The Relight debate

[Donn Scott Shetler]

I have returned the brotherhood of the Briar once again and there are several things I’ve given thought to that were not considerations in the past .
One of these is the question of relighting , pausing perhaps or lightly pulling so lightly the furnace goes out . Other than being in a war zone and attracting artillery fire I don’t see why that should be a problem ? I am not arguing with the point of view that is improper and would appreciate any thoughts and pointers on this , these forums can be very educational

 

[kcghost]

It is no problem for me. When I need to relight my pipe I do it without and fuss or fanfare.

 

[Chasing Embers]

There truly is no consensus on any facet of pipe smoking. Enjoy smoking as you will.

 

[OzPiper]

Re-lighting is not a badge of dishonour
Just do what needs be.
It’s not a smoking contest where contestants are allowed only 2 matches

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[AcesAndEights]

If your pipe goes out, what else is there?

 

[warren]

No debate. If the tobacco goes out, it's time to relight. How often one needs to relight is mostly dependent on the smoker and his ability to proper stuff the bowl, his cadence, the environment (in doors or out, breeze? and so forth.). Nothing improper with relighting or even becoming obcessive about not having to relight.

 

[sablebrush52]

Relight if you need to, don't it you don't.

Pie smoking culture is rife with myths and various fallacious beliefs. Relighting is just a fact of life.

 

[Donn Scott Shetler]

It is no problem for me. When I need to relight my pipe I do it without and fuss or fanfare.

A clear answer , I will never feel constrained again

 

[Donn Scott Shetler]

Relight if you need to, don't it you don't.

Pie smoking culture is rife with myths and various fallacious beliefs. Relighting is just a fact of life.

Yes life & pipe smoking suffer these delusions , and the comfort & consolation of a good smoke calms the mind & soul

 

[shanez]

Don't relight until you see the whites of their eyes!

 

[mingc]

The truly ascendant do not need a flame at all.

 

[HawkeyeLinus]

As they say in Parliament, “I refer the honourable gentleman to the answer I gave a short time ago” - likely while relighting.

 

[huntertrw]

Pie smoking culture is rife with myths and various fallacious beliefs.

 

[AroEnglish]

I used to hate relight but now I’ve become Dr. Coolsmokes or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Relight

 

[HawkeyeLinus]

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[DanWil84]

People who have to relight are awefull. If you dont master the art of the one light pipe you are not worthy. Not worthy the pipe, the tobacco, not even your tamper. You are worthy to your lighter or match, that disgraceful device which got your pipe going in the first place. How dare you to use such a tool to make fire and not get it lighted with the snap of a finger? So you might even use it a second, third or tenth time if you can't relight it with a death stare like Giancarlo Esposito in Breakin Bad.

 

[MartyA]

I smoke slowly while reading outside. I let my pipe go out often, and I leave my windproof Zippo on my arm rest. I have no idea why, but the first sips after relighting are often the tastiest.

 

[fireground_piper]

If your pipe goes out, what else is there?

Right to the garbage.

 

[Chasing Embers]

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[Chasing Embers]

On the other side of the point, packing lighter and frequent tamping can significantly reduce the need to relight.