Viaje Zombie

[C1garfan]

From Andres Facebook page-

Minnesota has issued a state of emergency. Martial law has been declared. It is reported that the region has been overrun by what is being described as THE LIVING DEAD! For more information contact reporter James Succio on scene - 952 808-9259

[Bill86]

I'm intrigued......

http://thecigarfeed.com/?p=5847

Triple capped at both ends :confused:

Smaller size too 4 3/4 x 52.....at $10.50 a piece....eh If I could score 2-3 of these to try I'd be down for that but that's about it. Had no interest in the MOAB or WMDs. Although after you cut the cap you're looking at a 4 1/4 perfecto for $10.50....brutal.

I'm actually quite concerned now with these past 5-6 Viaje releases coming out so soon. They might be going the way of Tatuaje. This might help me continue to swear off NC's. :tu

[Cornrow_Wallis]

I feel the urge to get some of these, but I think I'm going to have to skip out this time. I got a fiver of wmd and moab but looking back I think I would have skipped them and gone with something in a vitola I actually like. Not trying to hate on Viaje, but for the money, I'd like to see a little more cigar.

[Bill86]

Kinda how I felt Rob, I do like the perfecto and the DES was a very decent stick. Kinda sucking though the price points are staying the same and the vitolas are getting smaller and smaller. Larger RG's too :td

[C1garfan]

I think a lot of the cost has to do with the shape. Difficult shapes are usually more expensive. Like you said, this cigar has triple caps on both ends.

[Bill86]

Yeah, I just wish it was the same size as the DES (5 3/4 x 52). That's the thing that has me intrigued (the caps at both ends). I could see buying 2 of them and smoking them at different ends. Just for kicks, sh!ts and giggles see if there is any noticeable difference.

[Brutus2600]

If I could get one I'd try it...but I probably won't bust my tail to get these.

They sound interesting though!

[neoflex]

Reminds me of this image that I saw posted on Facebook with Viaje tagged but it was quickly untagged by what I'm guessing was Andre and kind of how I am starting to feel about Viaje. I copied and pasted the text in the photo description in the image.
http://i449.photobucket.com/albums/qq216/neoflexrnb/Funny.jpg

[Brutus2600]

hahaha...yeah

[Bill86]

:r :r :r I must admit that is funny. I never liked the S&B, any of them.

[jsnake]

I love Viaje Cigars but getting tired of having to line up like it is Black Friday to beat everyone to them.

[thecatch83]

I love Viaje Cigars but getting tired of having to line up like it is Black Friday to beat everyone to them.

I guess they wouldn't be considered LE sticks if you could just order them off of every cigar site, but you make a very good point. I personally don't have a problem with the "boutique" company's offering LE cigars, what gets me is the shadow games and smoke and mirrors behind it all. And in regards to paying 10 bucks for a smaller cigar, you could always throw down $20 a stick for the glorified 64th anny Smoke Inn Padron SI-15, 6 x 60 and choke yourself to death :sh

[Bill86]

I love Viaje Cigars but getting tired of having to line up like it is Black Friday to beat everyone to them.

Agreed, this 2000 cigars is completely bullsh!t. I passed on the WLP, WLP Candela, WMB, MOAB, Exclusivo short and Tower 45th. This one I'll mostly likely make a half a$$ attempt to score a couple. If not meh it'll be 7th Viaje I've passed on already this year.

I guess they wouldn't be considered LE sticks if you could just order them off of every cigar site, but you make a very good point. I personally don't have a problem with the "boutique" company's offering LE cigars, what gets me is the shadow games and smoke and mirrors behind it all. And in regards to paying 10 bucks for a smaller cigar, you could always throw down $20 a stick for the glorified 64th anny Smoke Inn Padron SI-15, 6 x 60 and choke yourself to death :sh

I'm surprised they are only $20 a piece. As far as the LE thing, Viaje seems to be jumping on the Tatuaje "put out as many as you can trying to make a fast buck" bandwagon. I guess Illusione is the only one that still has some hope?

I'm really not complaining though, it seems most NC cigars are going this route and it just makes it much easier for me to not buy any. I can walk into cigar shops and not drop $50-$100. Browse the internet and see many cigar ads and not spend a dime. Thanks guys :tu

Now I'm off to go punch an ever so tasty $4 SCdlH El Principe, or maybe I'll spring for the HUCM for $4.50. Boli RC's for $6.00 a pop, YES PLEASE! Ah life is good.

[maninblack]

He needs to take marketing tips from Pete Johnson. genius.

[pektel]

I am not a Tatuaje whore, but I do love me some Viajes. And these are going to be at an event in MN? I'm so there...

