New to pipes

[ivapewithfire]

Welcome!
I think Captain Black is OK. I wouldn't throw it out personally. I've seen others suggest Lane's 1Q. I'd concur and highly recommend it. It's what I carry around in my pouch.
I've found myself gravitating to flakes, both straight Virginias and VaPers, but see myself having 1Q as my all day smoke for the foreseeable future.
Being new I think the key is not narrowing down on one or two things, but sampling the plethora of blends that are out there. It's amazing what is available to you once you start looking around.

 

[oklansas]

Yet another "Welcome" to you.
I suggest you take a look at the Sutliff Private Stock line. They have a good selection of both aromatics and non-areos, and they are nicely priced.

 

[anthonyrosenthal74]

Welcome It's good to see so many new members lately. Don't let the countless choices of pipes and tobacco overwhelm you. Try a few here and there to see what you like and dislike and go from there.

 

[kcvet67]

Welcome lunchie.

 

[frozenchurchwarden]

I was going to say I'm surprised at how many new people are signing up here, but I guess I'm probably still one of them, so come on in the water's just fine!
I think the best thing I can say to a new person in one sentence is: Don't let the first, tenth or even hundredth bowl skew your judgement, there's always something new to try.

 

[drsquat]

I'll add my vote for Lane Limited 1Q. Buy in bulk - cheap and easy to smoke.

 

[lunchie]

Wow, thanks everyone for the warm welcome.

 

[uberam3rica]

I can already see a pipe collection will be in my future.

It will happen. Theres no avoiding it.

 

[lunchie]

I started a youtube channel, well not exactly started I had it since 2011 but i started posting videos. So far they are little 5 minute videos of me puffing on a pipe b.s.ing about various things about me. I'm not telling yall because I want to become a youtube star or to beg for subs. I just thought some of you may be on youtube and would like to stop by for a smoke, a drink and a chat now and then with me. I know its not the same as sitting on my porch and hanging out but it is the next best thing. ::

 

[johnnyiii]

Welcome!!!
Of the prior post I read I give a +1 to the following from Anthony

anthonyrosenthal74: Don't let the countless choices of pipes and tobacco overwhelm you. Try a few here and there to see what you like and dislike and go from there.

Good advice! I also add that everyone here is very helpful to those on the journey... So don't hesitate to post a question... or two ... or three ..or whatever you need.
I add that my absolute favorite first tobacco in the aro style is from a VA beach tobacconist called Emersons Cigars. They have a web site and ship. the tobacco is called "Captains Delight". It is in their bulk tobacco list. Also since you are only smoking some of the time, the ABSOLUTE best tin for an aro is Drew Estates "Central Park Stroll" If you try them post a question of how to clean wetness from a bowl. :P Being goopy is their only draw back.

 

[danielplainview]

Lane 1Q.

There are tons of different blends out there, but you can't go wrong with 1Q. A great starter blend, which I still enjoy.

Pipe smoking can be easy and economically friendly. The sky is the limit. Welcome aboard.

 

[ssjones]

I'm a bit OCD and have a stressful job as well. The pipe definitely makes me slow down and just reflect. Welcome to our passion...or insanity!

 

[ejames]

Welcome lunchie!

 

[joshb83]

Welcome Lunchie! I'm in the same boat as you. I smoked cigars pretty regularly for a while, but reasonably new to pipes. I can say though, if you need something quick and pretty flavorful the price, Captain Black isn't all that bad...but then again, that might be the newbie in me speaking. Welcome again!