Carrying cheap smokes

[ApexAZ]

I usually try and carry 1 or 2 mild, cheaper smokes for handouts. This weekend, I had nothing but $9+ sticks in my 10 count travel humidor and sure enough, someone at a party I was at asked for a cigar and says, "Whatever you have that's mild!" I decided to give him the LP #9 that I had been looking forward to trying for the first time since I wasn't willing to part with my GoF Carlito's and Opus Lost City. Looks like I'm going to have to go buy another LP #9 lol.

I also had a My Uzi Weighs a Ton, which I opted to smoke instead of the LP. I should have given him that as it was very smooth and more medium bodied. I think the LP's are pretty strong from what I remember reading about them, although he said it wasn't too strong for him.

Anyways, maybe it's time to upgrade to a larger travel humidor? :) Have many of you run into similar situations? I feel like I should invest in a small stock of 5 Vegas Gold's.

[Remo]

Hey Brian, if you are handing out LP #9's at parties, can I party with you? :lr Good on ya for handing out the stick, I doubt I would have given it up unless I knew the guy was an actual smoker, if he would have put it down after a few puffs or half stick I would not have been happy!

[ktblunden]

Most of the time I smoke cigars I either do it at home or in a group of regular cigar smokers. I've handed out some nice stuff, but it's always to people who know what it is and appreciate it. There have been a couple times I've had a non-cigar smoker ask me for one, but it's always been at home and I go through the cooler and find them something on the milder side.

[sevans105]

I carry a15 count herfador for that very reason.... And 5 vegas golds are my go to mild as well! I usually pack what I'm planning on smoking on the bottom rows and top it off with 5 vegas. Pretty band, mild smoke, inexpensive to stockpile.

[jluck]

Sounds like It's time for a moochador. I will be building up one soon too.

[kelmac07]

I always carry "extras" when I herf. My "value sticks" are some of my go-tos...Famous Nic 5000 Toros, ML3 Torpedos, and Cu-Avana Intensos. That way, the more inexperienced smokers don't feel obligated to finish it. Lately I have been carrying my 30 count to herfs. That way I can store plenty of good stuff for me and those who will truly appreciate a good stick.

[ApexAZ]

Hey Brian, if you are handing out LP #9's at parties, can I party with you? :lr Good on ya for handing out the stick, I doubt I would have given it up unless I knew the guy was an actual smoker, if he would have put it down after a few puffs or half stick I would not have been happy!


No, unfortunately I don't think he smokes cigars or knows much about them. He did finish it though. I didn't realize they would be smoking cigars and I just happened to be the only guy who had any extras. I figured that aside from the Uzi, it was one of the less expensive cigars I had purchased that day.

I will make a point to carry some cheaper cigars at all times now. I just need to get a bigger case. What's funny is when I first got it, I was still very new to cigars and I wanted a simple 5 count, but the guy convinced me to get the 10. Little did I know how fast the cliff was approaching at the time.

It does give me an excuse to head to my local B&M to have a drink and enjoy my first LP9 after work today :)

[hammondc]

I ALWAYS carry a couple Chateau Fuentes when I think the pigeons will be flocking. like all the BOTL here, I enjoy sharing with people that actually care, but it drives me nuts when some drunk ass takes two puffs and rest ends up foot down in a Bud Light bottle.

[hammondc]

He did finish it though.

:banger

[Bill86]

I usually only hang out with friends, so I know they finish them. It never bothers me what I hand out, it got smoked.

Although I will be looking to get a 30 count or something, 5 count is only enough for personal use.

[Remo]

I usually only hang out with friends, so I know they finish them. It never bothers me what I hand out, it got smoked.

Although I will be looking to get a 30 count or something, 5 count is only enough for personal use.

Only have 1 friend or so, so it's easy...eh bro :tu

[DaBear]

I always carry "extras" when I herf. My "value sticks" are some of my go-tos...Famous Nic 5000 Toros, ML3 Torpedos, and Cu-Avana Intensos. That way, the more inexperienced smokers don't feel obligated to finish it. Lately I have been carrying my 30 count to herfs. That way I can store plenty of good stuff for me and those who will truly appreciate a good stick.


I read the bolded as "Pvnisher" while scanning through. :r That would be a surprise to the guy!

I'll typically bring a few cheaper ones just in case someone wants one, but most of the time the only time I get some one asking for a cigar is when I'm at my place on the porch and one of my roommates wants to sit out and smoke with me. They both know that anything on the left hand side of my humi is fair game at this point.

[irratebass]

I have no problem handing out sticks as long as I know they will be smoked, I prefer to hand out some that i have tried, but I have been know to hand out some of the ones I have been wanting to try, but no big deal, that's what it's all about right?

I will be getting me a 30 count for Shack, I only have a 15 ct right now and that's not going to cut it.

[guitar4001]

No, unfortunately I don't think he smokes cigars or knows much about them. He did finish it though. I didn't realize they would be smoking cigars and I just happened to be the only guy who had any extras. I figured that aside from the Uzi, it was one of the less expensive cigars I had purchased that day.

I will make a point to carry some cheaper cigars at all times now. I just need to get a bigger case. What's funny is when I first got it, I was still very new to cigars and I wanted a simple 5 count, but the guy convinced me to get the 10. Little did I know how fast the cliff was approaching at the time.

It does give me an excuse to head to my local B&M to have a drink and enjoy my first LP9 after work today :)

It's good that the guy finished the smoke - being new to cigars and all. One of my pet peeves is folks who bum cigars and don't finish.

///TRUE STORY ALERT///

When I was in Afghanistan someone sent us a TON of Fuentes and a handful of cubans in the same big box. Normally I would divide the good cigars between our various companies and locations, but this time, a bunch of grabby hands made off with the whole lot in my absense before we could split them up.

The next day I went to the hut that the culprits shared and to my horror, there were about 20-25 cigars (Opus X, Hemingways, a God of Fire, and at least 2x Upmann #2) CRUSHED OUT on the ground - all with less than an inch smoked. About 5 guys were trying the cigars to see which ones "had flavors". I traded them a box of tampa sweets for the remaining cigars in the box (which were sitting in the 85 degree sun) and they were happy. I then gave them a talk about handrolled cigars vs. machine made cigars. I am always glad to share what I have with others, but these guys basically threw away about $300 in good smokes that others would have enjoyed.

[Bill86]

Only have 1 friend or so, so it's easy...eh bro :tu

On a good day :D

[maninblack]

Only have 1 friend or so, so it's easy...eh bro :tu

:r:lr:lr

[irratebass]

It's good that the guy finished the smoke - being new to cigars and all. One of my pet peeves is folks who bum cigars and don't finish.

///TRUE STORY ALERT///

When I was in Afghanistan someone sent us a TON of Fuentes and a handful of cubans in the same big box. Normally I would divide the good cigars between our various companies and locations, but this time, a bunch of grabby hands made off with the whole lot in my absense before we could split them up.

The next day I went to the hut that the culprits shared and to my horror, there were about 20-25 cigars (Opus X, Hemingways, a God of Fire, and at least 2x Upmann #2) CRUSHED OUT on the ground - all with less than an inch smoked. About 5 guys were trying the cigars to see which ones "had flavors". I traded them a box of tampa sweets for the remaining cigars in the box (which were sitting in the 85 degree sun) and they were happy. I then gave them a talk about handrolled cigars vs. machine made cigars. I am always glad to share what I have with others, but these guys basically threw away about $300 in good smokes that others would have enjoyed.

This is very sad to read, but yeah it happens.

[ApexAZ]

The next day I went to the hut that the culprits shared and to my horror, there were about 20-25 cigars (Opus X, Hemingways, a God of Fire, and at least 2x Upmann #2) CRUSHED OUT on the ground - all with less than an inch smoked. About 5 guys were trying the cigars to see which ones "had flavors". I traded them a box of tampa sweets for the remaining cigars in the box (which were sitting in the 85 degree sun) and they were happy. I then gave them a talk about handrolled cigars vs. machine made cigars. I am always glad to share what I have with others, but these guys basically threw away about $300 in good smokes that others would have enjoyed.

Ouch =(

[jluck]

It's good that the guy finished the smoke - being new to cigars and all. One of my pet peeves is folks who bum cigars and don't finish.

///TRUE STORY ALERT///

When I was in Afghanistan someone sent us a TON of Fuentes and a handful of cubans in the same big box. Normally I would divide the good cigars between our various companies and locations, but this time, a bunch of grabby hands made off with the whole lot in my absense before we could split them up.

The next day I went to the hut that the culprits shared and to my horror, there were about 20-25 cigars (Opus X, Hemingways, a God of Fire, and at least 2x Upmann #2) CRUSHED OUT on the ground - all with less than an inch smoked. About 5 guys were trying the cigars to see which ones "had flavors". I traded them a box of tampa sweets for the remaining cigars in the box (which were sitting in the 85 degree sun) and they were happy. I then gave them a talk about handrolled cigars vs. machine made cigars. I am always glad to share what I have with others, but these guys basically threw away about $300 in good smokes that others would have enjoyed.
This should be posted in troop support threads too for the people that "will only send good sticks". Sad sad story.

[coty]

I just thought of something that I may start doing just so I don't run into the same situation. Oliva makes the 5 pack tins of the short G's. Not bad smokes and they are like 2.50 a stick. You can also pack 2 in the same space that one cigar would normally take up.

[Sonic04GT]

I feel like I should invest in a small stock of 5 Vegas Gold's.

Exactly what I did :)

Although if I know they'll truly enjoy a premium cigar I don't mind giving out something better. Brought a 5VGold and ended up giving him a Cohiba instead after he talked about smoking with his friends in the past.

[LigaPrivadaT84]

Instead of buying smokes for the sole purpose to give away, I would suggest buying cheaper cigars you enjoy yourself. Bring a few extra Short Stories, Oliva Serie V No4s, and Padron Londres. They are cheap enough to give away, short to prevent excess waste from those 2 puff and tossers, and tasty enough for both cigar lovers: old and new to enjoy.
:tu

[maconusmile]

Most of my friends don't smoke cigars. A few of them do but I usually either smoke at home, in the truck or at my local B&M. Occasionly some one will come over and have a drink and a smoke but I only break out something that I have at least two of so we are smoking the same thing. I love to share, but like some of you stated.. If they don't know anything about cigars or they have had too much to drink then they are getting something like a SS or one of them nasty floral smokes!

[ApexAZ]

Well I lucked out and got the last LP9! They had the FFP too but I couldn't bring myself to buy it yet. I opted not to smoke the LP9 tonight though cause my allergies are bad and I wouldn't be able to taste much of it.

This one is MINE :)

[dom1n8r]

No, unfortunately I don't think he smokes cigars or knows much about them. He did finish it though. I didn't realize they would be smoking cigars and I just happened to be the only guy who had any extras. I figured that aside from the Uzi, it was one of the less expensive cigars I had purchased that day.

I will make a point to carry some cheaper cigars at all times now. I just need to get a bigger case. What's funny is when I first got it, I was still very new to cigars and I wanted a simple 5 count, but the guy convinced me to get the 10. Little did I know how fast the cliff was approaching at the time.

It does give me an excuse to head to my local B&M to have a drink and enjoy my first LP9 after work today :)

Lol...silver lining to most everything.

D

[pnoon]

Wait for it.

[ysr_racer]

I just say "no". It works evey time.

[pnoon]

I just say "no". It works evey time.

Maybe.
But yes brings more smiles, more friends, and hopefully, more BOTL.

:2

[Sonic04GT]

I just say "no". It works evey time.

To be honest, I find it kind of rude if someone 'asks' for a cigar, like in OP's case, and I wouldn't have a problem saying no, especially if all I had were $10 sticks that I haven't even smoked myself.

However, as mentioned above, it's a good way to make friends and results in a better conscience, so I would likely offer if I was smoking around someone to begin with.

[CigarSquid]

I normally don't mind handing a few out. All of the times I have, have been with family. I will not give them something I haven't tried yet though.

With it being family, it depends who it is and what they get.

[ApexAZ]

I gladly would do it again as he is a stand up guy. I just wish I had a less expensive cigar to share and I will make a point to carry some in the future.

I ended up with both a LP9 and a Feral Flying Pig after going back to Fox last night and chatting with the manager about them a bit.

[kydsid]

I take the easy route and just cary a two finger case. Want a cigar? Sure next time I see you smoking I'll give you one. Guess what? 99% never see that person again.

/end cynical rant

[Blak Smyth]

I don't have a problem with giving a friend a good cigar, I just know in most cases they won't appreciate it anymore than a budget stick. In fact it seems most non-smokers I know enjoy an infused stick more than anything. The Legends Copper Label was a big hit this weekend thanks to Taki for unloading some of his infused stuff on some of my friends:tu

[jluck]

I was on a snow trip a couple weeks ago with a small cache of CC and some NC's. I gave out a couple CC's to friends who have gave me quality sticks in the past and the one person who got an attitude about not getting a CC is always the guy who brings no food,drink or any contribution to get together's.I offered him his choice from the NC moochador too. Then he was trying to bum "puffs" off others cigars.
I have a 15ct traveldor coming (damn cbid). That will be stocked the quality tier fashion for future trips. :)

[sevans105]

I was on a snow trip a couple weeks ago with a small cache of CC and some NC's. I gave out a couple CC's to friends who have gave me quality sticks in the past and the one person who got an attitude about not getting a CC is always the guy who brings no food,drink or any contribution to get together's.I offered him his choice from the NC moochador too. Then he was trying to bum "puffs" off others cigars.
I have a 15ct traveldor coming (damn cbid). That will be stocked the quality tier fashion for future trips. :)

From lots of experience with moochers, the tier method works very well. Best stuff on the bottom, stuff you wouldn't mind giving to a good friend in the middle, and inexpensive, but decent, on top. Everyone is happy.

[big pete]

I usually bring a few wallet friendly ($3-5) mild-med smokes with me that I enjoyed to give out to friends in hopes of converting them. For the very few friends i have that are cigar smokers, I will give them better stuff since I know they won't chuck it half way through and will actually enjoy them

[ApexAZ]

I didn't mean to paint the guy in a negative light. He's a cool dude and not someone I would classify as a moocher. I was happy to share. He just isn't a cigar smoker really and I wished I had something less expensive to hand out. Lesson learned! I will get a larger traveldor!

[cjhalbrooks]

Maybe.
But yes brings more smiles, more friends, and hopefully, more BOTL.

:2

Dont forget the acasional give back cigar

[TJtorpedo]

Instead of buying smokes for the sole purpose to give away, I would suggest buying cheaper cigars you enjoy yourself. Bring a few extra Short Stories, Oliva Serie V No4s, and Padron Londres. They are cheap enough to give away, short to prevent excess waste from those 2 puff and tossers, and tasty enough for both cigar lovers: old and new to enjoy.
:tu

Bingo. That's how I do it. I don't buy cigars that I wouldn't smoke myself.

[Mattso3000]

I just bring my 30 everywhere...Just in case 29 people need to bum a cigar from me. I do have what I call the "brother-in-law tier" in there at all times in case whomever is the beneficiary of the cigar is not someone who would appreciate a great cigar.

[mkarnold1]

I just bring my 30 everywhere...Just in case 29 people need to bum a cigar from me. I do have what I call the "brother-in-law tier" in there at all times in case whomever is the beneficiary of the cigar is not someone who would appreciate a great cigar.

The "brother in law tier" is better stuff than the "brother" tier. :sl

I always keep a mix of mild-medium to full strength and mix of wrappers, sizes and price ranges in my 15 herf-a-dor. Both to give a freebie to a friend or acquaintance, and because I never know what I'll be in the mood for at any given time.

[ysr_racer]

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[pnoon]

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[ysr_racer]

This guy shot a guy in the face with a shotgun, and the guy that got shot apologized.

He must be doing something right :)


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[T.G]

:lr

You sir, are no Mr. Dick Cheney.

[ysr_racer]

:lr

You sir, are no Mr. Dick Cheney.

Well played :)

[Mattso3000]

The "brother in law tier" is better stuff than the "brother" tier. :sl


Ha! Yeah right. The brother tier is any stick I have except a select few that I'm saving for me. I know you appreciate a good cigar.

[mkarnold1]

Ha! Yeah right. The brother tier is any stick I have except a select few that I'm saving for me. I know you appreciate a good cigar.

Yeah man, I was kidding. It is tough to emulate tonal expression through written word. :tf