[pektel]

I'm really not complaining though, it seems most NC cigars are going this route and it just makes it much easier for me to not buy any. I can walk into cigar shops and not drop $50-$100. Browse the internet and see many cigar ads and not spend a dime. Thanks guys :tu

Now I'm off to go punch an ever so tasty $4 SCdlH El Principe, or maybe I'll spring for the HUCM for $4.50. Boli RC's for $6.00 a pop, YES PLEASE! Ah life is good.

I hear this. I'm rarely tempted by NC's anymore. But if I want a strong stick, I reach for a viaje.

[Trent0341]

I guess they wouldn't be considered LE sticks if you could just order them off of every cigar site, but you make a very good point. I personally don't have a problem with the "boutique" company's offering LE cigars, what gets me is the shadow games and smoke and mirrors behind it all. And in regards to paying 10 bucks for a smaller cigar, you could always throw down $20 a stick for the glorified 64th anny Smoke Inn Padron SI-15, 6 x 60 and choke yourself to death :sh


Seriously... whatever happened to normal size smokes. They all seem to be Nub size or some kind of 6x60 baseball bat. I don't mind the marketing concepts to a point but Tatuaje and Viaje seem out of control. I think some of their concepts are pretty cool but releasing in quantities of 2000 and I have to spend $200+ before I can even try one = no thanks.

I have said for a long time that NC had caught up to CC taste wise but lately it seems like NC are more focused on marketing than the actual cigar. As Bill pointed out I can smoke a PSD No. 4 for $8-$9. It makes it harder to justify setting the alarm on my phone so I can be one of the 30 people that get a box of cigars they've never tried.


Bottom line is brands like Viaje and Tatuaje are driving me off before I ever really got a chance to make up my mind about them. I know some of you are into these and I hope you continue to enjoy them but more and more they seem like something I'm not even going to bother with.

[elderboy02]

Man, I love reading every single day people constantly complaining about how many new NC's are coming out [/sarcasm off]

If you don't want all these new cigars, don't buy them.

I like having the option to not smoke the same cigar every day. Variety is the spice of life :2

[mariogolbee]

C1garfan, thank you for posting this information. I might have never known. The WMD is one of the best sticks I've had in a while. If this is better than the WMD, and I can get some, I'll be more than happy to.

[dannysguitar]

Man, I love reading every single day people constantly complaining about how many new NC's are coming out [/sarcasm off]

If you don't want all these new cigars, don't buy them.

I like having the option to not smoke the same cigar every day. Variety is the spice of life :2

:tpd:

[pektel]

I think it's gonna be fun to actually go to one of these events. I've never been to one before.

[srduggins]

Triple capped at both ends :confused:



That way you can cut it in half to get two smokes for the price of one. Saves on the cigar tax that way.

Heard the Zombies were due to the nuclear fall out from the WMD. Sounds too much like the Japan nuclear reactor disaster to suit me.

I think it's gonna be fun to actually go to one of these events. I've never been to one before.

It should be a blast. Have a great time.

[lilwing88]

I was pretty disappointed by the S&B WMD. So, I'm not gonna be seeking out one of these. But I will spread the word for those who will....

[neoflex]

It's funny because we were discussing LEs the other night at the lounge and we all agreed that only a handful of guys can pull off selling such small sticks for $10+. I am not seeking this new LE out but if they happen to pop up on the WTS thread at a reasonable price I can not make any promises.:r It's kind of how I feel about the LEs lately. I was always chasing the latest and greatest from Pete down but sadly they started coming out faster than my cigar budget and storage capacity could handle. Guys pointed out that you don't get to try the LEs before snagging a box but the flip side of that is if they are not your cup of tea after you do get to smoke one, it usually is not too difficult to unload them should you need to as the demand is usually always there so it's not like you will be stuck with them. I do wish that Pete and Andre would cut back on the frequency in which they release LEs simply so the guys who like to seek them out and obtain them don't need to pick and choose which they want because the budget tends to run out before the next one is released. I do wish I jumped on the Black Petite Lancero as I got to try one and I thought it was amazing but after the run of LEs that were released at the time by the time that was coming out my budget was dry. Now I am stuck trying to score some with zero luck. Luckily this is one that is supposed to become a regular release but does go to show that it sucks that we have to now pick and choose just because of the frequency in which these LEs are being released.

[kelmac07]

While I'm a huge fan of Viaje cigars (just not the Exclusivo line)...but enough is enough. $ 10 a stick for these miniature sticks??? Come on man!! :td :td

[whodeeni]

While I'm a huge fan of Viaje cigars (just not the Exclusivo line)...but enough is enough. $ 10 a stick for these miniature sticks??? Come on man!! :td :td


Ummmmm mac... 4.5 x 52 isn't exactly miniature to me... that's almost your
ideal size isn't it?:r

On another note, I wish I could go to the even to meet Arsenio Ramos... that
guy is the Man!

[kelmac07]

Ummmmm mac... 4.5 x 52 isn't exactly miniature to me... that's almost your ideal size isn't it!

Not even close. $ 10.50 for a stick that is ALMOST a robusto???

[C1garfan]

From what I understand from the guys in MN these are 4.75 X 52 not 4.5. The shape (double triple caps) is a very difficult shape to roll which is why they are so expensive. The packaging is supposed to be top notch as well. We will have to wait and see.

[ajacobs]

From what I understand from the guys in MN these are 4.75 X 52 not 4.5. The shape (double triple caps) is a very difficult shape to roll which is why they are so expensive. The packaging is supposed to be top notch as well. We will have to wait and see.

The shape may be difficult but I would like to see where it offers some discernible advantage.

[C1garfan]

The shape may be difficult but I would like to see where it offers some discernible advantage.

What is the advantage of Tat Anarchy curly head? Double triple caps have never been done before. I for one am very curious.

[ajacobs]

Oh, you won't catch me singing the advantages of pig tails either. I am also not knocking this cigar, maybe it is worth 10 bucks a piece but that should be based on flavor not gimmick and I feel the same way about all cigars. I am impressed by quality not novelty and I am not really interested in paying extra for packaging or gimmicks.

I know that may put me in the minority as much about cigars is steeped in tradition, image etc - it is just not something I buy into.

[ajacobs]

By the way the 5 vegas relic is capped at both ends (although I doubt it is a tripple cap) - I don't care for the 5 vegas line so I haven't tried them.

[C1garfan]

By the way the 5 vegas relic is capped at both ends (although I doubt it is a tripple cap) - I don't care for the 5 vegas line so I haven't tried them.

I meant to say the Relic is perfecto shaped, this cigar is reported to be round.

[pektel]

I was just looking at the 5 Vegas relic this morning (got the ci catalog yesterday) and thought about buying a box. But only because I thought the box was cool.
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[whodeeni]

I was just looking at the 5 Vegas relic this morning (got the ci catalog yesterday) and thought about buying a box. But only because I thought the box was cool.
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Peter you might Call up CI and see if they can find you an
empty 5vegas relic box and save yourself the coin!:tu

[pektel]

That ain't a half bad idea! But it was just a fleeting urge. It passed rather quickly.
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[Bill86]

Not even close. $ 10.50 for a stick that is ALMOST a robusto???

I'm with Mac, It's a perfecto you're losing 1/2 inch on the SoB as soon as you clip the end. It's a 4 1/4 x 52 as far as I'm concerned. Not to mention the first 1/4 - 1/2 of that you smoke is nearly nothing.

Definitely disappointing as far as Price-cigar ratio.

[thecatch83]

Not even close. $ 10.50 for a stick that is ALMOST a robusto???

I see your point, but what's the difference between paying $10 for a smaller vitola, and paying $20 for the new SI 15 Padron 6 x 60? I will pay 10 bucks all day for a quality smoke regardless of size!

:2

[Bill86]

I see your point, but what's the difference between paying $10 for a smaller vitola, and paying $20 for the new SI 15 Padron 6 x 60? I will pay 10 bucks all day for a quality smoke regardless of size!

:2

Because no one would pay the $20 for a 60x6. That and Padrons are way overpriced.

Tatuaje = MASS LE releases
Viaje LATELY = tons of smaller huge RG cigars for too high or a price.

Either way you lose they win. Gotta get off that NC boat and over to the darkside!

[688sonarmen]

Because no one would pay the $20 for a 60x6. That and Padrons are way overpriced.

Tatuaje = MASS LE releases
Viaje LATELY = tons of smaller huge RG cigars for too high or a price.

Either way you lose they win. Gotta get off that NC boat and over to the darkside!

:tpd: 2nd time today, I like the way you think:tu

[Bill86]

:tpd: 2nd time today, I like the way you think:tu

It's not me it's all the booze I just drank talking (the real me).

But right on, I think I speak the truth :al....I THINK.....

:al :al

[688sonarmen]

It's not me it's all the booze I just drank talking (the real me).

But right on, I think I speak the truth :al....I THINK.....

:al :al

:r

[kelmac07]

While I'm not going to the darkside. I will continue to torch those lovely dark & yummy maduros. I am really a huge fan of Viaje and their sticks, I have just finally said enough is enough with all the limited edition, small batch hunting. Too many great sticks out there at a great price to play the "Hunt the LE game". :2

[big a]

While I'm not going to the darkside. I will continue to torch those lovely dark & yummy maduros. I am really a huge fan of Viaje and their sticks, I have just finally said enough is enough with all the limited edition, small batch hunting. Too many great sticks out there at a great price to play the "Hunt the LE game". :2

:tpd: It drives me crazy when I finally get my hands on a LE that really enjoy just to know chances of getting more is slim to none.

[neoflex]

:tpd: It drives me crazy when I finally get my hands on a LE that really enjoy just to know chances of getting more is slim to none.

I know that feeling or when you are down to your final few and than your stuck rationing them out. No Bueno.:D

[pektel]

While I'm not going to the darkside. I will continue to torch those lovely dark & yummy maduros. I am really a huge fan of Viaje and their sticks, I have just finally said enough is enough with all the limited edition, small batch hunting. Too many great sticks out there at a great price to play the "Hunt the LE game". :2

See, I amstarting to get a little collection of cc's. But most if not all of my nc's are full flavored maddies. Haven't found anything in the cc world that compares to them. I can live without most of the non maduro nc's though. Not saying I won't smoke them, but I'm not buying boxes of them either.
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[thecatch83]

Because no one would pay the $20 for a 60x6. That and Padrons are way overpriced.

Tatuaje = MASS LE releases
Viaje LATELY = tons of smaller huge RG cigars for too high or a price.

Either way you lose they win. Gotta get off that NC boat and over to the darkside!

I live in Japan, 15 miles from Tokyo.....I can jump on the train to the local Le Connaisseur and smoke Davidoffs and Behike's any time I want :sh I love the darkside, but I think the quality of NC sticks has taken tremendous strides in recent years! What's the impetus behind absolutes, and picking one type of cigar to enjoy exclusively? Variety is the spice of life, and in regards to fine cigars, this holds true IMO.

[mariogolbee]

Because no one would pay the $20 for a 60x6. That and Padrons are way overpriced.

Tatuaje = MASS LE releases
Viaje LATELY = tons of smaller huge RG cigars for too high or a price.

Either way you lose they win. Gotta get off that NC boat and over to the darkside!
Or, whatever happened to "smoke what you like?" If you don't want these, you don't have to buy them. If you have any actual content to contribute to this discussion, I'd like to read it. Otherwise, several posts of complaints is rather boorish IMO.
I live in Japan, 15 miles from Tokyo.....I can jump on the train to the local Le Connaisseur and smoke Davidoffs and Behike's any time I want :sh I love the darkside, but I think the quality of NC sticks has taken tremendous strides in recent years! What's the impetus behind absolutes, and picking one type of cigar to enjoy exclusively? Variety is the spice of life, and in regards to fine cigars, this holds true IMO.
:tu agreed.

And keeping ever so loosely with the theme of this thread (or perhaps it relates in more than just name) I give you a video that's stuck "in [my] head." You can skip the ads in like 4 seconds.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Ejga4kJUts

[pektel]

Just found out a good buddy is coming to visit this weekend. That means no event for me. :( But on the good side, I get to spend time with a great friend. :)

[Brooks W]

Just found out a good buddy is coming to visit this weekend. That means no event for me. :( But on the good side, I get to spend time with a great friend. :)

Dude, you can take him by the shop "on the way" to somewhere else...

"I just need to stop by here for a second"... :)

[pektel]

The thought did cross my mind. The shop is 200 miles away from me, and I can't think of that being "on the way" to anywhere. Except maybe Chicago.

[mariogolbee]

The thought did cross my mind. The shop is 200 miles away from me, and I can't think of that being "on the way" to anywhere. Except maybe Chicago.

:r

[Brooks W]

the thought did cross my mind. The shop is 200 miles away from me, and i can't think of that being "on the way" to anywhere. Except maybe chicago.

road trip!:d:d

[whodeeni]

The thought did cross my mind. The shop is 200 miles away from me, and I can't think of that being "on the way" to anywhere. Except maybe Chicago.

*lmao*

[SmokeyNL]

I did ask Mike (wanger) to pick some up for me if he has a chance to, mainly because I have tried a few viaje so far and liked them a lot and can't get them on this side of the pond. Normally I do go for larger sizes, but this stick sounds interresting to me. (also the price isnt too bad if you look at the prices they charge for most sticks over here)

[Pat1075]

I did ask Mike (wanger) to pick some up for me if he has a chance to, mainly because I have tried a few viaje so far and liked them a lot and can't get them on this side of the pond. Normally I do go for larger sizes, but this stick sounds interresting to me. (also the price isnt too bad if you look at the prices they charge for most sticks over here)
hell, price isn't too bad for minnesota. So you all know there is a 70% of wholesale tax here so this is pretty good as far as I'm concerned.

[kelmac07]

After seeing these sticks...I am going to "try" and find 2-3 to try out. :bh :bh :bh :bh

[maninblack]

Mac, Mac, Mac,....willpower brother.

[NTA_Ben]

I'm a huge Viaje fan, but these latest release have really been so so for me. If I come across the Zombie for a good price without jumping through hoops, I'll try them, but I'm not going on a Indiana Jones type quest for them.

[neoflex]

I'm a huge Viaje fan, but these latest release have really been so so for me. If I come across the Zombie for a good price without jumping through hoops, I'll try them, but I'm not going on a Indiana Jones type quest for them.

I hear you as I feel there have been more releases from Andre lately that were still green than not. Hopefully letting them nap improves upon them although the latest S&B release was right up my alley.

[jovenhut]

If some gets a box I am down for a fiver! :banger

[thecatch83]

I hear you as I feel there have been more releases from Andre lately that were still green than not. Hopefully letting them nap improves upon them although the latest S&B release was right up my alley.

Agreed! I ordered one of the 100 boxes that sold out in two minutes from Tobacco Grove, so hopefully it went through :noon

[kelmac07]

Agreed! I ordered one of the 100 boxes that sold out in two minutes from Tobacco Grove, so hopefully it went through :noon

Got my "order" in too...keeping fingers crossed now. :D

[thecatch83]

Mac, did you get an email order confirmation and if so, does that mean your order went through and is getting processed?

[kelmac07]

I did receive an email confirmation. Means they have your order...IF they get what they are being told they will get, then we SHOULD be good to go. Playing the waiting game now brother!! :D When you see your CC charged for $ 210...then you know you are good to go. :tu

[mariogolbee]

I did receive an email confirmation. Means they have your order...IF they get what they are being told they will get, then we SHOULD be good to go. Playing the waiting game now brother!! :D When you see your CC charged for $ 210...then you know you are good to go. :tu
I thought you were against these, Mac? What happened?

[thecatch83]

I thought you were against these, Mac? What happened?

Mac is against kick ass limited edition tasty smokes?:D

[emopunker2004]

I thought you were against these, Mac? What happened?

he lied to throw everyone off the scent

[kelmac07]

I thought you were against these, Mac? What happened?

Mario...after I saw a picture of these...I CAVED in like a house of cards. :r :r :r

[emopunker2004]

hey anyone that got some...i got $40 for two sticks when u get em

[mariogolbee]

Mac is against kick ass limited edition tasty smokes?:D
I think emopunker has the explanation quoted below.
he lied to throw everyone off the scent

Mario...after I saw a picture of these...I CAVED in like a house of cards. :r :r :r
You're only human, brother.:r They do look fantastic. I hope your order gets through without any hitches. If you did get a box you won't need to hunt down 2-3. Enjoy. I know they are a tad bit small, but so are many other damned fine cigars.

[klipsch]

I got so excited about finding a pair of 1982 Klipsch Heresy's...that I forgot all about the 6:00 CST order launch. :sleep:

[Devanmc]

where can i order a box or atleast try to

[kelmac07]

where can i order a box or atleast try to

These are supposed to be exclusive to Tobacco Grove in MN and they sold out in two minutes Devan.

[Devanmc]

eh ohwell. my cooler is pretty full. but im sure a box will show up in a classified section soon.

[big a]

Looks like i have missed another :( Ill have to pick some up in the WTS section. I can't wait to see what everyone thinks of these bad boys.

[Devanmc]

these were dig enough to grab my attention but i own way to many viaje. so i guess its good i missed out

[klipsch]

these were dig enough to grab my attention but i own way to many viaje. so i guess its good i missed out

Is there such a thing??? :confused:

[Devanmc]

should i be obnoxious and list what i have by memory? i think its like 6-10boxes

[mariogolbee]

where can i order a box or atleast try to
These are supposed to be exclusive to Tobacco Grove in MN and they sold out in two minutes Devan.
Devan, Check the link at the beginning of this thread. I believe 30 sold online tonight at TG and the last 30 will be on sale online tomorrow at their other store, BURN.

[Devanmc]

so looks like I should call around opening? they dont have online ordering at that store

[klipsch]

so looks like I should call around opening? they dont have online ordering at that store

Quote from another board. April 15th 2:51PM

"FYI burn cigars is selling pre-orders on these now. Only 8 boxes left, though, for out-of-staters"

[Devanmc]

well im screwed then that was a week ago

[kelmac07]

Just received this email from Tobacco Grove...guess I better keep my fingers crossed. Can't be mad with this, as this is stellar communication. :tu :tu

"Thank you for placing your order for the Viaje Zombie!

The response was overwhelming. We had to turn the shopping cart off after 90 seconds! Within that first 90 seconds, we received over 50 orders. As you know, we are only able to fill 30 orders. They will be filled base on the time the order was received. We will be sending out official notice on Monday, April 25th notifying the lucky 30.

We apologize, in advance, to those of you whose order we will not be able to fill.
Tobacco Grove thanks you for your continued support.

Very truly yours,

Jim Martin
Marketing Director
Tobacco Grove
www.TobaccoGrove.com"

[thecatch83]

Got the same email Mac........I think I'm SOL, but hoping for the best!

[mariogolbee]

Well, if they closed the cart within 90 seconds when did you guys place your orders?

[mariogolbee]

Bump for a video that's still stuck in my head.


And keeping ever so loosely with the theme of this thread (or perhaps it relates in more than just name) I give you a video that's stuck "in [my] head." You can skip the ads in like 4 seconds.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Ejga4kJUts

[thecatch83]

Well, if they closed the cart within 90 seconds when did you guys place your orders?

6 pm.....one minute prior on the TG site, you couldn't click buy/add cart, but right at 6pm you could...then as soon as my order was confirmed, I refreshed the page and they were sold out. :sh

[kelmac07]

Well, if they closed the cart within 90 seconds when did you guys place your orders?

Right before or right around that time...received my confirmation email from them at 6:02. We'll have to wait and see.

[thecatch83]

Bump for a video that's still stuck in my head.

This song, Whitney Houston's I will always love you, and REM's shiny happy people make me contemplate killing myself by jumping head first into a wood chipper.

[mariogolbee]

It looks like you guys are in pretty good shape.
This song, Whitney Houston's I will always love you, and REM's shiny happy people make me contemplate killing myself by jumping head first into a wood chipper.
:r But isn't the Zombie in your head?

[thecatch83]

It looks like you guys are in pretty good shape.

:r But isn't the Zombie in your head?

Yes! -(P

[SmokeyNL]

Since I hadn't seen any pictures yet, I thought I should share.
When I read about the Zombie release I asked someone to pick me up some.
Since I only had a few viaje before and always missed out on special editions and such in the past, I didnt really expect to get any, but michael came trough in a big way

http://i44.photobucket.com/albums/f32/SmokeyNL/zombiebox.jpg

[emopunker2004]

you should share =) haha jk

[Zeuceone]

Look tasty

[thecatch83]

I think the Zombie is going to be another Viaje that will do well with some age!

[kelmac07]

Nice grab Simon!! +1 for Wanger!! I find my "fate" out sometime today.

[shump7]

BURN is only about 20 minutes south of my dorm... I wish I could have made it down there.

[pektel]

I wonder if they actually sold out in store too...

[Wanger]

I was at Burn over lunch, and James said that there would not be many left for sale in the store on Saturday, and that there would likely be a limit of 1 stick per. On my way home Friday, I picked up that box for Simon at Tobacco Grove (they are sister stores). I got there at about 4:15, and the event started at 4, and was lucky enough to get that one. There was a 1 box limit (so all I got was that box). I saw a few of the sticks out, and they are pretty cool little things. Triple capped at both ends, but the foot is still designated to be the one toasted. Once I get the package off to Simon and he unseals the box, you'll be able to see them (unless someone else scored some and get theirs sooner than he does). I was told by Joel that they are not ready yet, and could use at least a month of rest time before firing them up. Happy smoking to those of you who got them! -(P-(P-(P

[Wanger]

I wonder if they actually sold out in store too...

Guaranteed that they did!

...and by the way, they were $15.50 each locally. Not sure what the online price was.

[pektel]

Ha! Yeah, I wouldn't have touched them anyways then. Glad I didn't make the 200 mile trip now.

[Brooks W]

Taxes are a ***** in MN :(

[jovenhut]

6:01 time stamp. Denial letter! Not Happy

[kelmac07]

Just got an email from Jim Martin at Tobacco grove...I was one of the lucky ones. I should see my box of Zombies in about two weeks. :tu :tu :tu

[kickerb]

Just got an email from Jim Martin at Tobacco grove...I was one of the lucky ones. I should see my box of Zombies in about two weeks. :tu :tu :tufantastic!!! :banger

[maninblack]

Great news Mac!

[jsnake]

Any lucky ones want to part with 2 to 5 let me know. My only hope got a denial letter.

[emopunker2004]

congrats Mac!

[mariogolbee]

Congrats on your pick up, Mac.

I'd really like to pick up some of these as well if anyone is willing.

[thecatch83]

Got the email from Jim Martin.........denied! They must have sold out in ten seconds because my order was filled at 6 pm! Will I ***** and moan about how much I hate Viaje and how LE sticks are what's wrong with the cigar industry? Nope! Easy come easy go!

[Ranger_B]

Yep 6:00 and denied. Better luck next time. I would guess they got rid of most during the event. Congrats to those who got some.

[loki993]

Any lucky ones want to part with 2 to 5 let me know. My only hope got a denial letter.

Yeah same here, id be interested in a 5ver if someone could spare it.

[thecatch83]

Yeah same here, id be interested in a 5ver if someone could spare it.

If everyone who scored a box of these gave up a fiver to those who didn't......the people who scored boxes would have nothing left to smoke! :sh

[kelmac07]

I was very sharing with my box...I gave up two 5ers. Figured ten is a good # to enjoy/let rest a bit.

[kickerb]

heh, problem could have been solved easily. they could have produced more boxes :D

heck if these cigars were that damn good, wouldnt Viaje want them in their everyday lineup? :2

[kickerb]

i guess it is just the `limited edition` or rare appeal that they were looking for.

[loki993]

If everyone who scored a box of these gave up a fiver to those who didn't......the people who scored boxes would have nothing left to smoke! :sh


True, sometimes people get a box and dont want the whole thing, since there was no other way to aquire them.

heh, problem could have been solved easily. they could have produced more boxes :D

heck if these cigars were that damn good, wouldnt Viaje want them in their everyday lineup? :2

Also true or at least since they were so limited maybe offer them as 5vers and not whole boxes so at least more people would have a chance at some like Federal did with the 45ths.

Also about the LE thing, I guess the idea is that theyre made with leaf that isnt in a large quantity and there just isnt enough to make a regular line out if hence the limited releases. Or at least thats what they say.

[kickerb]

yeah, good point. thanks for the insight.

[hammondc]

Oooooohhhhhh look, another limited release.

He should make a new blend (limited release, of course) and call it Sheep & Lambs.

WTF....quit with the limited crap already. Jeez.




Rant over.

[kickerb]

:r:r:r

[thecatch83]

Oooooohhhhhh look, another limited release.

He should make a new blend (limited release, of course) and call it Sheep & Lambs.

WTF....quit with the limited crap already. Jeez.




Rant over.

Viaje should come out with another citrus infused energy smoke and call it Hatorade............just sayin'

[Bill86]

Oooooohhhhhh look, another limited release.

He should make a new blend (limited release, of course) and call it Sheep & Lambs.

WTF....quit with the limited crap already. Jeez.




Rant over.

Agreed, The first Tatuaje + Viaje Collaboration cigar!

:bdh :lr

[thecatch83]

We know how you feel Bill...........let it go, and move on with your life!

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[Bill86]

It was a joke......you know ha ha ....? Maybe not :confused:

You're right though, there is so much better I could be doing with my life at nearly midnight on a Wednesday. Why would I waste that whole 20 seconds it may have taken me to type that post.

Shame on me.

[thecatch83]

It was a joke......you know ha ha ....? Maybe not :confused:

You're right though, there is so much better I could be doing with my life at nearly midnight on a Wednesday. Why would I waste that whole 20 seconds it may have taken me to type that post.

Shame on me.

Now it's 40 seconds after your last post! ;)

[Bill86]

And it's 15 minutes closer to midnight on Wednesday! Or Thursday, however you would like to see it.

This post only took maybe 12 seconds so that's still less then a minute of my time.

[emopunker2004]

i've wasted minutes of my life reading the last couple posts by you two lol. it's almost 1am here

[thecatch83]

I'm in Japan, it's almost 2 pm, I haven't seen my wife or newborn baby girl since march after they were evacuated because of the earthquake and radiation scare...... I think I will go home and smoke a Viaje!

[emopunker2004]

I'm in Japan, it's almost 2 pm, I haven't seen my wife or newborn baby girl since march after they were evacuated because of the earthquake and radiation scare...... I think I will go home and smoke a Viaje!

:r

[maninblack]

Smoke me if you got em brother! You deserve it. Haters gonna hate.

[emopunker2004]

Smoke me if you got em brother! You deserve it. Haters gonna hate.

:O:pu

[Bill86]

I'm in Japan, it's almost 2 pm, I haven't seen my wife or newborn baby girl since march after they were evacuated because of the earthquake and radiation scare...... I think I will go home and smoke a Viaje!

Reminds me I still have a Holiday blend. I think it will die tomorrow. Or when I wake up.

Not really a hater, just not liking the way the current releases are going. I've enjoyed every Viaje I've smoked, I just don't like chasing things that are VERY limited.

[maninblack]

:O:pu

Oops. My bad. :r

[thecatch83]

word!

[Mattso3000]

Was able to reserve a box with James at Burn, stopped by the event and met Andre. He signed the box as well. Smoked on thurs, suggest eating before you smoke, strong cigar. Good stuff.

[Wanger]

Sent Simon's box to him on Friday. Hope they make it quick. You'll have to let everyone know your opinion on them, since you like strong sticks. :)

[thecatch83]

Where's the reviews?

[elderboy02]

Where's the reviews?

Anyone who bought them online hasn't probably got them yet.

[thecatch83]

Anyone who bought them online hasn't probably got them yet.

I thought these were available for purchase at the release party :sh

[Pat1075]

I bought a box that day @ the event but was just getting over a cold so I ended up going with a white label candela for the evening. Haven't had one yet.

[elderboy02]

I thought these were available for purchase at the release party :sh

Yeah. That is true. I wonder why they haven't shipped them yet to online orders.

[Wanger]

Where's the reviews?

Didn't nab any for myself, or I'd have done one by now. Sorry.

[Wanger]

I thought these were available for purchase at the release party :sh

They were. At Tobacco Grove, they would sell up to a box to you, but at Burn, evidently most of them were pre-sold, so you were limited to 1-2 sticks per person. I thought that's what James said, but I could be wrong. As for what's taking so long...:sh:sh

[kickerb]

Where's the reviews?http://thesmokingstogie.squarespace.com/home/2011/4/22/viaje-zombie-exclusive-prerelease-review.html

[danreeve]

smoked one last weekend. It was nice and strong in body, but lacked some in the flavor dept. I still enjoyed it, and it was not bad, but not up to par with some of the other viaje limiteds IMO.

http://c0013749.cdn1.cloudfiles.rackspacecloud.com/x2_5cba7e5

Dan

[Brooks W]

smoked one last weekend. It was nice and strong in body, but lacked some in the flavor dept. I still enjoyed it, and it was not bad, but not up to par with some of the other viaje limiteds IMO.

http://c0013749.cdn1.cloudfiles.rackspacecloud.com/x2_5cba7e5

Dan

Score?

What sticks do you like better then it? I prefer the Exclusivo Blend (esp the Tower 45th) and the OR S&B, but that is just me...

~brooks

[danreeve]

Score?

What sticks do you like better then it? I prefer the Exclusivo Blend (esp the Tower 45th) and the OR S&B, but that is just me...

~brooks

took the words out of my mouth.

For me the Exclusivo (DES) and the OR skull and bones are the top of the heap for Viaje overall.

I like the holiday blend quite a bit also (call me weird)

If we're talking LE, for me I would put this below those sticks mentioned above, but higher than summerfest which didn't do much for me.

(btw, my cigar was very nicely provided by your website partner Steve :noon)

[Wanger]

smoked one last weekend. It was nice and strong in body, but lacked some in the flavor dept. I still enjoyed it, and it was not bad, but not up to par with some of the other viaje limiteds IMO.


Dan

I was also told by Joel at TG that they needed about a month of rest time before they were more ready to be smoked, as well.

[danreeve]

I was also told by Joel at TG that they needed about a month of rest time before they were more ready to be smoked, as well.

always a good point to make.

[Brooks W]

always a good point to make.

EVERY Viaje needs time, they ALL seem to be shipped wet (other then the Tower 45th, which sat for 6 months before being sold)...

~brooks

[thecatch83]

http://thesmokingstogie.squarespace.com/home/2011/4/22/viaje-zombie-exclusive-prerelease-review.html

Read the smoking stogie review the day of the release......I was referring to "additional" reviews! These sold out in ten seconds yet there is only one review (Brooks)?

[Wanger]

Read the smoking stogie review the day of the release......I was referring to "additional" reviews! These sold out in ten seconds yet there is only one review (Brooks)?

Like I said, I got a box, but it was for Smokey and I sent it to him sealed (which he received today :D). I didn't buy any for myself, simply because one box was the limit, not a box plus a stick. :( Not sure that there are any other local members who went to either store and grabbed one and smoked them, though.

[Brooks W]

took the words out of my mouth.

For me the Exclusivo (DES) and the OR skull and bones are the top of the heap for Viaje overall.

I like the holiday blend quite a bit also (call me weird)

If we're talking LE, for me I would put this below those sticks mentioned above, but higher than summerfest which didn't do much for me.

(btw, my cigar was very nicely provided by your website partner Steve :noon)

You going to post a review on your site?

~brooks

[danreeve]

You going to post a review on your site?

~brooks

No we're not. I got these from Steve to smoke with one of my friends because we were both interested in the stick. I didn't take notes or photos because it wasn't for review, just more for checking it out and enjoying a new cigar.

If I find another one I may do a review of it.

Dan

[Brooks W]

No we're not. I got these from Steve to smoke with one of my friends because we were both interested in the stick. I didn't take notes or photos because it wasn't for review, just more for checking it out and enjoying a new cigar.

If I find another one I may do a review of it.

Dan

If you want to do a review at some point, I can ship one to you :)

~brooks

[mariogolbee]

Did anyone ever even receive these?

[Apoco]

Did anyone ever even receive these?

I've seen a few pictures of them in the latest NC purchase thread.
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[mariogolbee]

I've seen a few pictures of them in the latest NC purchase thread.
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Interesting. I never received any word from TG. I contacted them and they said they were having some trouble with their system or something. I had placed another order and that got crewed up too. The guy I spoke with in regards to the Zombies said tat my chances were good and that I should have received some notice and that they'd get back to me. I never heard anything. Oh well...

[jsnake]

I got my Zombies

[big a]

Interesting. I never received any word from TG. I contacted them and they said they were having some trouble with their system or something. I had placed another order and that got crewed up too. The guy I spoke with in regards to the Zombies said tat my chances were good and that I should have received some notice and that they'd get back to me. I never heard anything. Oh well...

That is strange, you could try calling the guy you spoke with about them but at this point I wouldn't guess there is much they could do. I wish I had some I would hook you up but I couldn't find any for myself. Always next time.