron
